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First responders across Floyd County came together Sunday, October 18, to honor retired Prestonsburg Fire Department Lieutenant Tim Johnson, escorting him home from Louisville. The procession began at the Mountain Arts …
Read story →The National Weather Service in Jackson is warning residents to prepare for another round of frost and freezing temperatures Sunday night into Monday morning. Temperatures are expected to drop into the low to mid-30s, p…
Read story →Peoples Bank has made a $2,500 donation to support the Johnson Central High School Band in Johnson County. The contribution will help support the band’s activities and provide opportunities for students to learn, perfor…
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“For the past 45 years, my law practice has been fighting for the underdog.” Prestonsburg attorney Ned Pillersdorf, Democratic candidate for Kentucky's 5th Congressional District, is taking that message to voters as he …
Read story →The National Weather Service in Jackson is warning residents to prepare for the season’s first widespread frost Saturday night into Sunday morning, with temperatures expected to fall into the low to mid-30s. ⚠️ FREEZE W…
Read story →The Magoffin County Republican Party held a rally Saturday, October 17, at Salyersville City Park, bringing together local candidates, party members and supporters ahead of the November 3 general election. Eddie Jenkins…
Read story →Democratic gubernatorial candidate Rocky Adkins visited Salyersville Saturday for the Magoffin County Democratic Party’s “Brunch in the Park” event at Ramey Memorial Park. Candidates introduced themselves to attendees, …
Read story →Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH) has begun installing advanced security screening technology across its hospital system as part of a multimillion-dollar investment in patient, visitor and employee safety. According…
Read story →Here are three of the biggest stories making headlines across Eastern Kentucky. 🥉 **#3 | ROWAN COUNTY:** One person found dead and another airlifted after two people were discovered at the foot of Lockegee Rock. 🥈 **…
Read story →The National Weather Service in Jackson is warning residents to prepare for widespread frost Saturday night into Sunday morning, with temperatures expected to fall into the low to mid-30s. ⚠️ A FREEZE WATCH has been iss…
Read story →The Salyersville City Council will hold its regularly scheduled meeting Monday, October 19, at 7:30 p.m. The agenda includes: • Approval of minutes from previous special meetings • Review of city and Water Works bills …
Read story →Think you can hide from the police? The Paintsville Police Department is inviting the community to put their hiding skills to the test during its first annual “Hide and Seek from the Police” event! 📅 Friday, October 30…
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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.
