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Glasgow shooting leaves two injured

Staff Report A Glasgow man was arrested following a shooting at a residence along Park City Glasgow Road on Sunday, March 17. The Barren County Sheriff’s Office said in a news release that 59-year-old Kevin Abner told investigators he went to the residence after being told his daughter was there and was possibly being held…

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New scholarship opportunity for Caverna seniors

BLDG of Cave City is thrilled to announce a new $1,000 scholarship available to Caverna High School Seniors. Heather Streible, President of BLDG of Cave City, said the opportunity for the BLDG of Cave City Scholarship Program is “dedicated to supporting students in their journey towards higher education while empowering them to make a positive…

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Meet the Candidates

Mary Beth Sallee Managing Editor Hart Co. News-Herald   A Special Election will be held on Tuesday, March 19 to fill the vacancy left in the 24th District House after the resignation of Representative Brandon Reed. There are three candidates that the voters of the 24th district, which includes Hart, Green, and LaRue counties, can…

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Lady Hornet Heartbreak

By T.J. Morgan Freelance Sports Writer   The 2024 postseason felt like one of destiny for the Lady Hornets. After securing their fourth straight district title, Metcalfe received a favorable fourth region draw that kept them opposite of region favorite, Franklin Simpson (29-1). Following a first-round upset of 15th district champion, Warren East (26-4), by…

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There’s a new Chief in town

By PJ Martin Editor The Herald-News   The Edmonton City Council met in a regular session on March 4th with everyone in attendance except Edmonton Fire Chief Jerry Clemmons. The council room was standing room only as family gathered for the swearing-in of two new police officers. Mayor Doug Smith announced the motion to promote…

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Hornets Fall In OT

By T.J. Morgan Freelance Sports Writer   The Hornets traveled to E.A. Diddle Arena in Bowling Green last Wednesday in pursuit of their first victory in the 4th region tournament since 2006, when Metcalfe finished 4th region runner up. As always, the Metcalfe fan base filled Diddle with maroon in support of the Hornets. With…

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Read Across America Week

Submitted Read Across America Week was held March 4th – 8th and to celebrate, each day had a special theme and MCES invited guests to read to students. Monday – I’m dreaming of a good book. Wear your pajamas day. Tuesday – Team up for reading. Wear your favorite team day. Wednesday – MCES is…

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Local DTF director on drugs, trends, and open borders

By Allyson Dix Jobe Publishing, Inc.   The Barren River Drug Task Force, established in 2003, just surpassed its 20th anniversary in 2023 and the Director of the task force, Ron Lafferty, shared details and trends as it relates to the task force and drug issues our community faces in the Feb. 26 Glasgow City…

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250% Insurance Tax Premium Fee Increase Set for Final Vote

Mayor Royse and Tax Admin. Hurt endorse and explain the increase. By Allyson Dix, Managing Editor/Barren County Progress   Occupational Tax Administrator Nick Hurt shared details on a podcast recently on tax premium fee increases he proposed in the Glasgow City Council meeting in late February that he “hopes” will bring in an additional $200,000 in revenue. No…

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