Lexington crews respond to truck fire
A truck caught fire after an early-morning crash in Lexington.
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Siblings, ages 1 and 3, killed in apartment fire
Two young children died after a fire tore through a Kentucky apartment.
Duggar family member appearing on ’19 Kids and Counting’ accused of child molestation
Authorities in Florida say they have arrested and charged 31-year-old Joseph Garrett Duggar.
Correctional officer charged with using burritos to smuggle contraband into prison
Sixty-six-year-old James Byron Thibodeaux was charged with having a prohibited substance in a correctional facility.
Basketball player battling cancer joins team for state title run
After three months in the hospital battling Hodgkin’s lymphoma, the Generals made it to the state tournament with Ty cleared to reunite with his friends on the hardwood.
WSAZ Sports+ | A special win for Winfield
Winfield walked away with a win Wednesday evening facing off against Ripley in the AAA Quarterfinal game of the state tournament.
First Alert Forecast | Weather slowly but surely becoming better!
Weather slowly but surely becoming better!
WSAZ Sports+ | Winfield gets win over Ripley
(4) Winfield vs. (5) Ripley
KHSAA Boys’ Sweet 16 tips off at Rupp Arena
The Kentucky High School Athletic Association Boys’ Sweet 16 tournament got underway Wednesday night at Rupp Arena, with eight teams taking the court in the opening round.
US Senate again refuses to limit Trump's war in Iran
WASHINGTON — U.S. Senate Republicans and one Democrat blocked another War Powers Resolution Wednesday night to stop President Donald Trump from further military action in Iran without authorization from Congress. The resolution failed to advance, 47-53. Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa., broke with Democrats to join Republicans in opposing the measure. Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky., voted [...]
Kentucky Senate unanimously passes $31 billion state budget and $810 million in one-time spending
FRANKFORT — The GOP-controlled Kentucky Senate unanimously passed its version of the two-year state budget Wednesday providing less money than the House for public schools but substantially more for Medicaid, while cutting a number of state agency budgets. State senators also passed budget bills funding the state’s legislative and judicial branches, along with a bill [...]
'Nice to help': College students across the state choose to give back this Spring Break
While most college students are relaxing or heading to the beach this spring break, a group of volunteers chose to spend their week differently by giving back and working in Eastern Kentucky.
Woodford County receives $12 million to buy out flood-damaged homes along the Kentucky River
Woodford County has received $12 million in federal funding to buy out flood-damaged properties in the Clifton and Buck Run areas, with plans to convert the land into greenspace.
Kentucky State Police investigating juvenile death in Barren County collision
BARREN COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 News Now) — Kentucky State Police is investigating a recent fatality of a juvenile linked to a car accident that occurred earlier this month, according to a press release. According to the release, around 5 p.m. Friday, Mar. 6, Kentucky State Police Post 3 in Bowling Green received reports about a car accident, which caused an...
Former KY governor’s child support case spawns bill from GOP lawmakers who worked for him
Three Republican lawmakers have filed a bill that would bar children from intervening in a parent’s divorce case and limit their ability to obtain child support. House Bill 707 comes amid an acrimonious legal dispute between former Republican Gov. Matt Bevin and his estranged son, Jonah Bevin, who alleges his adoptive parents, Matt and Glenna [...]
Defense carries North to victory over Warren Central in Sweet 16
By John Henson Sports Writer LEXINGTON — Whether it was good defense or bad offense or something in between, the North Laurel Jaguars earned a trip to the Elite Eight [...]
Local students write, illustrate children's book on agriculture
Eighth grader Ayla Tolentino recently won a contest from the KY Department of Agriculture to author the book.
Lexington Mayor Announces Changes to Snow Response Leadership After Winter Storm Criticism
LEXINGTON, KY (ABC36 NEWS NOW) - Linda Gorton says changes are coming to Lexington’s snow response plan following public frustration over the city’s handling of recent winter storms. During a press conference Tuesday afternoon, the mayor acknowledged concerns from residents and said the city must be accountable for how it serves the community during severe weather. Gorton said she shares...
Pikeville first responders rescue man from Levisa Fork
Witnesses reported watching a vehicle drive into the river. The post Pikeville first responders rescue man from Levisa Fork appeared first on Mountain Top Media .
Student’s treatment leaves family with questions
Woman says student was forced to change schools, was dropped off at home without notice. The post Student’s treatment leaves family with questions appeared first on Mountain Top Media .
Randy Travis ‘More Life Tour’ comes to Prestonsburg
Vocalist James Dupre gives preview of Saturday’s show. The post Randy Travis ‘More Life Tour’ comes to Prestonsburg appeared first on Mountain Top Media .
Senate Republicans restore funds to Kentucky public universities in their budget proposal
FRANKFORT — Senate Republicans reversed House cuts to higher education and slightly increased funding for Kentucky’s public universities and colleges in their version of the state budget proposal, but some lawmakers still have questions about universities’ spending habits. The change is part of budget bills that came out of the Senate Appropriations and Revenue committee [...]
Tacos and Trivia hosted by Floyd Co. Extension
Event is one of many educational experiences offered. The post Tacos and Trivia hosted by Floyd Co. Extension appeared first on Mountain Top Media .
Prestonsburg's 2nd-annual St. Paddy's Fest is a success
Event featured food, contests and performances. The post Prestonsburg's 2nd-annual St. Paddy's Fest is a success appeared first on Mountain Top Media .
Mullin confronted about 'anger issues' by Rand Paul in tense DHS confirmation hearing
WASHINGTON — U.S. Sen. Markwayne Mullin of Oklahoma, the president’s pick to lead the Department of Homeland Security, on Wednesday in his confirmation hearing was challenged with questions about his “anger issues” by the fellow Republican who heads the Senate committee that oversees the department. Kentucky Republican Sen. Rand Paul, chair of the Committee on [...]
Lawsuit filed in 2024 fatal police shooting
Family claims officers used excessive force. The post Lawsuit filed in 2024 fatal police shooting appeared first on Mountain Top Media .
Two Johnson Central Students are heading to California
Ava O'Bryan and Will Case will perform at the National BARR Conference. The post Two Johnson Central Students are heading to California appeared first on Mountain Top Media .
Head to Prestonsburg for St. Patty's Day
Festivities include music, contests, dancing and more! The post Head to Prestonsburg for St. Patty's Day appeared first on Mountain Top Media .
Police: 12 juveniles face charges after fight at City County Park in Nicholasville
NICHOLASVILLE, Ky. (ABC36 News Now) — The Nicholasville Police Department reported that 12 juveniles are facing criminal charges after a physical altercation at City County Park in Nicholasville was captured on video. Nicholasville police said the recorded footage depicts what it describes as violent and disorderly conduct involving the group. According to Nicholasville police, all 12 juveniles id
Temperatures on the rise as we close out the winter season
The unseasonably cold air in place that allowed multiple rounds of snow showers to Central and Eastern Kentucky the last couple of days started to relax a bit on Wednesday. It was a chilly start to the day with temperatures in the upper 20s at daybreak as the first of 2 clipper systems dropped through the Ohio Valley. With enough...
Bluegrass Crime Stoppers: Lexington police searching for two wanted suspects
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) - The Lexington Police Department is asking for the public’s help locating two wanted suspects as part of the latest Bluegrass Crime Stoppers alert. Police are searching for Michael Johnson, who is wanted on a warrant for possession of a handgun by a convicted felon. Johnson’s date of birth is listed as September 7, 1963,...
Bluegrass Crime Stoppers: Police searching for suspects in Lexington ATM theft on Tates Creek Road
Courtesy: Bluegrass Crime Stoppers LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) - Police are asking for the public’s help identifying suspects involved in an ATM theft in Lexington. According to the Lexington Police Department, officers were dispatched around 5 a.m. on March 9, 2026, to the 4000 block of Tates Creek Road for reports of theft and criminal mischief involving an ATM....
Sowing seeds of safety
LEXINGTON, KY. The first day of spring is around the corner, and many Kentuckians are itching to get outside after a long winter. From front yard landscaping to backyard gardens, [...]
The importance of bumblebees
After a long bleak winter, it is wonderful to see wildflowers in the spring, foretelling of warmer weather and the return of color to the forest. The earliest wildflowers bloom, [...]
Discovering a Pot O’ Gold of fun during program at Harlan Center
Children from around Harlan County enjoyed activities Tuesday at the Harlan Center during the Pot O’ Gold party sponsored by Visit Harlan County in honor of St. Patrick’s Day. The [...]
12 Basketball Legends Enter Kentucky Hall of Fame
The Kentucky High School Basketball Hall of Fame (KHSBHF) is honored to announce its 2026 Class of Inductees. These 12 inductees represent the great wealth of achievement by players and [...]
Yes, it's a religious war
Genesis 16:12 "And he will be a wild man; his hand will be against every man, and every man's hand against him; and he shall dwell in the presence of [...]
State trains first responders on pipeline strike emergency protocols
FRANKFORT, Ky. (KT) - The Kentucky Public Service Commission (PSC) is partnering with Kentucky 811, first responders and local utility operators to hold three Pipeline Strike Response Training events across [...]
Being vulnerable isn't comfortable, but it's often where we find ourselves.
It's in that place when our dependence shifts away from self and fully toward the Lord. Praise God that peace begins to settle in. When we lay our guard down [...]
Jenkins council backs plan for hotel at old country club
The Jenkins City Council has approved a resolution supporting a plan to renovate the former Elkhorn Country Club into a hotel. Letcher County currently has no motels or hotels following the closure of the Parkway Inn in Whitesburg. Bed-and-breakfasts and short-term rentals are the only lodging options. Now, Jonathan and Esther Brooke Tucker hope to convert the abandoned clubhouse at [...] The post
Judge suspends local attorney, cases delayed in federal court
A federal lawsuit filed against the Jenkins Independent Board of Education by a Letcher County vlogger is among several cases facing delays after a Whitesburg attorney was found in contempt of court and suspended from practicing in federal courts. Chief U.S. District Judge David Bunning has suspended attorney Jennifer L. Taylor from practicing in the U.S. District Court for the [...] The post Judg
Blackey library still facing flood repairs nearly 4 years later
Forty-four months after the Kentucky River rose more than three feet inside the Blackey Public Library, the building’s lower level remains gutted — and now the upper level could require major changes as well. The split-level library includes an addition at the rear that sits several feet higher than the front section. Although the upper level did not flood, it [...] The post Blackey library still
Kam Williams puts team first
After Kam Williams broke his foot against Texas on Jan. 21 and needed surgery, it seemed almost certain he would miss the remainder of Kentucky’s season. Williams’ father, Greg, knew that was a possibility but also noted there was a “chance” he might return for postseason play if all went well. Last week, Williams was back on the court for [...] The post Kam Williams puts team first first appeared
Time to crank up the spring bite
Given the return to cold weather we’ve had this week, it might seem hard to believe that Friday is officially the first day of spring. The cool mornings, along with warmer days and evenings, will cause lake surface temperatures to slowly rise. As with everything in fishing, this happens for a reason. In early spring, pre-spawn bass begin moving into [...] The post Time to crank up the spring bite
Spring teases as turkey season nears
As I look out the window, at first it seems like a good day to be outside and do a little fishing. Then my eyes move to the trees bending in the wind, and I know better. The wind could carry you into the next county. Remember the old saying, “Looks can be deceiving”? This is one of those days. [...] The post Spring teases as turkey season nears first appeared on The Mountain Eagle .
‘It’s really hard this time of year’: Mental health expert addresses storm anxiety in Eastern Kentucky
A psychiatric nurse practitioner at Primary Care Centers of Eastern Kentucky says storm-related anxiety is common in the region.
KSP: Phelps man arrested after endangering two women
A Phelps man was arrested on several charges after allegedly threatening his wife and brandishing a firearm during a domestic dispute occurring on March 13, according to court records.
BSCTC alum receives PMC Shining Star Award
Six months into his nursing career, Jack Ward was recognized as one of Pikeville Medical Center’s Shining Stars, an honor bestowed on employees who exhibit excellence in patient care — a skill set his instructors at Big Sandy Community and Technical College emphasized when he was
City is in compliance: Now eligible for state funding
SALYERSVILLE – The city has finally turned in the 2023 audit and is now in compliance with the Department of Local Government for state funding. Last week the City of Salyersville received their 2023 audit report and the Department of Local Government confirmed for the SI that they have now received the audit. As of [...]
Magoffin man killed in Johnson Co. wreck
JOHNSON COUNTY – A Magoffin County man was killed in a one-vehicle wreck in Johnson County on March 5. A commercial vehicle, owned by Jackson Propane Plus and operated by Allen Skaggs, 49, of Salyersville, reportedly left the roadway and Skaggs lost control of the vehicle. Johnson County Sheriff Scott Hazlette told Mortimer Media Group [...]
Free prom gown distribution underway
The annual prom dress giveaway at Valley Veterinary Clinic is in full swing, with hundreds of free gowns available for students to choose from.
Pikeville updating zoning ordinance
A discussion on updating the City of Pikeville’s zoning ordinance was held during the March 9 city commission meeting.
Animal Shelter Updates
SALYERSVILLE – The Magoffin County Animal Shelter has had a lot going on as of late, with donations, fundraisers and lots of new, lovable faces ready for their forever homes. The Magoffin County Animal Shelter sent in a video to Mortimer Media Group last week, with volunteer Melinda Watson discussing everything going on at the [...]
Russell leads Hornets in scoring, rebounding for second straight season
SALYERSVILLE — Longtime leader Walker Russell led Magoffin County in both scoring and rebounding for the second straight boys’ high school basketball season. As a senior, Russell averaged a team-high 21.5 points and 8.0 rebounds per game for the Hornets. In 32 games, Russell scored 687 points and claimed 255 rebounds for the Hornets. Russell [...]
HWMS, MCHS earn third place finishes in tournament
SALYERSVILLE — Herald Whitaker Middle School hosted the final Magoffin County archery tournament of the 2025-26 season on Saturday, March 7. Several area teams competed in the tournament. During the tournament, Herald Whitaker Middle School and Magoffin County High School each placed third. A breakdown of Magoffin County’s top individual performers in the tournament for [...]
Two joints
Before you jump to conclusions that I have reverted back to the '70s and started to follow the now nearly all-dead Grateful Dead, my joint issue has a new meaning.
SOAR accepting applications for spring business accelerator program
The Economic Development Administration recently approved a five-year grant for SOAR, which the organization is using to address community challenges, including population loss in eastern Kentucky.
Family remembers 19-year-old lineman killed on the job in Harlan County
Family members are remembering Bryson Cottongim, a 19-year-old Clay County native who was killed while working as a lineman in Harlan County earlier this week.
Ketaco Suit & Co. hosts soft opening in downtown Hazard
The store sells suits, belts, shoes and other apparel. Co-owners Reda and Nicole Fugate, a mother and daughter, opened the business.
More ICE detainees ordered released by West Virginia judges: ‘A threat to anyone’s constitutional rights is a threat to us all’
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 .