Doneghy served multiple years for a manslaughter conviction in the 2010 hit and run death of Lexington Police Officer Bryan Durman. In April, he was arrested on new assault and robbery charges in an unrelated case.
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The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet has paused the state’s Adopt-A-Highway program because of “increased safety risks” for volunteers picking up litter alongside adopted roads. Allen Blair, a spokesperson for the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, in an emailed statement Tuesday said the cabinet paused the decades-old program “because of the nationwide rise in work zone crashes and distracted [...]
8th graders explore different career paths The post Career Day at Adams Middle School appeared first on Mountain Top Media .
Fresh Start Recovery will open its doors Monday, April 27. The post Ribbon-cutting for new recovery center in Prestonsburg appeared first on Mountain Top Media .
A call came in just after 10 a.m. Tuesday of a reported fire at a Wendy’s in Sissonville.
Spradlin trial set to start May 11. The post Judge denies request for continuance appeared first on Mountain Top Media .
Millions of Americans provide unpaid care for loved ones with dementia as costs mount
Pikeville High School biology students learn about nature through a scavenger hunt. The post Earth Day Scavenger Hunt appeared first on Mountain Top Media .
High winds blew through Frankfort Monday night, downing a tree onto a car on Ewing Street and leaving around 5,000 customers without power overnight.
Area high school students learn about mental health, drugs, crisis intervention and more. The post Green Dot 2026 Youth Summit at the MAC appeared first on Mountain Top Media .
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Williamson Woman's Club hosts annual fundraiser for Tug Valley Recovery Shelter. The post 13th annual Girls Night Out in Williamson appeared first on Mountain Top Media .
Pikeville Fire Department lets us know how it all went. The post 2026 Hillbilly Days recap appeared first on Mountain Top Media .
GRAVES COUNTY, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) - Graves County Sheriff's deputies arrested a 37-year-old man after he allegedly assaulted deputies, damaged a patrol car, and was found with drugs, a firearm, and a caged baby owl. According to the sheriff's office, deputies responded just after 6 a.m. on Monday to the Pryorsburg area on US Highway 45 South after...
LEXINGTON, Ky. — Coal has long been the fuel at the heart of energy production in the Commonwealth. Kentuckians often grow up with stories of their grandfather’s days in the mines. But researchers at the University of Kentucky are finding ways to repurpose coal for energy storage — in the form of lithium-ion batteries. Matthew Weisenberger, Ph.D., an associate director at the UK Center for Applied
Late-night host Jimmy Kimmel is defending the joke that triggered the president and first lady to call for his resignation.
Meteorologist Dillon Gaudet has your forecast ahead of the Charleston Dirty Birds home game tonight, April 28.
A darkness had settled around her. "What's going on?" I asked, concerned for this friend as weeks passed and her despair deepened. "More and more things," she said. "It feels [...]
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This early morning swamp tour in Louisiana draws a group of international photographers
Its funny the things we remember from childhood. It seems that back in those young days, I had the heart of a lion but the brain of a shrimp as [...]
Six candidates hoping to succeed Republican U.S. Rep. Andy Barr as the next congressional representative from Central Kentucky participated in a debate on KET Monday night. The Republicans, State Rep. Ryan Dotson and retired pharmaceutical executive Greg Plucinski, in their debate, largely agreed on issues — such as President Donald Trump's authority to begin a [...]
Storms Exit, Brief Break Follows By mid-morning, the earlier line of storms has largely weakened and pushed out of central and eastern Kentucky. A few lingering showers may still be around, but the overall trend is quieter conditions with clouds gradually thinning. With some breaks developing, temperatures rebound into the upper 70s and low 80s. Humidity remains noticeable, setting the...
During the 2026 legislative session, Kentucky lawmakers were presented with a simple question: as optometric procedures become more invasive — including lasers and injections — should oversight of those procedures remain entirely within the optometry board, or should there be some form of independent or shared oversight? It is a reasonable question. It is a [...]
By John Henson Sports Writer A seven-run sixth inning, highlighted by a three-run homer from Cooper Brock, was the difference as visiting Bell County broke open a close game on [...]
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) - In an effort to reduce district spending and address financial challenges, Fayette County Schools Superintendent Demetrus Liggins announced on Monday that the district will both reduce work days for certain positions and cut district-level staffing in the 2026-27 academic year. The announcement comes after FCPS announced last week that the district would be...
Clayborn was rushed to Harlan ARH Hospital but did not survive. Investigators say her boyfriend, Michael Howard, stabbed her multiple times during an argument inside their home.
By Aaron Rowe Harlan Enterprise Harlan County citizens can now cast their primary election day votes from any polling center in the county, regardless of which district they are currently [...]
It was a breezy and mild start to this final week of April across Central and Eastern Kentucky as a strong cold front approached the Ohio Valley from the west. With a mix of clouds and sunshine, afternoon highs climbed into the upper-70s and low-80s as a persistent south wind pushed warm air into the region. The aforementioned cold front will slide...
Cawood Elementary School will have a new principal for the 2026-2027 school year. Following a meeting with the school’s site base decision-making council on April 24, Superintendent Brett Johnson announced [...]
Jesse Crenshaw, a longtime Fayette County lawyer and legislator who broke many of Kentucky’s racial barriers, died on Sunday, April 26, after a short illness, his family said. He was 79 years old. Crenshaw grew up in Lexington, and received his undergraduate degree from Kentucky State University and a law degree from the University of [...]
By Paul Lunsford Harlan Enterprise Curtis Allen Stallard, a community leader in the Clover Fork area for many years as the District 2 magistrate, died on April 16 with funeral [...]
The Harlan County Lady Bears won the Queen of the Mountains middle school softball tournament on Saturday at Letcher Central High School on Saturday. Harlan County opened with an 11-1 [...]
There’s a gaping asymmetry between the Kentucky Derby and American horse racing. The nation’s most famous race, to be run for the 152nd time at Churchill Downs in Louisville Saturday, stands as the shining city on a hill amid the growing rubble of its sport and industry. A neophyte, if one can be found in [...]
The state board that oversees optometrists has established an advisory “work group” as it considers changes in response to a controversy about optometrists it improperly licensed in recent years by waiving testing requirements. But the plan doesn’t sit well with Sen. Stephen Meredith, R-Leitchfield, whose measure to create an outside task force to review operations [...]
Pike Circuit Judge Howard Keith Hall imposed sentences on April 23 for three men, who each entered guilty pleas after mediation hearings, in connection with the 2025 murder of a Virginia resident.
The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Kentucky said in a statement on April 23 that it has partnered with Judi’s Place for Kids, a children’s advocacy center headquartered in Pikeville, for the use of their certified facility dog throughout the district.
If it weren’t for criminals, we’d have no crime. If it weren’t for extended periods of excessive rainfall, we’d have no floods. If it weren’t for taxes, we’d all have more money. If it wasn’t for disease, we’d all be healthy.
Last week, during Hillbilly Days, candidates had a few minutes to convince voters to elect them to positions they are running for. The traditional Stump Speaking drew a crowd.
A Pike County man and woman have been indicted by a federal grand jury in London on drug trafficking charges.
SALYERSVILLE – The Magoffin County Fiscal Court met in regular session on Tuesday, April 21, discussing the ambulance service, potential high-paying jobs coming to Magoffin County, transparency with a major utility company and updates to water projects in southern Magoffin. The court approved the following fund transfers from the general fund: $70,000 to the jail [...]
SALYERSVILLE – After continuous criticism as of late of the mayor’s and council’s implementation of a three-minute time limit for public comments at city council meetings, as well as the mayor’s handling the failing sewer system and struggling water department, a decision by the mayor was placed on the agenda for Monday’s meeting to forbid [...]
WOLFE/MAGOFFIN COUNTIES – A man wanted in relation to some Wolfe County barn burnings last December was found at a residence in Magoffin County and is now facing charges from the incidents. In the initial report from the Wolfe County Sheriff Department in December 2025 indicated that there were three people had already been arrested [...]
MOUNTAIN PARKWAY – A motorist walked away from a serious wreck on the Mountain Parkway that was caused by a deer. Emergency crews were called to the Mountain Parkway just before the Johnson Fork exit at approximately 9:30 a.m. on Friday, April 17, to a serious wreck that was caused by a deer. When emergency [...]
SALYERSVILLE – The Salyersville City Council met in regular session on Monday, April 20, discussing a contractor for the landscaping project and road funding. The council approved to pay the City of Salyersville and Salyersville Water Works bills, with relatively little discussion regarding either. The council reviewed a recommendation letter from Bell Engineering, recommending CPR [...]
From Royalton Community Council Royalton Community Council hosted our annual Easter egg hunt on Saturday, April 4, 2026, with approximately 225 people present. There were four different age groups for the egg hunt, plus four age groups for the 8 bicycles given away (1 girl, 1 boy each group). We also had a surprise visit [...]
MIDDLE FORK – A Magoffin man was arrested on Monday for allegedly trespassing, stealing security cameras and shutting power off of a home on Middle Fork. According to the arrest warrant, Magoffin County Sheriff Deputy Eugene Salyer was dispatched to a location on Middle Fork regarding a trespass/burglary complaint, with video surveillance showing Aaron Arnett, [...]
Miss Kentucky and Miss Kentucky’s Teen orientation is in the books! The girls spent Saturday, April 11 at God’s Pantry packing food boxes and getting all the information for their week long state competition! Miss Magoffin, Erin-Grace Rudd, will be competing as contestant #39 and Miss Magoffin’s Teen, Lyndsey Wireman, will be competing as contestant [...]
The grants paid for 15 standard-issue pistols, 15 patrol rifles, ammunition, ballistic vests and helmets, a bulletproof riot shield, spike strips and a Halligan tool to force doors.
Jim Croucher relaxes in his garage at Croucher Service Center in Isom, where he has spent 46 years working on vehicles. Now semi-retired, he enjoys spring days like those we’ve been having in Letcher County while picking and choosing the jobs he still takes on. The post Still turning wrenches — just on his terms first appeared on The Mountain Eagle .
The Letcher Fiscal Court has formally called on state regulators to increase oversight of Kentucky Power Company and to reconsider a recently approved rate increase, citing growing concerns over electric costs and management decisions affecting eastern Kentucky. In a resolution adopted at its April meeting, the court expressed support for an ongoing management audit of Kentucky Power ordered by th
Jenkins City Police are investigating the shooting of another dog on Rocky Hollow and are looking at the same person accused in a prior incident. Police were called to the 200 block of Rocky Hollow on Monday and arrested Johnny Tinnel, 41, on outstanding warrants for menacing, harboring a vicious animal and having false or altered vehicle registration plates. He [...] The post Another dog shot; pr
It seems remarkable that recent Kentucky quarterback commit Jake Nawrot went from a junior varsity quarterback at John Hersey High School in Arlington Heights, Illinois, in 2024 to throwing for more than 3,000 yards and 41 touchdowns in 2025 — and now being ranked the No. 2 quarterback in the 2027 recruiting class. Hersey coach Tom Nelson said the potential [...] The post UK commit Nawrot’s rapid
The Letcher County Central Lady Cougars put together an impressive five-game winning streak last week, improving their season record to 13-6 with a series of dominant performances at the plate and in the circle. Letcher Central opened the run with a 12-0 victory over Knott County Central on April 13. Kelsey Bentley led the offense with four hits and four [...] The post LCC softball surges behind b
The Letcher County Central Cougars split their last four games, picking up a decisive win over Buckhorn before dropping three straight contests to Perry County Central, Boyd County and Wolfe County. Letcher Central opened the stretch with a dominant 15-0 win over Buckhorn in a three-inning game on April 15. The Cougars pounded out 11 hits and took advantage of [...] The post Cougars win 1, lost 3
Bass baits come in many forms and styles. All of these baits have been designed and tested to help anglers find and catch bass during the best times of the year. Some baits are most effective during certain seasons, but a handful will catch bass year-round when presented correctly. Jigs are one of those dependable baits. They come in two [...] The post Jigs remain the go-to bait in spring bass fis
By the time you read this, your old buddy will have had major surgery, and hopefully the pain will be gone. It’s no secret that we live in a complicated healthcare system. More than three years ago, my longtime hospital, Central Baptist in Lexington, ran tests after a surgery I had in 1995 finally began to fail. A screw had [...] The post Waiting, praying and finally moving forward after wait firs
The shop plans to hire others coming out of treatment as they transition back into the workforce, teaching retail and production skills they can take anywhere.
Students chose apple trees so the fruit can be picked and donated to the local food bank.
Maddie McGarvey has spent her career photographing rural Appalachia. She says she wants to bear witness to the struggle and resilience in forgotten pockets of the nation. The post Q&A: The Photographer Documenting Appalachian Poverty, And Resilience appeared first on 100 Days in Appalachia .