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Snapshot of Glasgow-Barren County


Barren County Courthouse
The Barren County Chamber of Commerce staff, from left: Ernie Myers, executive vice president; Gayle Meek, administrative assistant; Becky Reece, administrative assistant; and Ann Stewart, director of marketing and tourism.

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Community Overview
With its rolling farmland, excellent health care, affordable housing, quality education and abundant cultural and recreational opportunities, it's no surprise that the Progressive Farmer named Barren County, Ky. one of the "Best Places to Live in Rural America" in 2008.

Population

County Population: 41,184
City Population: 14,107

Climate

July High Temperature: 91
January Low Temperature: 26

Climate Overview
Glasgow and Barren County have warm summers and cold winters, with the average annual temperature reaching 59.2 degrees. Barren County averages 48.49 inches of annual rainfall and 11 inches of annual snowfall.

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Schools

  • From secondary to higher education, Barren County's schools are top-notch. The county has four separate school systems and one private school. And with Western Kentucky University offering a Glasgow campus, getting a degree is more convenient.
Educational Makeup
Schools and Higher Education Links
Barren River Area Alternative School
  • 629 W. Cherry St.
    Glasgow, Kentucky 42141
  • (270) 651-3804

Barren Academy of Virtual & Expanded Learning
  • 202 W. Washington St.
    Glasgow, Kentucky 42141
  • (270) 651-3787

Temple Hill Elementary School
  • 8788 Tompkinsville Rd.
    Glasgow, Kentucky 42141
  • (270) 427-2611

Red Cross Elementary School
  • 215 Parkview Dr.
    Glasgow, Kentucky 42141
  • (270) 659-2400

Barren County High School
  • 507 Trojan Trail
    Glasgow, Kentucky 42141
  • (270) 651-6315

Barren County Christian School
  • 815 Columbia Ave.
    Glasgow, Kentucky 42141
  • (270) 651-5352

Eastern Elementary School
  • 4601 New Salem Rd.
    Glasgow, Kentucky 42141
  • (270) 678-2722

South Green Elementary School
  • 300 James T. Rogers Dr.
    Glasgow, Kentucky 42141
  • (270) 651-3806

Highland Elementary School
  • 164 Scottie Way
    Glasgow, Kentucky 42141
  • (270) 659-0432

Glasgow Christian Academy
  • 600 Calvary Dr.
    Glasgow, Kentucky 42141
  • (270) 651-7729

Glasgow High School
  • 1601 Columbia Ave.
    Glasgow, Kentucky 42141
  • (270) 651-8801

Glasgow Middle School
  • 105 Scottie Dr.
    Glasgow 42141ke
  • (270) 651-2256
Student Population Stats
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Health Care

  • T.J. Samson Community Hospital is a 196-bed acute care facility with a medical staff of over 60 physicians who, with over 700 hospital employees, provide a complete range of medical services from family practice, pediatrics, and obstetrical care to specialty care such as orthopedics, cardiology and gastroenterology. Glasgow is also home to 12 dentists, 6 optometrists and 12 pharmacies. Four long-term care facilities can serve approximately over 450 patients in the Barren County area.
Medical Makeup
Facilities
T.J. Samson Community Hospital
  • 1301 N. Race St.
    Glasgow, Kentucky 42141
  • (270) 651-4444
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Neighborhoods

  • Barren County offers affordable land and home prices and a variety of housing options and styles, giving residents more for their money.
Real Estate Information
Home Turnover Percentage14.7 percent
Four-Bedroom Rent$770
Three-Bedroom Rent$609
Two-Bedroom Rent$455
One-Bedroom Rent$386
Average Mortgage Payment$552
Average Home Price$75,900
Utilities
Glasgow Electric Plant Board
  • 100 Mallory Dr.
    Glasgow, Kentucky 42141
  • (270) 834-1061
  • GEPB also provides Internet services.
  • Electric
Natural Gas of Kentucky Inc.
  • 3620 Rockland Mills Rd.
    Center, Kentucky 42214
  • (270) 565-4747
  • Gas
South Central Rural Telephone
  • 1399 Happy Valley Rd., P.O. Box 159
    Glasgow, Kentucky 42141
  • (270) 678-2111
  • Phone
Glasgow Water Company
  • 126 E. Public Sq., Ste. 101
    Glasgow, Kentucky 42141
  • (250) 652-3727
  • Water
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Business Climate

  • Barren County sits halfway between Louisville, Ky. (90 miles) and Nashville, Tenn. (90 miles). Its central location provides one-day access to major markets in the Southeast and Midwest. Barren County has historically been a manufacturing center for this region. It has a high concentration of manufacturers and manufacturing employment, with over forty companies ranging from 20 to 1,300 employees.
Economic Resources
Glasgow Barren County Industrial Development & Economic Authority
  • 200 S. Green St.
    Glasgow, Kentucky 42142
  • (270) 651-6314
Glasgow - Barren County Chamber of Commerce
  • 118 E. Public Sq.
    Glasgow, Kentucky 42141
  • (270) 651-3161
Transportation
Bowling Green-Warren County Regional Airport
  • 1000 Woodhurst St.
    Bowling Green, Kentucky 42103
  • (270) 842-7245
  • (about 35 miles from Glasgow)
Glasgow Transit System
  • 310 W. Front St.
    Glasgow, Kentucky 42141
  • (270) 629-4848
Industrial Sites
Glasgow Barren County Industrial Development And Economic Authority
  • 200 S. Green St., Ste. 301
    Glasgow, Kentucky 42141
  • (270) 651-6314
  • Visit the IDEA's Web site to search available sites and buildings.
Media
WNKY 40 NBC
    WBKO 13 ABC
      The Glasgow Daily Times
      • 100 Commerce Dr.
        Glasgow, Kentucky 42142
      • (270) 678-5171
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      Resources

      Senior Resources
      Three Score Club - Lera B. Mitchell Clubhouse
      • 1214 S. Green St.
        Glasgow, Kentucky 42141
      • (270) 651-6641
      Volunteer Opportunities
      Volunteer Opportunities in Glasgow
        Habitat for Humanity of Glasgow Barren Co. Inc.
        • P.O. Box 186
          Glasgow, Kentucky 42141
        • (270) 629-5775
        Local Resources
        Department of Motor Vehicles
        • 117-1A N. Public Sq.
          Glasgow, Kentucky 42141
        • (270) 651-5200
        Fiscal Court Clerk/Finance Officer
        • 117 N. Public Sq., Ste. 3A
          Glasgow, Kentucky 42141
        • (270) 651-3338
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        Culture

        • With its rolling farmland, excellent health care, affordable housing, quality education and abundant cultural and recreational opportunities, it's no surprise that the Progressive Farmer named Barren County, Ky. one of the "Best Places to Live in Rural America" in 2008.
        Arts and Culture
        Plaza Theatre
        • 115 E. Main St.
          Glasgow, Kentucky 42141
        • (270) 361-2101
        Arts and Antiques
        • 207 W. Main St.
          Glasgow, Kentucky 42141
        • (270) 651-9789
        Kentucky Art and Custom Framing
        • 100 Lenna Dr.
          Glasgow, Kentucky 42141
        • (270) 629-3934
        South Central Kentucky Cultural Center
        • 200 W. Water St.
          Glasgow, Kentucky 42141
        • (270) 651-9792
        Recreation Opportunities
        Barren County Family YMCA
        • One YMCA Way
          Glasgow, Kentucky 42141
        • (270) 651-9622
        Fishing in Glasgow-Barren County
          Golf Courses in Glasgow-Barren County
            Glasgow Recreation Department
            • 309 S. Liberty St.
              Glasgow, Kentucky 42141
            • (270) 651-3811
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            Community Link
              Dining
              Dining Link
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                Guide to Services

                • Looking for a financial institution, Realtor, or health-care provider? Looking for other goods and services in Glasgow-Barren County?
                Accommodations
                Four Seasons Country Inn
                Four Seasons Country Inn
                Business Services
                American Materials Inc
                Bluegrass Cellular
                Glasgow Filter Products
                Lakeside Recycling Inc.
                Construction
                Scott, Murphy & Daniel
                Scott, Murphy & Daniel LLC
                Education
                Bowling Green Technical College
                Glasgow Independent Schools
                Bowling Green Technical College
                Glasgow Independent Schools
                Financial
                BB&T
                Citizens First
                BB&T
                Citizens First Bank
                PBI Bank
                Rowland Insurance Agency Inc.
                Government
                Glasgow-Barren County Tourist Commission
                City of Glasgow
                Health Care
                Gilman P. Peterson, Jr, MD
                T.J. Samson Community Hospital
                Gilman P. Peterson, Jr. MD
                Highland Ridge Assisted Living-Companion Care
                T.J. Samson Community Hospital
                T.J. Samson Family Medicine Center
                Manufacturing
                Alcan Composites
                Recreation
                Barren County Family YMCA
                Barren County Family YMCA
                Glasgow-Barren Co Tourist Commission
                Plaza Theatre
                Technology
                Bluegrass Cellular