Beshear to McConnell: Provide ‘proof of your capacity to serve’ or leave office
Beshear called on McConnell to “directly and verbally address the people of Kentucky and provide proof of your capacity to serve or resign.”
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Barren County considers breaking away from joint tourism agency
If Barren County creates its own commission, the county would have four tourism commissions, more than any other county in Kentucky.
Will countywide zoning affect Barren County farmers?
Kentucky’s Right to Farm Act protects agricultural operations that follow normal and accepted practices from certain nuisance claims and local restrictions.
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.
New employee market aims to cut costly food deliveries at Barren County jail
Cashless, self-service market offers affordable snacks, drinks and grab-and-go food for employees working long shifts.
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.
Barren County leaders begin process of drafting first countywide zoning ordinance
Barren County leaders have taken the first step toward creating a countywide zoning ordinance, beginning a months-long process to develop land-use regulations for unincorporated areas of the county.
Beshear appoints Adkins to Kentucky State Fair Board
Adkins, a former Kentucky Democratic House floor leader, will serve an unexpired term that ends June 28, 2029.
Barren County announces August dates for remaining town hall meetings
Public invited to continue discussions with county leaders in Park City and Hiseville