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Display honoring war hero unveiled inside old Whitley County courthouse

A display honoring a Williamsburg native and war hero has officially been unveiled at the old Whitley County Courthouse. Members of the JC Paul Detachment Marine Corps League in Williamsburg, Whitley County Motorcycle Group and Backroads of Appalachia came together Saturday for...

Vote to be held Wednesday on amendment of W’Burg zoning and building ordinances

A vote to amend the City of Williamsburg’s existing zoning and building ordinances is expected Wednesday, which, if approved, would see the requirements for lot area and width reduced for new structures in R2 residential districts. Read this story and more for just $.99 cents...

Whitley County Fiscal Court approves first reading of ordinance redrawing magistrate boundaries

The Whitley County Fiscal Court has approved the first reading of an ordinance that would slightly alter the boundary lines of the county’s magisterial districts, though a second reading is still required for approval. Magisterial boundary lines are regularly adjusted through a...

Drift Indy Street League takes over Corbin Arena for motor sport action

 Photos by TIMOTHY WYATT Pedal to the metal: The Drift Indy Street League took over The Corbin Arena this past Friday and Saturday, where participants showcased both their suped-up rides and  their driving skills. A race course was set up in parking lot of The Arena featuring...

East Bernstadt man indicted for allegedly stealing from Laurel Co. business

An East Bernstadt man has been indicted by a Laurel County grand jury in connection to a January 2022 theft in which he allegedly took more than $6,000 from a Laurel County business. Read this story and more for just $.99 cents today, or subscribe to get access every day! Please...

Whitley Co. BOE sets tax rates for 2023-2024

Tax rates within the Whitley County School District will be seeing both a slight drop and a very slight increase. Read this story and more for just $.99 cents today, or subscribe to get access every day! Please login to view this content. Not a Member? Join Us

Portion of Roy Kidd Ave. to be closed beginning Sept. 5

The portion of Roy Kidd Avenue connecting Kentucky Avenue to Depot Street will be closed beginning early next month. According to a release from the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC), the road closure will begin Tuesday, Sept. 5, and is scheduled to continue through Friday,...

Grand jury to hear case of Florida man accused of causing panic at NIBROC

The Florida man accused of causing a mass panic during NIBROC earlier this month will now have his case presented to a Whitley County grand jury following a preliminary hearing Tuesday.

W’Burg Ind. Super Party Bus brings smiles to community

Photos by TIMOTHY WYATT  Teachers, faculty and staff at Williamsburg Independent rolled through the streets of Williamsburg on Aug. 10 on the Super Party Bus, meeting with students and families in the district and providing them with popsicles, toys and fellowship.  The idea was...

W’Burg Ind. superintendent’s growth plan approved by BOE

Williamsburg Independent Superintendent Tabetha Housekeeper is ready to learn as she heads into her first school year in her new role. Read this story and more for just $.99 cents today, or subscribe to get access every day! Please login to view this content. Not a Member? Join Us