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Letter to the Editor: Responding to criticism of ‘self-serving behavior on the city commission’

(Editor’s Note: This letter by Corbin City Commissioner Brandon Shepherd is in response to the “Concerns about self-serving behavior on the city commission” letter to the editor that appeared in the October 7, 2020 edition.) I am responding to a letter in regards to my record as...
Posted On 27 Oct 2020
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OpEd: Vote YES on Constitutional Amendment #1 because Kentucky crime victims deserve equal rights

(OpEd By Sen. Whitney Westerfield, R-Hopkinsville, who represents Christian, Todd and Logan counties, and was the Senate Bill Sponsor for Marsy’s Law.) Most people want one thing above all else when it comes to dealing with the criminal justice system: fairness. But fairness only...
Posted On 27 Oct 2020
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OP-ED: Now more than ever, crime victims are counting on Kentuckians to vote YES on Amendment 1

(OpEd By Dr. Emily Bonistall Postel – Director of Outreach, Marsy’s Law for Kentucky) Did you know that, in addition to choices for federal, state and local representatives, your November general election ballot will feature a critical yes or no question that will impact...
Posted On 26 Oct 2020
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Letter to the Editor: Drug and alcohol rehabilitation and education

(Letter to the Editor By Narconon New Life Retreat) Things are beginning to go back to normal as businesses begin to reopen, and people start going back to normal life. Have you been in self-isolation with a loved one who struggles with substance abuse? If your answer is yes, you...
Posted On 26 Oct 2020
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Alicia Vanover receives UC’s Mavis F. Broome Memorial Scholarship

Alicia Vanover, a senior at University of the Cumberlands, has received the Mavis F. Broome Memorial Scholarship for the 2019-2020 academic year. The Scholarship was established in 2017 by the family of the late Mavis Broome, a beloved wife, mother, and teacher. She taught...
Posted On 25 Oct 2020
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How to support someone with breast cancer

When you learn that a loved one has been diagnosed with breast cancer, everything stops. In addition to feeling sad, scared, or worried, you might be wondering how you can help her get through it. Fortunately, there are things you can do to help make things easier for your loved...
Posted On 25 Oct 2020
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OpEd: The Importance of Rural Voting

(OpEd By Kentucky Farm Bureau President Mark Haney and Kentucky Electric Cooperatives President and CEO Chris Perry.) In communities across the country, children are taught from a young age about the importance of getting out on Election Day and voting. The right to vote is the...
Posted On 24 Oct 2020
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Sav-Rite Home Care helping breast cancer patients feel more comfortable with unique mastectomy suite

Each year, October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. This is a time for promoting the importance of the battle against this dreaded disease, and also for celebrating the lives of those who have struggled personally with it.
Posted On 23 Oct 2020
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Senate President Robert Stivers Presented with Kentucky Chamber MVP Award

Last Friday, Senate President Robert Stivers was presented the Chamber MVP Award by Kentucky Chamber Director of Political Affairs Travis Burton and Forcht Group Chairman and CEO Terry Forcht. President Stivers was among a select group of legislators who “went to bat” for...
Posted On 22 Oct 2020
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Corbin doctor takes plea deal in 140 mph chase case, but DUI charge dismissed

(Story by Jeff Ledington, The Mountain Advocate) A Corbin doctor who was arrested after a high-speed pursuit earlier this month entered into a plea deal in Knox District Court Tuesday. Read this story and more for just $.99 cents today, or subscribe to get access every day!...
Posted On 21 Oct 2020
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