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Michael W. Smith, Darci Lynne coming to The Corbin Arena Dec. 18

Corbin residents will be getting an early special Christmas treat this December thanks to renowned Christian music artist Michael W. Smith. Smith is coming to The Corbin Arena on Dec. 18 along with America’s Got Talent winner Darci Lynne for “A Very Special Christmas.” Tickets...
Posted On 13 Oct 2021

1,400 SOAR Summit participants landing in Corbin

Almost 1,400 participants have registered for the two-day SOAR (Shaping Our Appalachian Region) Summit in Corbin this week. SOAR was started by former Gov. Steve Beshear and Congressman Hal Rogers to champion local projects, programs, and advocacy for the 54 ARC (Appalachian...

W’burg’s Jeep Jamboree once again largest in the U.S., world

This week’s 28th Annual Gateway to the Cumberlands Jeep Jamboree will once again be the largest Jeep Jamboree in the United States and the world, according to acting Williamsburg Tourism Director Alvin Sharpe. About 275 Jeeps, including guides, and about 522 people are registered...
Posted On 13 Oct 2021

Fighting with deputies earns Gray man additional charges

Knox County Sheriff’s deputies say a Gray man, accused of firing multiple gunshots near a residence and then fighting with deputies that responded to the complaint, was under the influence of alcohol. Read this story and more for just $.99 cents today, or subscribe to get access...

Corbin police arrest man for assaulting homeowner

A Corbin man was arrested early Monday morning after, police say he hit a homeowner in the head with a flashlight as he attempted to elude officers by barging into the man’s home. Read this story and more for just $.99 cents today, or subscribe to get access every day! Please...

Whitley County has third highest COVID-19 incidence rate in state

The Whitley County Health Department announced 27 new cases of COVID-19 were diagnosed on Tuesday. Four of the cases were children. As of Tuesday, there were 215 active cases in Whitley County. The county’s vaccination rate was at 39.2 percent. Baptist Health Corbin officials...

UC Homecoming Oct. 22-23, week named Patriot Week

The University of the Cumberlands is planning a big homecoming celebration this year, including free carnival rides, and Williamsburg is planning to help with the celebration. During its regular monthly meeting Monday, the Williamsburg City Council approved a proclamation making...
Posted On 12 Oct 2021

Walk to end Alzheimer

The Southeastern Kentucky Walk to End Alzheimer was held Saturday morning in downtown Corbin. Participants began at Sanders Park and walked to NIBROC Park and then back to Sanders Park. Officials said 193 participants from 23 teams had signed up to take park.  

Corbin’s Main Street closed Wednesday for SOAR Reception

Corbin’s Main Street will be closed on Wednesday from 10 a.m. to midnight on Oct. 13 for the SOAR (Shaping Our Appalachian Region) Summit reception. Main Street will be closed from Fourth Street to Gordon Hill to accommodate outdoor seating for the more than 500 SOAR Summit...

Williamsburg Fall Clean-Up starts today, Oct. 11

Do you have an old couch that you need to get rid of or a garage full of junk that your wife has been after you to clean out, but you have nowhere to take it? If the answer to any of these questions is yes, and you live in Williamsburg, then you are in luck. The City of...
Posted On 11 Oct 2021