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Corbin welcomes new business to its downtown area

The Local Laser Company, which is one of Corbin’s newest Main Street businesses, isn’t the place to go to get laser surgery on your eyes. It isn’t the place to go if you want to get hair lasered off your body. It is the place to go if you looking for a one-stop shop for...
Posted On 07 Jul 2023

Equine enthusiasts invited to attend horse show on July 14

A yearly fan-favorite event will be returning to the Whitley County Fairgrounds next week. The event is set to take place on Friday, July 14, at 6 p.m. Tracy Siler Centers, the event’s coordinator, took the reins after the fair board approached her and asked if she would be...

Update: New York man leads several police agencies on chase from W’burg to Berea

(Editor’s note: This story has been updated with additional information since it was first posted on July 6). A New York man is being held in the Whitley County Detention Center after allegedly leading police officers from several agencies on a three-county pursuit late...
Posted On 06 Jul 2023

Corbin Center to host gubernatorial candidate Daniel Cameron for special fundraising event on Mon., July 10

Republican gubernatorial candidate Daniel Cameron will be in Corbin Monday, July 10, for a fundraising event, which is being organized by Terry and Marion Forcht. Cameron’s reception will take place at 5:30 p.m. at the Corbin Center, which is located at 222 Corbin Center Drive....
Posted On 06 Jul 2023
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$74 million going back to coal-producing communities, including Whitley and Knox

“It’s good to see these coal revenues increasing,” said Whitley County Judge Executive Pat White, Jr. after learning about the county’s incoming allotment of coal severance funds totaling $765,700. “I am excited that the legislature and the governor has decided to give this money...

Demo derby, mud bog events promise spectators plenty of action and excitement

For area residents looking for some fun and mayhem, the Whitley County Fair has just what you’re looking for. The fan-favorite demolition derby is returning to the fairgrounds this year on Thursday, July 13, at 7 p.m. with plenty of excitement for festival-goers. There will be...

Southeast Kentucky Audiology, grand reopening

Southeast Kentucky Audiology hosted a celebratory grand re-opening for their 20th anniversary with a ribbon cutting, yummy snacks, balloons, and fun-filled inflatables Friday. Liz Rogers, Au.D, has owned the practice since 2017 and takes pride in helping patients with all...

Corbin Rotary Club names Finley as Paul Harris Fellow, also welcomes new member

The Corbin Rotary Club held its weekly rotary meeting last Thursday, where members acknowledged a new Paul Harris Fellowship member and warmly welcomed a new member. The Paul Harris Fellowship is an honor given to those who significantly contribute to Rotary International and the...

Whitley County Fair set for July 12-15

Next week, the Annual Whitley County Fair will make its return to the fairgrounds, located off of Stark Road in Williamsburg. This year’s fair will feature a full slate of fun and exciting events, beginning on Wednesday, July 12.

Corbin celebrates Independence Day

Fireworks lit up the night sky Monday evening as Corbin held its annual July 3 Independence Day celebration at the Corbin Arena. Among other things, the event featured a patriotic costume contest, a live DJ, and  a foam party, which was a big hit with local youngsters.  
Posted On 05 Jul 2023