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National historic district is almost a reality; possible mural for W’burg

Sometime over the next couple of months, Williamsburg will likely receive final approval for the formation of its national historic district. 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?...
Posted On 23 Jan 2019

Electrical issue suspected as cause of Tuesday morning trailer fire

By the time Patterson Creek Volunteer Fire Department was notified Tuesday morning, this trailer had already been totally destroyed. Fire completely destroyed a trailer Tuesday morning at a home near the intersection of Highway 1064 and Mays Cemetery Road. Read this story and...
Posted On 23 Jan 2019

Sizzlin’ Hot offering free meal Jan. 23-24 for impacted federal workers

A Williamsburg restaurant is offering a free meal on Wednesday, Jan. 23, and Thursday, Jan. 24, to federal workers impacted by the partial government shutdown. Sizzlin Hot Bar and Grill, which is located inside the Cumberland Regional Mall, posted on its Facebook page Wednesday...
Posted On 23 Jan 2019

Businesses, churches vow to help federal employees

With the partial government shutdown stretching into its 33rd day today, local churches and even one utility company, are offering assistance to federal government employees affected by the shutdown. Grace on the Hill United Methodist Church in Corbin is opening its food bank to...

Free Hep A vaccinations available Thursday at W’burg City Hall

Whitley County Health Department Interim Director Tamara Phelps gave Williamsburg Mayor Roddy Harrison the first of his two-part Hepatitis A vaccination during a free clinic Tuesday afternoon at Williamsburg City Hall. Thanks to a joint effort between the City of Williamsburg,...
Posted On 23 Jan 2019

Grand jury indicts 42-year-old man for sending naked pictures to 13-year-old girl

A Whitley County Grand Jury has indicted a Williamsburg man, who was arrested on Christmas Eve after allegedly sending nude pictures to a teenage girl and offering to pay her money to engage in a sexual act, according to court documents. Read this story and more for just $.99...
Posted On 23 Jan 2019

Corbin Schools to host forums addressing e-cigarette use

The Corbin Independent Schools is working to put together a series of informational forums at the end of February regarding “vaping,” it’s possible dangers, and prevalence in the school system. School Superintendent Dave Cox said the school system decided to get on top of the...

W’burg man arrested after meth found in vehicle he was driving

A Williamsburg man is behind bars after a Whitley County Sheriff’s deputy found four grams of suspected methamphetamine in his vehicle, according to a sheriff’s department release. About 6 p.m. on Jan. 15, Deputy Jonas Saunders was patrolling on Highway 1804 when he made contact...
Posted On 23 Jan 2019

Whitley County couple arrested for methamphetamine trafficking

Two Whitley County residents are behind bars after police found 10 grams of a form of suspected methamphetamine known as “ice,” which is an extremely pure and potent form of the drug. Whitley County Sheriff’s Deputy Jonas Saunders arrested Benita Smith, who is also known as...
Posted On 23 Jan 2019

Two Lily residents among five indicted in connection with marijuana oil, gummies

Two Lily residents are among five people indicted Friday in Laurel County in connection with more than 50 pounds of marijuana sheriff’s deputies recovered at a residence on Ky. 229 in October. Read this story and more for just $.99 cents today, or subscribe to get access every...