Category Archives: Local News
Barren Jail committee prepares for enforcement of ADA and opioid use disorder
Glasgow, KY - The Barren County Jail Committee of the Barren Fiscal Court met Friday to discuss the renewal of their healthcare provider services at the detention center. In light of recent lawsuits w...
Mark Buckles Apr 14, 2024
Committee considers road sign color changes, possible heavy duty dump truck
Glasgow, KY - Barren County Magistrate Tim Coomer serves as chair of the Transportation Committee for Barren County government. In the committee meeting held on Friday, he brought attention to the 76 ...
Mark Buckles Apr 12, 2024
Late Judge Emberton's legacy cemented with statue, justice center naming
In a poignant tribute to the legacy of the late Judge Tom Emberton, the Metcalfe County Judicial Center is set to undergo a significant transformation. Not only will the center be renamed to the Tom E...
Mark Buckles Apr 11, 2024
April 30th KY Chatauqua presents:Roscoe Tarleton Goose: Kentucky Derby Winner
Glasgow, KY - If you like history, and especially Kentucky history, you'll definitely want to check out "Roscoe Tarleton Goose: Kentucky Derby Winner at the Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library on Tuesda...
Mark Buckles Apr 11, 2024
Hart County Fiscal Court to purchase new roadwork equipment, announces road closure
In a strategic move aimed at bolstering the county's infrastructure, the Hart County Fiscal Court has greenlit the acquisition of a 4 ton Falcon Hot Box, a crucial piece of equipment utilized in road ...
Mark Buckles Apr 10, 2024
Glasgow City Council collars animal control agreement at Monday's meeting
There was no case of the "Mondays" at the Glasgow City Council Meeting yesterday, with the council working together to adopt changes to a city-county agreement for animal control that had been tabled ...
Mark Buckles Apr 09, 2024
Cave City Council "In the weeds" at Monday's meeting as a council member resigns
Change was the theme at the Cave City Council meeting yesterday evening. The council saw the resignation of Councilman Steve Pedigo a long-time council member, as well as an extended conversation with...
Mark Buckles Apr 09, 2024
20 apply to replace Matthews as BC Superintendent; committee members meet
Glasgow, KY - Bo Matthews will be retiring at the end of this school year as Superintendent of the Barren County Schools system. The Superintendent Search Screening Committee held their first meeting ...
Mark Buckles Apr 09, 2024
Slinker one of 95 selected to the Gatton Academy '26
Bowling Green, KY - Anderson Slinker has been selected as one of 95 sophomores for the Gatton Academy of Mathematics and Science in Kentucky for the Class of 2026. Ande resides in Chicken Bristle and ...
Mark Buckles Apr 09, 2024
Somerville, Hurt, and Matthews receive awards from Barren Inc.
Glasgow, KY - Barren Inc. The Barren County Chamber of Commerce held its annual Achievement in Business Awards News Conference to show appreciation and honor the local business community, Tuesday. Acc...
Mark Buckles Apr 09, 2024