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A nun, who ministered in Williamsburg during the 1980s doing adult education, is celebrating 75 years with her Congregation this year. Sister Joann Quinkert ministered as the director of adult education at the Friendship Center in Williamsburg from 1984-1989. Sister Joann is a...

Now in its third year, the Appalachian Gathering for Recovery Solutions brings people from across the addictions recovery landscape together to share ideas, resources, and hope. Since its inception, dozens of organizations have been involved as sponsors and presenters, and...

Several college students with local ties have been honored recently by their schools of higher learning. Samuel “Blake” McCullah University of the Cumberlands offers undergraduate students who have excelled academically an opportunity to complete significant research in their...

Photos by TIMOTHY WYATT Sharing knowledge: Last week, vo-ag students at Whitley County High School had a chance to welcome in some elementary-aged students and explain how things work at the high school’s greenhouse facility. During their visit, the younger students got the...

Both young and old came out Saturday to attend the first Cumberland Valley Cruise-In of the season in downtown Corbin.

A new restaurant is expected to open in downtown Williamsburg in the coming weeks. Ngoc Kitchen, an Asian-centric takeout spot, is currently preparing for its grand opening in a portion of the old Game Café location along Main Street. The eatery will feature a variety of Asian...

Staff and residents at Corbin Health and Rehabilitation Center joined Corbin Mayor Suzie Razmus Monday afternoon as she signed a proclamation declaring May 12-18 as National Skilled Nursing Care Week in the City of Corbin. The week is designed to honor the vital role that skilled...

Photo by TIMOTHY WYATT The Jacket Farmers Market, hosted at Bill Woods Park by the Williamsburg Independent FFA, kicked off its season last Thursday. Recent weather dampened the grand opening, but it will be held at a later date. The market is open Thursdays from 4-7 p.m.

For those who love BBQ and cars, there is an event this weekend in Williamsburg that is just for you. The third-annual BBQ in the Burg event is being held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Green Space on Main in downtown Williamsburg. The event will coincide with the first Cumberland...

Most people would be willing to donate a kidney for a spouse, sibling or child. Many people would be willing to donate a kidney to save the life of their best friend or even a good friend. But what about donating a kidney to someone, who you only really know socially or through...