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Public’s help sought to help solve Jones Pit Stop burglary

The Whitley County Sheriff’s Department is asking for assistance from members of the Emlyn community to help solve an early Sunday morning crime. The sheriff’s department is asking all members of the Emlyn community that have security cameras on their property to check them for...
Posted On 25 Jan 2023

Corbin man facing multiple charges stemming from short vehicle chase

A Corbin man is being held in the Whitley County Detention Center in lieu of a $2,500 bond after allegedly leading police on a short pursuit while driving intoxicated and going more than twice the legal speed limit, according to an arrest citation. Read this story and more for...
Posted On 25 Jan 2023

County Judge Exec. talks equipment upgrades, road projects and more at Rotary Club meeting

Getting some upgraded equipment for the road department, working to obtain federal disaster funds, the need to expand broadband service, and improvements to the county fairgrounds were just some of the topics that Whitley County Judge Executive Pat White, Jr. addressed during a...

Laurel County Grand Jury issues superseding indictment for fetal murder

A superseding indictment has been handed down against a London woman, who was the driver in a fatal single-vehicle crash in June 2022. Read this story and more for just $.99 cents today, or subscribe to get access every day! Please login to view this content. Not a Member? Join Us

Changes made to plans for WCHS stadium renovations

An audible is being called on the Whitley County High School’s athletic improvement project for the football field due to a lack of bids for a portion of the project. The Whitley County Board of Education met for their monthly meeting Thursday, where board members were presented...

Would-be burglar held at gunpoint until police arrive

Thanks to a well-placed trail camera, a Woodbine property owner held a would-be burglar at gunpoint Sunday evening until police arrived at the scene to secure the suspect, according to an arrest citation. Read this story and more for just $.99 cents today, or subscribe to get...
Posted On 25 Jan 2023

UC announces Fall 2022 President’s List, Dean’s List

In recognition of academic performance, the Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs at University of the Cumberlands has announced the students named to the President’s List and the Dean’s List for the Fall 2022 semester. To be eligible for the President’s...
Posted On 25 Jan 2023

Tri-County Elks Lodge assists with flood relief

After a successful fundraising effort to support eastern Kentucky flood survivors, the Tri-County Elks Lodge #2826 presented a check to David Robinson, Fleming Neon Middle School principal, and JD Hall, Fleming Neon Middle School student (pictured). Fleming Middle School is home...
Posted On 23 Jan 2023
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WHS, UC grad gains recognition for her confectionery creations

A Williamsburg woman has taken her love of baking sweet treats to the next level after recently being selected to have a picture of one of her cakes published in a book along with other remarkable creations from all over the country.

Alicyn Croley initiated into Omicron Delta Kappa

Williamsburg native Alicyn Croley was recently initiated into the Transylvania University Circle of Omicron Delta Kappa (ODK), the National Leadership Honor Society. The Society welcomed 1,085 new initiates from 45 universities during November 2022. Students initiated into the...
Posted On 20 Jan 2023
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