Category Archives: Local News
New owners of Firepit Spirits celebrate with community
GLASGOW, KY - Firepit Spirits has been in business since 2017. The business recently changed ownership, and Barren Inc. held a ribbon cutting Tuesday to celebrate just that. Ankita, better known as "A...
May 29, 2024
Barren County Responds to Storm with Power Restoration Efforts and Free Debris Disposal Site
In the wake of a recent storm, Barren County officials are actively addressing extensive tree coverage on several roads, primarily in the southern half of the county. Road crews have been diligently w...
May 28, 2024
Barren County is once again in the spotlight as 'Guns of Redemption' wraps up filming
Cave City is basking in the limelight once again as it celebrates the successful completion of the movie production "Guns of Redemption." This cinematic endeavor, which unfolded over three weeks in Ap...
May 28, 2024
Best of Barrens: George J's on the Square
For over a century, George J's has stood as a cornerstone of Glasgow's rich cultural tapestry, seamlessly blending tradition with modernity. Established prior to the 1900s, this venerable restaurant h...
May 28, 2024
Barren County Marriage License for the Week of May 20, 2024
The following marriage licenses were issued at the Barren County Clerk's Office from May 20, 2024 to May 24, 2024. May 20, 2024 Megan Francis Coomer 24 & Kaleb Elijah Syra 23 both of Glasgo...
May 28, 2024
Baird nominated for Best of The Barrens
GLASGOW, KY - Financial planning is no easy task. Those who do it and do it well know, it takes knowledge, experience, and most of all - insight. It's the insight of Baird Private Wealth Management an...
May 28, 2024
Hart County Senior Center celebrates 60 years of service
The Hart County Senior Center, dedicated to supporting the well-being of local seniors, is gearing up for a grand celebration this Friday. In honor of its 60th anniversary, the center will host a "Bla...
May 26, 2024
Man Arrested After Hallucination Incident at Cave City Hotel
On the night of May 22nd, the Cave City Police Department responded to an alarming incident at the Travel Inn Hotel. At approximately 9:45 PM, Officer Wesley Hicks arrived at the hotel following repor...
May 26, 2024
UPDATE: GPD releases details on shooting
Press Release via Glasgow Police Department: "On 05/24/2024 at approximately 8:10 pm, the Glasgow Police Department responded to McKenna Street in reference to a shooting incident. Upon arrival, Offic...
May 25, 2024
Paws and Party: BRAWA's 14th annual 'Shake your Paw' ball
The Barren River Animal Welfare Association (BRAWA) is set to host its largest fundraiser of the year, the 14th annual Shake Your Paw Ball, on June 1st. The highly anticipated event will take place at...
May 25, 2024