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Sheiriff’s Dept. seeks W’burg man on theft related charges

The Whitley County Sheriff's Department is asking for the public's assistance in locating a Williamsburg man, who is wanted on two outstanding warrants.

Posted On 28 Apr 2012

Whitley to get $22.5 million in state road funds

Whitley County will receive roughly $22.5 million in funding for local road projects as part of a funding plan, passed by the Kentucky General Assembly, and signed into law by Gov. Steve Beshear last week.

Family organizes race to help local man who needs second kidney transplant

On May 19th at 6:00 pm, people throughout the tri-county area will gather at the CHS track in Corbin in support of Rick McKiddy at the Transplant Hope for Rick 2-Mile Run/Walk.

Posted On 25 Apr 2012
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Second Annual NIBROC Just Lose It competition gets off to good start

At least 115 people have signed on to fight the battle of the bulge in the second annual Nibroc Just Lose It competition.

About 250 turn out for annual Laurel Lake Cleanup

About 250 volunteer descended on Laurel Lake this past Saturday - but it wasn't to swim or fish or enjoy a leisurely day on the houseboat.

Gas leak forces closure of Barbourville Street in Corbin Monday

Corbin Cities Utilities workers in the process of upgrading sewer lines had to make an emergency repair to a gas line near the intersection of Barbourville and Hamlin streets that was damaged in the process.

Hart reinstated as Corbin High School softball coach Monday

After briefly being relieved of his duties as Corbn High School softball coach last week, Chris Hart has been reinstated and will resume his coaching duties this week, according to Corbin Independent Schools Superintendent Ed McNeel.

Posted On 20 Apr 2012
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Tourism Commission makes decision on some funding requests

Three days after putting off decisions on over $130,000 worth of funding requests for various events and activities, the Corbin Tourism and Convention Commission voted last Thursday on the fate of several of the requests.

Final pill conspiracy defendant sentenced in federal court

James A. Meradith the final defendant involved in the 2011 Fritts family pill conspiracy was sentenced by U.S. District Court Judge Gregory Van Tatenhove to 33 months in prison on drug charges. Once released, Meradith will serve 36 months of supervised release.

Posted On 18 Apr 2012
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EXCLUSIVE VIDEO:County Attorney candidates offer their solutions, plans at forum

How does Whitley County end its backlog of 4,800 cases on the district court docket? When, if ever, is it permissible to require someone to make a donation to a police department in exchange for charges being lowered or dismissed? Should felony drug cases ever be plea...

Posted On 18 Apr 2012