Category Archives: Local News
RECAP: Trojanettes punch ticket to title game, 45-25
By JAMES BROWN WCLU Sports Two first half runs lifted Barren County over Monroe County, 45-25, and into the championship game of the Girls Fourth Region Tournament on Saturday. The Trojanettes opened ...
Mar 06, 2026
Transportation cabinet looking at ‘long-term and short-term’ solutions for Columbia Avenue
By MICHAEL CRIMMINS Glasgow News 1 The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is evaluating both short-term and long-term solutions in an effort to address community concerns regarding Columbia Avenue. In an...
Mar 06, 2026
T.J. Regional Home Health earns national honor from U.S. News
STAFF REPORT Glasgow News 1 T.J. Regional Home Health has been named a Best Home Health agency for 2026 by U.S. News and World Report in the publication's first nationwide review of home health provid...
Mar 06, 2026
Local students learn water safety at the Barren County YMCA’s
By GAGE WILSON For Glasgow News 1 As warmer weather approaches, the Barren County Family YMCA is filling its pool not just with swimmers, but with students from across the region learning a skill that...
Mar 06, 2026
‘It’s about priorities’: Turner decides to step down as SGE principal
By MICHAEL CRIMMINS Glasgow News 1 Josh Turner has decided to step down as the South Green Elementary School principal at the end of the current academic year. The decision was a "bittersweet" one, Tu...
Mar 06, 2026
Steve Riley’s teacher recruitment bills advance in Ky House
STAFF REPORT Glasgow News 1 Two measures backed by Barren County state Rep. Steve Riley to strengthen teacher recruitment and retention are moving forward in the Kentucky General Assembly. The House S...
Mar 06, 2026
1 driver injured in Scottsville Road collision after suspected mechanical failure
STAFF REPORT Glasgow News 1 Barren County deputies investigated a two-vehicle collision that injured one driver on Scottsville Road on Thursday afternoon The Barren County Sheriff's Office reported th...
Mar 05, 2026
Barren County magistrates back grant request for 15 new jail tasers
STAFF REPORT Glasgow News 1 Barren County is taking steps to upgrade personnel equipment at its detention center following action this week by the fiscal court. Magistrates unanimously approved an aut...
Mar 05, 2026
RECAP: Scotties' season ends with 63-61 loss to Monroe in regional tournament
By JAMES BROWN WCLU Sports Twice this season Glasgow had a shot to beat Monroe County, and twice the shot skipped off the rim at the buzzer. The second time ended the Scotties' season with a 63-61 los...
Mar 05, 2026
Handbags and high hopes at annual YMCA Purse and Pamper BINGO
STAFF REPORT Glasgow News 1 For the fifth year in a row, the Barren County Family YMCA is inviting women across the community to grab their friends and their lucky bingo charms for a night of purses, ...
Mar 05, 2026