Edmonson News

01/16/2026

Cats vs. Tigers By Editor | January 16, 2026 | 0 #14 Jonah Massey dodges Breckinridge County players.     Aleah Briones Intern Reporter On December 30th, Edmonson County High School hosted its annual Caveland Classics Basketball Games, proudly sponsored by the restaurants Rafferteys and Double Dog...

01/16/2026

Barr Meets with Edmonson County Officials to Address Water Infrastructure, Park Policy, and Transportation Concerns By Editor | January 16, 2026 | 0 Congressman Andy Barr says hello to Alex Ulm and Jeanne Patton. PHOTO | Lynn Bledsoe     Lynn Bledsoe Gimlet Managing Editor   EDMONSON COUNTY, Ky. ...

01/16/2026

❄️ Edmonson County — will we see snow? ❄️

The National Weather Service is tracking snow showers Friday night into Saturday for our area. While chances for heavy accumulation are low, brief bursts of snow could bring a dusting and slick spots, especially late Friday night and early Saturday.

Cold temperatures are expected to linger into early next week.
👉 What do you think, Edmonson County?

Will we see snow on the ground — or just cold air? Drop your guess in the comments!

Edmonson County Chamber of Commerce Blue Holler Offroad Park

01/14/2026

ROGER BOWMAN BUCHANAN

BROWNSVILLE, Ky.- Roger Bowman Buchanan, 71, of Wingfield passed away Jan. 8, 2026 at his home.

The Edmonson County native was a recycling salvage collector and a member of Wingfield United Baptist Church. Roger enjoyed hunting, fishing and his cats. He was a son of the late H. V. Buchanan and Dephia Simmons Buchanan. He was preceded in death by a sister, Peggy Sullivan and two brothers, J. V. Buchanan and Jimmy Buchanan.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM at Gravil Funeral Home. Visitation will begin at 10:00 AM Monday. Burial will take place in Wingfield Cemetery.

Surviving are a brother, Billy Buchanan of Wingfield; four nieces, Pam Hopper, Amanda Hopper and Anna Majors all of Wingfield and Brandi Logsdon (Robbie) of Roundhill; and two nephews, Darrell Buchanan (Trina) and Seth Morales both of Wingfield.

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01/13/2026

01/09/2026

Christmas Night Tragedy Turns Into a Miracle Rescue By Editor | January 9, 2026 | 0 Daisy trapped inside the cave. PHOTO | Submitted     Special to The Edmonson News   ***The following is a community interest story provided by Dillon Beckner to the Edmonson News.***   On December 25, around 9:00...

01/09/2026

Cave Country Trails to Host Public Workshops By Editor | January 9, 2026 | 0     Staff Report Cave Country Trails, Inc. will host public workshops in January and February to gather input on plans highlighting the Kentucky portion of the historic John Muir 1,000 Mile Walk to the Gulf. The project f...

01/09/2026

We appreciate our law enforcement.

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01/09/2026

January 27 meeting 302 Main Street Brownsville, KY

01/08/2026

House Bill seeks return of driver’s license services to counties

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FRANKFORT — Legislation filed in the Kentucky House of Representatives aims to restructure the state’s driver’s license system by returning issuance and renewal services to individual counties.

House Bill 162 would end Kentucky’s current regional driver’s license office model, which supporters say has resulted in long wait times, overcrowded offices, and increased travel burdens for residents across the Commonwealth.

The bill has multiple cosponsors, including Representatives Felicia Rabourn, Steve Doan, Candy Massaroni, Mark Hart, Josh Calloway, Richard White, Ryan Dotson, Thomas Huff, Peyton Griffee, TJ Roberts, Steve Bratcher and puctured Savannah Maddox.

Supporters of the legislation note that for decades driver’s licenses were issued at the county level by circuit clerks, a system they say provided more accessible and efficient service, particularly for rural communities. They argue the regional model has reduced local accountability and access to essential services.

House Bill 162 will be considered during the current legislative session.

Savannah Maddox The Times Journal Butler County Banner/Green River Republican

01/07/2026

Pam Poynter, age 61, of Glasgow, departed this life at home, with her family by her side, on Monday, January 5, 2026. A Barren County native, she was born on February 21, 1964, to the late Harold Thomas Esters, Sr., and Elizabeth Pauline Fields. She was married to her devoted husband, Doug, who survives her.
Pam was the very definition of a nurturer, living out her calling through many years of devoted service as a nurse in local hospitals. She cared for others with gentleness, patience, and unwavering compassion, always placing their needs before her own. Proverbs 31:10–12 so beautifully reflects the life she lived: “Who can find a virtuous woman? for her price is far above rubies. The heart of her husband doth safely trust in her, so that he shall have no need for spoil. She will do him good and not evil all the days of her life.” Pam embodied these words through her faithfulness, strength, and selfless love.
She had a heart of gold and a spirit that radiated kindness, touching everyone blessed enough to know her. In her quieter moments, Pam found joy in scrapbooking cherished memories, watching God’s magnificent sunrises and sunsets, and traveling to see the beauty of His creation. Above all else, her greatest joys were her deep love for her church family and the precious role she cherished most—being “Nana” to her beloved grandchildren. Pam was a member of Coral Hill Baptist Church, where her love for the Lord and for others was clearly evident. Her legacy is one of love, faith, service, and compassion—a legacy that will continue to live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.
Besides her husband, Doug, she leaves to honor her memory— her children, Rachel Renner (Torey) of Glasgow, Josh Poynter of Lucas and Jacob Poynter (Alyssa) of Scottsville; her grandchildren, Aubrey Massey, Clayton Cross, Waylon Carmen, Tucker Massey, Courtney Poynter, Paxton Poynter, Zella Poynter, Zoey Poynter and Denver Poynter, and her sister, Hope Atnip (Charles). She was also preceded in death by her daughter-in-law, Courtney Poynter, and siblings, Linda Marie Billa, Belinda Thomas Miller and Harold Thomas Esters, Jr.
The interment will be in Glasgow Municipal Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to: Courtney Poynter Scholarship Fund.
VISITATION
3—7 PM, Friday, January 9, 2026
9—11 AM, Saturday, January 10, 2026
Patton Funeral Home Cave City Chapel
FUNERAL SERVICE
11 AM, Saturday, January 10, 2026
Patton Funeral Home Cave City Chapel