(ABC 36 NEWS NOW) - Gov. Andy Beshear directed flags at all state office buildings to be lowered to half-staff on May 15 in accordance with a White House proclamation. A joint resolution of Congress, approved Oct. 1, 1962, designated May 15 of each year as Peace Officers Memorial Day and the week in which it falls as Police Week....
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WVSP says they began an investigation on Jacob McCumbers, 35, of Arnoldsburg, for alleged sexual abuse of a juvenile on Sept. 3, 2025.
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University of Kentucky administration addressed the many changes going on at the school this year.
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Meteorologist Dillon Gaudet is tracking cooler temperatures for this Thursday, with afternoon highs struggling to even reach the lows 60s.
Rep. Thomas Massie was stuck in Washington for a vote on Capitol Hill, so one of his supporters made the pitch for his campaign in a banquet hall packed with Republicans in northern Kentucky.
Meteorologist Dillon Gaudet has your forecast for tonight’s Dirty Birds game in Charleston.
On May 14, 1982, judge Arthur Recht declared West Virginia’s system of financing schools unconstitutional.
Personal style can boost confidence and overall wellbeing. The Aging Untold experts are sharing the connection between style, hormones and self-expression at any age.
A recent high-speed chase that ended in Fayette County prompted a closer look at what law enforcement officers experience during pursuits.
A Louisville Democrat has ended his campaign after a door camera video showing him taking a flyer out of a mailbox surfaced. Max Morley, one of the three candidates hoping to primary embattled state Rep. Daniel Grossberg next week, said on social media he was ending his campaign and wanted to “apologize to those I [...]
LEXINGTON — Thomas Massie is not Dalton Henry’s congressman. But the Floridian still stood outside KET on May 4 to show his support at Massie’s appearance. Henry, who traveled hundreds of miles, has followed the race closely, and understands that because Trump has taken aim at Massie by endorsing his opponent, he could be in trouble. [...]
The Brookings–AEI Commission on U.S. Rural Prosperity held the hearing at Hazard Community and Technical College.
By Aaron Rowe Harlan Enterprise Jason Childers was sworn in as a new city council member during the Harlan Council meeting on May 11. Childers, who is perhaps best known [...]
WHITESBURG, Ky. -- After a nearly six-month delay, the murder case against a former Letcher County sheriff is heading back to court. Former Letcher County 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. The parties were last in court on Dec. 18, but that hearing was abruptly canceled before i
By John Henson Managing Editor As a star linebacker/running back in 1999, Harlan’s Frank Shope played a key role on an 11-2 squad that was among the best football teams [...]
PRESTONSBURG, Ky. -- A third high-ranking employee has filed suit against Mountain Comprehensive Care Center, claiming she was fired for not following orders to submit false billing codes. Kristy Stiltner, of Van Lear, filed her complaint May 1. In it, she says she was a 22-year employee of the organization who most recently served as Mental Health Director. Stiltner makes claims that she was told
Vincent Fleming, who was charged with murdering his girlfriend on November 1, 2024, has pleaded guilty to a lesser charge. Fleming, 26, admitted to killing 23-year-old Renata Dawn Bailey at Fleming’s home at 366 Box Rock Road, Mayking. Bailey, 23, of Elk Creek at Blackey, was found dead at Fleming’s home by an ambulance crew after Fleming called 9-1-1. Police [...] The post Mayking man pleads guil
Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman is asking a Louisville judge to reconsider his ruling that the state’s definition of human life is void because it’s too vague. Lawyers who sued on behalf of three Jewish women (only one, Jessica Kalb, was allowed to proceed) who said the abortion ban restricted their ability to pursue in [...]
PAINTSVILLE, Ky. -- What began as an investigation into the theft of bicycles resulted in a Paintsville sex offender being arrested for failing to maintain his registration requirements. Paintsville Police were called Sunday to a home on Second Street over a report that two bicycles had been stolen the previous evening. The homeowner was able to provide footage allegedly showing Jessie Lee Ward, 4
Dr. Colby French Spiritual Gifts In every generation, there come moments when life feels unsteady, when the ground beneath us shifts and the future seems unclear. Here in Harlan, we [...]
U.S. Rep. Thomas Massie is taking to social media after a former girlfriend publicly accused the congressman of offering her hush money to drop a complaint against a Massie ally. A video interview with the woman, Cynthia West, conducted by Northern Kentucky attorney Marcus Carey was widely circulated Tuesday on X, formerly known as Twitter. [...]
An Iowa-licensed surgeon accused of “perverted” and unprofessional conduct while practicing in Kentucky is now facing sanctions from Iowa regulators. The Iowa Board of Medicine has charged Dr. Thomas F. Satterly, an orthopedic surgeon who practiced in western Iowa during 2023 and 2024, with unprofessional conduct, violating the laws or rules governing the practice of [...]
There's something about coming home from a trip where you were truly restored, rested, revived, and your soul settled. Then, boom...suddenly you're back in the real world. It takes a [...]
Early voting for the May primary election begins Thursday in Letcher County. Any registered voter may cast a ballot during no-excuse early voting Thursday through Saturday. Polls will be open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day at the Letcher District Courtroom and the Letcher County Recreation Center. Voters may cast ballots at either location regardless of where they [...] The post Early voting is se
Kentucky Power Company has begun the regulatory process for what appears to be a major new electric generation project, according to recent filings with the Kentucky Public Service Commission. The utility filed a formal notice with the PSC stating its intent to seek approval to construct a “new in-state generation resource,” along with related siting, accounting and ratemaking approvals. The [...]
The trial for a man accused of murdering Angela Roberts at a cemetery at Cowan in 2024 has been delayed another three months. Jury selection was scheduled to begin Monday for Mark Miles, 66, but was postponed after his attorney became ill. The trial is now scheduled for August 12 in Letcher Circuit Court in Whitesburg. Miles, 66, a cousin [...] The post Trial delayed again in cemetery murder first
Major changes have been announced this month for the Letcher County Central High School football program. On May 1, Letcher Central announced the retirement of head football coach Junior Matthews, who leaves behind a decade marked by steady growth and improvement for the Cougar program, both on and off the field. During his first season at the helm in 2016, [...] The post New coach, new district a
The Letcher County Central High School boys’ volleyball team saw its 2026 season come to an end Saturday after a hard-fought five-set loss to Pikeville in the semifinals of the 8th Region Boys’ Volleyball Tournament at Letcher Central. The Cougars dropped the opening set, 26-24, before battling back to win the next two sets, 25-21 and 25-22, and take a [...] The post Cougars’ season ends in 5-set
The Letcher County Central Lady Cougars and Jenkins Lady Cavaliers entered the final week of the regular season as two of the top fast-pitch softball teams in the 14th Region. Letcher County Central began the week with a 19-8 record and remained unbeaten in both 53rd District play at 6-0 and 14th Region competition at 11-0. The Lady Cougars opened [...] The post Girls’ teams near tourney play firs
Well, Struttin Time readers, another very good spring turkey season is now in our rearview mirror. I received a ton of pictures and posts from hunters all across the area celebrating a successful season. One thing that really stood out this year was the number of women hunters who enjoyed successful hunts. Now we move into what was my favorite [...] The post Looking back on days of ‘Mulberry seaso
“President Trump has spoken,” said a booming announcer in a TV ad about his endorsement of Rep. Andy Barr in Tuesday’s Republican primary, as if his is the last word about the race for U.S. senator. So much for government of the people, by the people, and for the people, as the first Republican president [...]
By John Henson Sports Writer After going through a brutal stretch when they lost nine of 11 games and fell to 12-12 on the season, the Harlan County Lady Bears [...]
PIKEVILLE, Ky. – The Postal Service is hiring rural carrier associates in Pikeville, Elkhorn City, and Salyersville. The positions pay $21.89 per hour, plus some benefits. There are plenty of opportunities for job seekers to ask questions and receive assistance during the Postal Service Job Fair on Wednesday, May 20, at the Pike County Public Library, 126 Lee Ave., 41501. The Job Fair hours are 10
FRANKFORT - You can join the Union Sportsmen's Alliance (USA) in helping create lasting memories for families at Kentucky Take Kids Fishing Events at three locations across the state on [...]
FRANKFORT, Ky. (KT) - Gov. Beshear announced on Tuesday more than $1.3 million in funding has been awarded for projects that will transform recycled waste tires into safe, durable products [...]
It had been quite the day for this group of friends. First, they heard that a famous preacher, one whom some had known well, was murdered while in jail. They [...]
PRESTONSBURG, Ky. -- The prosecution in the Amber Spradlin murder case has refuted several claims made by a defense attorney in a court filing, including that a key prosecution witness was given immunity in exchange for his testimony. Commonwealth's Attorney Brent Turner filed a response to the request on Monday, saying Roy Kidd has not been offered any deal in exchange for testifying in the case.
LEXINGTON, Ky. – Kentucky's Tuesday game vs. NKU has been cancelled and will not be made up. Tuesday night's game vs. NKU is cancelled by mutual decision. Our team faced multiple extended delays over the weekend, extensive travel days and challenging rest and recovery periods. We play a critically important conference series beginning Thursday that demands putting our student-athletes in the best
TOMAHAWK, Ky. -- A Martin County man is facing a felony insurance fraud charge, after he allegedly lied to police about his side-by-side being stolen. A Kentucky State Police trooper was called to the home of Larry Delong, 62, of Tomahawk, on Sunday over the alleged theft. Delong told police he had been gone fishing all weekend and that the vehicle was gone when he came back home. He said he also
FRANKFORT, Ky. -- A Kentucky childcare advocacy organization is using an $8 million grant to support rural childcare and early education in Appalachian Kentucky. Nearly all households in the region's counties face childcare barriers and in 79 of the state's 120 counties, there are not enough childcare providers to meet demand. Chelsi Harville, Kentucky state director for the nonprofit Save the Chi
The five candidates vying for the Republican and Democratic nominations in the race magistrate in Pike County’s Dist. 5 discussed a variety of concerns in their district during a political forum hosted by Appalachian Newspapers Inc. on May 5.
Pikeville Medical Center announced in a statement that it is enhancing the inpatient experience with the launch of MyChart Bedside, a convenient digital platform designed to keep hospitalized patients informed and connected throughout their care journey.
A Pike County grand jury convened on May 5 and returned eight true bills against nine individuals, resulting in six felony indictments and two misdemeanor indictments.
LAKEVILLE/ASHLAND – U.S. Marshals served an active arrest warrant on a Magoffin County man, wanted on federal drug charges. On Sunday, May 3, the U.S. Marshals Fugitive Task Force executed and served a federal arrest warrant on Eddie A. McFarland, 34, at his residence on Rose Branch in the Lakeville community of Magoffin County, according [...]
FAR MIDDLE FORK – Two ATV riders were arrested for alleged drug trafficking on Monday night in the Far Middle Fork area. According to the arrest citation, Magoffin County Sheriff Department Deputy N. Watson had just finished at a call in the nearby area and he was back on patrol, traveling northbound on KY 378, [...]
FRANKFORT – With Kentucky State Treasurer Mark H. Metcalf announcing last month that the Treasury’s Unclaimed Property Division has surpassed $100 million returned to Kentuckians, now is a great time to check to see if you may have some unclaimed property sitting in Frankfort and waiting to be claimed. “We’re not talking about numbers on [...]
SALYERSVILLE – While the Primary Election is less than two weeks away, some local races for this fall are starting to take shape. So far, two familiar names have filed for Salyersville mayor, with former Mayor James “Pete” Shepherd and the current incumbent Mayor Stanley Howard set to go head-to-head, yet, again. Shepherd had long-said [...]
Magoffin County Judge/Executive Donald W. McFarland signed the following proclamation, declaring May 2026 Older Americans Month for Magoffin County: WHEREAS, Magoffin County includes a growing number of older Americans who contribute their strength, wisdom, and experience to our community; and WHEREAS, communities benefit when people of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds are welcome, included, a
The University of Pikeville announced in a statement May 7 it has received accreditation for its Associate Degree of Nursing program from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, marking a significant milestone for nursing education in Eastern Kentucky.
Memories are surely short among some Americans these days. Just last June they celebrated "obliterating" Iran's nuclear ambitions.
“Music kind of creates a community, and it’s an exalted position to be up on a stage and to be part of the thing that brings people together,” O’Brien said. The post Grammy Award-Winning Musician Tim O'Brien and the Next Generation of Appalachian Bluegrass appeared first on 100 Days in Appalachia .
ohnson Central High School was evacuated Tuesday after a bomb threat was posted on Facebook.
Many credit Addiction Recovery Care with playing a key role in their sobriety. But most also said they felt betrayed by the organization. The post They Needed Treatment for Drug Addiction. The Company They Turned to May Have Used Them to Commit Fraud. appeared first on 100 Days in Appalachia .
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 .