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Regina Huff not seeking re-election in 2022, endorsing Nick Wilson

Whitley County and southern Laurel County voters will be electing a new 82nd Representative during the 2022 election 82nd Rep. Regina Huff announced on Facebook Monday evening that she won’t be seeking re-election to another term in office. “It has been a true privilege to serve...
Posted On 02 Nov 2021

Fundraisers set for pair of law enforcement veterans

If you like chili or spaghetti and you would like to help out a current or former law enforcement officer battling illness or disease then please keep reading. On Wednesday, Nov. 3, there will be a chili supper fundraiser for Kentucky State Police Commercial Vehicle Enforcement...
Posted On 31 Oct 2021

Chief Deputy Tim Baker announces plans to run for sheriff

Whitley County Sheriff’s Chief Deputy Tim Baker is the latest candidate to toss his hat in the ring in the 2022 sheriff’s race. “I have worked there a long time. I take a lot of pride in the office. I feel like I can help it move forward and do better,” Baker noted. Incumbent...
Posted On 31 Oct 2021

Retired KSP Trooper Scott Bunch announces plans to run for sheriff

Whitley County native Scott Bunch is joining a growing list of candidates, who have announced their intentions to run for sheriff next year in Whitley County. Bunch worked 21 years as a Kentucky State Police Trooper and has worked the last three years as a school resource officer...
Posted On 31 Oct 2021

Sav–Rite goes pink for Breast Cancer awareness

Sav–Rite Home Care in Corbin recently held an event in honor of breast cancer survivors, which it serves with a variety of mastectomy products. In addition to handing out goodie bags and T-shirts, the staff collected the names to decorate ornaments and hang on its tree in honor...

Sally Gap Pumpkin Patch

Sally Gap Pumpkin Patch in Williamsburg offers something for everyone. Fan favorites include the sweet treats, petting zoo, hay rides and the tricycle track. 

Hampton-Haigen Home now open in Corbin

Named after her two daughters, Hailee Farmer’s dream of owning a storefront has come to fruition in the form of Hampton-Haigen Home. “I thought I would just combine the names and make a store,” said Farmer, a Corbin native. The store, located on the corner of 6th Street and Depot...

Corbin Wild Health COVID-19 Testing Site relocated

The Wild Health COVID-19 Testing Site has relocated  to the Whitley County Health Department, which is located at 3750 Cumberland Falls Highway. It will be open on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 8 am to 3 pm. Walk-ins are welcome, however, you may be processed more...
Posted On 29 Oct 2021

Slide repair operations underway through Nov. 5 on a portion of KY 1277 in Whitley County

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists that slide repair operations started this morning Friday, Oct. 29, on a portion of KY 1277 at mile points 0.000-1.907 in Whitley County. A completion date for the slide operations is tentatively set for Friday, Nov. 5....
Posted On 29 Oct 2021

‘Advocacy in Southeastern Kentucky’ panel to commemorate anniversary of 1919 Corbin Expulsion

The University of Kentucky Appalachian Center and the Sunup Initiative will present a virtual panel Saturday titled “Advocacy in Southeastern Kentucky.” The event is in recognition and commemoration of the anniversary of the 1919 expulsion in Corbin. Advocates from various...
Posted On 29 Oct 2021