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W’burg man charged with robbery after trying to steal back his own ‘medication’

A Williamsburg man, who was apparently trying to take his "medication" back from someone who allegedly stole it from him, is behind bars facing a robbery charge.

Posted On 09 Sep 2015

Police to limit parking during Trading Days over safety concerns

Those planning to attend the 32nd Annual Old Fashioned Trading Days in Williamsburg this week may want to think about where they are going to park ahead of time.

Posted On 09 Sep 2015

Old Fashioned Trading Days to kick off in Williamsburg Thursday

Concerts with bluegrass, gospel and country-rock artists and an expanded car show will highlight this year's 32nd Annual Old Fashioned Trading Days festival that will kick off Thursday and run through Saturday evening in Williamsburg.

Posted On 09 Sep 2015

Six children taken to hospital after meth lab found in W’burg apartment complex; four people arrested

Six children were taken to the hospital early Friday morning after Williamsburg police discovered a methamphetamine lab inside the apartment complex where they were living.

Posted On 05 Sep 2015

Police seek info on man who robbed Goldbug gas station Thursday

The Whitley County Sheriff’s Department is asking for the public’s assistance in apprehending an armed robber, who struck a Goldbug store late Thursday afternoon.

Posted On 28 Aug 2015

Cumberlands students provide over 400 pairs of shoes for area youth during ‘Shoes 4 the Soul’

You would have been hard pressed Tuesday morning to figure out who had the bigger smiles on their faces.

Posted On 26 Aug 2015

Schwartz attends Frankfort rally supporting clerks on gay marriage issue

Thousands gathered at the Capitol in Frankfort Saturday afternoon at a First Amendment Freedom Rally to show their support for three Kentucky county clerks - including Whitley County Clerk Kay Schwartz - who have taken a stand over the issuance of gay marriage licenses...

Posted On 26 Aug 2015

Williamsburg woman arrested for shooting at two children

A Williamsburg woman is facing felony wanton endangerment charges stemming from allegations last week that she allegedly shot at two children.

Posted On 14 Aug 2015

Warrant issued for man accused of hitting woman with crowbar

A Corbin man, who is accused of striking a woman with a crowbar and trying to strangle her in late 2014, had a bench warrant issued for his arrest Monday afternoon when he didn't show up for court.

Posted On 05 Aug 2015

Sharp to resign from Williamsburg City Council this week

The Williamsburg Police Department and Williamsburg Independent School are gaining a school resource officer but the Williamsburg City Council is losing one member.

Posted On 29 Jul 2015