Summer reading activities were in full swing Thursday morning as students created planet bath bombs in the children's room of the Corbin Public Library. Students with help from library staff and their parents added ingredients and food coloring to create the perfect summer soak. | Photos by …
CORBIN — As the moon becomes full this weekend the traffic is likely to be a little heavier on the roadways in Whitley County, specifically the road the locals call “Falls Highway,” as community members and tourists alike head toward Highway 90 to their destination.
Marsy’s Law, a measure that would have amended the state constitution to provide additional rights for crime victims, was ruled as invalid Thursday by the Kentucky Supreme Court due to the manner in which the proposed amendment was presented on voters’ November 2018 ballots.
CORBIN — Seasons Restaurant decided to keep it simple with their Old Fashioned Burger for Burger Week, but a small twist is what sets it apart from just any ol' burger.
CORBIN — If you’d like some inspiring new ways to cook up your fresh local produce, the Whitley County Farmers’ Market is offering an event you’ll want to put on the calendar.
CORBIN — Si Señor Mexican Restaurant may be known for its Big Fat Burrito, but this week it has been full of customers seeking the special Si Señor Burger for Burger Week.
The Laurel County Sheriff's Office is conducting a death investigation after a body was found burned Friday morning in Laurel County.
LONDON — Kimberly Jones, a former pharmacist in Williamsburg, was sentenced to 78 months in federal prison yesterday, by U.S. District Judge Gregory Van Tatenhove, for unlawful distribution of controlled substances.
CORBIN — The Depot on Main's Bloody Mary Burger looks as tasty as it is — as it has skewers displaying bacon and olives holding the burger's layers together.
CORBIN — Baby Bacon Bourbon Burger, say that three times fast.
The Laurel County Sheriff's Office is conducting a death investigation after a body was found burned Friday morning in Laurel County.
CORBIN -- Burger Week at Old Town Grill is a time to highlight not only the restaurant's top notch burger but also their brisket and West Sixth Brew on tap.
WHITLEY COUNTY — A Corbin man accused of firing a gun at a vehicle with a woman and child inside before leading police on a pursuit in September 2018 entered a guilty plea to his charges as part of an agreement with prosecutors that will allow him supervised probation in lieu of any jail time.
WILLIAMSBURG — Williamsburg Independent Principal Tim Melton, who was selected last month to fill the district’s soon-to-be-vacant superintendent position, will assume the role a few weeks early on an interim basis.
RICHMOND -- More than 1,500 athletes and hundreds of coaches and family members participated in stirring competitions during the 2019 Special Olympics State Summer Games at Eastern Kentucky University in Richmond.
There is new art in downtown Corbin thanks to artist Mike J. Hall, and Hinkle Printing. The art is located on the side of the building on Monroe Street in the new parklet beside Sanders Park. Community members and tourists alike can stop for a selfie or a photo here. Soon the parklet will be…
CORBIN — It’s an ode to peppers, said Chef Kent Hubbard about the Wrigley Taproom and Eatery’s Burger Week featured burger.
CORBIN — Moonbow Nights returns this weekend and the popular free music series will have a new sound to it.
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (AP) — A former Western Kentucky University student who drunkenly shot his friend and was sentenced to four years in prison for reckless homicide is being released after only 125 days.
Coach John Calipari and the Kentucky men’s basketball team made one of nine stops of the John Calipari Satellite Camp Tour in Corbin on Tuesday. Calipari and the Wildcats gave campers the opportunity to grow their skills by learning from Calipari, his assistant coaches and accompanying Wildc…
On Tuesday, Knox County Judge/Executive Mike Mitchell visited the Corbin Senior Citizens Center. In April, Mitchell met with members and organizers to hear their concerns over recent budget cuts. Tuesday, Mitchell brought Beverly Faulkner, the center director, a check for $2,000. When Faulkn…
Whitley County High School Wrestling Coach Javier Carbajal is a new 135-pound champion. Carbajal, a blue belt Brazilian Jiu-jitsu under Scott Hope, defeated Montez Jordan at the Hardrock MMA on May 25.
CORBIN — Austin City Saloon Owners Josh Brock and Austin Brashear announced on Sept. 27, 2017 that they were expanding from their one location in Lexington to two, with the newest addition being in Corbin. Wednesday is finally the day that Austin City Saloon - Corbin will celebrate its grand…
Dalton Cook of Corbin has been awarded a 2019 Kay Campbell Nursing Scholarship from Grace Health.
WILLIAMSBURG -- A new program will soon be beginning at Cumberlands. The University's School of Education has been approved to offer a new program with an emphasis in special education. Students may begin registration for the course in Summer 2019.
FRANKFORT, Ky. - Gov. Matt Bevin announced recently that the Cabinet for Health and Family Services (CHFS), in partnership with the Kentucky Department of Education (KDE), will seek an amendment to Kentucky's Medicaid state plan to provide greater healthcare access to students in schools acr…
KNOX COUNTY — A new jury trial date has been set for later this year for a Corbin couple facing abuse charges involving their 10-year-old child, with a hearing scheduled for next month to determine whether either parent will be allowed visitation rights.
KNOX COUNTY — The case against a Girdler man accused of fatally shooting a volunteer firefighter in April 2018 continues to be held up as necessary evidentiary items remain in the possession of police and are still being investigated.
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (AP) — A former Western Kentucky University student who drunkenly shot his friend and was sentenced to four years in prison for reckless homicide is being released after only 125 days.
CORBIN — Grant money recently announced for the Corbin Recycling Center is appreciated as officials admit the center is struggling in certain areas.
FRANKFORT, Ky. – With the mercury levels on the rise this week, KSP is renewing its plea for parents to be extremely cautious about leaving children in hot cars. It may seem like common sense, but statistics show that these deaths are on the rise in the U.S.
Three individuals were arrested Sunday after about three pounds of crystal methamphetamine were discovered in a residence in Gray and another in southern Laurel County, following a two-month long investigation.
Five individuals were arrested off KY 1223 on Tuesday after Laurel County Sheriff's Office investigated a drug complaint that resulted in the discovery of 87 guns, drugs and drug paraphernalia.
LUCAS — The weekend after Memorial Day for more than three decades, people from all over the U.S. and some from other nations have converged at Barren River Lake State Resort Park for the Glasgow Highland Games.
Members of the Corbin City Commission along with Corbin Mayor Suzie Razmus accepted the Economy Inn property deed Friday morning at Corbin City Hall. The property will be used for the much anticipated splash pad. Razmus thanked the Patel family and told the young children how much she apprec…
KNOX COUNTY – Progress in the case against a Barbourville man who allegedly ran over another person with his vehicle in July 2018 has been slowed as prosecutors are still waiting for necessary documents before moving forward.
KNOX COUNTY – The case against a Michigan man accused of attempting to rob a Knox County business before fatally shooting a bystander in January continues to have his case pushed out as evidence remains in the custody of police who are still performing analyzing the items.
KNOX COUNTY – Four people charged in connection to a December 2018 single-vehicle crash that killed one person were arraigned Friday, with two of the four individuals also being arrested following the proceedings.
CORBIN — When Burger Week comes to town, one thing is certain: don’t expect an average burger.
The Southern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce will host the president and CEO of Bluegrass Institute for Public Policy Solutions on Tuesday at its monthly meeting.
BARBOURVILLE -- John E. Anderson, attorney at law and founder of the firm of Cole, Cole, Anderson & Newman, PSC, was inducted into the inaugural class of Kentucky Workers' Compensation Hall of Fame during a ceremony hosted by the Kentucky Workers' Compensation's community of fellow attor…
FRANKFORT, Ky. - Kentucky Safe Driver is excited to receive financial support from State Farm Insurance that will continue to help teens make better decisions while behind the wheel of their car. State Farm Insurance has pledged $25,000 to be used with the sole purpose of educating young dri…
“It’s a lot of emotion,” Bryan Hinkle said of his art on display at the Community Arts Center in Williamsburg.
In 1982, two students from Cumberland College took it upon themselves to help an older gentleman that lived in the area. Although at the time they didn’t know anything about building or construction, they were laying the foundation for what would become Mountain Outreach, a non-profit organi…
The month of June means many things — summer vacations, gardening and boating — but for Tri-County athletes, it’s time for the annual Trispy Awards.
WINCHESTER -- In recognition of National Get Outdoors Day, the Daniel Boone National Forest will waive recreation fees at Natural Arch Scenic Area in McCreary County on Saturday, June 8.
The Owens Family Scholarship was given to two recipients recently. Kalynn Johnston and Edwin Dakota Willis, both seniors at Corbin High School, received $1,000 each. Johnston will be attending Somerset Community College nursing program and Willis will also be attending Somerset Community Col…
Gov. Matt Bevin joined Justice Secretary John Tilley and Kentucky State Police Commissioner Rick Sanders in recognizing 58 KSP troopers and officers for acts of bravery, life-saving, professionalism and dedication to duty at a ceremony held in Lexington on May 30.
WHITLEY COUNTY -- The Whitley County Extension Homemakers held their annual meeting and Cultural Arts Contest on May 17.
LAUREL COUNTY – A Corbin man and woman accused of stealing from a local veteran’s post on multiple occasions are each scheduled for a preliminary hearing next week to allow for a judge to determine if the case shows probable cause, which would send the case on to a Laurel County grand jury.
LONDON – An East Bernstadt woman who is facing multiple federal charges for allegedly stealing two vehicles in July 2018 before robbing two Laurel County banks at gunpoint was scheduled to have her case presented to a jury at trial next month, though the trial has now been continued as she p…
Denny Austin Giles, age 63, of Corbin, KY, passed on Thursday, June 13, 2019, at Baptist Health of Corbin. Denny was born on September 2, 1955 to the late Luther and Cleda Ramsey Giles. Denny is survived by his wife: Marsha Giles; two sons: Russell Giles (Michelle) and Ryan Giles (Charlotte)…
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