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W.D. Bryant & Son excited for the future of e-commerce

With the current coronavirus pandemic forcing people to think about ways they can conduct business from home, e-commerce has never been more important to the survival of the economy. Having a strong digital presence is important for any business in the 21st century, however,...
Posted On 27 Mar 2020
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Charles Lewis Lawson

Charles Lewis Lawson, age 80, of Rose Lane, Williamsburg, Kentucky, departed this life on Thursday, March 26, 2020, at his home. He was born on January 01, 1940, in Williamsburg, Kentucky, to Rev. H. D. Lawson and Ona (Rains) Lawson. He was preceded in death by his parents, Rev....

Laurel County man confirmed with COVID–19 released from hospital

Officials at the Laurel County Health Department say the local man who was confirmed to have contracted COVID–19 has been released from the hospital. The 53-year-old male tested positive Tuesday, making him the first confirmed case in the tri-county area. Hensley said Thursday...

Clarence Jones

Clarence Jones, age 85, of Friendship Drive, Corbin, Kentucky (formerly of Williamsburg), departed this life on Wednesday, March 25, 2020, at his home. He was born on July 8, 1934 in Whitley County, Kentucky to James Garfield Jones and Molly (Walden) Jones. He was preceded in...

Shirley Wallen Jones

Shirley Wallen Jones, age 80, of Corbin, passed away Wednesday, March 25, 2020 at her residence. She was born September 13, 1939 in Wheelwright, Kentucky to the late Sam Wallen and Maggie Little Wallen. Shirley was an RN for many years and loved to help people. She is survived by...

Developed recreation areas closed in Daniel Boone National Forest

The developed recreation areas in Daniel Boone National Forest have been temporarily closed in an effort to help curb the spread of COVID–19 Officials at with the London Ranger District announced the closures Thursday, noting it includes campgrounds, picnic area and shooting...

Corbin closing some parks due to coronavirus concerns

Those looking to get a little fresh air and exercise at some Corbin parks are now temporarily out of luck due to COVID-19 concerns. The City of Corbin announced on its Facebook page that effective Friday, March 27, the Larry Stevens Playground, Rotary Skate Park, and the Wilson...
Posted On 27 Mar 2020

Whitley County School District changing student food delivery to Monday, Wednesday, Friday

The Whitley County School District is changing how often it is delivering food to students, who are out of class due to the COVID-19 pandemic. “In our district, we have been fortunate to be able to continue to provide meals for our students using delivery by our buses. (We) want...
Posted On 27 Mar 2020

Two Pulaski County Constables indicted for conspiring to violate civil rights; One also indicted for attempted murder of FBI Agent

LONDON, Ky. – Two Pulaski County Constables, Michael Wallace, 45, of Bronston, Ky., and Gary E. Baldock, 55, of Somerset, Ky., were indicted on Thursday, for conspiring to violate the civil rights of persons within Pulaski County. Baldock was also indicted for attempted...
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Federal and state officials launch Kentucky Coronavirus Fraud Task Force

In response to the increased threat of fraud presented by the coronavirus, federal and state law enforcement leaders from Kentucky have announced the formation of the Kentucky Coronavirus Fraud Task Force. The Kentucky Coronavirus Fraud Task Force is a joint federal and state...
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