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Best of luck to two of Corbin’s finest: Roger Shelton and Bill Rose

At Monday’s Corbin City Commission meeting, a pair of announcements were made concerning longtime city employees who will soon be retiring. First, City Manager Marlon Sams informed the commission during his report that Roger Shelton has decided to step down from his position as...

More talks concerning entertainment destination center take place at city commission meeting

At Monday’s regular meeting of the Corbin City Commission, Tourism Director Maggy Monhollen was on hand to give an update on the proposed outdoor entertainment destination center, or EDC, to be utilized in downtown for the sale of alcohol at specially designated times. Read this...

Corbin’s Chase Estep selected by Mets in MLB Draft

On Monday, former Corbin Redhound Chase Estep was selected by the New York Mets with 269th overall pick in this year’s Major League Baseball draft.

Fatal accident on I-75N in Whitley Co. Monday

Kentucky State Police have confirmed that a man in his late fifties was killed during a single-vehicle accident on I-75 near mile marker 23 Monday morning.

County Wide releasing first new single in nearly two years

County Wide, who have made a name for themselves over the years as one of Southeastern Kentucky’s most popular country-rock bands, are excited to be releasing their first all-new single since 2020.

Grace on the Hill no longer affiliated with United Methodist Denomination

Grace on the Hill Church of Corbin, formerly a member of the United Methodist Denomination, has voted to move ahead into the future as an independent, non-denominational community church. When asked about the move, Rev. Dr. Scott E. Wilson explained, “The Methodist denomination...

Corbin Arena announces ‘West Fest’ show for Sat., Sept. 10

The Corbin Arena opened up the week with a bang Monday, announcing via its official Facebook page that rap legends Ice Cube, Cyprus Hill and Bone Thugs-N-Harmony will be in town for a show they are dubbing “West Fest” on Saturday, Sept. 10.

Musical lineup announced for NIBROC 2022

Paint Creek We now know which musical acts will be taking the stage at the 2022 NIBROC Festival, scheduled for Aug. 11-13 in Downtown Corbin. 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?...

Kentucky Downs GM talks opening of Mint Gaming Hall

With the signage going up on the side of the brand new Mint Gaming Hall off of Exit 11 in Williamsburg, the question on everyone’s mind lately has understandably been, “When is it opening?” Read this story and more for just $.99 cents today, or subscribe to get access every day!...

Who killed Miss Flora Inman?

My wife, whether she will care to admit it or not, fancies herself as somewhat of an amateur detective. She’s not out on the streets processing crime scenes or anything, but she’s watched enough true crime documentaries to pick up more than a thing or two about forensics and...