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LIST: Where are tornado shelters in Barren County?
Barren County

LIST: Where are tornado shelters in Barren County?

Any issues or concerns should be directed to Glasgow-Barren County Emergency Management at 270-651-4910 or 270-629-5933.

Glasgow approves 10-year lease for new farmers market building at $1 per year
Agriculture Featured

Glasgow approves 10-year lease for new farmers market building at $1 per year

The resolution approving the lease agreement passed unanimously and takes effect immediately, according to City Attorney Rich Alexander.

Jesse Crenshaw, Knob Lick native and former state rep, dies at 79
Government Featured

Jesse Crenshaw, Knob Lick native and former state rep, dies at 79

Crenshaw, a Lexington lawyer, made history as the first Black person in Fayette County elected to the Kentucky House of Representatives.

Hart County Schools military cadet program to end after position cut
Education

Hart County Schools military cadet program to end after position cut

Chenoweth said the school system recognizes that impact and said school leaders are working to find options for students in the existing program.

Glasgow student among area teens selected for Gatton Academy at WKU
Education

Glasgow student among area teens selected for Gatton Academy at WKU

Gatton Academy officials said the program continues to draw top students from across Kentucky, with the Class of 2028 marking its 21st incoming cohort.

Glasgow to welcome back Louisville Orchestra June 25
Neighbors Featured

Glasgow to welcome back Louisville Orchestra June 25

Organizers encourage attendees to bring chairs or blankets and enjoy the performance in the heart of downtown.

Two injured in Glasgow crash involving juvenile driver
Crime & Public Safety

Two injured in Glasgow crash involving juvenile driver

Officers responded to an accident with injuries at the intersection of Veterans Outer Loop and West Main Street.

Police: Man stole MCS Lawncare truck, removed branding, ditched trailer
Crime & Public Safety

Police: Man stole MCS Lawncare truck, removed branding, ditched trailer

The stolen vehicle was later located along Capitol Hill Road in Fountain Run by the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office, with assistance from the Barren County Sheriff’s Office and Kentucky State Police.

Smiths Grove couple arrested in infant abuse investigation
Crime & Public Safety

Smiths Grove couple arrested in infant abuse investigation

Both are charged with first-degree criminal abuse of a child under 12 and endangering the welfare of a minor.

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