PIKEVILLE, Ky. -- Two Floyd County women have been arrested for drug trafficking, after police raided their hotel room in Pikeville. Early Wednesday morning, Pikeville Police served a search warrant for room 321 at Comfort Suites as part of a drug investigation. They reported finding fentanyl, meth, cocaine and a variety of pills, along with cash, packaging materials and cutting agents. The occupa
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Firefighters say they received an alarm for a car wreck involving entrapped occupants in the area of Prichard Road and Newmans Branch Road in Milton Tuesday afternoon.
Deputies say Zae Ashcraft was last seen in the Cross Lanes area of Kanawha County on Tuesday, March 31.
A top FEMA official is doubling down on his claim that he has been teleported against his will.
Deputies say Kayden Darnell and Catalina Darnell ran away from their residence on Pleasantview Drive in Elkview on Tuesday, March 31, at 7 p.m.
Shannon Litton has a look at the top stories for Wednesday, April 1.
WHITESBURG, Ky. -- A former Letcher County sheriff accused of murder is not giving up on his efforts to have the judge presiding over his case disqualified. Former Sheriff Shawn Mickey Stines is charged with murder for the Sept. 19, 2024, shooting death of Letcher District Judge Kevin Mullins in the judge's chambers. Back in December, a hearing in the case was abruptly canceled after the parties a
WOODFORD COUNTY, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) - One person is dead following a Tuesday morning collision on westbound Frankfort Road (US 60) in Woodford County, Versailles Police reports. According to the agency, VPD responded to the area just after 10:00 a.m. for reports of a collision. When they arrived, police found that a vehicle had left the road and...
Groves is charged with felony burglary, and a warrant has been issued for her arrest.
It’s a First Alert Weather Day as meteorologist Dillon Gaudet is tracking a return of rain and storms for later today.
A man was arrested after allegdly kidnapping two teenage girls.
RICHMOND, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) - Millstone Social in downtown Richmond announced on Facebook that it is closing immediately due to the "uncertain economic climate." According to their post, management made the decision after considering the ongoing challenges the hospitality industry faces. The restaurant expressed its gratitude to its staff and customers in the post: "We are deeply grateful...
If I could go back to those early years of motherhood, I'd still smile at the egg hunts, the chocolate bunnies, the coloring contests, the painted eggs. Those were sweet [...]
A family's home is a total loss following a structure fire in the 300 block of Yellow Mountain Road in Leburn.
Vocational school students in Letcher County are working at more than 10 agencies and businesses across the county, and 95 percent of them are expected to graduate “post-secondary ready,” Area Technology Center Principal Casey Breeding said. Addressing the Letcher County Board of Education at its regular monthly meeting, Breeding said the state set a goal of 75 percent of students [...] The post V
A long-delayed project to replace hundreds of sewage grinder pumps in Fleming-Neon will be rebid after officials determined unnecessary federal requirements were included in the original bid documents. The project involves replacing more than 350 grinder pumps damaged in the July 2022 flood. The pumps are used to move sewage from homes and businesses into the city’s sewer system, particularly [...
A Jenkins man accused of having his girlfriend smuggle contraband to a now-former jail guard has been indicted again — this time for allegedly threatening the girlfriend over a monitored jail telephone line. Gavin Polly, 27, of 7759 Hwy. 119 N, Jenkins, is charged with two counts of intimidating a participant in the legal process, third-degree terroristic threatening, and second-degree [...] The p
When Jake Feldhaus of Madison Central was named Kentucky’s Mr. Basketball, it came as no surprise to his father, Deron Feldhaus, a former University of Kentucky player. “I was pretty confident. I studied the other players,” said Deron Feldhaus, who was one of “The Unforgettables” under Rick Pitino at UK. “(Madison Central coach) Allen (Feldhaus) does a great job of [...] The post How Jake Feldhaus
I’ve heard all kinds of sayings about fishing — the best times to go, moon phases, weather, water levels and just about everything else. Some of those sayings seem to hold true, while others are just old advice that’s been passed around for years. But one saying I’ve always believed is this: when the dogwood trees bloom, it’s time to [...] The post Spring crappie run comes with need to let some gr
Struttin’ Time readers, I often get asked a question: “Steve, what do you do when you’re not hunting or fishing?” I usually just pass over that question. But after this weekend, I’ve decided to tell all of you exactly what I do. Listen closely — I spend my extra time with friends, just like you. I’m going to use this [...] The post What keeps me busy when I’m not on a hunting trip first appeared o
Pictured above are some of the 30 people turned out for the No Kings III protest in Whitesburg on Saturday. The event drew an estimated 8 million people in towns and cities across the country. The protest is intended to voice displeasure with President Donald Trump and the billionaire class. According to estimates, at least 8 million attended one of [...] The post 30 people turn out for ‘No Kings’
Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Amy McGrath said rising costs for health care, energy and everyday goods are the top concerns she is hearing from voters across Eastern Kentucky. During a campaign stop in Whitesburg last week, McGrath said affordability — particularly insurance premiums — is driving frustration among residents. “I’m hearing the same thing everywhere — prices,” she said. “How [...]
On March 26, I arrived early at the Kentucky Capitol Annex with the expectation that House Bill 78 — to protect the $91 billion firearms industry from lawsuits — might be presented in Senate Judiciary even though that committee had still, as of 8 a.m., not posted a public agenda for their 9 a.m. meeting. [...]
FRANKFORT — With just one working day before breaking for the veto period, the Kentucky legislature still has to approve a two-year state budget. Senate President Robert Stivers told reporters Tuesday night that a final version of House Bill 500, the $31 billion executive branch budget, could be published online later in the evening. “Documents [...]
An Enterprise Staff Report Harlan junior third baseman Eli Freyer was a one-man wrecking crew Tuesday as he drove in six runs on two home runs to lead the Green [...]
FRANKFORT — The Kentucky Senate has lowered the copays Medicaid patients would have to pay under a bill that proposes a work requirement and other sweeping changes to the federal-state program. House Bill 2 proposed adding copays of $35 for inpatient hospital services and $8 copays for prescription glasses and contacts. In the Senate version, [...]
By Paul Lunsford Harlan Enterprise A Grays Knob man who reportedly fell asleep while returning home from work early Sunday morning collided with a fire truck set up to block [...]
A newly released 14-page report details the death of 48-year-old inmate Marvin Knuckles, who fell down a cliff while on a snow removal detail at the Eastern Kentucky Correctional Complex on January 27. The Critical Incident Review team under the Kentucky Justice and Public Safety Cabinet compiled the report, which includes photos and findings from the area where Knuckles fell....
James A. Cawood Elementary School students recently engaged in hands-on learning by dissecting pig hearts in the school’s science lab. The activity was led by science teacher Ben Johnson, whose [...]
FRANKFORT — Democratic Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear has vetoed a bill that critics say would block Kentuckians from suing pesticide companies for failing to warn of their products’ hazards. Beshear called it “dangerous for Kentuckians” and something that “flies in the face of making America healthy.” Beshear in his Tuesday veto message said Senate Bill [...]
April is the month of new beginnings when the grass turns green, trees begin to sprout their leaves, and flowers emerge from the ground to express their beauty. This is [...]
The Resurrection is one of the most significant events in human history, and yet John sprints through the story in 432 words. The other Gospel accounts are even shorter! John [...]
By PAUL LUNSFORD Harlan Enterprise Danny Lee Irvin has been charged with second-degree escape and second-degree persistent felony offender. Irvin, 62, of Harlan, was arrested by Officer Lewis with the [...]
FRANKFORT — A Laurel County Grand Jury has indicted London Mayor Randall Weddle on four felony counts, alleging he made $93,000 in excessive contributions to the 2023 campaign of Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear and the Kentucky Democratic Party. The indictment was returned Tuesday afternoon and announced in a brief news release by Kentucky Attorney General [...]
SALYERSVILLE, Ky. -- One man has been arrested, but deputies are on the hunt for another, following a drug raid at a Magoffin County home. Magoffin County sheriff's deputies served a search warrant at a Lakeville home of Eddie McFarland, 34, on Sunday. Sheriff Bill Meade tells Mountain Top News the raid was the culmination of a long drug investigation that resulted in several undercover buys. Mead
FRANKFORT, Ky. -- The Kentucky Public Service Commission has granted Mountain Water District's request to decide its request for a rate increase without a public hearing, but is not ready to rule on the matter yet. In its application filed in November, Mountain Water asked for permission to raise rates across the board. Their proposal would raise residential rates by 22 percent, jumping from about
Wallace Paul Lunsford, 84, of Lexington, Tenn., was welcomed to Heaven on March 30, 2026, at the Lexington Post Acute Nursing Home.He was born Jan. 3, 1942, in Harlan County, [...]
Kentucky just made a much-needed hire after the departure of assistant coaches, Alvin Brooks and Josh Hart. Mo Williams, a 13-year NBA veteran, has joined the basketball staff as of today. Mo had a long successful career in the NBA and has many connections to the league that can help Kentucky with recruiting and developing talent for the next level. Just last week, Mark Pope got his first commitme
MARROWBONE, Ky. -- A Pike County man has been arrested for drug trafficking, after a caller reported witnessing a drug deal at his home. A caller reported seeing a woman in a silver Chevy Suburban receiving drugs Sunday evening from a home on Left Fork of Dry Fork. Police found the vehicle and arrested the driver, Jessica Shell, 45, of Grundy, for possession of meth and drug paraphernalia. Police
ASHLAND, Ky. - The Rice/Stanley Boyd County Classic track meet was held in Ashland this past weekend and when the field was clear, Pikeville High School saw eight track and field participants walk away with personal best records. Despite the chilly temperatures, the following student-athletes finished with highlights of these final results: Junior Cadence Compton Runner Up – 1600m (5:51.65). Junio
BETSY LAYNE, Ky. -- A Wise County man is facing a felony assault charge, for allegedly driving drunk when he was involved in an injury crash at Betsy Layne. Deputies were called to the crash which occurred last Wednesday night. When they arrived, they found Carter Ferrell Willey, 23, of Wise, who the police report describes as smelling of alcohol and slurring his speech while being belligerent. Wi
Asa Chasteen, 30, was last seen in the Martin community walking toward City Hall. His current whereabouts are unknown.
Lamb was 52 years old when he was last seen on March 25, 2022, in Harlan County, Kentucky.
The new patient wing is designed around patients and families, with more modern, healing-focused space to improve comfort, privacy and access to care.
The Kentucky Public Service Commission on March 27 granted Kentucky Power's request for an informal conference to consider the possibility of the company being granted a rehearing on certain matters in its recently decided rate case.
A Pike County-based coal company has filed for bankruptcy.
SALYERSVILLE – A local artist seeking healing through art and scripture combined the two for an exhibit, now on display at the Magoffin County Public Library. Debbie Lemaster, a retired art teacher from both Johnson County and Magoffin County schools, lost her son 13 years ago this June and said she wanted to do something [...]
SALYERSVILLE – A former Herald Whitaker Middle School teacher took a plea deal in Magoffin County Circuit Court last week, accepting five years in prison on charges related to inappropriate communications with a juvenile. Jordan Cobb, 32, of Coon Creek Rd., in Salyersville, appeared in court on Thursday, March 19, and pleaded guilty to one [...]
Braelyn Meade, from Johnson County, won first place at the state level for her Conservation Art entry, up against students from the 121 conservation districts across the state. The Johnson County Conservation District Awarded Braelyn with a trophy, plaque and monetary prize for her hard work. Braelyn is the daughter of Justin and Angelica Meade, [...]
Powers was convicted of shooting at Prestonsburg Police Officer Adam Dixon in 2015.
After bringing the owl home, the family researched how to get the animal proper help. They found Mountain View Wildlife Rehabilitation, a nonprofit based out of Hazard.
Skylar Osborne is a 13-year-old student at Herald Whitaker Middle School. She recently attended the USAG State Gymnastics meet in Beckley, West Virginia. Osborne competed as a Level 7 gymnast, where she took the state title on vault and bars, runner-up on floor, and a 3rd-place finish on beam. She also became the state all-around [...]
Magoffin County Health Department’s Abbie Conley was honored at the Kentucky Public Health Association Conference last week. Conley received the 2026 Sara C. Stice Award for her work as a health education coordinator. The Sara C. Stice Award honors one person from the state of Kentucky who has made an outstanding contribution in the field [...]
A former Pike County resident has been indicted on federal charges related to child pornography.
A bond reduction request for a man charged with the possession of matter portraying sexual performance by a minor has been denied, according to court documents.
Jacobs said he is grateful for the three volunteer fire departments that responded, all of which are volunteer.
A Pike County man has pleaded guilty to a federal methamphetamine trafficking charge.
Superintendent David Trimble confirmed the warning with WYMT, saying there was an online threat that named Pikeville High School and specific students.
Three different federal judges have ordered four more immigrants picked up in January’s ICE raids released on constitutional grounds The post More ICE detainees ordered released by West Virginia judges: ‘A threat to anyone’s constitutional rights is a threat to us all’ appeared first on 100 Days in Appalachia .