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Gray man arrested again in connection with church copper theft

Knox County Sheriff’s deputies have arrested a local man in connection with the theft of copper plumbing from a Gray church last month, making the second time he has faced such charges, locally. Clarence Gilbert Read this story and more for just $.99 cents today, or subscribe to...

Lawsuit against Williamsburg Police Department moved to federal court

A malicious prosecution and false arrest lawsuit against the Williamsburg Police Department is being moved to federal court. 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 01 Sep 2021

UC adds new dining option

University of the Cumberlands is spicing up their meal plan. The restaurant Habañeros is being added on campus, offering hand-crafted burritos, salads, and quesadillas. Habañeros will be located in the campus grill, replacing the restaurant Tossed. The restaurant is open and...
Posted On 24 Aug 2021
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PHOTO GALLERY: Main Street fun

Main Street was host to numerous vendors, live entertainment and well-known Corbin locals during NIBROC.  

Debut of new Lynn Camp Football Coach Mark Huddleston pushed back to Aug. 27

Lynn Camp hasn’t yet kicked off the 2021 football season and it has already been knocked for a loop as Friday’s opening of the Mark Huddleston era has been postponed because of COVID–19. The scheduled home opener against Jellico has been rescheduled for Sept. 30, making the Aug....

Williamsburg-Whitley County Airport breaks ground on new hangar

The Williamsburg-Whitley County Airport broke ground Monday on its new 10-bay T-Hangar. Special guest Congressman Hal Rogers applauded airport administration, state and local officials for their work on the grant that will fund the hangar’s construction. “Thank you for devoting...

$3.2 million worth of land land bought for Cumberland Mint project

The Cumberland Mint historical wagering/off-track betting facility marks a significant multi-million dollar investment in Williamsburg. Blueprints for the new Cumberland Mint historical wagering facility being built in Williamsburg. Read this story and more for just $.99 cents...
Posted On 22 Jul 2021

Corbin BOE recognizes Forchts for their donation

“Terry and Marion Forcht understand the necessity of investing in the education of our students as an investment in our future,” is how Corbin Board of Education Chair Kim Croley described the Forchts’ donation of a two-story building on Barbourville Street. The Forchts were...

Melissa Amber Preston

Melissa Amber Preston, age 37, of Fairborn, Ohio, departed this life on Friday, July 16, 2021 in Fairborn, Ohio. Melissa was born on November 16, 1983 in Fairborn, Ohio. She was preceded in death by a brother, Donie J. Preston. She is survived by three children, Kayla Leach of...