Category Archives: Local News

Riley says coroner pay is too low
By MICHAEL CRIMMINS Glasgow News 1 Kentucky coroner pay is too low, according to Barren County State Representative Steve Riley. “I think anybody that knows anything about that job knows how dif...
Michael Crimmins Feb 20, 2026

From torch to tablet: Caverna students train for modern manufacturing
By GAGE WILSON For Glasgow News 1 In one corner of Caverna High School, sparks fly as students practice welding beads by hand. Just a few steps away, others sit with tablets programming robotic arms. ...
Michael Crimmins Feb 20, 2026

Barren County YMCA Foundation dismissed as defendant in lawsuit over recruit’s drowning
STAFF REPORT Glasgow News 1 The Barren County Family YMCA Foundation is no longer a part of the lawsuit stemming from the death of 34-year-old William “Tex” Bailey, who drowned during a Ke...
Michael Crimmins Feb 20, 2026

Mayor calls Veterans Outer Loop land buy a forward-looking investment
By MICHAEL CRIMMINS Glasgow News 1 The City of Glasgow made a good decision purchasing the property on the Veterans Outer Loop, according to Glasgow Mayor Henry Royse. “It’s nice to be ahe...
Michael Crimmins Feb 20, 2026

Barren County clerk: Renew your tags on time, even if March notice is late
STAFF REPORT Glasgow News 1 Barren County residents are being urged to renew their boat and vehicle registrations on time, even if they do not receive the usual reminder in the mail. “The notice...
Michael Crimmins Feb 20, 2026

Glasgow citizens hear public comments on proposed sign ordinance
STAFF REPORT Glasgow News 1 The City of Glasgow hosted a town hall Thursday evening to hear from community members who may be affected by a proposed ordinance regulating signage within city limits. Jo...
Michael Crimmins Feb 20, 2026

Glasgow man arrested on kidnapping, assault charges
STAFF REPORT Glasgow News 1 A Glasgow man is facing kidnapping and assault charges after he was arrested on Thursday. On Feb. 19, Glasgow police officers went to a residence on Lexington Drive in resp...
Michael Crimmins Feb 20, 2026

Barren County coroner backs Ky bill to raise coroner pay
STAFF REPORT Glasgow News 1 Barren County Coroner Tim Gibson is backing a Kentucky House proposal that would significantly raise pay for coroners across the state, including here at home. House Bill 1...
Michael Crimmins Feb 19, 2026

Allen County teen charged in double murder case
STAFF REPORT Glasgow News 1 A teenager has been arrested in connection with a double murder that occurred in Allen County Wednesday night. Following an investigation, and multiple interviews, state po...
Michael Crimmins Feb 19, 2026

Cave City tourism talks new ag expo center benefits
By WILL PERKINS Glasgow News 1 With $20 million in funding earmarked for a new agriculture expo center in Barren County, members of the Cave City Tourist and Convention Commission recently talked abou...
Will Perkins Feb 19, 2026




