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Unemployment rates increased in Knox, Laurel, Whitley counties

Unemployment rates increased in Whitley, Laurel, Knox, Bell, and McCreary counties between April 2023 and May 2023, according to the Kentucky Center of Statistics (KYSTATS), an agency of the Kentucky Education and Labor Cabinet. Whitley County Whitley County’s unemployment rate...

Corbin’s US Restoration holds ribbon cutting ceremony

  The Southern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting Tuesday afternoon for US Restoration, located at 1610 Cumberland Falls Hwy., Suite 9, in Corbin. US Restoration offers 24-hour service in fire, water, smoke, lead, asbestos and rebuilding projects. They can be...

Fourth of July festivities planned for Whitley County, surrounding areas

The Fourth of July is just around the corner, and there’s no better time than the present to ignite your patriotic spirit with fun and exciting activities in your area. Corbin The City of Corbin has a super fun and eventful day planned on Monday, July 3, for the community...

Whitley County Health Department Public Health Inspections

As part of its duties, the Whitley County Health Department conducts routine public health inspections of various entities, including restaurants, stores, schools, mobile home parks, swimming pools, etc. Read this story and more for just $.99 cents today, or subscribe to get...

7th Annual Kayaking for Kids, sponsoring for a cause

Excitement is building for the upcoming Seventh Annual Kayaking for Kids event, scheduled to take place on Aug. 5. With years of past successes, this water-based event promises a day filled with fun and unforgettable memories. As the event draws near, potential sponsors are...

State Naturalist Robert Myers shares array of knowledge during breakfast at the Falls

During a recent delicious breakfast served bright and early at the Cumberland Falls Resort Park, State Naturalist Robert Myers and Director of Interpretation and Engagement Seth Wheat shared their knowledge on different subjects, including waterfalls, birds, animals, the history...

Local community theatre to perform Shakespeare classic later this week

The Millstone Community Theatre is gearing up for an exciting weekend of live entertainment with their upcoming production of William Shakespeare’s, “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”, full of 80’s references, and a rare sight of Michael Jackson. Directed by David Sweet and...

Whitley County Health Department Public Health Inspections

As part of its duties, the Whitley County Health Department conducts routine public health inspections of various entities, including restaurants, stores, schools, mobile home parks, swimming pools, etc. Some of the most recent inspections include: Read this story and more for...

Colleges and universities announce Dean’s List, President’s List honorees

Several college and university students with local ties have been honored for their hard work in the classroom by being named to their school’s Dean’s List or President’s List. Belmont University Jaylen Gambrell of Williamsburg qualified for the Spring 2023 Dean’s List at Belmont...

Area residents receive college degrees

Local residents received their college degrees during recent graduation ceremonies from various colleges and universities, including the following: Harding University James Hayes of Corbin is one of more than 600 students who received diplomas and were recognized as Harding...