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Southbound I-75 traffic shut down near Corbin

Southbound Interstate 75 near Corbin will be shut down until approximately 5  p.m. as emergency personnel work to clear an injury wreck and clean up a fuel spill. The wreck occurred at approximately 2:30 p.m. near Exit 29. Motorists are advised to seek alternative routes.

Area football needs a competitive Whitley Co.

Corbin and Williamsburg have both been at the cusp of the pinnacle of high school football in their respective classes in recent memory. Williamsburg at Class A, and Corbin at Class 4A have been to the state finals. While two out of three ain’t bad in the world of classic rocker...

Colonels have a new boss

University of the Cumberlands Football Special Teams Coordinator Zeke Eier will be the next man to lead the Whitley County High School Football program. Whitley County High School officials announced the hiring last Wednesday. “Coach Eier brings a wealth of football knowledge and...

Corbin man charged with burglary, stole $3,495 worth of items

A Corbin man was arrested Monday in connection with a burglary at a Hamlin Ave. residence on Dec. 20. Corbin Police Officer Brentley Patrick served Clancy J. Jackson 32, with the warrant secured following an investigation by Corbin Police Corporal Stephen Meadors. According to...

Next up for undefeated Lady Colonels: Jenkins, South, North Laurel

The beat went on for the Whitley County Lady Colonels Basketball Team who improved to a perfect 6-0 on the season with recent wins over Madison Central, Middlesboro and Williamsburg. “There is a lot of buy-in,” said coach Sean Pigman when asked the key to the hot start for his...

Gray man charged with leading KSP on pursuit in stolen vehicle

Kentucky State Police say a Gray man was under the influence when he attempted to flee from them in a stolen vehicle Monday night in Knox County. 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...

Lily man charged with trafficking meth in north Corbin

A Lily man was charged with trafficking methamphetamine following a traffic stop at a north Corbin business early Monday morning. Laurel County Sheriff’s deputies arrested Joshua R. Walters, 32, after finding him in possession of a suspected methamphetamine, small baggies and...

Texas man charged with DUI after police observe him passed out at traffic light

A Texas motorist observed passed out at a traffic light early Monday morning was arrested after Laurel County Sheriff’s deputies located him on American Greeting Road in north Corbin. John D. Deboy, 49, of Dallas, Texas, is facing charges of operating a motor vehicle under the...

Accused shoplifter attempts to run from deputies

Laurel County Sheriff’s deputies say a Keavy man, who attempted to flee from deputies investigating suspected shoplifting at the Corbin Walmart Thursday, was under the influence. Brien K. Vann, 29, was charged with theft by unlawful taking of the value under $500, public...

Corbin couple charged with child abuse

A Corbin couple was arrested Thursday night for allegedly abusing a teen with a belt and extension cord. Howard W. Smith, 45, and Amanda Smith, 39, are each facing one count of fourth-degree assault – child abuse. In addition, Amanda Smith is charged with one count of...