Category Archives: Local News
Tensions Flair at Glasgow VFW Meeting over refugee relocation
The VFW in Glasgow was the site of a heated public meeting on July 18th, organized by a Facebook group led by residents Ernie Wagoner and Royce Bunch. These "Freedom of Speech" meetings are designed t...
Jul 22, 2024
Kswagg's Journey: Glasgow's Kaléah Francis Combines Music, Faith, and Business to Uplift and Inspire
Kalah Francis, better known by her stage name Kswagg, is a rising star from Glasgow whose music is deeply intertwined with her faith. At just 25 years old, Francis is not only making waves in the musi...
Jul 22, 2024
House Fire in Glasgow Claims One Life
Tragedy struck Glasgow as a house fire at 117 Hummingbird Lane claimed the life of one individual. Fire Chief William Rock reported that upon arrival, firefighters observed smoke emanating from the fr...
Jul 22, 2024
Cave City woman arrested after evading officers
On the evening of July 19, a routine traffic stop turned into a significant arrest when Cave City Police Department officers apprehended Trisha L. Hinshaw on multiple charges, including driving under ...
Jul 21, 2024
Michael Davis Takes the Helm as Barren County's Elementary Instruction Chief
Michael Davis has been appointed as the new Director of Elementary Instruction for Barren County Schools, effective July 22. Davis, a seasoned educator and administrator within the district, has been ...
Jul 21, 2024
Revving up the Future: The National Corvette Museum hosts a solar powered competition cars
This week, the National Corvette Museum's Motorsports Park will be notably devoid of gasoline scents, but the roar of engines will persist. The Eletrek Formula Sun Grand Prix is making its debut at th...
Jul 18, 2024
Park City Makes Its Mark at First Barren County Economic Authority Meeting as Voting Member
On July 12, Park City participated in its inaugural meeting as a voting member of the Barren County Economic Authority (BCEA), marking a historic milestone for the municipality. Held at the BCEA offic...
Jul 18, 2024
Barren County Fiscal Court Denies Support for Refugee Relocation Effort amid unanswered questions
In a recent decision at its July 16th meeting, the Barren County Fiscal Court revealed that it has refused to draft a letter of support for Refuge Bowling Green, a nonprofit organization aiming to rel...
Jul 17, 2024
High speed chase ends with two arrests in Glasgow
Press Release from Glasgow Police Department: On 07/15/2024, Officers with the Glasgow Police Department responded to Oil City Road in reference to a theft at the Canaanland Baptist Church. Upon arriv...
Jul 16, 2024
Barren County Tax Deed Report for the Week of July 8, 2024
The following property transfers were recorded at the Barren County Clerk's Office from July 8, 2024 to July 12, 2024. Tax information is not reported when money is not exchanged. Such instances inclu...
Jul 15, 2024