Committee named to guide Barren County land-use ordinance
Barren County Judge/Executive Jamie Byrd said she spoke with multiple people before making the appointments.
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Adams ends governor run speculation at Kentucky’s annual Fancy Farm Picnic
Kentucky's 2027 governor's race took center stage at Fancy Farm as Secretary of State Michael Adams ruled out a campaign and instead endorsed U.S. Rep. James Comer.
Drug Task Force director position opens in Barren County
Applications will be accepted until 4 p.m. CT on Monday, Aug. 17.
Monroe County awarded $255K to prepare industrial site for future development
State officials approved more than $5.2 million in funding for projects in eight Kentucky counties during the latest round of the Kentucky Product Development Initiative.
Gov. Beshear bringing book tour to Bowling Green in September
The free event reached capacity hours after tickets were made available to the public, according to the registration website.
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.”
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.