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Whitley County family’s home destroyed by fire Monday

A house fire in the Rockholds community of Whitley County Monday morning resulted in the structure being a total loss. The house was located on Slusher Cemetery Road, just off of Tidal Wave Road, about two miles from KY 26. Although the cause of the blaze has still not been...

Laurel man arrested for drug trafficking, other offenses

An armed Lily man was arrested early Tuesday morning in southern Laurel County for various offenses, including drug trafficking. 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
Posted On 04 Jan 2023

New Williamsburg boutique brings homey feel to downtown

Among the many new businesses sprouting up around downtown Williamsburg is a little sister-owned shop that wants to make every customer feel like part of the family. JennieLyn Boutique, owned and operated by sisters Jennifer Baker and Amy Gray, is housed within a mostly...

W’burg FFA gets $5,000 grant

Williamsburg Independent School was recently awarded the “Rising Sun Initiative Grant” from the Kentucky Future Farmers of America (FFA) Foundation. The grant provided $5,000 to jumpstart a brand new agriculture program. “This grant will go towards establishing a strong...
Posted On 02 Jan 2023
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CHS teacher authors new book about survival, journey of faith

Imagine being in a boat with some friends out on the open water. Now imagine that a storm blows up suddenly, capsizing the boat and sending everyone into the cold waters. Imagine a strong current pulling you under, making it nearly impossible for you to keep your head above the...

Corbin Arena set to host several exciting shows in the New Year

The Corbin Arena has made several major announcements during the closing months of 2022, and tickets are still available for some high profile shows that are scheduled to take place after the New Year. Currently, Styx is slated to return to Corbin for a show at the Arena on...

Whitley County constables sworn into office

Whitley County Judge-Executive Pat White Jr. administered the oath of office to all four Whitley County constables on Dec. 20. Constable Lonnie Foley was sworn in for his ninth term in office. Constables Ron “Bubba” Bowling and Andy Moses were sworn in for their fourth terms as...
Posted On 30 Dec 2022
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Recycle your natural Christmas trees to provide fish habitat

Not sure what to do with that real Christmas tree now that the holiday is over? You could help improve Kentucky’s fisheries by donating your natural Christmas tree to the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources’ Christmas for the Fishes tree recycling program...
Posted On 30 Dec 2022
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Williamsburg doctor holds book signing

Dr. James Moss of Williamsburg recently held a signing for his first book “My Recovery Companion” at The Suds Barn & Boutique in downtown Williamsburg. The book details his 25-year journey with his stepdaughter, who became an addict during her adolescence. Above, Moss is seen...
Posted On 29 Dec 2022
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Whitley Cattleman’s Association holds annual Christmas Dinner

On Dec. 20, the Whitley County Cattlemen’s Association held its annual Christmas Dinner in the Whitley County High School cafeteria.