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More than 2,200 vote early in Barren County ahead of Election Day, clerk says
Election 2026

More than 2,200 vote early in Barren County ahead of Election Day, clerk says

The county has 31,717 registered voters, according to the State Board of Elections.

Here’s where to vote in Barren County on May 19
Election 2026 Featured

Here’s where to vote in Barren County on May 19

Officials remind voters to bring proper identification when heading to the polls.

Seven decades of blooms come to a close at Greer’s Florist
Neighbors Featured

Seven decades of blooms come to a close at Greer’s Florist

Outside of the work itself, the shop became a backdrop for family life.

‘She helps me do it’: Uncle builds new life raising niece after sister’s death
Neighbors Featured

‘She helps me do it’: Uncle builds new life raising niece after sister’s death

Family members said Ava was “one of the most kindhearted people out there” who loved animals and loved babies.

No hantavirus cases in Kentucky or Barren River District, officials say
Kentucky

No hantavirus cases in Kentucky or Barren River District, officials say

State and local health leaders said they are prepared to respond if a case is identified.

AOC communication outlines deep staffing cuts as court system faces funding shortfall
Government

AOC communication outlines deep staffing cuts as court system faces funding shortfall

At the center of the financial pressure is House Bill 504, part of the state’s budget process.

Meade County moratorium becomes model in Cave City data center debate
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Meade County moratorium becomes model in Cave City data center debate

If adopted, the Cave City moratorium would pause new applications for zoning and building approvals related to data centers until studies and ordinance updates are completed.

Glasgow, Barren County proclaim May 2026 as National Treatment Court Month
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Glasgow, Barren County proclaim May 2026 as National Treatment Court Month

Byrd and Russell joined court leadership in recognizing the role treatment courts play in addressing substance use and mental health challenges.

Barren County lacks authority to impose data center moratorium, attorney says
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Barren County lacks authority to impose data center moratorium, attorney says

Barren County has no countywide zoning system, limiting its ability to regulate large-scale industrial development such as data centers.

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