Tommy D. Sands

Tommy D. Sands, age 60, of Rockholds, Kentucky departed this life on Friday, June 9, 2023 at Baptist Health in Corbin, Kentucky.
Tommy was born on June 3, 1963 in Knoxville, Tennessee to James H. Sands and Grace Mae (Lee) Sands.
Tommy was preceded in death by his parents, James and Grace (Lee) Sands; wifes, Patty Sands and Jean Sands; sisters, Brenda Sands, JoAnn Sands, and Kathy Carney; and niece, Darlene Sands.
Tommy is survived by his children, Tammy Douglas, Darlene Sands, Diane Sands, and Tommy Sands, Jr., all of Berea, Kentucky; several grandchildren; sisters, Linda Miller of Knoxville, Tennessee, Betty Saylor of Knoxville, Tennessee, Wanda Sands of Williamsburg, Kentucky, Lisa Martinez of Pleasant View, Kentucky, Debbie Sands of Sebastian, Florida, and Barbara Sands of London, Kentucky; brothers, Billy Sands, Earl Sands, Larry Sands, Leroy Sands, Michael Sands, and Adam Sands, all of Williamsburg, Kentucky; several nieces and nephews and a host of other family and friends to mourn his passing.
Funeral service was Wednesday, June 14, at the Croley Funeral Home Chapel.
He was laid to rest in the Thomas Cemetery on Hwy 511.
Croley Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Chester Chambers

On June 11th, 2023 a Sunday, the day of rest, the Lord called Chester Chambers of Williamsburg, Kentucky to his heavenly home and eternal resting place.
Chester passed away peacefully in the comfort of his home, surrounded by an abundance of his dearest loved ones. Chester was a man of God, who lived a beautiful, long life following the Lord. Chester was born in Williamsburg, Kentucky to Obediah Chambers and Mary Jane (Lawson) Chambers.
Later, he met and married the love of his ‘late’ wife of 61 years, Marie (Rose) Chambers. Together they moved north to Toledo, Ohio where Chester worked and retired from General Motors. While in Toledo, they built a beautiful family full of infinite love and laughter.
After their children were grown, together they decided to move back south where he established his most cherished cattle farm. Chester had many accomplishments in his life, however, if you asked him what his biggest one was, he would tell you, aside from worshiping the Lord, being a proud member and song leader of his church, a loving husband, father, and grandfather to his family, his farm was his most prized possession. He lived to take care of his gardens, bringing him the most pride and joy. He spent his days ensuring his home was full of beautiful plants and had the most pristine landscaping. Erma Bombeck once said, “When I stand before God at the end of my life, I would hope that I would not have a single bit of talent left, and could say, ‘I used everything you gave me’.” Anyone who knew Chester, knows how fitting this quote applied to him as he put his all into everything he did, most importantly being an inspiring son of God, his pre and post-retirement work ethic , and a loving and devoted family man. Chester was a one of a kind man, who loved his family and endlessly reminded them how proud they made him.
Chester is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Marie (Rose) Chambers; mother, Mary Jane Chambers; father, Obediah Chambers; numerous siblings, Raymond Lawson, Effie Croley, Ernest Lawson, Geneva Anne Van Etten, Dori Ellen Lawson, J.V. Lawson, Arthur Lawson, Dewey Chambers; and other special family members and friends.
Chester is survived by children, Gary “Pete”(Faye) Chambers of Williamsburg, Kentucky, Dennis Chambers of Hazard, Kentucky, Brenda (Tim) Douglas of Toledo, Ohio, and Debbie (Larry) Long of Maumee, Ohio; grandchildren, Jesse (Erica) Chambers, Danny (Stephanie) Thomas, Brooke (Ryan) Davidson, Holly Douglas, Hannah Douglas, Andrew Douglas, Kayla Long, Katelyn Long, and Adelynn Long; along with a great extent of loving great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and many other significant family members and special friends.
Visitation will be at 11:00 AM until the funeral hour on Sunday, June 18, at the Croley Funeral Home Chapel.
Funeral service will be at 2:00 PM on Sunday, June 18, 2023 at the Croley Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Tyler Jones and Rev. Ronnie Rose officiating.
He will be laid to rest in the Clearfork Baptist Church Cemetery.
Croley Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

A team, a dream, and one night that changed everything

June 10, 2023. That date will surely be etched into the hearts and minds of the people of Whitley County for decades to come. It will be remembered, now and forever, as the day that the 2023 Colonels baseball team came together one last time to achieve the impossible and secure a Kentucky High School Athletic Association State Championship title. (more…)

Main Squeeze Lemonade Stand Contest being held Friday in downtown Williamsburg

Williamsburg’s first new event of the year is coming Friday, and if you like lemonade, it may be just the event for you.

The Main Squeeze Lemonade Stand Contest is coming to the Green Space on Main from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., where enterprising young citizens will be vying for the title of Williamsburg’s “Main” Squeeze. While the stands are expected to have lemonade available for those in attendance, the competition is specifically for the best decorated stand.

Contestants must be 12 years of age or under.

All lemonade served during the event must be made at home beforehand and brought to the site due to health department regulations. However, ice or garnishes can be added to the cups while at the event.

Cups will be provided to contestants, though you may bring your own.

Those wishing to compete must register beforehand. To register for the event, contact Williamsburg Main Street Manager Jonathan Wyatt at (606) 280-0872. The deadline to register is Friday at noon.

Wyatt said there will be specific criteria for judging of the stands and urged those who compete to “be creative.”

Following the contest will be the season’s first Movie in the Park at Bill Woods Park. The new Super Mario Bros. animated film will be showing during the event, which will begin at dusk.

In the case of inclement weather, the contest will be postponed until the next Movie in the Park on July 14.

W’burg man accused of DUI, nearly hitting police vehicle

A Williamsburg man allegedly drove while intoxicated and almost struck a police vehicle before fleeing from a sheriff’s deputy and resisting arrest, according to his arrest citation.

New human rights rally being planned in the wake of recent row at Corbin’s Sanders Park

Following a June 3 PRIDE rally in downtown Corbin that ended with what appeared to be a gun being brandished, a new protest/march is being organized for later this month.

Recap: WCHS baseball overcomes the odds to emerge as 2023 KHSAA state champions

“It can be done.” That is what Whitley County Baseball Head Coach Jeremy Shope said after his Colonels defeated Shelby County, 2-1, in the finals of this year’s Kentucky High School Athletic Association State Championship Tournament. (more…)

Master Commissioner Sales 6-14-2023

MASTER COMMISSIONER SALES

In order to comply with the orders of the Whitley Circuit Court, the Master Commissioner will sell the property described in the following action(s) on MONDAY, JUNE 19, 2023 at the hour of 12:00 noon, at the door of the Whitley County Judicial Center, (new courthouse), 100 Main Street, Williamsburg, Kentucky.

For each sale- individually: The said property shall be sold to raise the amounts hereinafter set forth, together with interest and the costs of the action, and upon the (unless otherwise indicated) following terms and conditions.

(A)  At the time of sale the successful bidder shall either pay cash or make a deposit of 10% of the purchase price with the balance on credit for thirty (30) days. In the event the successful bidder desires or elects to credit the balance, he or she will be required to post bond and furnish an acceptable surety thereon. Said bond shall be for the unpaid purchase price and bear interest at the rate the judgment bears, from the date of sale until paid in full, and shall have the force and effect of a judgment. The bond interest rate charged on any unpaid balance is listed for each case shown in Upcoming Sales.

(B)  The purchaser shall be required to assume and pay all taxes or assessments upon the property for the (2023) year and all subsequent years after this sale. All other delinquent taxes or assessments upon the property for prior years shall be paid from the sale proceeds if properly claimed in writing and filed of record by the purchaser within ten (10) days from the date of sale.

(C)  The property shall otherwise be sold free and clear of any right, title, and interest of all parties to the action and of their liens and encumbrances thereon, excepting easements and restrictions of record in the Whitley County Court Clerk’s Office and such right of redemption as may exist in favor of the United States of America or the defendant(s).

(D) If the property does not bring two-thirds of its appraised value, a six (6) month right of redemption will exist pursuant to KRS 426.530 (revised July 15, 2014).

THE FOLLOWING PROPERTIES WILL BE SOLD:

COMMONWEALTH OF KENTUCKY, 34TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, WHITLEY CIRCUIT COURT, DIVISION NO. II, CIVIL ACTION NO. 22-CI-500, UBank, f/k/a Union Bank of Jellico, Plaintiff vs. Melody Leach aka Melody Lynn Leach, single; and Whitley County, Kentucky, Defendants. Pursuant to a Judgment and Order of Sale entered by the Whitley Circuit Court on March 21, 2023; The In Rem judgment against the Defendants, plus costs, is as follows: The total sum in the amount of $66,652.09 as of March 10, 2023, plus interest thereon at the daily rate of $12.86 until paid in full. TRACT I: Property Address: 496 Ancil Leach Hollow Road, Williamsburg, KY 40769; Parcel/Map ID#:  168-00-00-007.01- Containing 8 and one-half acres, more or less. TRACT II: Property Address: 275 Ancil Leach Hollow Road, Williamsburg, KY 40769; Parcel/Map ID#:  168-00-00-007.00- Containing four (4) acres, more or less. THESE PROPERTIES WILL BE SOLD TOGETHER AS ONE (1) SALE AND ONE (1) DEED WILL BE GIVEN. THERE ARE EXCEPTIONS TO THE ABOVE PARCELS. APPRAISAL: $75,000.00

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COMMONWEALTH OF KENTUCKY, 34TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, WHITLEY CIRCUIT COURT, DIVISION NO. I, CIVIL ACTION NO. 22-CI-092, Lakeview Loan Servicing, LLC, Plaintiff vs. Delphia Sweney, et al, Defendants. Pursuant to a Judgment and Order of Sale entered by the Whitley Circuit Court on November 7, 2022, and subsequent Orders entered March 7, 2023 and May 9, 2023; The In Rem judgment against the Defendants, plus costs, is as follows: The principal sum in the amount of $57,477.81, plus interest on the principal sum at the rate of 4.75% per annum from January 1, 2021 until paid; plus costs and fees of this actions; plus reimbursement for attorney’s fees; sums advanced in payment of property preservation; plus late fees, costs, attorney’s fees, and other advances made; plus any other amounts permitted. Property Address: 409 Florence Avenue, Corbin, KY 40701. Parcel/Map ID#:  137-32-18-002-00   APPRAISAL: $85,000.00

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COMMONWEALTH OF KENTUCKY, 34TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, WHITLEY CIRCUIT COURT, DIVISION NO. II, CIVIL ACTION NO. 19-CI-514, Randy Abbott and his wife Shirley Abbott, Plaintiffs vs. Sherry L. Jones; Community Trust Bank, Inc. and Whitley County, Kentucky, Defendants. Pursuant to a Judgment and Order of Sale on behalf of the defendant/counterclaimant and cross-claimant, Community Trust Bank, Inc., entered by the Whitley Circuit Court on March 6, 2023, and a subsequent Order entered May 11, 2023; The In Rem judgment against the Defendants, plus costs, is as follows: The principal sum in the amount of $25,479.48, plus unpaid interest of $40.32, plus late charges of $225.00, plus Forced Placed Insurance of $781.19, plus legal fees of $6,124.43, for a total payoff of $32,650.42, plus interest and accruing daily at a rate of $5.7590605 or 8.25% (as of November 9, 2022). Property Address: 592 Wofford Cemetery Road, Williamsburg, KY 40769. Parcel/Map ID#:  #127-00-00-008.00     APPRAISAL: $62,500.00

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COMMONWEALTH OF KENTUCKY, 34TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, WHITLEY CIRCUIT COURT, DIVISION NO. II, CIVIL ACTION NO. 21-CI-357, William D. Morgan and Karen Morgan, his wife, Plaintiffs vs. Kevin Craine, Administrator of the Estate of Carolyn Morgan; and Unknown Spouse of Carolyn Morgan, Defendants. Pursuant to a Judgment and Order of Sale entered by the Whitley Circuit Court on March 24, 2023, and Orders entered March 2, 2023 and May 2, 2023; The judgment against the Defendants, plus costs, is as follows: The judgment is for a land partition pursuant to Orders of the Court, and the balance of the sale proceeds shall be distributed as indicated in the judgment herein. TRACT I: Property Address: 852 McKeehan Crossing Road, KY 40701; Parcel/Map ID#:  086-00-00-044.02; Containing approximately 2 acres more or less; Being the same property conveyed to Raleigh Morgan and Cindy Morgan by a deed from George Woods and Grace Woods dated October 17, 1997, of record in Deed Book 396, Page 303, Whitley County Clerk’s Office. TRACT II: Property Address: 852 McKeehan Crossing Road, KY 40701; Parcel/Map ID#:  086-00-00-044.02D1; Containing approximately 1 acre more or less; Being the same property conveyed to Raleigh Morgan and Cinda Morgan by a deed from Elizabeth Day dated April 8, 1998, of record in Deed Book 400, Page 413, Whitley County Clerk’s Office. THESE PROPERTIES WILL BE SOLD TOGETHER AS ONE (1) SALE AND ONE (1) DEED WILL BE GIVEN. AN APPRAISAL WAS NOT REQUIRED FOR THIS SALE.

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Dated this 5th day of June, 2023.

HOWARD O. MANN, MASTER COMMISSIONER

WHITLEY CIRCUIT COURT

P.O. BOX 1344, CORBIN, KY 40702

PHONE: 606-528-0616

Legal Notices for 6-14-2023

PUBLIC NOTICE

Notice is hereby given that The Forest Corporation d/b/a Forest Hills Shopping Center has filed an application with the Energy and Environment Cabinet to construct two (2) clear span bridges approximately 40 feet in length at points along Bacon Creek for the purpose of connecting property owned by The Forest Corporation. The property is located at 1019 Cumberland Falls Highway (U.S. 25 W), Corbin, Kentucky approximately 1.9 miles east of Interstate 75 Exit 25 and approximately 0.9 miles west of the intersection of U.S. 25 W and KY 26. Any comments or objections can be submitted via email to DOWfloodplain@ky.gov Kentucky Division of Water, Floodplain Management Section, 300 Sower Blvd., Frankfort, KY 40601. Call 502.564.3410 with questions.

NOTICE OF INTENTION TO MINE

Pursuant to Application Number

918-0504 AM-2

In accordance with KRS 350.070 notice is hereby given that Alden Resources LLC 332 West Cumberland Gap Parkway, Suite 100, Corbin, Kentucky 40701 has applied for a permit for an amendment to an existing permit for a surface, auger/highwall coal mining and reclamation operation. The amendment will add 80.23 surface acres and 90.65 Auger/HWM acres affecting 503.56 acres located 5.25 miles east of Rockholds in Whitley & Knox Counties.

The proposed amendment area is approximately 5.25 miles east of Rockholds in Whitley & Knox County Kentucky, and is approximately 0.64 miles east of KY 1064 junction with Terrell Hollow Road.

The proposed amendment is located on the Rockholds, KY 7½ minute quadrangle map.  The amendment area will use a combination of contour, and auger/highwall miner methods of surface mining.  The surface mining area to be disturbed by the amendment is owned by Freda Mae Brock, Garry Jr. & Amber Inman, Vickie Sams, George Williams & Judy Burns, Brian Elliott, Rita Singleton, & Ella McCreary, Harold Grant, Jerry McKinley, Gary Grant, Ray Decker, Arthur Foley, Verna Decker, and Kristina Hensley.

The application has been filed for public inspection at the Department for Surface Mining and Reclamation and Enforcement’s, Middlesboro Regional Office, 1804 East Cumberland Avenue, Middlesboro, Kentucky 40965-1229.  Written comments, objections or requests for a permit conference must be filed with the Director, Division of Mine Permits, 300 Sower Boulevard, 2nd Floor Frankfort, Kentucky 40601.

Ribbon cutting held Tuesday afternoon for Pepsi Cola’s facility at business park

When Pepsi Cola Bottling Company located their newest facility inside the Southern Kentucky Business Park in Corbin, one thing they purposefully did was build it to accommodate growth.

Tuesday was a big day for Pepsi Cola Bottling Company of Corbin, which held a ribbon cutting ceremony for their new distribution center, located in the Southern Kentucky Business Park. Top, Pepsi Cola Corbin Chairwoman of the Board Diane Gabay and President Mary Walker cut the ribbon in front of the facility.

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