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Corbin police, general government budgets see significant funding decrease in new budget

The City of Corbin’s police department, parks and recreation and general government budgets will see decreased funding and the fire department, public works and the recycling center will see increased funding this fiscal year compared to funding each agency received last fiscal...
Posted On 24 Jul 2024

City of Corbin said to be in ‘year of correction’ when it comes to fiscal management strategy

When it comes to the City of Corbin’s budget for the current fiscal year, which started July 1, there is some good news and some bad news. The bad news is that it is going to be a very lean, tight austere budget in order to get spending to conform more closely to the city’s...
Posted On 17 Jul 2024

Corbin ordinance permits fireworks this week

Shooting fireworks in honor of the Fourth of July is an annual tradition for many, but if you live inside the Corbin city limits, then keep in mind that fireworks are only permitted six days out of the year and only between certain hours on those dates. “It has been a long...
Posted On 03 Jul 2024
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Corbin launching the Fitness Court® Friday (June 7)

On Friday (June 7), the City of Corbin will unveil an outdoor Fitness Court® at the corner of Poplar Street and Seventh Street, improving and enhancing the quality of life for Southeastern Kentucky residents. This capital project is a featured part of the 2024 initiative launched...
Posted On 06 Jun 2024
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Corbin citizens encouraged to voice opinion on traffic trouble spots

If you live in the city limits of Corbin and have a strong opinion regarding the safety of a particular roadway, now is your chance to make your voice heard.

Former Corbin Housing director sentenced Monday

A former Corbin Housing Authority director, who stole more than $100,000 in housing authority funds, has been sentenced to 10 years in connection to the charges he pleaded guilty to earlier this year, though that sentence will be probated for five years or until he fully repays...

United Front: Mayors pledge cooperation as City of Corbin makes plans to begin annexing Exit 29

After the City of London’s second reading and approval of an ordinance to de-annex the area off of I-75 Exit 29 in North Corbin, the City of Corbin is now one step closer to being able to annex properties and begin collecting additional tax revenues. Read this story and more for...

De-annexation efforts underway at I-75 Exit 29

The process of de-annexing at Exit 29 has begun by the London City Council. 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

Corbin City Pool extends season thanks to new inflatable dome

Thanks in part to an inflatable dome, which was purchased by supporters of local swim clubs, local residents will have the chance to utilize the Corbin City Pool for an extended time this fall and hopefully for an extended amount of time this spring too. However, new hours for...
Posted On 11 Oct 2023

London City Council votes to drop lawsuit regarding annexation of territory near Exit 29 in North Corbin

The longstanding battle between the City of Corbin and the City of London regarding the future of Exit 29 came to a sudden and surprising conclusion Monday night following a decision by the London City Council. During the council’s regular monthly meeting Monday, a closed...