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A man is charged with murder after the victim in a bar fight died.
A proposed change to Kentucky Senate Bill 4 would significantly reshape the school boards in two of the state's largest districts.
At the age of 85, Alice Taylor handles all tailoring for three Dillard's locations in Charlotte, North Carolina.
FRANKFORT, Ky. (KT) - The Kentucky State Police (KSP) say current and former employees at two Kentucky state prisons are among those facing charges stemming from separate investigations. After Eastern [...]
New technology is allowing some women to test themselves for cervical cancer without a visit to the doctor’s office.
If there's one thing that I've learned in this life, it's that what things look like and what they actually are may be very different things. Case in point, I [...]
An early morning crash in Jackson County, Ohio, sent one person to the hospital.
We also explore when it might be the right time to declutter your home and how letting go can create more space and less stress.
Lexington police arrested Neffitiri Miller, 36, at the scene of a shooting.
A two-vehicle crash is affecting traffic on I-64 in Hurricane.
Ohio prepares people for severe weather during the spring season.
Brad Dourif was born in Huntington.
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
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
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
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
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
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 .
Lexington police say that a woman has been arrested in connection to a shooting on Tuesday night that happened at a home on West Sixth Street and left one man injured.
Deputies responded to a home on Locust Grove Road
FRANKFORT — Gun manufacturers and sellers would be shielded from lawsuits over the actions of their customers under a bill approved Tuesday by the GOP-controlled Kentucky House of Representatives. Rep. TJ Roberts, R-Burlington, sponsor of House Bill 78, told lawmakers that “criminals should be held liable for their actions — not manufacturers, not sellers who [...]
PRESTONSBURG, Ky. - Prestonsburg High School announced Tuesday that Shawn Hager has been named the school's new boys head basketball coach. "I am very excited for this opportunity to be part of the Blackcat basketball program," Hager said. "I am looking forward to getting started and working with the players." As a player, Hager won three regional championships during his high school career, later
(ABC36 News Now) — The Kentucky Senate has passed Senate Bill 289, known as Wynter's Law, which aims to clarify activation standards and improve coordination in missing child cases. The Kentucky Senate has approved Senate Bill 289, known as Wynter's Law, legislation sponsored by Sen. Brandon Storm, R-London, that aims to strengthen Kentucky's Amber Alert system and improve coordination when...
FRANKFORT — A bill that critics say would block Kentuckians from suing pesticide companies for failing to warn of their products' hazards narrowly passed the Republican-controlled House Tuesday over significant Republican opposition. Senate Bill 199, sponsored by Sen. Jason Howell, R-Murray, would designate that the warning required under a federal law “shall be deemed a [...]
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) - Police are investigating a shooting that left one person injured Tuesday evening in Lexington. According to the Lexington Police Department, officers were dispatched around 5:30 p.m. on March 17, 2026, to a home in the 1700 block of Cantrill Drive for a report of shots fired. When officers arrived, they located a male victim...
Recently, I spent the weekend away in a little cabin in the woods. Just me and my Father. I spend time with Him regularly, but at least quarterly, I sneak [...]
Our not so subtle reminder from Mother Nature that the winter season is over yet continued on St. Patrick's Day across Central and Eastern Kentucky as the unseasonably cold air stayed locked in. It was a rough morning in the Lexington area as a burst of snow showers covered the ground just prior to the morning commute creating slick roadways and...
FRANKFORT — Kentucky’s Republican-controlled House and Senate overrode Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear’s veto of a bill that would opt the state into a program of education grants for K-12 students promoted by the Trump administration and benefiting from a new federal tax credit. With little debate, the Senate voted 31-5 to overturn Beshear’s rejection of [...]
A new report from Nielsen shows radio is the number-one way Americans listen to audio, far outpacing digital platforms. The report, titled “Audio Today 2026,” finds radio reaches 93 percent of all U.S. adults each month, making it the most widely used media platform in the country. Nielsen says radio also accounts for the majority of ad-supported audio listening, with about 61 percent of daily lis
With March Madness right around the corner, this time of year brings up a lot of memories for basketball fans around the state. One team that comes to mind is the dominant Paintsville Tigers in the late 90s. This team was stacked from top to bottom, with a front court of Craig Ratliff, JR VanHoose, and Josh McKenzie; the Tigers were an impossible team to stop down low. On top of that, they were le
ASHLAND, Ky. -- A Pike County man has pleaded guilty in a federal child porn case that officials say involved thousands of images. Michael Wayne Hilliary, 58, of McCarr, pleaded guilty Monday to possessing child porn. Hilliary was arrested May 15, after police with a search warrant raided his home and found 20 pictures and videos of child porn on his computer. Later, a forensic examination of the
UPDATE (2:00 PM): Authorities have announced that Amanda King has been found safe. RICHMOND, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) - Authorities in Madison County are asking for the public’s help locating a missing Richmond woman. The Madison County Sheriff’s Office has issued a Golden Alert for Amanda King, who was last seen Saturday, March 14, 2026, around 11 a.m. Deputies say...
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) - The Lexington Police Department says it has resumed taking reports and responding to non-injury crashes after handling a large number of incidents Tuesday morning. According to police, as of 11:40 a.m. on March 17, officers are again responding to non-injury collisions. Anyone involved in a crash is asked to call (859) 258-3600 or 911....
WEST LIBERTY, Ky. -- An investigation into illegal drug activity inside an Eastern Kentucky prison has resulted in the arrest of five people. Kentucky State Police and the Gateway Area Drug Task Force responded to a request to investigate from the Eastern Kentucky Correctional Complex in West Liberty. That investigation resulted in indictments being returned against two former correctional officer
LOUISVILLE, Ky. - The Johns Creek Archery Team walked away with some bragging rights following the National Archery in the Schools Program state tournament this past Friday. Team member Blake Mullins delivered an outstanding performance, shooting an impressive score of 274 out of a possible 300. Of the 1,585 middle school partipants, Mullins finished in 102-place. While his score fell just short o
EDDYVILLE, Ky. (ABC36 News Now) — A caseworker at the Kentucky State Penitentiary has been arrested after security footage allegedly captured her having a sexual encounter with an inmate, according to Kentucky State Police. KSP detailed that 26-year-old Alysta Mathis of Dawson Springs was arrested and charged with third-degree rape and third-degree sodomy. She was transported to the Crittenden Cou
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 News Now) — The Lexington Police Department is temporarily suspending the taking of reports for minor, non-injury collisions due to high call volume in Fayette County amid the winter weather. The suspension took effect today at 8:45 a.m, police added. Motorists involved in a collision where no one is injured and vehicles are not disabled are asked...
LEXINGTON, Ky. – Kentucky men’s basketball senior guard Otega Oweh was named to the National Association of Basketball Coaches Central District Second Team, the organization announced on Tuesday. It marks the second-consecutive season that the Wildcat star has received all-district honors from the NABC, after being named a first-team selection a year ago. Oweh leads the Wildcats with 18.2 points p
by CHRIS COMBS COLUMBUS, Ohio – For the 21st time in program history, the West Virginia University rifle team won the NCAA Rifle National Championship after two days of competition inside the Covelli Center in Columbus on Saturday. The win marks the second straight title for the Mountaineers and the second straight season WVU has come from behind to claim it. This season, the Mountaineers came bac
Phyllis Ann Day, 77, of Smith, died March 7, 2026. Eric Hurston Simpson, 46, of Watts Creek, died March 10, 2026. Betty Ann Bledsoe Fee, 62, of Harlan, died March [...]
Months ago, about half of my neighbor’s tree fell in the night. I was unaware of what happened until the next morning. It landed right in the middle of the [...]
A psychiatric nurse practitioner at Primary Care Centers of Eastern Kentucky says storm-related anxiety is common in the region.
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 [...]
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 [...]
The annual prom dress giveaway at Valley Veterinary Clinic is in full swing, with hundreds of free gowns available for students to choose from.
A discussion on updating the City of Pikeville’s zoning ordinance was held during the March 9 city commission meeting.
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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.
With two-thirds of the legislative session now behind us, lawmakers have already worked through a significant portion of this year’s agenda. By the Wednesday, March 4 deadline to file new legislation, House members introduced 938 bills. As is typical each year, only a small share
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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 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.
The store sells suits, belts, shoes and other apparel. Co-owners Reda and Nicole Fugate, a mother and daughter, opened the business.
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 .