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Those wishing to run for public office have until Jan. 5 to file

Those wanting to run for Williamsburg City Council, Corbin City Commission and Whitley County Clerk have until Jan. 5, 2024, at 4 p.m. to file election papers with the Whitley County Clerk’s Office. So far, only incumbent Whitley Circuit Court Clerk Gary Barton has filed to run...
Posted On 14 Dec 2023

Williamsburg city council to discuss increased fines for violators of city’s animal waste ordinance

Violators of the City of Williamsburg’s animal ordinance could soon be facing steeper penalties as the Williamsburg City Council is expected to begin discussion on increasing fines in the new year. Read this story and more for just $.99 cents today, or subscribe to get access...

Williamsburg tax rates set for 2023, will see decrease due to higher assessments in city

Tax rates are decreasing in the City of Williamsburg. 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

Williamsburg City Council approves ordinance amending minimum lot size

An ordinance amending the City of Williamsburg’s minimum lot sizes was approved via second reading last week, which is expected to allow for expedited construction of new homes within the city limits. The Williamsburg City Council met for a special-called meeting Wednesday, Aug....

Williamsburg City Council approves second threshold increase for federal funds

The City of Williamsburg will now be able to use even more federal funding to more easily and effectively make purchases following a decision by the Williamsburg City Council. The council met Monday evening for their regular monthly meeting, where a resolution was approved to...

Vote to be held Wednesday on amendment of W’Burg zoning and building ordinances

A vote to amend the City of Williamsburg’s existing zoning and building ordinances is expected Wednesday, which, if approved, would see the requirements for lot area and width reduced for new structures in R2 residential districts. Read this story and more for just $.99 cents...

Williamsburg City Council discusses possible changes to zoning ordinances

Changes could be coming to several of the City of Williamsburg’s zoning and building ordinances following an extended review by a special committee. 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...

Williamsburg storm sirens could be working within week, according to mayor

Williamsburg’s storm sirens, which have been out of commission for more than a year, are expected to once again be operational sometime within the next week. Read this story and more for just $.99 cents today, or subscribe to get access every day! Please login to view this...

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...

Burg Island, Kentucky Splash’s newest attraction, likely to not be ready in time for season opening

A new attraction expected to open alongside the Kentucky Splash Waterpark this summer could be delayed by a few weeks, according to Williamsburg Mayor Roddy Harrison. Read this story and more for just $.99 cents today, or subscribe to get access every day! Please login to view...