Member Login | Contact Us | Call Us Today! 1-606-528-9767 | info@thenewsjournal.net
default-logo

Corbin eats more chicken

Chick-fil-A’s mobile food truck made a stop at the Corbin Lowe’s on Monday. People lined up to order from the restaurant’s limited menu, which included fan favorites, such as the Chick-fil-A sandwich, the spicy chicken sandwich, chicken nuggets and chicken wraps. The food truck...

AG finds Whitley Co. Detention Center in violation of Open Records Act

The Whitley County Detention Center was found to be in violation of the Kentucky Open Records Act when it failed to respond in writing to a request for records, denied portions of the request without explanation, and delayed providing records beyond the statutory response period...

Photo Gallery: Green Dot Bicycle Rodeo

Whitley County Spokespeople Bicycle Club hosted a Green Dot Bicycle Rodeo for children ages 2-10 years old on May 20 at Bill Woods Park in Williamsburg. The event promoted bicycle safety by giving away safety instructions, free helmet fittings and goody bags.
Posted On 28 May 2021

One struck in head with lawn statue, other shot in stomach during altercation

One person involved in a Wednesday evening altercation in far southern Whitley County allegedly got bashed in the head with a lawn decoration, and the other got shot in the abdomen, according to the Whitley County Sheriff’s Department. Read this story and more for just $.99 cents...
Posted On 27 May 2021

Speed, alcohol blamed as factors in fatal Rockholds crash

A Rockholds man was less than one mile from his home when he was killed in a fatal crash early Wednesday evening. “Speed and alcohol were definitely a factor,” said Whitley County Sheriff’s Sgt. Jonas Saunders, who was the investigating officer. Read this story and more for just...
Posted On 27 May 2021

Firestone announces $51 million expansion in Williamsburg that will create 250 additional jobs

An additional 250 manufacturing jobs will be coming to Williamsburg as Bridgestone Americas announced a $51 million expansion of the Firestone Industrial Products plant on Thursday. Read this story and more for just $.99 cents today, or subscribe to get access every day! Please...

Corbin woman arrested for reckless homicide, DUI

A Corbin woman is facing homicide and DUI charges following a fatal crash in Clay County Wednesday afternoon. About 4:20 p.m., Kentucky State Police were notified by Clay County 911 about a single vehicle injury accident on KY 149 in the Manchester area of Clay County, which...
Posted On 27 May 2021

Photo Gallery: Whitley County Farmer’s Market

The Whitley County Farmer’s Market in Williamsburg kicked off on May 20 at Bill Woods Park. It will be open there every Thursday through the growing season from 5 – 7 p.m. The farmer’s market is also held every Tuesday at NIBROC Park in Corbin from 5 – 8 p.m. The...
Posted On 27 May 2021

Photo Gallery: Splash pad opens for season…

The Corbin Splash Pad opened for the season beginning May 25. The splash pad will be open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and on Sundays from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. Children 12 and younger must be accompanied by a parent. There is no charge to use the facility. The...

Helton arraigned in federal court, trial set to begin July 27

A Corbin man accused of attempting to kidnap a three-year-old from his yard made his initial appearance in U.S. District Court on Monday. Ronnie L. Helton, 73, pleaded not guilty to the charge at his arraignment before U.S. Magistrate Judge Hanly A. Ingram. Ingram appointed...