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New scenic trail honors Williamsburg war hero

A new scenic trail was recently established honoring a Williamsburg native who posthumously received the Medal of Honor for his heroic efforts during the Vietnam War. Named after Joe Calvin Paul, who served in the United States Marine Corps, the trail begins on KY-904 where it...

Historical marker dedication held Saturday for Williamsburg Vietnam War hero

Photo by TIMOTHY WYATT A dedication ceremony was held outside the Whitley County Courthouse Saturday for the placement of a historical marker honoring and recognizing a Williamsburg native whose heroic acts during the Vietnam War led to him posthumously being awarded the Medal of...

Historical marker dedication planned for Williamsburg military hero

One of Williamsburg’s own, who posthumously received high honors for his heroic efforts during the Vietnam War, is getting some long-deserved recognition from his hometown later this month. A Kentucky Historical Society Marker dedication is being held Saturday, Aug. 27, outside...