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Corbin Senior Citizen Center receiving state funds for kitchen upgrade

It was announced Thursday afternoon by Gov. Andy Beshear’s office that a total of $8.5 million is being awarded to help fund a total of twelve improvement projects to community facilities across the Commonwealth.

Corbin Utilities Commission getting $164,103 in Clean Water Program funding

Gov. Andy Beshear presented nearly $6.8 million in funding Tuesday to benefit Laurel County, which will go towards resurfacing roads, expanding access to high-speed internet, increasing economic development and supporting cleaner water, including funding for a Corbin Utilities...
Posted On 24 Jan 2024

Horse racing officially kicks off in Corbin at Cumberland Run

After years of dreaming, countless hours of discussion, and a whole lot of perseverance, Corbin can finally say that it is home to a brand-new horse-racing track.
Posted On 18 Oct 2023
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Gov. Beshear, Congressman Rogers announce more than $26 Million for Economic revitalization in nine counties, including Whitley and McCreary

Today at the SOAR Summit, Gov. Andy Beshear and U.S. Rep. Harold “Hal” Rogers (KY-05), who was represented by his district director, Carlos Cameron, presented more than $26.6 million in Abandoned Mine Land Economic Revitalization (AMLER) program funds to support economic...
Posted On 04 Oct 2023
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Kentucky Horse Racing Commission releases sports wagering catalog

With opening day for sports wagering in the Commonwealth of Kentucky now just one week away, the Kentucky Horse Racing Commission’s Sports Wagering Advisory Council has released a catalog that includes a list of sports that will be available to bet on.

Sports betting to be offered at facilities in Corbin and W’burg beginning Sept. 7

Cumberland Mint Gaming Hall GM Henry Graffeo Sports wagering licenses have been approved by the Kentucky Horse Racing Commission (KHRC), and The Mint Gaming Hall – Cumberland in Williamsburg and The Mint Gaming Hall – Cumberland Run in Corbin were among the facilities...

Local teens competing in Mountain Laurel Festival

Corbin High School and Whitley County High School will both be represented during the 92nd Annual Kentucky Mountain Laurel Festival (KMLF), which will take place May 25-28 in Pineville. Marissa Douglas is representing Whitley County High School in the princess pageant and Mary...
Posted On 24 May 2023
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Breaking ground on Cumberland Run

For those tracking the progress, local and state leaders welcomed Keeneland and Kentucky Downs officials to the site off Buchanan Boulevard for the official ground breaking of the Cumberland Run horse racing facility on Monday afternoon. “We never lost hope,” said Corbin Mayor...

Governor’s proposed budget includes earmarked funds for Whitley schools

At this point in the Kentucky General Assembly’s 2022 legislative session anything could happen in regards to the state budget. 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 13 Jan 2022

Lawson graduates from Kentucky Department of Criminal Justice basic training academy

Williamsburg Police Officer Bryson Lawson was one of 27 law enforcement officers from agencies across the state, who graduated from the Kentucky Department of Criminal Justice Training (DOCJT) basic training academy Thursday. “Entering the law enforcement profession is a noble...
Posted On 15 Nov 2021