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William C. Belt, Chairman of the Hart County Board of Education, is calling a special meeting of the board to be held on Tuesday, May 30th, at the Central Office at 5:00 p.m. Items on the agenda are: Approve salary schedules for 2017-2018, Approve tentative budget for FY18, and Approve awarding bid on grease trap pumping for 2017-2018.

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Cave City City Hall will be closed Monday, May 29th. Gargage will be picked up as usual on Monday.

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Friday, May 26th, 2017

Larue County couple charged with abuse

A Larue County couple each face up to 10 years in prison after being charged Wednesday afternoon with first-degree criminal abuse. 58 year-old Loyd Sadler and his wife, 54 year-old Lora Sadler, were charged related to the May 5th discovery of 68 year-old Mary Jean King, who died in the home they shared. According to arrest citations for the Sadlers, they were King's caregivers and allowed her to reside "in filth." According to the arrest citation. "In the situation which she was living in, could cause physical injury." Results of a preliminary autopsy said King died of pneumonia and dehydration. Thirty-one dogs lived in the home, which had no running water. The residence had large amounts of urine/feces in the floor and trash piled up in the living area." King was found dead in a truck near the Talley Oak Hill residence. The Sadlers initially told authorities they found King unresponsive outside the residence. First-degree criminal abuse is a Class C felony punishable by five to 10 years in prison, if convicted. The Sadlers are lodged in the Larue County Detention Center.

Thursday, May 25th, 2017

GLASGOW CITY POLICE MADE 12 ARRESTS

THEY INCLUDE 27 YEAR OLD JORDAN SUMMERS OF 614 BUNCHE RD, GLASGOW ARRESTED AND CHARGED WITH ALCOHOL INTOXICATION IN A PUBLIC PLACE AND CONTEMPT OF COURT IN NELSON COUNTY

20 YEAR OLD ANDREW MICHAEL BROUGHTON OF EAST MAIN, GLASGOW

ARRESTED ON 2 BARREN CO BENCH WARRANTS

42 YEAR OLD PHILLIP ALLEN MASSEY OF BOWLING GREEN ARRESTED

ON A WARREN CO WARRANT FOR FAILURE TO APPEAR

20 YEAR OLD TANNER CLAY SAWYER OF FRANK MILLS ROAD, GLASGOW

ARRESTED AND CHARGED WITH FLEEING AND EVADING POLICE, RECEIVING STOLEN PROPERTY, AND 2 COUNTS OF WANTON ENDANGERMENT

41 YEAR OLD JEREMY WHEELER OF WILLIE GROCE RD, GLASGOW

ARRESTED AND CHARGED WITH CRIMINAL TRESPASSING

44 YEAR OLD JASON BOTHE OF LEECH AVE, GLASGOW CHARGED WITH

OPERATING A MOTOR VEHICLE UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL/

DRUGS AND POSSESSION OF OPEN ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE IN A MOTOR VEHICLE

21 YEAR OLD LATONYA CLAYTON OF SOMERSET CHARGED WITH ALCOHOL INTOXICATION IN A PUBLIC PLACE

22 YEAR OLD JOSHUA WATSON OF OAK SCHOOL RD, GLASGOW CHARGED WITH FAILURE TO PRODUCE INSURANCE CARD, TRAFFICKING IN A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE, AND OPERATING A MOTOR VEHICLE UNDER THE INFLUENCE

41 YEAR OLD MATTHEW BECK OF ASHKIRK LANE, GLASGOW CHARGED WITH THEFT BY DECEPTION INCLUDING COLD CHECKS UP TO $10,000

23 YEAR OLD ELIZABETH ANN CARNAHAN, CREEKWOOD DR. GLASGOW

CHARGED WITH ASSAULT 4TH DEGREE.

32 YEAR-OLD CORNELIUS JERMAINE MAXEY, BROWN ST., GLASGOW, CHARGED WITH POSSESSION OF A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE, OPERATING A MOTOR VEHICLE UNDER THE INFLUENCE AND POSSESSION OF SYNTHETIC DRUGS.

30 YEAR-OLD ANTHONY PAUL KNOWLAND, BRYAN ST., GLASGOW, CHARGED WITH CONTEMPT OF COURT

AND 39 YEAR-OLD LORRIANA MICHELLE HENLEY, DON LYLE ROAD, EDMONTON, CHARGED WITH FAILURE TO APPEAR.

A Bowling Green man is behind bars charged with child sexual exploitation offenses. State Police say 50 year-old Kenneth Cosby was arrested on charges relating to the distribution and possession of matter portraying a sex performance by a minor. Cosby was arrested after an investigation discovered he was sharing images of child sexual exploitation online. Cosby was taken to the Warren County Regional Jail and is facing nine counts of distribution and 20 counts of possession of matter portraying a sex performance by a minor. Each charge is a class-D felony that carries a punishment of one to five years in prison.

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Lincoln Village Youth Development and Regional Juvenile Detention Center, which has served a 13-county region since 2005, is shutting its doors next month as part of a recent Kentucky Department of Juvenile Justice downsizing effort. The Lincoln Village Youth Development and Regional Juvenile Detention Center in Elizabethtown will close June 16th. Lincoln Village Executive Director Michelle Grady declined comment and directed all inquiries to Mike Wynn, communications director for the Department of Juvenile Justice. Wynn said the facility, which houses troubled teens, will close June 16th.

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Three people were injured Wednesday in a two-vehicle collision near Sonora. Kentucky State Police Post 4 Troopers responded to a two vehicle collision in Larue County Wednesday morning. At approximately 11:15 a.m. EDST, KSP received a call of a two-vehicle accident in the 12,000 block of South Dixie Hwy (US 31-W) in Sonora. 38 year-old Jerry Whitehead was traveling North on 31-W in a 2000 GMC Sierra. 33 year-old Joe Gingerich was also traveling North on 31-W with his 6 year-old daughter and 9-year-old son in their horse led Amish buggy. For unknown reasons, the vehicle driven by Mr. Whitehead struck the rear of the buggy ejecting all three passengers. Joe Gingerich and his daughter were transported to Hardin Memorial Hospital with minor injuries. His 9 year-old son was taken to Nortons Children's Hospital where he is listed in stable condition. The Gingerich's horse was euthanized at the scene. KSP was assisted by Hardin County EMS, Sonora Fire Dept., and the Hardin County Sheriff's Office. The accident is under investigation by Trooper John Adams.

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Thursday, May 25th, 2017

Two people have been arrested on drugs and other charges in Cave City. On Wednesday, Sergeant James Roberts observed a Chevrolet Impala driving with no license plate. The Officer stopped the vehicle in the parking lot of Motel 6. After a brief investigation, Candi McKinney was arrested for Operating a motor vehicle under the influence, aggravating circumstances, License to be in possession, No registration, Failure to transfer, and operating on expired license. Brian Caven was a passenger of the same vehicle who was arrested for Possession of Methamphetamine, Drug paraphernalia buy/posses, Possession of controlled substance, and Possession of marijuana. Both were lodged in the Barren Co Detention Center.

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Thursday, May 25th, 2017

Robbery/ murder suspects sought

Crime Stoppers is asking for the publics help in finding two men who robbed a Bowling Green Business Friday. Bowling Green Police say two men entered La Placita on Morgantown Road, brandishing a gun and demanded money. While the clerks were complying, one of the men struck a clerk in the head with a gun. As the men were leaving, 31 year old Jose Cruz, of Bowling Green, tried to enter the store to pick up his children. Cruz confronted the men and a fight ensued. One of the men pulled a gun and shot Cruz. The two men left in a dark-colored sedan, which Police believe was driven by a third Hispanic man. Cruz ultimately died from his injuries. Two of the suspects are described as Hispanic males; one wearing a gray or green hooded sweatshirt and a dark cap. The second man is described as Hispanic wearing a camouflage jacket and blue jeans. If you have any information about this crime, please call South Central Kentucky Crime Stoppers at 781-CLUE, toll free at 866-842-CLUE.

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Thursday, May 25th, 2017

Memorial Day weekend safety

The Kentucky State Police will be out in full force this Memorial Day Weekend. Highway deaths in Kentucky may be on the decline this year, but that doesn't mean police won't be ramping up for the anticipated increase in traffic during this long Memorial Day holiday weekend. The "Click It or Ticket" campaign is now underway across the country, coinciding with what is considered the traditional start to the summer driving season. So far this year, Kentucky State Police report, 267 people have been killed in traffic crashes in the state, down from 286 at this point last year. Nine people died in crashes last Memorial Day Weekend, and authorities hope to reduce that total this holiday weekend with heavier speed enforcement. Among the things police will be looking for are impaired or distracted drivers, speeders and especially those not using seat belts and child safety seats. Law enforcement agencies will also be conducting traffic safety checkpoints at various areas around Kentucky to promote safety.

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Wednesday, May 24th, 2017

Police warn of social media scam

Glasgow Police Department would like to make the public aware of another scam circulating this area. This scam involves suspects using the identity of a social media "friend" and sending a message through this social media outlet asking for help. This help involves asking for money and using wire transfers to send it. The name of the "friend" may be the actual name of a

real friend in your social media network, however, it is not that person making the request. If you or someone you know receives a request like this asking for help, it is recommended that you call the person and confirm it is actually coming from them before sending any money.

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Wednesday, May 24th, 2017

Two missing sisters from Scottsville

Authorities in Scottsville are asking for the public's help in finding two missing sisters. 11-year-old Cassie Whitney and her 13-year-old sister, Jezzie Whitney went missing from their home in Scottsville, on May 18, 2017. The sisters are believed to be in the company of their mother. They may attempt to travel to areas throughout Tennessee or Kentucky.  Cassie is described as 4 feet 9 inches tall and 112 pounds. Jezzie is described as 5 feet 3 inches tall and 197 pounds. Both have brown hair and brown eyes.

Anyone with information about Cassie and Jezzie, is asked to contact the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children at 1-800-843-5678 (1-800-THE-LOST) or the Allen County Sheriff’s Office at 270-237-3210.

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Wednesday, May 24th, 2017

Two arrested in Cave City

Two people were arrested Tuesday in Cave City on drug charges Cave City Police Department stopped a 1999 black Mustang on Mammoth Cave Road for disregarding a traffic signal. The vehicle was operated by 31 year old Jessica Webb, of Horse Cave. Officers detected the odor of marijuana in the vehicle and the K-9 alerted on the vehicle. The DTF arrived on the scene. A search of the vehicle revealed drug paraphernalia and marijuana. Officers also located approximately over $7,000.00 in cash. Ms. Webb was arrested and charged with trafficking in a controlled substance 1st - meth, possession of marijuana and tampering with evidence. The passenger of the vehicle, 30 year old Douglas Wood, of Cave City, was arrested and charged with

Possession of drug paraphernalia, resisting arrest and menacing.  Both were lodged in the Barren County Detention Center.

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Wednesday, May 24th, 2017

Glasgow Police make several arrests

Wednesday, May 24th, 2017

E-town man sentenced for kidnapping

An Elizabethtown man was sentenced Tuesday morning to 40 years in prison for his role in a 2016 kidnapping and assault of a now deceased Smiths Grove woman. 21 year-old Trevor Brown Jr., whose sentencing had been delayed earlier this month, was given the sentence a jury recommended in March. Brown was convicted of complicity to kidnapping with serious physical injury, complicity to first-degree robbery and criminal attempt to commit murder. 51 year-old Dealynn O'Connor was taken by force from a Radcliff trailer park to an Ohio River bridg3e in Brandenburg. Brown attempted to convince O'Connor to jump off the bridge, according to authorities. When she didn't, he stabbed her four times and left her on the bridge. O'Connor was killed by a woman in June at a home she rented in Smiths Grove. Authorities have said there is no link between the Jan. 31st, 2016 kidnapping and her death. Also on Tuesday, Brown accepted a five-year plea deal on five second-degree criminal possession of a forged instrument charges. That sentence will run at the same time as his 40-year sentence. He will be eligible for parole after serving 20 years in prison.

Wednesday, May 24th, 2017

A non-injury collision in Adair County led to the arrest of a man and his mother Sunday. Officers responded to the scene on the Louie B. Nunn Parkway and found that 27 year-old Christopher Ingermann, Jr., of Columbia, was operating the vehicle. Ingermann became combative and was taken into custody. He is charged with Operating a Motor Vehicle Under the Influence of Alcohol/Drugs 1st (Aggravating Circumstances), Menacing, Disorderly Conduct, Resisting Arrest, Assault 3rd Degree (Police Officer), Wanton Endangerment, No Registration Receipt, Failure to Produce Insurance Card and Failure to Notify Address Change to Department of Transportation. Ingermann’s mother, 50-year-old Audry Ingermann, of Columbia, arrived at the scene and was also arrested, charged with Assault 3rd Degree (Police Officer), Resisting Arrest and Disorderly Conduct 2nd Degree. Both mother and son were lodged in the Adair County Jail.

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Wednesday, May 24th, 2017

E-town man sentenced for murder

28 year-old Joshua Lee Ratliff appeared Tuesday on murder charges in Hardin Circuit Court. He heard how he stripped Ryan Birse from the lives of his family by killing him inside a KFC/Taco Bell restaurant in Elizabethtown on February 25th, 2016. A Hardin County jury convicted Ratliff of the charges March 15th and recommended the sentence. Birse and Ratliff had worked together at the restaurant. During trial testimony, there had been a few complaints by fellow employees -- including Birse --- about Ratliff related to his work and hygiene. Two days prior to the shooting, Birse had approached Ratliff about placing his hands in chicken after removing them from dirty dishwater as he packed boxes of chicken and also coughing around food. On the day of the shooting, Raliff, who wasn't scheduled to work, showed, up checked the work schedule, found Birse and then shot him nine times. Ratliff was sentenced  to 55 years in prison -- 50 years on a conviction of murder but mentally ill and five years for convictions of first-degree wanton endangerment but mentally ill; first-degree wanton endangerment of a police officer but mentally ill, and first degree fleeing or evading police in a motor vehicle but mentally ill.

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A former LaRue County Detention Center employee and his ex-wife arrested May 9th on multiple felony drug charges, have been indicted by a Hardin County Grand Jury. 43 year-old Bradley Russell, of Hodgenville, was indicted on five counts of complicity to commit first-degree trafficking in a controlled substance of heroin, hydrocodone and oxycodone. He ex-wife, 35 year-old Kimberly Russell, of Shepherdsville, was indicted on one count of complicity to commit first-degree trafficking in a controlled substance of hydrocodone and possession of drug paraphernalia. All charges are Class C felonies punishable by five to 10 years in prison, if convicted, aside from a misdemeanor drug charge. The investigation was initiated when Greater Hardin County Drug Task Force detectives were contacted about allegations that Russell, who was fired the day following his arrest, was bringing drugs into the detention center. Detectives were able to introduce an undercover officer to Russell, according to a task force news release. Russell reportedly met with an undercover officer at the park-and-ride lot in Elizabethtown and was paid with 10 oxycodone pills to deliver 2.3 grams of heroin and 21 oxycodone pills into the LaRue County Detention Center. Bradley Russell remains lodged in the Hardin County Detention Center in lieu of $10,000 cash bond. Kimberly Russell was released May 10th on a $10,000 unsecured bond.

A 12 year-old juvenile in Green County is dead after a shooting incident Saturday evening. An investigation is underway by Kentucky State Police after Green County dispatch advised that a 12 year-old juvenile had been transported from a residence on Busy Baker Road to Jane Todd Crawford Hospital. The juvenile had a single gunshot wound and was later pronounced deceased. The deceased had been playing with a 13-year-old juvenile in the basement of the home when a shot was fired by what was believed to be a toy gun.

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After a lengthy investigation, Edmonson County Sheriff's Deputies have arrested two people on drug charges. Two months ago, authorities searched the home of James D. Minton in the Oak View subdivision of Brownsville where they found four bottles of pills, seven handguns, cell phones, a vehicle and $5,000 in cash. After further investigation of the evidence, Minton and Retha E. "Evon" Bryant, of Bowling Green, were both indicted. The were arrested Saturday on various drug and weapons charges.

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Tuesday, May 23rd, 2017

Woman arrested; police search for 2 males

A high speed chase Monday morning in Cave City led to the arrest of one woman and police are searching for two male subjects. Officer Michael Stevenson observed a vehicle matching the description of a reported stolen vehicle parked at Five Star Food Mart. The Officer detained the driver after confirming the vehicle had been entered stolen. During this time, a male passenger climbed from the back seat of the vehicle, into the driver's seat and fled the scene at a high rate of speed. Officer Stevenson pursued the vehicle east on Happy Valley Road traveling at speeds up to 120 MPH. The pursuit ended when the stolen vehicle collided with a guardrail while attempting to turn on to Dripping Springs Road in Glasgow. The male driver then exited the vehicle and fled the scene on foot. A female passenger, Anna Furbush, of Cave City, was arrested while attempting to exit the vehicle. Furbush was transported to Barren County Detention Center and charged with Receiving Stolen Property U/$10,000.Both male subjects have been identified and have Arrest Warrants prepared.

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Monday, May 22nd, 2017

Glasgow man arrested for drugs

The Barren River Drug Task Force investigated possible illegal drug activity Friday at 117 Cheatham St. in Glasgow. When Detectives arrived, 20 year-old Kia-Shawn Jamal Tooley made an attempt to hide evidence. After gaining consent from the renter of the residence, officers located over 5 grams of suspected crack cocaine, marijuana, various pills and suspected crystal meth. Detectives additionally found drug paraphernalia, a handgun and approximately $1,200 in cash. Tooley was arrested and charged with trafficking in a controlled substance 1st - cocaine enhanced by a firearm and possession of drug paraphernalia. Future charges are pending. Tooley was lodged in the Barren County Detention Center. The DTF was assisted by the Glasgow Police Department, the Barren County Sheriff's Dept. and the Cave City Police Department K-9 Unit.

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Monday, May 22nd, 2017

Higher healthcare premiums predicted by analysts

-Especially for those age 50 and older. Analysts predict health insurance premiums could rise as much as eight-thousand dollars a year under the American Health Care Act as it now stands. In addition to removing protections for people with pre-existing conditions, the bill would allow insurers to charge as much as five times the premium to older policyholders. An estimated 24 million Americans would lose coverage under the previous G-O-P health plan. The bill is set to go before the U-S Senate soon, where plans to make major changes to it have been widely reported.

The merging of two area communities looking for Kentucky Trail Town Certification has been announced. According to Sandra Wilson, Horse Cave/Hart County Tourism Commissioner, "We're excited to partner with Cave City as part of the Trail Town initiative. Horse Cave and Cave City have so much in common, including tourism, education, healthcare, utilities, and service organizations. By pooling our energy and resources, we will work to make this project a real economic force in the region". Sharon Tabor, Executive Director Cave City Tourist & Convention Commission agrees. "Merging the Trail Town efforts strengthens our certification efforts. Horse Cave has cultural assets that Cave City does not have, yet Cave City has access to outdoor adventure activities that are not as prevalent in Horse Cave. We compliment each other and merging the efforts makes us strong partners". Munfordville recently received Trail Town Certification after a two-year application process. Brownsville and Park City are also making applications for Trail Town Certification. These five communities are part of the regional Cave Country Trails, Inc., project to connect eleven communities, four counties, two state parks and Mammoth Cave National Park. Kentucky currently has sixteen certified Trail Towns and over thirty applications.

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Monday, May 22nd, 2017

Family court judge adoption cases

A Kentucky family court judge has been blocked from instituting a measure that could have let him avoid gay adoption cases. Judge W. Mitchell Nance recently submitted a proposed procedural change to the state’s chief justice, John D. Minton Jr. A spokeswoman said Friday Minton denied the request on procedural and substantive grounds. Nance declined comment through a court official. The judge is under attack from civil rights groups seeking his removal from the bench. Kentucky law allows gay couples to adopt. The U.S. Supreme Court ruling in 2015 that effectively legalized same-sex marriage nationwide cited adoptions by same-sex couples as “powerful confirmation from the law itself that gays and lesbians can create loving, supportive families.” The ruling also emphasized that people whose religious doctrines forbid condoning same-sex marriage must be given “proper protection as they seek to teach the principles that are so fulfilling and so central to their lives and faiths.” Before submitting his proposed rule to the state’s chief justice, Nance filed an order in late April stating that attorneys should notify court officials if their adoption cases involve gay adults, so he can take steps to recuse himself. He cited a state law requiring judges to disqualify themselves from proceedings when they have a personal bias or prejudice. Nance said he believes as a “matter of conscience” that “under no circumstance” would it be in a child’s best interest to be adopted “by a practicing homosexual.” That order had not been rescinded by Nance as of Friday afternoon.

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Edmonson County Sheriff's Office arrested two people after a vehicle pursuit Friday. Deputies responded to a fight on J. Carroll Road. While on the way, deputies were told two people left the scene in a Ford Ranger. When the deputies located the vehicle, the driver nearly hit the squad car head on, in an attempt to escape. The vehicle ran off the road after a short pursuit. The driver, 22 year-old Trevor Vincent, of Bee Spring, and the passenger, 24 year-old Cody Haycraft, of Mammoth Cave, both fled on foot. Haycraft was quickly arrested but Vincent continued running into a wooden hollow, down a steep bluff and into a creek for over 1/2 mile. Vincent was apprehended in a field approximately 30 minutes after collision. While in custody at the Sheriff's Department, Vincent attempted to spit on deputies and attempted to fight Haycraft. Both are lodged in the Hart County Jail. Both face numerous charges.

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Friday, May 19th, 2017

Hart County Board of Ed meeting tonight

William C. Belt, Chairman of the Hart County Board of Education, is calling a special meeting of the Hart County Board tonight at 6:00 p.m. at Hart County High School. The item on the agenda will be: Groundbreaking photo at Hart County High School.

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In a matter of hours Tuesday night, suspects broke into 12 vehicle at two Elizabethtown locations and two Campbellsville University vans in Bowling Green stealing money, credit cards, electronic devices and jewelry in a break-in rampage in two counties. Vehicle break-ins in Elizabethtown and in the parking lot of a Bowling Green restaurant are believed to be linked. The two suspects have not been located. Two vans carrying the Campbellsville University softball team were broken into while the team was dining at a restaurant in Bowling Green. According to a softball coach, several phones, keys, credit cards, iPads, wallets, purses, backpacks and jewelry were stolen. According to Bowling Green Police, a female suspect used a credit card at a Wal-Mart in Bowling Green that belonged to an assistant coach at 10:19 p.m. EPD said there are two suspects and describes them as a black male and female. That incident came on the heels of 12 reported vehicle break-ins earlier in the day at University Drive Park and Freeman Lake Park.

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Cave City Police made a DUI arrest Thursday night. Officers were dispatched to the area of Gardner Lane and Happy Valley Street in reference to an intoxicated male operating a tan van. The operator of the vehicle was identified as Francisco Estrada. He was charged with DUI, no operator's license, no insurance and several other traffic offenses. Estrada was lodged in the Barren County Detention Center.

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Leitchfield residents have a common concern on their minds recently...MISSING TEENS. The Grayson County community has had four missing teens within the past five months. In addition to 16 year-old Savanna Crawford and 17 year-old Haliey Mercer, two other Leitchfield teenagers are missing - 17 year-old Stephanie Pelfrey and 16 year-old Dilion Hendricks.  Local and state-wide law enforcement are continuing their efforts to find these teens. Grayson County Sheriff Norman Chaffins believes there's no connection between any of the cases. If you have any information on the missing teens or notice suspicious activity in the area, please contact the Grayson County Sheriff's Office at 270-259-3024 or the Leitchfield Police Department at 270-259-3850 or call 9-1-1.

THE HART COUNTY FISCAL MET THURSDAY MORNING IN THE COURT ROOM. AFTER JUDGE TERRY MARTIN CALLED THE MEETING TO ORDER, BRO. KEVIN DENTON, PASTOR OF THE HORSE CAVE BAPTIST CHURCH, OPENED THE MEETING WITH PRAYER.

AFTER ROUTINE BUSINESS, MELISSA WHITLEY OF HOPE HARBOR, PRESENTED DEPUTY SHERIFF JOEY COX EDOF HART COUNTY WAS PRESENT WITH THE TIN STAR AWARD. JAILER ISRAEL BERGENSON STATED THE COUNTY JAIL HAD 204 INMATES. HE THEN PRESENTED THE COURT WITH A CHECK FOR JUST OVER $5,000.

RICKEY LINE, SUPERINTENDENT OF HART COUNTY SCHOOLS, CAME BEFORE THE COURT TO REQUEST MONEY TO HELP PAY FOR THE NEW GREEN RIVER COLLEGE AND CAREER ACADEMY. THE COURT IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE HART COUNTY INDUSTRIAL, APPROVED PUTTING UP TO $854,000 IN ESCROW FOR THIS PROJECT. THE COURT ALSO APPROVED TO APPLY FOR CDBG GRANTS FOR THIS PROJECT.

THE COURT THEN APPROVED CHANGES TO THE ADMINISTRATIVE CODE, RESOLUTION FOR RUBBERIZED ASPHALT GRANT, BID SPECKS FOR 2018 SOLID WASTE TRUCK, RESOLUTION WITH THE KDOT, HIRED ROBBIE BALLARD AS PART TIME HELP AT THE COUNTY BARN.

THE COURTS NEXT MEETING WILL THURSDAY MORNING JUNE 8TH, AT 9:00 AM IN THE COURT ROOM.

The ACLU is seeking the removal of a family court judge in Barren and Metcalfe County.  A complaint was filed Tuesday by multiple civil rights groups and a law professor, calling for Judge Mitchell Nance to be removed from office.  Nance has been a family court judge since 2004 and serves in Barren and Metcalfe counties. This comes on the heels of his April 27th order

recusing himself from adoption cases involving gay parents. The judge said he issued the order so that adoption cases involving gay parents could be directed to another judge without causing delays. Another judge in the 43rd Circuit, Judge John Alexander, has said he is willing to preside over any adoption cases involving gay parents. The complaint alleges that Judge Nance is violating the Kentucky Code of Judicial Conduct. According to a spokesperson, once a complaint is filed, the commission

has 180 days to move forward with proceedings.

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A Hodgenville woman charged with manslaughter was found competent to stand trial and then sentenced to a year in prison last week. 60 year-old Lovie P. Skaggs appeared for a competency hearing May 12th in LaRue Circuit Court. Skaggs originally was indicted for second-degree manslaughter and first-degree criminal abuse by a LaRue County Grand Jury last July. The charges are a result of the neglect of her mother, Roby Skaggs, who was in her care and passed away on May 28th, 2016, according to reports. The penalties for both charges were five to 10 years each in prison. According to the indictment, Lovie Skaggs placed Ruby Skaggs, who was reportedly physically helpless, in a situation that caused serious physical injury, torture or cruel confinement. The indictment further states Lovie Skaggs allowed Ruby Skaggs to be in those situations and engaged in conduct which created a grave risk of death and thereby caused the death of Ruby Skaggs. During the hearing, Skaggs accepted a one-year plea deal. She had her second-degree manslaughter charge amended to reckless homicide and her first-degree criminal abuse charge amended to second-degree criminal abuse. The penalties for both charges were one to five years each in prison. The Commonwealth's Attorney Office recommended one year for each charge to run concurrently for a total of one year in jail.

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Thursday, May 18th, 2017

Search continues for two missing teens

The investigation continues in two separate cases of missing teenage girls in Leitchfield. On April 10th this year, 16 year-old Savanna Crawford told her mother she was going for a walk, but she never returned home. One month later, 17 year-old Haliey Mercer, of Leitchfield, disappeared. Leitchfield Police Detective Kevin Smith says they have been working with outside avenues for help, including the U S Secret Service and FBI, and have been utilizing the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. Smith also says there is no evidence that the two cases are related. If you have any information or have seen Savanna Crawford or Haliey Mercer, please call 911 or contact the Leitchfield Police Department at 270-259-3850.

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Thursday, May 18th, 2017

Green River College & Career Academy

3..25 million dollars has been awarded for a new Green River College & Career Academy Vocation School for Hart County and Caverma Schools locally. A delegation of school personnel and local business leaders appeared in Frankfort last Thursday to make an appeal for the new Vocational School. After the official announcement Wednesday, WLOC news spoke with Hart County School Supt. Ricky Line and Caverna Supt. Cornelius Faulkner. Construction for the new vocational school could start as early as this fall.

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Hart County Fiscal Court will meet on the 2nd floor of the courthouse at 9:00 a.m. New business includes: Discuss Green River College and Career Academy, Approve resolution for rubberized asphalt grant, approve bid specs for 2018 Solid Waste Truck and Approve Judge to sign agreement with KDOT.

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Hart County Board of Education meeting will be held Thursday night at 6:00 p.m. at Central Office. Several items are listed on the agenda for approval.

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Wednesday, May 17th, 2017

Two weekend arrests in Horse Cave

Horse Cave Police Officer L. D. Martin arrested a Cave City woman around 8 p.m. Saturday night. Officer Martin charged 32 year old Brandy McGaha with Careless Driving, Failure to wear a seatbelt, Improper Display of Registration Plates, Operating a

motor vehicle under the influence of Alcohol/Drugs Aggravating circumstances, Promoting Contraband, 1st degree,  ^{Possession of a controlled substance 1st degree 2nd offense (Methamphetamine), Trafficking in a controlled substance 1st degree, over 2 grams of Meth, and Drug Paraphernalia-Buy/Possess. Horse Cave Police Officer L. D. Martin arrested a Cave City Man around 5 a.m. Sunday morning. Officer Martin charged 53year old Eric Lawler with Public Intoxication-of a Controlled Substance, Prescription of a controlled substance not in proper container 1st degree, and Possession of a controlled substance 1st degree.}

Lawyer and McGaha were lodged in the Hart county Jail.

Wednesday, May 17th, 2017

Magnolia man arrested in Horse Cave

Horse Cave Police Chief Sean Henry and Horse Cave's newest police recruit K9 Sandy (Showtime) arrested a Magnolia man Tuesday around 5:00 p.m. Chief Henry charged 56 year-old Mark Caven with Failure to Wear Seatbelt, Careless Driving, Trafficking in a Controlled Substance (Meth) over 2 grams, Possession of a Controlled Substance (Meth) over 2 grams and Possession of Marijuana. Caven attempted to hide the odor of the drugs from Police K9 detection by using coffee grounds within the drugs packaging. However K9 Sandy located the drugs in a lock box. Caven was lodged in the Hart County Jail awaiting bond.

The Glasgow Police Department is warning the public that fake money is still being passed as real money. The money is marked "FOR MOTION PICTURE USE ONLY" on the front side and "MOTION PICTURE USE ONLY" printed along the top on the back. If you receive this as payment, please notify your local police agency. GPD wants to raise awareness due to the season and an increase in yard sales and other activities because the fake money could be used anywhere.

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Tuesday, May 16th, 2017

Abundance From the Hart Food Bank

From the Abundance of the Hart Food Bank, a certified member agency of Feeding America, will be distributing food in the gymnasium of the Munfordville Baptist Church to those who qualify Friday, May 19th, from 10:30 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Only one person per household can receive the food. To qualify for this program, you must:

1. Meet the household income eligibility guidelines provided by Feeding America.

2. Show proof that you live in Hart County.

3. Only receive commodities one time a month.

Those 60 years old and older can fill out an application for additional food from the Commodity Supplemental Food Program. Qualifications for this program are:

1. Show proof that you are 60 years old or older

2. Show proof that you live in Hart County.

3. Show proof of income for all members of your household.

4. Meet the household income eligibility guidelines provided by Feeding America.

Volunteer workers will need to arrive at 9:00 a.m. USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Tuesday, May 16th, 2017

Health Fair at Caverna Medical Center

The Medical Center at Caverna is hosting a Health Fair on Friday from 8:00 a.m. to noon. The Health Fair will be held at the Caverna Primary Care Clinic located behind the hospital. Many free health screenings will be available including lipid profile and blood sugar screening, depression screening, stroke screening and body fat analysis. In addition to the free screenings and important health information, refreshments and door prizes will also be included at the Medical Center at Caverna Health Fair.

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Tuesday, May 16th, 2017

Mammoth Cave National Park Safety

Superintendent Sarah Craighead announced the park will require river users to wear personal floatation devises (PFDs) at all times when on Green River or Nolin River within Mammoth Cave National Park. Floodplain camping will be restricted to the upper stretches of Green River in the park. The changing river conditions have caused park staff to initiate new river use guidance:

- River access is available at Dennison Ferry and Green River Ferry.

- Be alert for fallen trees, submerged trees and rocks and drifting debris.

- Alert the Green River Ferry operator as you approach by water, or before you launch from land.

- Plan ahead and prepare for your trip:

    Tell a friend your trip plans, including your expected return time.

    Use dry bags to protect personal items.

    Do not rely on your cell phone - service in the park is unreliable.

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Tuesday, May 16th, 2017

Break-in leads to two arrests

Two people were arrested in Barren County Sunday evening after a break-in.  At approximately 7:30 p.m., deputies responded to 291 Old Scottsville Loop in reference to a possible break in. Upon arriving deputies arrested 32 year-old John R. Evans, of Hiseville, and 23 year-old Brittany C. Likens, of Glasgow, after they were found inside the residence. Both were charged with Burglary 2nd Degree. In addition, Evans was charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance 1st degree, 3rd or more offense - (Methamphetamine), and Drug Paraphernalia Possession.  Both were lodged in the Barren County Jail.

Assault arrest in Barren County

A Barren County man was arrested Monday on assault charges. In the early morning hours Monday, deputies with the Barren County Sheriff's Office responded to a welfare check on Tick Ridge Road. While conducting the investigation, they made contact with Kaleb W. Harlow, who was intoxicated and was acting aggressively toward a family member as well as deputies on the scene.  During his arrest, Harlow assaulted two deputies. After being restrained, he was transported to the Barren County Jail and charged with Menacing, Resisting Arrest and two counts of Assault 3rd degree- Police Officer.
 

Tuesday, May 16th, 2017

Sentencing in Smiths Grove woman's death

A woman accused of murdering another woman in Smiths Grove last year has been sentenced on a guilty plea. Mary Thompson was charged in the death of Dealynn O'Connor. Police say shortly after being arrested Thompson admitted killing O'Connor. In addition to being sentenced for murder, Thompson was also sentenced on charges of fleeing and evading police, wanton endangerment, bail jumping and possession of a handgun all enhanced because she is a persistent felony offender. She was sentenced to 30 years on the various charges all to run concurrently plus seven years on previous convictions for a total of 37 years in prison.

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Tuesday, May 16th, 2017

Bardstown teenager dead; three arrested

Three people have been arrested and jailed in the shooting death of a Bardstown teenager just after midnight Monday. Bardstown police officers and sheriff's deputies were on the scene at the Five Star near the square in Bardstown where a man lay dead after he was shot a few blocks away. The body of 17 year-old Cameron Wes Williamson, a Bardstown Alternative School student, was found around 1:00 a.m. Monday at a Five Star Convenience store on West Stephen Foster Avenue about a block from the square. The Bardstown Police Department said its detectives, working in cooperation with the Campbellsville Police Department and other law-enforcement agencies, were able to locate, contact and arrest three "persons of interest" in Taylor County and return them Monday afternoon to Bardstown. The suspects have been identified as 21 year-old Shamontay Adams, 18 year-old Damion Paul Murphy and 19 year-old Alexis Gribbins. Adams was charged with murder and Murphy and Gribbins were charged with complicity to murder. All three were charged with first-degree robbery and were lodged in the Nelson County Detention Center.

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Monday, May 15th, 2017

Teachers and Administrators at Caverna Independent Schools are celebrating after a highly successful diagnostic review which moved the district from having 17 improvement priorities to only 3 priorities and determined District Leadership to have capacity in implementing best practices in education. The last Caverna Independent School District Diagnostic Review was conducted in 2014. The district was left with 17 improvement priorities that targeted 21 indicators and the district was found to not have capacity to address these priorities without state assistance. The 2017 diagnosic review team indicated that the leadership team at Caverna had addressed each of the 17 improvement priorities and has worked diligently to focus on improved student performance. The team found that the leadership team at Caverna had established many new processes at the district level and in each of the three schools to improve student performance and ensure systemic program improvements. Cornelius Faulkner, Superintendent, stated, "We showed growth in each of the 17 improvement priorities. We were excited to find we only had 3 improvement priorities from this review and that the district leadership was found to have capacity in being able to address these priorities. We are extremely proud of the hard work of the teachers and administrators and their commitment to our district."

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Monday, May 15th, 2017

Warren County female inmate recaptured

A Warren County female inmate has been recaptured after an escape. The Kentucky State Police Post 3 Bowling Green received a call from the Warren County Regional Jail Saturday night at approximately 11:53 p.m. in reference to a female that had escaped custody. Shortly after responding information was obtained that led the investigation to a residence on James Elkins Road in Warren County. The female escapee, 27 year-old Chelsea M. Minton, of Bowling Green, was located in the residence and taken back into custody without incident. Minton was lodged in the Warren County Regional Jail and charged with Escape, 2nd degree. The investigation is still ongoing.

The Barren County Sheriff's Office is continuing a death investigation. At 6:30 a.m. Saturday, a deputy responded to Old Scottsville Loop to assist Barren Metcalfe EMS. EMS had received reports of an unresponsive male, and found 37 year-old Scott Estes deceased at the home. There were no visible signs of foul play, or any specific cause of death. No drugs were found inside the home. Estes' body was taken to Louisville for an autopsy.

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Monday, May 15th, 2017

A 30 year-old Bonnieville man has been arrested by the Hart County Sheriff's Office. Hart County Sheriff Boston Hensley, Deputy Derick Murphy and Constable Dennis Amos arrested 30 year-old Paul A. Buckner, of Bonnieville, Thursday, on a Hart County Grand Jury Indictment for bail jumping 1st degree, a Hart County Bench Warrant for original charges of Possession of a Controlled Substance, 1st degree, 1st offense methamphetamine, trafficking in a controlloed substance, 1st degree, 1st offense less than 2 grams methamphetamine, drug paraphernalia buy/possess, tampering with physical evidence and prescription of a controlled substance not in proper container, 1st offense. Also, a Hart County Criminal Warrant for fleeing or evading police, 2nd degree, on foot. Buckner was lodged in the Hart County Jail in lieu of a $100,000 cash bond.

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Monday, May 15th, 2017

One person was stat flighted from a two-vehicle accident Saturday in Hardyville. The Kentucky State Police Post 3 Bowling Green received a call Sunday around 2:41 p.m. of a two vehicle injury collision at the intersection of 31-E and Hardyville Road in Hart County. The preliminary investigation indicated that 44 year-old Jessie Dawson, of Greensburg, was operating a 2001 Ford pickup and traveling westbound on Hwy 88 when he entered 31-E without seeing a northbound 2015 Chevrolet pickup that was being operated by 40 year-old Stephen Carroll, of Canmer. The vehicles collided in the northbound lane of US 31-E where Mr. Dawson's pickup overturned. Jessie Dawson was airlifted to the University of Louisville Hospital for multiple injuries. The investigation is still ongoing and being led by Master Trooper Timmy Jewell. He was assisted on the scene by Hart County EMS, Hardyville Fire Department, and Air Methods.

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Tuesday, May 9th, 2017

Bowling Green Teen Pleads Guilty In Shooting

A Bowling Green teen indicted for shooting another man in the head last year has pled guilty to a lesser charge. Cameron Buckner pleaded guilty in Warren Circuit Court Monday to second degree assault. His original charges were for first degree assault and wanton endangerment. Buckner pleaded guilty to shooting Mason South in the head in Bowling Green on August 9, 2016. A witness said Buckner and South began fighting over whether Bowling Green or South Warren had the better football team. Police believe that a fight led to the shooting. The Warren County Commonwealth Attorney is seeking a 10 year prison sentence for Buckner. His sentencing is set for June 12th.

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Tuesday, May 9th, 2017

Three Arrested By Horse Cave Police

Horse Cave Police Officer L.D. Martin arrested three people from Jackson, Kentucky on Sunday morning around 7:00 a.m. Officer Martin charged 42 year old April Taulbee with Theft by Unlawful Taking, Disorderly Conduct and Public Intoxication. 27year old Morgan Landrum was charged with Public Intoxication and Disorderly Conduct 2nd degree. 53 year old Robin Little was charged with Operating a Motor Vehicle Under Alcohol/Drugs and Failure to Produce an Insurance Card. Officer Martin was assisted by Horse Cave Police Chief Sean Henry.

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Tuesday, May 9th, 2017

^{Park City Man Arrested On Drug Charges}

^{At approximately 11:53 p.m. on Sunday night, Deputy Rodney Sponhouse responded to Bardstown Road in Park City in reference to a welfare check on a subject passed out inside a vehicle. During arriving, Deputy Sponhouse located Justin A. Overfelt, 30 of Park City inside the vehicle. During the investigation, Deputy Sponhouse located suspected black tar heroin along with a Xanax pill on Overfelt. Several needles were also located inside the vehicle. Overfelt was arrested and charged with Possession of a Controlled SUbstance 1st degree and Possession of a Controlled Substance 3rd degree. He was lodged in the Barren County Jail.}

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Tuesday, May 9th, 2017

Horse Cave Man Arrested By Cave City Police

A 19 year old Horse Cave man was arrested by Cave City Police on Sunday. Officer Michael Stevenson observed a black Lincoln Continental traveling west on Happy Valley Street with cancelled registration plates. After the traffic stop, the vehicle turned and parked in the Cracker Barrel parking lot almost striking another vehicle. Upon making contact with the driver, Officer Stevenson immediately detected a strong odor of marijuana. After a brief investigation, James Biggs, 19 of Horse Cave was arrested. Biggs was charges with no registration plates, no registration receipt, license to be in possession, possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia, operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol or drugs 1st offense and failure to notify address change to the Department of Transportation. Biggs was lodged in the Barren County Detention Center.

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Tuesday, May 9th, 2017

^{Man Arrested By Cave City Police Saturday Afternoon}

^{On Saturday around 4:30 p.m., Officer Tim Highbaugh initiated a traffic stop on a white Honda passenger car. The drive of the vehicle was identified as Justin Stewart. After a brief investigation it was determined that Steward was in violation of a Kentucky Domestic Violence Order. Upon this finding, Stewart fled on foot and was later apprehended. Stewart was charged with Violation of a Kentucky EPO/DVO, Fleeing and Evading on Foot 2nd degree (police officer), Resisting Arrest and Disorderly Conduct 2nd degree. Stewart was lodged in the Barren County Detention Center without further incident.}

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Friday, May 5th, 2017

Cave City man arrested for drugs

A traffic stop Wednesday in Cave City led to the arrest of a Cave City man.  Just after 7 p.m., Officer Reynolds with the Cave City Police Department, observed a vehicle swerving on south 31-W. The officer conducted a traffic stop and with the help of his K-9, located drug parphernalia inside the vehicle. 29 year-old Kennedy Martin was arrested and charged with Operating a motor vehicle under the influence of drugs, possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia. Martin was lodged in the Barren County Jail. Officer Reynolds was assisted by Officer Michael Stevenson and the Barren County Sheriff's Department.

An Edmonson County man has been arrested and charged in several local burglaries. On Wednesday at approximately 6:00pm the Barren County Sheriff’s Office arrested 46 year-old Stephen L. Grider, of Brownsville, following an investigation into several burglaries that has occurred over the last week. On Sunday the BCSO responded to two burglaries in the NoBob area at Amish residences. On Monday, KSP responded to another Amish residence in the Railton community also in reference to a burglary. On Wednesday the Allen County Sheriff’s Office worked a similar burglary in the western part of Allen County. Later on Wednesday KSP, BCSO, and the ACSO located Grider at a residence on Oak Hill School Road. After finding items taken during these burglaries Grider was arrested and charged with Burglary 1st degree, two counts of Burglary 2nd degree, Possession of a Controlled Substance, 1st degree, Possession of a Controlled Substance, 3rd degree, and Possession of Marijuana.  He was lodged in the Barren County Jail. 

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At approximately 9:15am Wednesday morning the Barren County Sheriff’s Office responded to an injury accident on Mt. Pleasant Road. Anita Hollingsworth 42 of Glasgow was traveling north when her vehicle collided head on with a 2005 International driven by Matthew Dill 29 of Glasgow. Dill was traveling southbound as the two vehicles met in a curve. Hollingsworth was flown from the scene by helicopter to Vanderbilt University Hospital for treatment of injuries sustained in the accident. Deputy Chris Wyatt is investigating.

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Friday, May 5th, 2017

Murder Indictment for Glasgow man

The Hart County Grand Jury has returned an indictment for murder on a Glasgow man. The deadly shooting that occurred last year at a residence located at 507 North Jackson Highway, at Hardyville, was presented again to a Hart County Grand Jury this week, after 57 year-old Christopher Holder succumbed to injuries sustained from the initial gunshot wound, which occurred on November 23rd, 2016. An indictment was returned on 53 year-old Albert E. Stephens, of Glasgow, charging him with one count of murder. Stephens was arrested and served the Hart County Indictment warrant by Troopers with Kentucky State Police, Post 3. He was lodged in the Barren County Detention Center and transported by the Hart County Sheriff's Office to the Hart County Jail. The investigation is ongoing and being led by Detective Jeremy Hodges.

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Thursday, May 4th, 2017

Hart County Grand Jury Returned 18 Indictments

The Hart County Grand Jury met this week and returned 18 indictments. 45 year old Jason Bothe of Glasgow indicted on 5 counts of drug related charges. 40 year old Wayne T. Kersey of Linwood indicted on 2 counts of drug related charges. 23 year old Joseph Atkinson of Munfordville indicted on 7 counts of trafficking, possession, operating a motor vehicle under the influence, operating on a suspended license and careless driving. 53 year old Curtis Schmdt of Louisville indicted on 2 counts of theft by unlawful taking. 38 year old Christopher Wayne Burgess of Fountain Run indicted on 5 counts of drug charges, disorderly conduct, public intoxication and indecent exposure. 32 year old Heather Carpenter of Munfordville indicted on flagrant non-support. 36 year old Jerriquez Howard of Horse Cave indicted on 2 counts of drug related charges. 29 year old Charles R. Calhoun of Munfordville indicted on 4 counts of drug charges. 32 year old Gary O’Neal of Horse Cave indicted on 3 counts, 3^rd degree rape, unlawful transaction with a minor and sodomy 3^rd degree. 41 year old Jeremy Wilkerson of Jonesville indicted on 4 counts unlawful imprisonment, wanton endangerment, assault and persistent felony offender. 36 year old Rex Randall Crockett of Hardyville indicted on 1 count failure to comply with sex offender registry. 38 year old Andraeus Curry of Horse Cave indicted on flagrant non-support. 40 year old Melissa Hornberger of Munfordville indicted on 2 counts of drug charges. 31 year old William Rice of Bonnieville indicted on 1 count sexual abuse 1^st degree. 43 year old Garry Terry of Magnolia indicted 2 counts 2^nd degree burglary and receiving stolen property. 37 year old Joseph Mathes of Hardyville 1 count flagrant non-support. 39 year old Curtis Jackson of Canmer indicted on 1 count impersonating a police officer. 26 year old Roger Buckner of Horse Cave indicted on 3 counts drug related charges.

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Thursday, May 4th, 2017

Congratulations to Debra Dudley, President of Oscarware, Inc. Debra was awarded the SBA Small Business Person of the Year National 1st Runner-up Award. She was recognized at the National Small Business Awards Program in Washington, DC on May 1st. Oscarware, Inc. is a family-owned manufacturing business founded in 1989 by Debra and Reg Dudley. The company now has 32 employees and manufactures grill toppers and outdoor cooking gadgets, all made in Kentucky.

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After waiting over tow years for Dalton Hayes' trial, the man who's accused of several crimes while crossing statelines with the 13 year-old minor, the jury found Hayes not guilty of second degree rape. The trial for Dalton Hayes continued into day two on Wednesday. Hayes was originally charged with second degree rape and custodial interference. Over two years ago, Hayes was a runaway teen accused of multiple crimes in several places after two weeks on the run with a minor. Hayes and the 13 year-old girl were found in January 2015 in panama City Beach, Florida. The minor testified in the case saying she did have sex with Hayes back in 2014 at his mother's home. The minor also stated that Hayes knew her age when the crime happened back in November 2014. The minor was 13 at the time while Hayes was 18.

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The first took place 45 years ago, involving drugs, deception, corruption and death. It was July 28th, 1972 when 31 year-old Larry Stinson Key was killed. A year earlier, he had been busted by an undercover cop for dealing meth. And in exchange for a lighter sentence he agreed to testify against the others involved. He was even offered protection by the feds, but Key's family believes he was shot and killed at the Glendale exit ramp off I-65 in Hardin County to keep him from testifying. And as a result, the investigation never took place.

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Barren County Grand Jury indictments

A recent session of the Barren County Grand Jury resulted in several indictments: 19 year old Tristian Felty, of Glasgow, was indicted on one count of Burglary and 39 year old Heather Slater, of Glasgow, will face one count of Complicity to Burglary. Both were indicted on one count of Theft by Unlawful Taking $500 or more but under $10,000.

31 year-old Joshua Dale Cougar, of Glasgow, was indicted for Burglary, Criminal Mischief, Theft By Unlawful Taking and Persistent Felony Offender.

37 year-old Justin Hunt, of Glasgow, was indicted for Manufacturing Methamphetamine, Drug Paraphernalia Buy/Possess, Operating on a DUI Suspended License and Failure of Owner To Maintain Required Insurance.

50 year-old Timothy Slayton, of Glasgow, was indicted on six counts of Forgery, one count each of Theft By Unlawful Taking and Persistent Felony Offender.

31 year-old Samantha Dial, of Glasgow, was indicted on two counts: Trafficking In A Controlled Substance and Tampering With Physical Evidence.

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A Smiths Grove man is in critical condition after a fatal crash that occurred over the weekend in Glasgow. In the two-vehicle crash at New Bowling Green Road and Veterans Outer Loop that claimed the life of 24 year-old Dustin Matthews, the driver of the other vehicle has been identified as 18 year-old Jeremiah Marsh. Marsh has been listed in critical condition at Vanderbilt Medical Center. A passenger in Matthews vehicle, 18 year-old Bailey S. Chapman, of Glasgow, was treated and released after the crash. The cause of the collision is still under investigation.

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Wednesday, May 3rd, 2017

National Day of Prayer Thursday

The National Day of Prayer Observance will be held at the Hart County Court House at 12:00 noon on Thursday, May 4th. For more information, contact David Shepherd at 270-537-3880.

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Wednesday, May 3rd, 2017

Cave City Chamber Radio/TV auction

The Cave City Chamber of Commerce Radio/TV Auction will continue this evening and Thursday evening from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. on SCRTC Channel 6 and EPB Channel 6 and simulcast on WLOC/1150AM and WLOC/101.7FM. For more information, call 270-646-2199 or 270-528-2199.

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Wednesday, May 3rd, 2017

Grayson County rape case

The trial of Dalton Hayes, accused of second-degree rape, began on Tuesday in Grayson County Circuit Court. Hayes was a runaway teenager accused of multiple crimes in several places after two weeks on the run with a minor. The pair were eventually found in January of 2015 in Panama City Beach, Florida. Hayes was 18 years old at the time. Day one of the trial was focused on jury selection. In the late afternoon, the jury was able to hear very brief opening arguments from both the Commonwealth and the defense, and some witness testimony, one of whom was the minor involved in the case.

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Wednesday, May 3rd, 2017

Glasgow man jailed after crash

A Glasgow man is in jail after a four-vehicle crash. The Glasgow Police Department responded to the scene at the intersection of S L Roger Wells Blvd where they found the driver of a passenger car, 22 year-old Summer Hadley. She had been traveling at a high rate of speed and collided with three other vehicles before crossing the Blvd and striking an embankment. A passenger in Hadley's car, 31 year-old Brandon Linhart, of Glasgow was air lifted to U of L Hospital for injuries. The other two passengers were not hurt. Several people in the other vehicles were injured, including 71 year-old George Woodson, of Glasgow. He was also air lifted to U of L Hospital. Ms. Hadley was treated and released at T. J. Samson Hospital and then arrested. She's been indicted on two counts of Assault, 2nd degree, 7 counts of Wanton Endangerment and three counts of Criminal Mischief. Hadley is currently in the Barren County Detention Center with bail set at $25,000.

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Wednesday, May 3rd, 2017

Glasgow man sentenced for manslaughter

A Glasgow man has been sentenced to eight years in prison for manslaughter. According to the Barren County Circuit Court Clerk's Office, Timmy Hudgins was also sentenced for wanton endangerment, a DUI, driving on a suspended or revoked license and possession of drug paraphernalia. According to officials, back in September, Hudgins was involved in a fatal wreck that claimed the life of a Cave City woman. Police say Hudgins was driving when he ran off the road and two passengers were thrown from the car. One died at the scene. Officials say Hudgins admitted to using meth before the accident.

Wednesday, May 3rd, 2017

New director for ambulance service

Barren Metcalfe Ambulance Service now has a new director. Charlie O’Neil, a Hopkinsville native, accepted the offer from the Ambulance Board of Directors and began his new job Monday.  Along with a previous EMS Director position, he was also the Deputy Director and Director of the Kentucky Board of Emergency Management Services and was the Deputy Director of Operations for Kentucky Emergency Management. O’Neil says one of the first things he will address is the financial issues of the service.

Tuesday, May 2nd, 2017

Man sentenced in woman's death

One of two men convicted in March of kidnapping a Warren County woman in 2016 from as Radcliff mobile home is facing formal sentencing today in Hardin Circuit Court. 37 year-old Marc Daniel McCoy, of Louisville, received a recommended sentence of 20 years in prison after he was convicted March 25th of kidnapping, first-degree assault and theft by unlawful taking of more than $500. McCoy, a married father of three, must serve 17 years before he is parole eligible. During a three day trial for him and 20 year-old Trevor Dalton Brown, Jr., of Elizabethtown, McCoy testified "things just got out of control." 51 year-old Dealynn O'Connor, of Smiths Grove, was beaten, wrapped in a bed sheet and driven in her car to the Matthew E. Welsh Bridge between Meade County and Indiana where she was told to jump in the Ohio River. When she refused, Brown stabbed her four times in various parts of her body. According to testimony, McCoy drove O'Connor's vehicle to the bridge. The jury recommended a 40 year sentence for Brown, who would be parole eligible after serving 20 years. He was convicted of complicity to kidnapping with serious physical injury, first-degree robbery and attempted murder for stabbing O'Connor. Brown will be sentenced May 9th in Hardin Circuit Court.

Tuesday, May 2nd, 2017

Cave City Police make Felony assault arrest

Cave City Police Sergeant James Roberts arrested 55 year old Donald Huddleston, of Cave City, on Monday afternoon on a

warrant for Assault 2nd degree domestic violence. The arrest came from a incident that occurred on 04/21/2017 on Green

Acres Drive in Cave City where a female is being treated for serious physical injury to her back. Huddleston was lodged in

the Barren County Jail. Sergeant Roberts was assisted on scene by Chief Terrill Riley.

Munfordville City Council met on Monday, May 1st, at City Hall.  The council heard a report from Joe Bailey of Wastewater Management concerning the water/sewer Ordinance, there will be a first reading on it at next months meeting.

The first reading of Ordinance 001-17 (Budget for 2017-18) and the first reading of Ordinance 002-17 (Budget amendment for 2016-17) were held.  A Proclamation was read declaring May as Older Americans Month. The Council heard committee reports from Tourism Director Coni Shepherd, she said that Munfordville is now a certified Ky Trail Town.

Mayor Freeman reported that City Clerk Rita Sims would be retiring on August 1st and City Hall had 15 applications turned in for the new clerks position, after reviewing each application, it was narrowed down to 4 people and Macy McDowell, Jennifer Jones, Rita Sims, and Mayor Freeman interviewed each person. It was then determined that Debbie Self Batliner, a native of Hart County and the current City Clerk in Simpsonville with 17 years experience, was the most qualified for the position. The council then set her salary based on her years and experience as City Clerk. A reception will be held for her at a later date. The Council heard reports from the Fire and Police Department. The City of Munfordville sends out their condolences to the family of Dustin Matthews, a Munfordville Firefighter who lost his life in an accident last Saturday morning in Glasgow.

A 43 year-old Elizabethtown man was arrested Friday afternoon for allegedly setting what Elizabethtown police called "three suspicious fires." All three fires occurred within a time frame of about three weeks in the area of Central Avenue and East Brown Street. A statement issued by the police department said a fire was ignited on the front lawn of a residence at 309 1/2 Central Avenue, but burned itself out before reaching the structure. Three weeks later, on April 15th, a fire was set to the same residence eventually engulfing and destroying the unoccupied home. A couple of days later, a structure at 210 E. Brown St., also unoccupied at the time was set ablaze and destroyed. After investigating the fires, EPD detectives determined the fires had been intentionally set and identified 43 year-old David Dudgeon as a prime suspect. He has been arrested and charged with three counts of second-degree arson. Dudgeon, who resided on Mulberry Street, confessed to setting all three fires using a cigarette lighter. For safety reasons, both structures have been demolished. Second-degree arson is a Class B felony that, if convicted, each count carries a sentence of 10 to 20 years. Dudgeon was lodged in the Hardin County Detention Center.