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EXTRA CONTENT: Sellers at three Kentucky flea markets mentioned in HSUS ‘puppy mill’ investigation

A report stemming from a two-year-long undercover investigation into “puppy mill” dogs being sold at local flea markets mentions two local flea markets — one in Corbin and another in London.

White, Townsend first two-time champions of grueling Lion’s Chase 5k race

Wet treacherous conditions and a more challenging course were no obstacles for Ben White and Ashley Townsend, the first repeat winners of The Lion’s Chase — the nation’s premier obstacle course 5k race.

Eggfest to kick off in downtown Corbin Saturday

For the second straight year, enthusiasts of the odd-shaped, all-in-one cooking device called “The Big Green Egg” will be filling downtown Corbin with the delectable smells of their favorite mouth-watering recipes this Saturday during the second Annual Moonbow...

Bevin focuses on pension reform, health care issues during local campaign stops

Kentucky’s $9.1 billion state pension shortfall is the main reason Republican candidate for governor Matt Bevin said he got into the race to begin with.

Corbin City Commissioner diagnosed with cancer; expects full recovery

The longest serving member of the Corbin City Commissioner has been diagnosed with early-stage esophageal cancer and will undergo surgery to have it removed on Sept. 11.

Seventh Annual Corbin Native American Pow Wow to begin this Saturday

Anyone interested in Native American culture and traditions in a family-friendly setting is being encouraged to attend the seventh annual Kentucky Native American Heritage Museum Pow Wow, taking place in Corbin this weekend.

Paul, Bevin attend public forums and fundraisers during area campaign swing

U.S. Senator Rand Paul attended fundraisers and public forums on a swing through London and Corbin last Friday to bolster his duel bid to win a second term as Senator while also vying for the Republican nomination for U.S. President.

 

OPINION: Annual audits should be more aggressive than they are now

When auditors — hired by cities and counties to perform annual audits on those political entities — get up before those city councils and fiscal courts to talk about the result of their work, I’ve learned to tune out what they are saying and just dig into...

Williamsburg native’s Vietnam War sacrifice remembered

Wednesday was the 50th anniversary of the heroic wartime actions that led to the death, and posthumous Medal of Honor award for a Williamsburg soldier who died during the Vietnam War.

Westerfield campaigns in Corbin, says experience his biggest asset in AG race

The Republican candidate for Kentucky Attorney General touted his prosecutorial and legislative experience, along with his willingness to take a firm stand on tough political issues during a campaign stop in Corbin on Tuesday.