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Survivor update: Nick Wilson survives latest ‘Winners at War’ tribal council as vote eliminates one of his favorite players

Whitley County’s Nick Wilson set himself up as a target to be sent to the Edge of Extinction after his puzzle solving skills weren’t up to the job in the immunity challenge, but his ability to outwit hero and rival Tyson made the difference when their Dakal tribe cast their votes...

Former NYPD detective wants 9/11 Victims’ Fund to cover kidney failure

After the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attack on New York City, New York City police detective Rich Volpe was one of the thousands of first responders, who rushed to ground zero. What greeted him was a scene you might expect to see in a war zone. There were twisted pieces of steel...
Posted On 04 Mar 2020

Bid awarded on phase one of waterpark project

Williamsburg is moving ahead full steam with the first phase of its planned renovation and expansion of the Kentucky Splash Waterpark. 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 04 Mar 2020

Racing season to begin May 2 at Corbin Speedway

After months of preparation, the road of racing engines is scheduled to return to the historic Corbin Speedway on Cumberland Falls Hwy. on April 4. The duo of Joey Pittman and Jason Rayborn have been working since January to clean up and repair the one-half mile asphalt track...

Gray market robber, who killed bystander, pleads guilty to murder

A Michigan man has pleaded guilty to murder after he shot a fleeing bystander during a 2019 convenience store robbery in Gray. Phillip Lee Lewis, 26, of Flint, Michigan pleaded guilty during his pre-trial conference on Monday, March 2. He was set to go to trial the next day....
Posted On 04 Mar 2020
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Corbin Police say burglar took lottery tickets from Speedy Mart

A burglary at a Corbin area convenience store could pay off big for the thief who made off with the lottery ticket display and all of the tickets. 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...

Dallas Jones remembered fondly by former boss, co-owner at Hall-Watson Furniture

A Corbin native who spent more than 50 years at Hall-Watson Furniture, including 20 as the co-owner, has died. Dallas Jones passed away Saturday at Beech Tree Manor in Jellico, Tennessee at age 86. Jones spent 56 years working at the furniture store that was located on the corner...

Williamsburg man charged with assaulting his 77-year-old mother

A Williamsburg man was arrested for allegedly beating his 77-year-old mother, leaving her with a broken leg Saturday night. James D. Gipson, 40, is facing one count of second-degree assault – domestic violence. Read this story and more for just $.99 cents today, or subscribe to...

Teen last seen in Corbin featured on National Center for Missing and Exploited Children poster

A 16-year-old last seen in Corbin has been featured by the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. Guillermo Hernandez–Noyola’s picture and information was on the poster sent out to media outlets last Friday. According to the information provided, Noyola, who lives in...

Railroad crossing on Ky. 26 in Rockholds to be closed Wednesday

CSX Corporation will be closing the railroad crossing at KY 26 (mile point 5.461) in Whitley County on Wednesday, March 4 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Motorists may experience delays. A detour will be provided in an adjacent location. This message is provided as a courtesy of the...