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Temporary closure of I-75 south at Exit 25 in Whitley Co. set for Sat. (Feb. 3)

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists that a segment of I-75 southbound at Exit 25 in Whitley County will be temporarily closed on Saturday (Feb. 3) beginning at 8 a.m. The closure is needed for crash reconstruction conducted by the Kentucky State Police...
Posted On 02 Feb 2024
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Rep. Nick Wilson and colleague file bill to regulate social media consumption by minors

82nd District Representative Nick Wilson has announced that he an a colleague in the House of Representatives have filed a new bill for consideration that focuses on regulating access to social media sites by minors.

Donald “Donnie” Roger Wilson

With loving memories, we remember Donald “Donnie” Roger Wilson, born on September 6, 1970, in Cincinnati, OH, who passed away on January 29, 2024. He was a member of the Main Street Baptist Church in Williamsburg, KY, where he nurtured his faith and formed many cherished...

Terry Lynn Wilson

Terry Lynn Wilson, age 67, of Williamsburg, Kentucky departed this life on January 10, 2024 at his home. Terry was born on November 4, 1957 in Jellico, Tennessee to Robert Wilson and Doris (Mahan) Wilson. Terry was preceded in death by his father, Robert Wilson and brother, Roger...

Anna Jane Thaler

Anna Jane Thaler, age 77, of Corbin, Kentucky departed this life on January 7, 2024 at her home. Anna was born on October 19, 1946 in Jellico, Tennessee to John E. Hamblin and Lillie Mae (Bowman) Hamblin. Anna was preceded in death by her parents, John E. Hamblin and Lillie Mae...

Jessie Lee (Creekmore) Baird

Jessie Lee (Creekmore) Baird, age 87, of Jellico, Tennessee, passed away early Tuesday morning, January 30, 2024, at Baptist Health Corbin. She was born on September 15, 1936, to the late E.H. “Dick” Creekmore, Sr. and Elizabeth “Lib” (Wilson) Creekmore in Jellico. Her paternal...

Those going to pay their car taxes will probably need some patience, clerk says

Guns and Roses first sang in 1989 that all you need is “just a little patience.” Those planning to visit their local county clerk’s office in the near future to pay their motor vehicle taxes and renew their vehicle registration will probably want to heed Guns and Roses advice...
Posted On 02 Feb 2024

Man indicted for assaulting hospital employees

The Whitley County Grand Jury handed down two separate felony assault indictments last Thursday against a homeless man, who allegedly assaulted hospital workers, and a Rockholds man, who allegedly assaulted the sheriff among other offenses. Read this story and more for just $.99...
Posted On 02 Feb 2024

Triple homicide case still stalled months later due to need for psychiatric eval

Questions surrounding competency issues continue to slow the case against one of the three Indianapolis men charged in connection with a 2017 Whitley County triple homicide. Read this story and more for just $.99 cents today, or subscribe to get access every day! Please login to...