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Knoxville couple sues City of W’burg over waterpark accident last summer

A Knoxville couple is suing the City of Williamsburg in connection with a fall last summer at the Kentucky Splash Waterpark that took place in a wading area where a non-slick surface had allegedly either worn away or was removed. The lawsuit also alleged waterpark officials were...
Posted On 10 Apr 2024

Harrison, White offer updates on city and county happenings at chamber luncheon

On Tuesday, the Southern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce held its monthly membership luncheon at the Williamsburg Tourism and Convention Center. Williamsburg Mayor Roddy Harrison and Whitley County Judge Executive Pat White, Jr. served as the special guest speakers at the luncheon....

W’Burg’s Hanging of the Green held downtown Saturday

Photos by TIMOTHY WYATT  A handful of area citizens braved the rain Saturday night for Williamsburg’s annual Hanging of the Green event at the Green Space on Main. Choir members from Williamsburg Independent School sang a number of carols before the town tree was ceremoniously lit.

City of Williamsburg being sued by woman over impounded vehicle she wants returned

A Williamsburg woman is suing the City of Williamsburg, members of its police department, and a towing service owner for a car she is wanting back. She wants $25 per day, which is the same daily rate charged when a vehicle is impounded, for each day she was deprived of possession...
Posted On 15 Nov 2023

GearUp Week proclamation signed by mayor, superintendent Monday

Photo by TIMOTHY WYATT Williamsburg Mayor Roddy Harrison and Williamsburg Independent Superintendent Tabetha Housekeeper signed a proclamation Monday afternoon designating the week of Sept. 25 as GearUp Week. GearUp, or Gaining Early Awareness of Readiness for Undergraduate...

W’burg looking for new recycling partner after Cedaridge Ministries closure

The City of Williamsburg is looking for a new recycling partner following the apparent closure of Cedaridge Ministries. 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 07 Sep 2023

Man sues City of Williamsburg for injuries at Briar Creek Park

A Knox County man is suing the City of Williamsburg after he was injured while attending a softball game at Briar Creek Park last summer. 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 14 Jun 2023

Williamsburg City Council approves threshold increase for federal funds

The City of Williamsburg will now be able to use federal funding to more easily and effectively make purchases following a decision by the Williamsburg City Council. Read this story and more for just $.99 cents today, or subscribe to get access every day! Please login to view...

An Easter Tradition: Williamsburg Egg Hunt draws large crowd to Briar Creek Park over weekend

Photo by TIMOTHY WYATT Baskets of fun: The City of Williamsburg held its annual Easter egg hunt last Saturday at Briar Creek Park. Dozens of excited children of all ages showed up to search the park for colorful eggs that were filled with candy and prizes. The Easter Bunny was...

KLC presents liability grant to City of Williamsburg

The Kentucky League of Cities (KLC) recently presented the City of Williamsburg with a 2022 liability grant. KLC members receive the money to help fund various programs and services that reduce liability and make the community safer. KLC has awarded more than $5.5 million in...
Posted On 09 Feb 2023