‘Going after the bigger players’: Drug task force details major case in Barren County
The Barren River Drug Task Force is a partnership among Glasgow, Cave City, Barren County and Metcalfe County.
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Residents may notice movie production activity in downtown Glasgow
Police emphasized that the activity is part of the film production and does not pose a threat to public safety.
Drug Task Force director position opens in Barren County
Applications will be accepted until 4 p.m. CT on Monday, Aug. 17.
Barren area Kentucky State Police personnel earn annual honors
The ceremony honored 84 troopers, detectives and officers from across the commonwealth who were recognized for going above and beyond the call of duty.
Police ask public to come forward in Allen County toddler death case
Investigators will be available at the Scottsville Police Department from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday to speak with anyone who may have information related to the case.
Barren County raises inmate housing fees for Metcalfe, Monroe counties
Officials said the higher rate is needed as the cost of operating the detention center continues to climb.
Barren County woman involved in hemp lawsuit arrested on trafficking, possession charges
Authorities say investigators found suspected marijuana, hemp-derived products, cash and other evidence during searches of her business and residence.
Coroner urges farm safety after two fatal accidents this summer
Two area farmers died in separate accidents involving farm equipment, prompting a safety reminder from Barren County Coroner Tim Gibson.
Three injured, including two children, in crash on Scottsville Road
The crash remains under investigation by the Barren County Sheriff’s Office.