Eastern neighbors of Barren County declare emergencies amid heavy rain
Kentucky remains under a statewide state of emergency due to extensive flooding.
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Veteran educator Shelly Buck joins South Green Elementary leadership
The 2004 Barren County High School graduate has been named assistant principal at South Green Elementary, succeeding Nathan Peters, who recently became transportation director for Barren County Schools.
Heavy rain triggers statewide flood emergency in Kentucky
Gov. Andy Beshear declared a state of emergency Saturday as heavy rain caused widespread flooding across Kentucky.
Justin Browning named director of instruction for Barren County Schools
In his new role, Browning will oversee instruction and support curriculum and professional learning across the district.
T.J. Regional Health invites input ahead of opening first Warren County clinic in Smiths Grove
According to T.J. Health, the session is intended to gather feedback on healthcare services, access to care and the issues that matter most to area residents.
Man accused of charging $5,128 in personal gas to Golden Years Transport card
The alleged offenses occurred in Metcalfe County between Nov. 5, 2025, and April 7, 2026.
Glasgow’s Stephanie Prichard to serve as interim director of WKU Regional Campuses
Her appointment is especially notable for the Glasgow campus, where she has been a familiar presence while helping support students and academic programming.
Familiar face to lead WKU’s Gatton Academy into next chapter
Alongside his leadership of The Gatton Academy, Strode most recently served as the administrator overseeing WKU’s regional campuses, including WKU Glasgow.
As questions continue, Byrd says she is seeking answers about proposed data center
Byrd says she is working to better understand a proposed Cave City-area data center, including who is behind it and what it would involve.