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John Carroll was arrested Monday, October 26, following an investigation into the discovery of his deceased mother inside a Paintsville residence. According to the Paintsville Police Department, officers responded to a …
Read story →According to WMDJ FM 100.1, Floyd County Dispatch is reporting a two-vehicle accident on KY 680 near the entrance to Elkhorn Park. Both lanes are reportedly blocked, with delays expected as emergency crews respond. Mot…
Read story →The case involving Robert Smith, a Johnson County man accused of possessing homemade explosives and booby-trapping his property, has reportedly moved to federal court. According to Mountain Top Media, the case stems fro…
Read story →Eastern Kentucky is in for another stretch of pleasant fall weather, with mostly sunny skies and no rain expected through Friday, October 30. According to the National Weather Service in Jackson, afternoon highs will ra…
Read story →The Big Sandy Area Community Action Program is offering eligible adults ages 55 and older an opportunity to earn additional income while gaining valuable work experience. Through the Senior Community Service Employment …
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Strong relationships. Experienced leadership. A voice for Eastern Kentucky. State Representative Bobby McCool understands the importance of having a seat at the table when decisions are made. During his interview with …
Read story →The Paintsville Recreation Center will host “Boos, Boobs & Bites” on Tuesday, October 27, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event combines Halloween festivities with breast cancer education, offering attendees an opportunity t…
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“I came home because I care about this country and its people.” Dr. Mikel C Wein, an independent candidate for Congress in Kentucky’s 5th District, believes Eastern Kentucky deserves more opportunity, stronger communiti…
Read story →Low-income homeowners across Eastern Kentucky can now apply for financial assistance to repair, replace or install septic systems, or connect their homes to existing sewer lines. The newly funded Eastern Kentucky PRIDE …
Read story →A Rowan County man was found deceased inside a vehicle at the Walmart parking lot in Morehead on Saturday, October 24. According to the Rowan County Coroner’s Office, emergency personnel responded around 2:30 p.m. after…
Read story →The Magoffin County High School Volleyball Team traveled to Lexington to watch the University of Kentucky Volleyball Team compete at Memorial Coliseum. The trip gave MCHS players an opportunity to experience collegiate …
Read story →A 38-year-old Whitesburg man was killed Saturday morning, October 24, after being struck by a pickup truck while riding a bicycle in Letcher County. According to Kentucky State Police Trooper Gayheart, troopers responde…
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Our core coverage follows Magoffin, Johnson, Floyd, Pike, and Martin counties, with reporting across neighboring Eastern Kentucky communities when the story calls for it.
