Irish Hills Founder Reflects on 50 Years in Knox Weekly News

Knox Weekly News sat down with Bill Barbour Sr. He talks about buying a course with no irrigation on the greens, ten three wheel carts, and one employee.

He talks about the neighbors and friends who helped build the back nine, and about Helen Lanning offering the land next door that made 18 holes possible. He also talks about treating the teenagers who worked here like family.

Read the full story: Irish Hills founder reflects on 50 years of family, community and growth (Knox Weekly News, August 3, 2026)

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