Category Archives: Local News
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
Barren County Marriage License for the Week of July 8, 2024
The following marriage licenses were issued at the Barren County Clerk's Office from July 8, 2024 to July 12, 2024. Deborah Lynn Birge 55 & Devin Lee Goshen 58 both of Glasgow. Amber Renee ...
Jul 15, 2024
Houston Trio Arrested in Glasgow for Organized Crime and Forgery
According to a press release from Glasgow Police Department: On 07/12/2024, Officers with the Glasgow Police Department arrested three individuals from Houston Texas on several charges including Engag...
Jul 15, 2024
206 individuals and 490 charges stem from "Operation Summer Heat"
According to information given in a press release, Governor Andy Beshear announced today the successful launch of a comprehensive statewide drug operation by the Kentucky State Police (KSP) following ...
Jul 12, 2024
$825,000 boost for seniors, as plans for a new wing coming to the YMCA are made official
The Barren County Family YMCA is set to begin construction on a new Senior Wing, thanks to an $825,000 budget comprising a substantial grant and a private donation. The project aims to provide a dedic...
Jul 12, 2024