North Carolina man indicted for assaulting local police officers, nurse

A Whitley County grand jury indicted a North Carolina man Monday for allegedly assaulting two Williamsburg police officers and a nurse in connection with an incident last month that started with a domestic dispute at a Williamsburg business.

Mega Lung raises vaping awareness

Baptist Health Corbin partnered with the Whitley County Health Department and the Kentucky Cancer Program to bring the Mega Lung to the Corbin Middle School Friday. Students from 5-8 grades had the opportunity to participate in the anti-vaping educational program. This event was held in the Corbin Middle School Gymnasium and was open to students and school staff members. During their grade-leveled program, students had the opportunity to tour the Mega Lung exhibit, learn about the ingredients of tobacco products that can cause health concerns, and have access to informational literature. These interactive components were followed by a brief presentation that explained the dangers of vaping and how this habit can negatively affect overall health.

Corbin considering costs before proceeding with the Finger Lickin’ Musical

The Finger Lickin’ Musical is a dream that Corbin leaders have been slowly working on for several years.

Breast Cancer Awareness Day…

Sav-Rite Home Care held a Breast Cancer Awareness Day Friday with free T-shirts and other giveaways. Among other things, the company showed off its Mastectomy Suite, and provided free refreshments for those in attendance. Attendees could also place a free ornament on the pink tree in the showroom lobby in memory of or in honor of a breast cancer survivor.

De-annexation efforts underway at I-75 Exit 29

The process of de-annexing at Exit 29 has begun by the London City Council.

Corbin BOE giving non-teachers a pay increase

Non-teachers in the Corbin Independent School District are getting a pay increase this fall and will see a guaranteed cost of living increase every year from now on as Corbin school leaders seek to stay competitive with other schools in a job market where there are more openings than people to fill them in many cases.

Horse racing officially kicks off in Corbin at Cumberland Run

After years of dreaming, countless hours of discussion, and a whole lot of perseverance, Corbin can finally say that it is home to a brand-new horse-racing track. (more…)

Electronic Edition For 10-18-2023

Corbin City Commission approved conceptual plan to renovate The Corbin Center

Plans for a developer to build a new hotel adjacent to The Corbin Center along with a major renovation and expansion of the facility are moving forward and should be completed within the next two years, Corbin Economic Development Director Bruce Carpenter told the Corbin City Commission during its monthly meeting Monday.

Whitley County Grand Jury indicts Peace for attempted murder

The Whitley County Grand Jury indicted a Williamsburg man Monday morning for allegedly trying to kill his estranged wife in Corbin this past summer.