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Corbin Police search for woman who attempted to pass counterfeit bills

Corbin Police are continuing to search for two women, who reportedly attempted to pass a counterfeit $100 bill at four local businesses last week. Corbin Police Lt. Coy Wilson, the department’s public affairs officer, said the women attempted to pass the counterfeit bill at...

Laurel Co. deputies asking for public’s help concerning stolen debit card

Laurel County Sheriff’s deputies are asking for the public’s help to identify the individuals who reportedly used a stolen debit card to purchase items from a store in southern Laurel County. Deputy Gilbert Acciardo, the department’s public affairs officer, said the incident...

Traffic stop leads to meth arrests in Keavy

A traffic stop of two motorcyclists early Monday morning in the Keavy area resulted in their arrests on methamphetamine-related charges. Laurel County Sheriff’s deputies arrested Christopher Clontz, 29, of London, and Richard Cole, 26, of London, following the traffic stop on Ky....

Gray man charged with shooting at father

A Gray man was arrested Friday afternoon for allegedly firing a handgun into the ground near his father. Knox County Sheriff’s deputies charged Orlando D. Gray, 22, with one count of first-degree wanton endangerment. Sheriff Mike Smith and deputies were called to the residence on...

Gray man charged with endangering four-year-old

A Gray man was arrested Saturday night after Knox County Sheriff’s deputies found his four-year-old child walking along U.S. 25E near Barbourville. Darrell Myrick, 62, is facing one count of second-degree wanton endangerment. Deputy William Stewart, the department’s public...

Harlem Globetrotters returning to Corbin

The sweet sound of “Sweet Georgia Brown” will be pouring through The Arena in Corbin on July 21 as the Harlem Globetrotters return to the venue. Tickets for the event featuring the world-famous basketball team will go on sale on Friday at The Arena box office and at...

New Mitch McConnell State Director Robbin Taylor meets with local officials

New Mitch McConnell State Director Robbin Taylor met with several local officials and citizens on June 8th to discuss challenges facing the Corbin and Williamsburg area. Ms. Taylor met with Corbin Mayor Suzie Razmus, State Senator Robert Stivers, Bruce Carpenter, Judge Pat White...
Posted On 21 Jun 2021
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2020 graduates to finally receive a prom

“No matter what I have to do, I am going to give these kids a senior prom even if I had to do it in my own backyard.” That was what Jina LaFary, of Jina LaFary Photography, told her business partner Keisha Amburgey, of Elegant Moments by Keisha. Together, the duo owns and operate...

Yamacraw Trail 20k run drew 147 runners in McCreary County

The Yamacraw Trail 20K race traverses the Daniel Boone National Forest and Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area in McCreary County, Kentucky. This year’s race took place on May 22nd when 147 total runners were treated to some of the most beautiful trails in...
Posted On 19 Jun 2021

New ‘handle with care’ policy designed to help traumatized students

Police officers routinely respond to calls about domestic disputes, which often involve parents having verbal and many times physical confrontations right in front of their children, which many times leaves their children traumatized by what they have seen and heard. When those...
Posted On 18 Jun 2021