Category Archives: Local News
Inaugural Juneteenth Ceremony Held at the Barren County YMCA begins a tradition
"I had reasoned this out in my mind; there was one of two things I had a right to, liberty, or death; if I could not have one, I would have the other; for no man should take me alive; I should fight f...
Jun 20, 2024
Park City sees three ribbon cutting ceremonies in one day
The community of Park City is abuzz with excitement as it prepares for a day filled with celebrations. Thursday, June 20, will see the grand openings and ribbon cuttings for three new attractions, eac...
Jun 20, 2024
More news from Barren Fiscal, June Dairy, Parks
GLASGOW, KY - June is Dairy month in Barren County, as declared by Barren County Judge Executive Jamie Bewley Byrd and Glasgow Mayor Henry Royse. The proclamation was signed by county government at Tu...
Jun 19, 2024
Medical cannabis decision to be made by Barren in July
GLASGOW, KY - The time to discuss medical cannabis in Barren County government is upon us. While most local municipalities have determined, to some degree, their course of action on the 2025 legalizat...
Jun 18, 2024
How to cut costs Part 1/3: Summer Cooling
GLASGOW, KY - Summer is almost officially here, and with the warmer than average temperatures, your electric bill could see some fluctuation. There are some expensive ways to improve that, and there a...
Jun 18, 2024
Glasgow's First Responders Compete in Life-Saving Blood Drive
In a spirited and life-saving competition, the Glasgow Police Department, Fire Department, and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) are set to face off in the annual "Battle of the Badges" blood drive. Th...
Jun 18, 2024
Glasgow's First Responders Compete in Life-Saving Blood Drive
In a spirited and life-saving competition, the Glasgow Police Department, Fire Department, and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) are set to face off in the annual "Battle of the Badges" blood drive. Th...
Jun 18, 2024
Preserving the Past: The Heart of Metcalfe County Museum
In the heart of Edmonton, Kentucky, lies a treasure trove of history waiting to be explored-the Metcalfe County Museum. Stepping through its doors is akin to entering a time capsule, where the echoes ...
Jun 18, 2024
Barren County Tax Deed Report for the Week of June 10, 2024
The following property transfers were recorded at the Barren County Clerk's Office from June 10, 2024 to June 14, 2024. Tax information is not reported when money is not exchanged. Such instances incl...
Jun 17, 2024
Barren County Marriage License for the Week of June 10
The following marriage licenses were issued at the Barren County Clerk's Office from June 10, 2024 to June 14, 2024. June 10, 2024 Allison Danielle Hogue 21 & Shawn Eryk Edward McCarty 21 b...
Jun 17, 2024 marriage contract