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Multiple black bears seen on west side of Corbin

Black bears are regularly seen in Whitley County, but within the last week several residents have reportedly encountered them just blocks away from downtown Corbin. Lisa Walker, who lives on West Fifth Street near the intersection with Arnold Street, was able to snap a picture of...

Oak Ridge Boys to play The Arena in November

The men who made “Elvira” a household name in 1981 are coming to The Arena in Corbin on November 23. The Oak Ridge Boys, whose iconic hit went to number 1 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles Chart and peaked at number 5 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart later that year will perform...

Second Cumberland Valley Cruise-in of 2018 to be held Saturday

The second Cumberland Valley Cruise-In of 2018 will roll into downtown Corbin Saturday. Chris McQueen, one of the event organizers, said classic and custom cars, trucks and motorcycles will be on display along Main Street from 4 to 8 p.m. “Our cruise–in keeps growing year by...

W’Burg finances good, but no employee raises for now

Overall the finances for the city of Williamsburg are looking pretty good for the upcoming fiscal year that starts July 1, with general fund revenue up slightly but city employees aren’t projected to get a pay raise. Read this story and more for just $.99 cents today, or...
Posted On 06 Jun 2018

W’burg block parties kick off Friday with ‘Off the Clock’

Once again this summer you don’t have to go any further than Bill Woods Park in Williamsburg most Friday nights to find either free live concerts or free movies in the park. “I am looking forward to another great summer of fun with our block parties and movies in the park and all...
Posted On 06 Jun 2018

Routine traffic stop leads to four arrests for suspected crystal meth

A routine traffic stop late Sunday evening lead to the arrest of four Williamsburg residents on charges of drug trafficking and engaging in organized crime. Monday afternoon, Whitley District Judge Fred White entered not guilty pleas for Freddie Lee Akers, 54, Joseph Tye, 34,...
Posted On 06 Jun 2018

Wrigley Tap Room hosting fundraising night Thursday for Carnegie Center project

The non-profit group dedicated to restoring and preserving Corbin’s old Carnegie Library building is partnering with a downtown Corbin restaurant in order to raise money for the project. The Wrigley Taproom and Eatery will be hosting a special fundraising night for the Carnegie...

Corbin Police investigating vandalism at 312 boat ramp picnic area

Corbin Police are asking for the public’s help to find the individual(s) responsible for the vandalism at the picnic area at the Ky. 312 boat ramp. Police say the incident occurred between the hours of midnight and 8 a.m. Monday. Rail fences were torn apart and set on fire. A...

Man drowns Saturday at Laurel Lake

One person drown Saturday afternoon at the beach at the Laurel Lake spillway. Emergency personnel were called to the scene off of Ky. 1193 at approximately 3 p.m. Officials said bystanders were able to pull the man, identified as Alfonzo Sanchez-Gonzalez, 42, of Lexington out of...

Child airlifted to UK after being struck by train

A 12-year-old suffered multiple injuries when he was struck by a train in southern Laurel County Friday night. Laurel County Sheriff’s deputies, firefighters and emergency personnel were called to the scene off of Robinson Creek Road at approximately 8:35 p.m.. Deputy Gilbert...