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Kentucky Wildcats 2024-25 SEC Schedule: A Season of Grit, Growth, and Opportunity

The Kentucky Wildcats are poised for an exciting 2024-25 basketball season, facing a challenging SEC schedule that will test their grit and determination. With fresh leadership under Coach Mark Pope and a roster brimming with experienced transfers, Kentucky is ready to embrace the high expectations that come with competing in one of the nation’s most […]

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Salyersville Mayor Stanley Howard Faces Lawsuit Over Alleged Wrongful Terminations

Two former employees of the City of Salyersville have initiated legal action against Salyersville Mayor Stanley Howard and the Salyersville City Council, alleging wrongful termination. The lawsuit was filed on July 9 by attorney Ned Pillersdorf, representing Brandon Allen and Dustin Allen. Details of the Complaint The complaint, lodged in Magoffin County Circuit Court, accuses

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Breaking News: Salyersville Water Works – Sewer Leak on US 460 West

Salyersville, KY – Attention, Magoffin County Water District customers using the Salyersville Water Works sewer system (city sewer). Contractors are currently on-site addressing a sewer leak on US 460 West, utilizing several vacuum trucks to transfer raw sewage from the leak area to the sewer plant. Importantly, we want to assure everyone that raw sewage

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84th District with Candidate Zack Hall

Growth and Change in the 84th District with Candidate Zack Hall – Episode 10

In this episode, we sit down with Zack Hall, running for State Representative of the 84th District of Kentucky, to discuss key topics that impact the community. Join us for an insightful conversation about the future of the 84th District and the efforts to drive economic development in our region. Don’t forget to like, comment,

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Tragic Ambulance Crash Shuts Down Mountain Parkway

In a devastating turn of events, the westbound lanes of the Mountain Parkway near mile marker 11 have been closed following a single-vehicle crash involving a Lifeguard Ambulance. This heartbreaking incident unfolded as the ambulance collided with the guardrail, ultimately overturning off the roadway. Road Closure and Investigation Winchester Police took swift action, announcing the

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The Heartbreaking Tale of Mamaw’s House: A Plea for Support Against Eminent Domain

In the quiet hills of Salyersville, Kentucky, stands a house that holds not just memories but an entire legacy. This is the story of Mamaw’s house, a cherished abode that has witnessed decades of joy and sorrow. However, the looming threat of the Mountain Parkway Expansion and Eminent Domain now casts a shadow over this

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Allen Family History Of Craft Creek and Board Tree in Magoffin County, Kentucky

James “River Jim” Allen, born around 1824 in Perry County, Kentucky, left an indelible mark on the history of the region. His life, family, and tragic end are woven into the fabric of eastern Kentucky’s past, where the echoes of the Civil War still resonate. Early Life and Family Born into the rugged hills of

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Navigating the Digital Era: Unraveling Ancient Wisdom in a Tech-Driven World

I heard an old preacher years ago say, “If time lasts, people won’t be able to understand the parables and language used in the Bible.” I never really gave this much thought until recently. While sitting at a table, a cousin and I were discussing the scripture Corinthians 6:14-15, talking about being “unequally yoked.” A

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Finding Light in a World of Shadows: A Day of Unexpected Kindness

Opinion Piece, By Gloria Allen Good Outshines Bad In this world, we live in, where we can watch wars on the other side of the world in real-time, and we are bombarded with images of cruelty constantly in our living rooms, it’s easy to believe that evil and bad have succeeded in monopolizing our world.

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Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear’s Energizing Visit to Salyersville, Magoffin County: A Rally for the 2023 Governors Race

In a dynamic and unexpected turn of events on October 30th, 2023, Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear made a significant impact during his visit to Salyersville, Magoffin County. The day was supposed to start at the Ramey Memorial Park’s Continental Shelter, where a free soupbean and tenderloin dinner with all the fixings awaited attendees. However, the

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Eastern Kentucky’s ‘Dark Baptism’ Billboard: Understanding the Uproar

Unless you’ve been living under a rock or don’t have social media at all, then you’ve probably noticed Fallsburg’s “Dark Baptism” sign for Fearplex this year. If the sign/billboard has done one thing right, it’s sparked engagement and has everyone talking about it, especially in Magoffin County, Kentucky. The sign is located on the Mountain

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