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Cub Run woman found dead in tent at Dog Creek Recreation Area
Crime & Public Safety

Cub Run woman found dead in tent at Dog Creek Recreation Area

The investigation remains ongoing and is being led by Trooper Devon Banaszak.

Some Kentucky drinking water utilities have ‘punitive’ disconnection policies, report finds
Government

Some Kentucky drinking water utilities have ‘punitive’ disconnection policies, report finds

The report also criticized late fees charged by drinking water utilities and high fees to reconnect ratepayers who’ve been disconnected, which exacerbates the financial situation facing Kentuckians struggling to pay their utility bills.

Citizens in poor, under-educated KY county allow higher tax for new school
Commentary

Citizens in poor, under-educated KY county allow higher tax for new school

Rising tides are affecting other Clinton County boats as well

Still listening to Paul McCartney songs
Lowe Lines

Still listening to Paul McCartney songs

Former Glasgow Daily Times staffer and Barren County High School English teacher Jimmy Lowe returns with an occasional column, exclusively on Barrenside.

Major I-65 closure set for Louisville beginning June 1
Growth & Development

Major I-65 closure set for Louisville beginning June 1

Officials add that while a portion of southbound I-65 is expected to reopen earlier, full reopening of the corridor is scheduled for Aug. 1.

Boys and Girls Club seeks summer camp donations
Neighbors

Boys and Girls Club seeks summer camp donations

Donations may be dropped off at the club’s facility at 701 Columbia Ave.

Barren County mother claims hemp seizure destroyed business, files federal suit
Courts Featured

Barren County mother claims hemp seizure destroyed business, files federal suit

According to the lawsuit, officials seized the hemp despite documentation and testing that Steadman says showed the crop was legal under federal law.

Utilities report as many as 30 data centers under discussion in Kentucky
Growth & Development Featured

Utilities report as many as 30 data centers under discussion in Kentucky

In Barren County, the Cave City city council advanced this month a temporary ban on data center developments after locals had been approached by developers.

Third person dies following fatal I-65 crash in Cave City
Crime & Public Safety

Third person dies following fatal I-65 crash in Cave City

Kentucky State Police is investigating the incident.

County expects courthouse sidewalk improvements to finish in early June
Government Featured

County expects courthouse sidewalk improvements to finish in early June

The courthouse is expected to continue serving county government functions after the completion of the new Barren County Judicial Center on West Main Street.

Barren County seeks construction manager for planned ag expo center
Government Featured

Barren County seeks construction manager for planned ag expo center

The anticipated project budget is approximately $20 million, according to the notice.

Community-focused Pride festival returns to Glasgow for third year
Lifestyle & Culture

Community-focused Pride festival returns to Glasgow for third year

Admission is free, and organizers encourage attendees to bring lawn chairs and enjoy the afternoon activities.

Movies Under the Stars return this summer in Glasgow
Lifestyle & Culture

Movies Under the Stars return this summer in Glasgow

Organizers encourage guests to bring blankets, lawn chairs and bug spray for comfort during the outdoor screenings.

Barren County Schools taps Murphy for nutrition services role
Education

Barren County Schools taps Murphy for nutrition services role

As director of nutrition services, Murphy will oversee the district’s meal programs, nutrition operations and efforts to provide students with healthy meals each day.

WKU student from Glasgow awarded national language scholarship
Education

WKU student from Glasgow awarded national language scholarship

Vandermolen is a pre-med student majoring in chemistry and Chinese.

National retailer Harbor Freight coming to Glasgow
Growth & Development

National retailer Harbor Freight coming to Glasgow

The new store will be located next to Ruler Foods in the former JoAnn’s space.

Funding delays shape next phase of American Legion Park improvements
Growth & Development

Funding delays shape next phase of American Legion Park improvements

Attention is now shifting to the next phase of improvements, which is expected to cost about $600,000.

Michael Davis named assistant superintendent for Barren County Schools
Education

Michael Davis named assistant superintendent for Barren County Schools

Davis will begin serving as assistant superintendent this summer.

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