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Corbin man found with two pounds of crystal meth, could soon face federal charges in case

A Corbin man could be facing federal charges after allegedly being found with 2 pounds of crystal methamphetamine during a traffic stop last month. As part of a joint operation by the Laurel County Sherriff’s Department, London Police Department, Pulaski County Sheriff’s...
Posted On 07 Dec 2022
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Stivers will continue to lead as Senate president

Senator Robert Stivers, R-Manchester, has been re-elected as Senate president by acclamation after being unchallenged by his Senate colleagues. “For nearly a decade the Kentucky Senate has been in very capable care with President Robert Stivers’ leadership,” said U.S....
Posted On 06 Dec 2022
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Williamsburg Health and Rehabilitation named to ‘Best of Kentucky’ list

The Kentucky Association of Health Care Facilities/Kentucky Center for Assisted Living (KAHCF/KCAL) honored the top long-term care facilities in Kentucky at their Nov. 17 quality awards banquet, including a facility in Williamsburg. Williamsburg Health and Rehabilitation was...
Posted On 05 Dec 2022
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Mountain Outreach donates to WPD for Shop with a Cop

Mountain Outreach, a ministry hosted by University of the Cumberlands, recently donated $5,000 to the Williamsburg Police Department (WPD) for the Department’s upcoming Shop with a Cop event. “I really enjoy this event. For police officers, most of the time we deal with kid...
Posted On 04 Dec 2022
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Shoe Sensation holding sock drive to benefit veterans organization

A local veterans organization will be the recipient of a sock drive currently underway at a shoe store in Williamsburg. Shoe Sensation, a regional chain of name brand family shoe stores, is hosting its Seventh Annual “Socks for Troops” fundraiser in all of its 220 plus retail...
Posted On 03 Dec 2022
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Corbin comes up short in bid to win sixth state title

(Story by Mark White and Trevor Sherman) The Corbin Redhounds attempt to win a sixth state championship came up short during a rainy Friday night at Kroger Field in Lexington. The Corbin Redhounds under the leadership of Head Coach Tom Greer lost to the Boyle County Rebels under...
Posted On 02 Dec 2022
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W’burg woman needs items for rehab facility treat bags

A Williamsburg woman is gathering items to provide 62 treat bags for a local rehabilitation facility, which serves both men and women. “Every family has been touched by addiction. This is a way to show you support recovery,” said Denise McKeehan. “This is a gonna be a way to...
Posted On 02 Dec 2022
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Nashville man sentenced to 25 in federal prison for Knox trafficking, other charges

A Nashville man was sentenced to 25 years in federal prison Tuesday for various charges in Knox County, including drug trafficking. Marlon Jermaine Johnson, 39, was sentenced to 25 years by U.S. District Judge Claria Horn Boom on charges of possession with intent to distribute...
Posted On 30 Nov 2022
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Williamsburg HS e-sports team celebrates success at the end of fall season

The Williamsburg Yellow Jacket e-sports fall season is coming to a close. This year the Yellow Jacket squad saw tremendous success. Their teams now have over 30 players, playing in League of Legends, Rocket League, Super Smash Bros, Madden ‘23, NBA 2K23, Splatoon 3, and Mario...
Posted On 27 Nov 2022
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Corbin FRYSC looking for Angel Tree sponsors

Corbin Independent Family Resource and Youth Services Centers are looking for sponsors for Angel Tree students. There are 206 students on the list compared to 153 from last year, and instead of sponsors getting a name and having to purchase an entire child, they have the options...
Posted On 27 Nov 2022
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