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Deputy rescues two young children through window

Whitley County Sheriff’s Deputy Brently Patrick was able to remove two very young children through the window of a house Sunday morning before confronting an allegedly intoxicated intruder, who was trying to force his way into a bedroom inside the residence to pick up his...
Posted On 15 Jun 2022

Southern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce luncheon sponsored by Forcht Bank Tuesday

The Southern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce held its monthly membership luncheon Tuesday, June 14 at the Corbin Center with Forcht Bank serving as sponsor. After a catered meal courtesy of Old Town Grill, Forcht Bank Regional President Mike Sharpe introduced the afternoon’s guest...

Closure of Circuit Court Clerk’s office in Corbin creating confusion

When it comes to the Whitley Circuit Clerk’s Office and the Whitley County Clerk’s Office, there is often quite a bit of confusion. People get the two offices confused “a lot,” noted Whitley County Clerk Carolyn Willis, who said it is “very, very common” for people to confuse the...
Posted On 15 Jun 2022

Five candidates have dropped out of races this election season

For the fifth time this election season, a candidate has withdrawn from a race in Whitley County. 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 15 Jun 2022

Large amount of meth seized in weekend arrest at Corbin home

An attempt to arrest a woman with multiple active warrants near Fifth Street Road in Corbin Saturday evening led to the discovery of drugs and the arrest of a total of five people on various charges. Read this story and more for just $.99 cents today, or subscribe to get access...
Posted On 15 Jun 2022

Williamsburg receiving $12,000 for Brush Arbor paving

Gov. Andy Beshear recently announced more than $2.8 million in Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) funding to give travelers a smoother, safer drive and to support economic development in local communities, including some funding headed to Whitley County. The June Department...
Posted On 14 Jun 2022
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Corbin Police Department answered over 1,000 calls in May

The Corbin Police Department answered 1,149 calls during the month of May. Officers issued 142 total citations for traffic or criminal offenses, and made 87 total arrests. Out of those arrests, there were 30 criminal arrests and 57 warrants served according to a Corbin Police...
Posted On 13 Jun 2022

Tree removal operations start Monday (June 13) on I-75 northbound in Whitley Co.

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists that a right lane closure will be in place on I-75 northbound (mile point 21) in Whitley County beginning Monday, June 13, from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. due to tree removal operations. KYTC asks motorists to be aware of the...
Posted On 12 Jun 2022
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Forcht Bank sponsoring June 14 Chamber luncheon

The Southern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce has announced the sponsor and guest speaker for their next chamber luncheon, being held Tuesday, June 14, at The Corbin Center. Forcht Bank will serve as sponsor for the luncheon, and the special guest will be Dennis Ritchie, Senior...
Posted On 12 Jun 2022
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Grace Health celebrates CMAA graduates

(Story by Rebekah Riggs) A cohort of 22 Grace Health employees gathered at 2nd and Main in Corbin recently to receive their Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) pins, signifying completion of the seven-week program and the certification exam. These employees worked...
Posted On 12 Jun 2022
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