Guthrie, Oz meet with Kentucky health care leaders in Glasgow
The visit comes as hospitals prepare for changes to Medicaid under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, while Kentucky begins putting new rural health funding to work.
What you need to know about Barren County’s burn ban
The order will remain in effect until sufficient rainfall reduces the hazardous conditions and the ban is lifted, the county said.
After more than 70 years, Cave City gift shop is closing
Long before online shopping and interstate travel changed the way people vacationed, Wild Wonderful Gifts was waiting for them in Cave City.
No charges filed after union protest at Bon Ayr business
The Barren County Sheriff’s Office responded to the scene at least twice, according to spokesperson Adam Bow, who said deputies found no violations of law during their responses.
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New playroom aims to make recovery easier for Barren County families
The room was funded through a grant from the Glasgow-Barren County Rotary Club, with proceeds from the club’s annual auction helping provide the funding.
Book sale to help fund free books for Barren County children
The library has been undergoing a major inventory and reshelving project that includes repairing books, replacing labels and covers, reshelving materials and removing items from the collection.
18 selected for Leadership Barren County Class of 2026/2027
Leadership Barren County is part of Lead Forward, a program of the Barren County Chamber Foundation.
Warrants for Flock searches? Kentucky lawmakers may add more rules for public cameras
During the meeting, some lawmakers expressed skepticism about the technology and said they’ve heard a myriad of concerns in their districts.
Kentucky woman killed after estranged husband allegedly takes her during shooting
The investigation remains ongoing.