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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...

Medical staff at Baptist Health Corbin award 22 academic scholarships

Each year the medical staff at Baptist Health Corbin award scholarships to recognize and reward academic accomplishments of healthcare students. “These scholarships are awarded to students from the Tri-County area in order to keep our greatest resources close to home,” said David...
Posted On 20 Aug 2023
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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...

Photo Gallery: 2023 NIBROC Parade

NIBROC took over Corbin once again last week with a variety of activities, including the annual parade.
Posted On 17 Aug 2023

Dayspring Health unveils details of new comprehensive medical facility in W’burg

More than a year after Dayspring Health purchased a portion of the Cumberland Regional Mall, work is finally underway to turn the space into a comprehensive medical facility geared toward servicing the needs of the people around it. Dr. Geogy Thomas, Dayspring chief executive...

WARTA donates to Backpack Feeding Program

The Whitley Area Retired Teachers Association (WARTA) donated $800 to the Corbin Area Backpack Feeding Program at their July meeting. This is an annual project of WARTA to support the program that supplies meals to over 800 students of the Corbin, Whitley, and Knox County school...
Posted On 12 Aug 2023
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W’Burg Housing hosts Back to School Bash Foam Party

 Photos by TIMOTHY WYATT  The Housing Authority of Williamsburg, along with several local sponsors, held a Back to School Bash Foam Party last Wednesday outside the housing’s main office at Brush Arbor. Area students were invited to partake in a number of activities, including a...

Band of Heathens bringing unique brand of rock to NIBROC stage

Of the many talented bands who are set to perform live at the 2023 NIBROC Festival in downtown Corbin, Band of Heathens certainly stands out in terms of their unique look and feel. Their sound, which is an eclectic mix of rock, blues, country, and even a little bluegrass, has...

Whitley County ReadyFest gets students set for coming school year

Photos by TIMOTHY WYATT  There was a variety of free items available for students during the annual Whitley County ReadyFest Monday at the Whitley County Intermediate School. The yearly event helps provide students with items they may need for the upcoming school year as well as...

The Mint Gaming Hall Cumberland Run open for business in Corbin

The Mint Gaming Hall Cumberland Run off the bypass in Corbin held a soft opening Wednesday, which was attended by several local dignitaries. It is now open seven days a week from 10 a.m. – midnight. The facility features 50 historical wagering machines, food and drinks. The...
Posted On 27 Jul 2023