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Corbin man indicted on rape, sodomy charges in Laurel County

A Corbin man was indicted Friday in Laurel County for allegedly raping and sodomzing a 15-year-old. Brian Allen Johnston, Jr., 31, is facing charges of third-degree rape and third-degree sodomy. Johnston was arrested March 20 at his home on College Street following an...

Knox deputies investigating shooting near Corbin

Knox County Sheriff’s deputies are investigating a shooting at a residence on Ky. 3436 (Liberty-Wilton Road) near Corbin Monday afternoon. Deputies were called to the residence near the intersection with TowerRoad at approximately 4:50 p.m. Deputies reported the victim’s injuries...

Woman arrested for shoplifting at Corbin Walmart had been ordered not to be on Walmart property

A woman who had previously been ordered not to be on Walmart property was arrested Wednesday night after loss prevention at Corbin Walmart detained her for shoplifting. Tammy R. Cain, 46, of East Bernstadt is facing charges of theft by unlawful taking of the value under $500 and...

Whitley County Health Department told to prioritize services

With health departments across the state facing financial insolvency because of an increase in required payments to the state’s pension system, the head of the Kentucky Department of Health is transforming the way local health departments operate with the goal of stretching their...

Corbin City Commission delays start of legal process to demolish 16th St. home

A burned home on 16th Street may be spared from demolition, as someone is interested in purchasing it and restoring it. Read this story and more for just $.99 cents today, or subscribe to get access every day! Please login to view this content. Not a Member? Join Us

Case of Corbin woman accused of biting security guard going to grand jury

The felony assault case against a Corbin woman, who is accused of biting a security guard at Baptist Health Corbin, will be presented to the grand jury. Following a preliminary hearing Tuesday in Whitley District Court, Judge Cathy Prewitt found probable cause to present the case...

Doga (Dog Yoga) class set for Saturday at Corbin Dog Park

Animal shelter employees say one of the things that improves a dog’s chances of adoption is its social skills. In an effort to improve the social skills of dogs at the Knox-Whitley Humane Association, and improve the health of area residents, Corbin Parks and Recreation is...

Knox County Sheriff’s Department releases latest activity report

Knox County Sheriff Mike Smith is reporting the following enforcement actions:   On June 10, 2019 Court Security Officer Jessie Smith arrested Martha Reeves age 63 of Gray, KY after she struck a man with her fist in Knox District Courtroom. She was charged with Assault-4th...

State police say dead man found near Cumberland Falls committed suicide

Kentucky State Police say the individual found dead Wednesday morning at Cumberland Falls State Park took his own life. Trooper Lloyd Cochran, Public Affairs Officer at Post 11 in London, said law enforcement and emergency personnel were called to the scene at about 9 a.m. after...

Old Town Grill wins Corbin Burger Week’s People’s Choice Award

Old Town Grill is the new burger champion of Corbin. The restaurant, located in Trademart Shopping Center, earned the 2019 Burger Week People’s Choice Award with its OTG Brisket Burger. The all beef patty was served on a potato bun with brisket sauce, brisket, cheddar cheese and...