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Whitley County Fiscal Court Dumpster Program returns in 2021

Got an old couch that you want to get rid of, but the garbage man won’t haul it off? Did you get a new dishwasher for Christmas, but aren’t sure exactly what do about that old one sitting in the corner of the kitchen? Are those cardboard boxes that Christmas presents came in...
Posted On 09 Jan 2021

Journey to 320 miles officially begins

A Corbin man’s 320-mile journey began at 10 a.m. on Friday beside the Corbin High School Track. Zack Horvath began his 77-hour run with a mission to complete 320 miles. This run comes after an injury ended his Dec. 12 attempt to unofficially break the record. Horvath’s run is...

Answering some questions about COVID-19 vaccine

When can you get the COVID-19 vaccine? How will you know when you can get it? Where will you be able to get it? These are all questions that people are asking when it comes to getting vaccinated against COVID-19. In recent days, Gov. Andy Beshear and Dr. Steven Stack,...

Tax tips for students

Income tax season is approaching, and students may want to consider these tips from the Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority (KHEAA) to help the tax preparation process go more smoothly. “One of my top priorities as governor is making higher education more accessible to...
Posted On 08 Jan 2021
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Baptist Health Corbin welcomes 1st baby of 2021

Baptist Health Corbin is proud to announce the first baby born in the hospital in 2021! Meet Marcie, born at 11:27 a.m. on New Year’s Day. New parents Sierra and Michael were so excited to welcome their new 6 lb., 13 oz. baby girl into the world today.  Congratulations to the...

Keavy man charged with leaving scene of accident, DUI in Corbin

A Keavy man is facing DUI and alcohol intoxication charges after police say he left the scene of a wreck on East Wyrick Street in Corbin early Wednesday morning Knox County Sheriff’s Deputy Bobby Jones, Jr. arrested Brandon Lee Morgan, 26, after he was located at a residence on...

Whitley, Laurel health departments post links to COVID vaccine interest form

Whitley and Laurel county health departments have both published links on their respective Facebook pages where individuals, at least 70 years old, can go to join interest lists to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Whitley County The Whitley County Health Department is allowing...

Skating into the new year

      Gerry’s Roller Rink in Corbin reopened to a full house Friday night. The rink had been closed for 10 months because of the COVID–19 pandemic. Owner Norma Parks said she decided it was time to reopen after officials in Frankfort failed to give her any guidance...

13-year-old stabs 16-year-old after dispute escalates

A 13-year-old male was charged with first-degree assault after allegedly stabbing a 16-year-old male in the face at least twice on Dec. 28, according to a Williamsburg Police Department Facebook post. Williamsburg Police Detective David Rowe and Officer Greg Rhoades investigated...

‘Patriot Rally to Stop the Election Fraud’ ends with Moss announcing his run for U.S. Senate

Trump supporters rallied at Briar Creek Park in Williamsburg on Wednesday to protest alleged election fraud during the presidential election in November. About 10 cars arrived at the park as part of a parade that travelled from Dog Patch Shopping Center in London to Williamsburg....