34th Judicial Circuit Commonwealth’s Attorney Ronnie Bowling, who represents Whitley and McCreary counties, is continuing a crackdown on people, who are charged with a crime but don’t show back up for court.
The City of Corbin could potentially be taking over much of the recreation area at the KY-312 boat ramp with the exception of the actual boat ramp in the not too distant future.
A Williamsburg man who entered a guilty plea to multiple sexual-related charges earlier this year has been sentenced to 25 years in prison.
Editor’s note: The News Journal publishes only the final disposition of district court criminal cases except for those which are waived to a grand jury or dismissed without condition.
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A grand opening ceremony was held last Thursday at Bill Woods Park for the Jacket Farmer’s Market. The market is now operated by the Williamsburg Independent FFA and helps the program fund various expenditures throughout the year. Williamsburg Superintendent Tabetha Housekeeper, Williamsburg Mayor Roddy Harrison Williamsburg Independent FFA members and others were on hand to cut the ribbon during the ceremony. A variety of vendors were set up as well, with the FFA providing snow cones and selling t-shirts.
A Corbin woman is behind bars after allegedly assaulting the driver of a SUV that she had been riding inside before taking the vehicle. She later told police that the owner knew she was in the vehicle.

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet advises motorists that North Stewart Road at traffic signal No. 4 located at the Corbin Fitness Center will remain closed until Monday, June 24 at 8 a.m.
Access to North Stewart Road is available using traffic signal No. 3 located at Go Time. The need for the closure is to allow for widening of U.S. 25E at the intersection.
This is part of the U.S. 25E congestion reduction project.
Motorists are advised to use caution during this period and be aware of signage, road crews and other drivers. The work is dependent on weather conditions.
The date, time, and duration of work may be adjusted if inclement weather or other unforeseen delays occur. Motorists can access travel and traffic conditions at http://goky.ky.gov or contribute their own reports at www.waze.com or via the Waze mobile application. You can also get traffic information for District 11 counties at www.facebook.com/KYTCDistrict11 or by following us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/KYTCDistrict11.