Category Archives: Local News
Ky. 68 north of Edmonton closed due to crash
Staff Report WCLU Radio According to the Metcalfe County Emergency Management, there has been a commercial vehicle crash in the 2000 block of Greensburg Road/Ky. 68. The roadway is completely closed a...
Mark Buckles Oct 31, 2024
Library reports over $2M in savings during 23-24 fiscal year
By MICHAEL CRIMMINS Glasgow News 1 Libraries are hubs of free services; from the numerous programs and the free books to the free internet access and the variety of available public spaces. Libraries ...
Mark Buckles Oct 31, 2024
Distracted driving program coming to Barren County High School
PRESS RELEASE Glasgow News 1 The Arrive Alive Tour is coming to Barren County High School on Oct. 31 and Nov. 1 for a two-day event "dedicated to combating impaired and distracted driving...using the ...
Mark Buckles Oct 30, 2024
Veteran banners to be hung around Glasgow square
By MICHAEL CRIMMINS Glasgow News 1 Much like last year, the Glasgow Public Square will once again be adorned with banners honoring local veterans. On Sept. 29, 2023 members of the Glasgow Parks and Re...
Mark Buckles Oct 30, 2024
Glasgow man indicted for torturing dog, enters 'not guilty' plea
By MICHAEL CRIMMINS Glasgow News 1 Paul Lewis Bruton II entered a plea of not guilty on charges of torturing a dog. He was arrested by the Glasgow Police Department on Sept. 9. Bruton was indicted by ...
Mark Buckles Oct 30, 2024
Glasgow council approves adoption of amended 911 interlocal agreement
By MELINDA J. OVERSTREET for Glasgow News 1 With its approval Monday evening by the Glasgow Common Council, all of the parties involved have now adopted an updated interlocal agreement regarding the o...
Mark Buckles Oct 30, 2024
Glasgow council gives first nods to three rezoning ordinances
By MELINDA J. OVERSTREET for Glasgow News 1 At its regular meeting Monday, the Glasgow Common Council got updates on the local election process and park construction projects and information about upc...
Mark Buckles Oct 29, 2024
UPDATED: Medical cannabis lottery awards 2 Barren County licenses
By MICHAEL CRIMMINS Glasgow News 1 On Oct. 28 Kentucky had its first-ever lottery for medical cannabis cultivator and processor. Of the 26 that were awarded, two of them were given to Barren County co...
Mark Buckles Oct 29, 2024
Barren County tax bills to arrive as soon as this weekend
By MICHAEL CRIMMINS Glasgow News 1 People will begin to see their Barren County tax bill in their mailboxes by the end of this week, according to Barren County Sheriff Kent Keen, who said roughly 25,0...
Mark Buckles Oct 29, 2024
Consider traffic, treats, and safety tips for Halloween
By GAGE WILSON for Glasgow News 1 As Halloween approaches, local law enforcement personnel urge families to prioritize safety while enjoying the festivities. Glasgow's trick-or-treat will be 4:30 to 7...
Mark Buckles Oct 28, 2024