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Jack Sproles

Jack Sproles, late of Bowling Green, a former resident of Corbin for over six decades, was called home to be with the Lord on November 29, 2018. He was born January 25, 1927 in Pineville, to Talitha Cumi “Mae” Dennison Sproles and James Henry Sproles. On October 26, 1947 he...

Posted On 05 Dec 2018

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Shep’s Place wants to be destination for families, sports fans

There is likely no one locally whose image is more tightly woven into his business than successful restaurateur Mark Shepherd — the “Bubby” of Bubby’s BBQ, a popular stop in south Corbin. After building Bubby’s up from scratch into a popular dining destination, Shepherd is now...

Posted On 05 Dec 2018

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William M. Kerr

William M. Kerr, 85, of Keswick Road, Williamsburg departed this life on Tuesday, November 29, 2018 at his home. He was born on December 12, 1932 in Packard, to the late James A. Kerr and Rhoda (Anderson) Kerr. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Naomi (Cooper) Kerr....

Posted On 05 Dec 2018

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Sears Hometown store in Corbin to close in January

Corbin’s Sears Hometown store is currently liquidating its inventory and will close for good in early January. Kyle Perkins, owner of the store, and part owner of the Forest Hills Shopping Center where it resides, said the decision to close the store became a necessity after...

Posted On 05 Dec 2018

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Eddie Wayne Boyd

Eddie Wayne Boyd, 81, of Cliff End Street, Williamsburg departed this life on Thursday, November 29, 2018 at St. Joseph East in Lexington. He was born on June 28, 1937 in Williamsburg to the late Edwin Moss Boyd and Della (Burnett) Boyd. He was also preceded in death by his...

Posted On 05 Dec 2018

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