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Woman airlifted following domestic assault

A Corbin man was arrested Monday for allegedly stabbing his ex-girlfriend three times, resulting in injuries that required her to be airlifted to the University of Kentucky Medical Center. Read this story and more for just $.99 cents today, or subscribe to get access every day!...

W’burg man accused of damaging RTEC vehicles, assaulting police officer

Corbin Police say five RTEC vehicles were damaged early Saturday morning by a Williamsburg man who they found asleep inside one of them, adding that he kicked an officer as they tried to arrest him. Read this story and more for just $.99 cents today, or subscribe to get access...

Rumor brings out spectators, but no actual rioters

Rumors of a riot in Corbin Sunday night similar to what has been seen is multiple major cities across the U.S. were greatly exaggerated, but area law enforcement was prepared to respond. A Facebook post had circulated indicating the riot was to begin at 10 p.m. at the former...

Local Kentucky State Troopers sent to Louisville in wake of riots

A group of Kentucky State Police Troopers from Post 11 in London departed Monday morning for Louisville where protests have turned violent in recent days. According to Louisville area media outlets, protests have been ongoing in the city since March 13 following the death Breonna...

Laurel deputies recover pistol, meth from Corbin man found passed out in vehicle

A Corbin man was arrested early Monday morning after Laurel County Sheriff’s deputies reported finding him passed out in a vehicle at a local business with a pistol in his lap and methamphetamine in his possession. Dustin Brice, 28, is facing charges of public intoxication –...

Beware of scams promising easy money

With COVID–19 putting a financial pinch on so many people, there is a temptation to search the internet for extra ways to earn money. One Whitley County resident said Tuesday that he thought he had found one way involving advertising for Dr. Pepper soft drinks. However, it could...

Knox-Whitley Humane Association reopens to public

The Knox-Whitley Humane Association is once again open to the public for those seeking to adopt a shelter pet. Officials announced last week that that shelter, which serves Knox, Whitley and Clay counties, would return to its normal operating hours. Hours for tours and adoptions...

Corbin, Whitley County libraries begin curbside pickup of materials

The Corbin and Whitley County Public libraries have not yet reopened their buildings to the public, but their books and other materials are now available. Officials at each library announced last week that patrons may call and request materials which may be picked up curbside....

Corbin man charged with strangulation

A Corbin man was arrested at a residence on Braxton Lane in Lily Monday for allegedly choking a woman and damaging the home. Everett Conner III, 37, is charged with second-degree strangulation, fourth–degree assault, second-degree criminal mischief and second-degree disorderly...

Whitley County Water District instituting online bill pay option

Beginning Monday, Whitley County Water District customers will be able to pay their bills online. Officials at the water district announced Thursday that a new system has been set up on the district’s website that will allow for bill payment. To access the system, go to...