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Substitute teacher faces felony charge for alleged improper relationship with student

Angela Palmares is charged with improper relationship between an educator and a student, a second-degree felony.

4 hospitalized in overnight Lexington crash

Four people were taken to the hospital after an overnight crash in Lexington, police say.

Multiple people hurt in Huntington shootings

Multiple people have been rushed to the hospital after two shooting incidents early Saturday morning in Huntington, according to Cabell County Emergency Dispatchers.

High school senior killed in Louisiana mall mass shooting identified

Students at a Louisiana school are mourning a teenager who was apparently caught in the crossfire of a mall shooting.

‘Very large’ nonnative snake found dead, dumped along rural roadway

Authorities in Wisconsin said a large, non-native snake was found dead and dumped along a rural roadway.

Local school bus crash inspires NTSB safety recommendations

A decision to drive a school bus while drunk more than two years ago is something 19 children will never forget.

Legends win home opener thriller against the Dirty Birds

The Lexington Legends kicked off its home slate with a thrilling 12-11 win in 10 innings over the Charleston Dirty Birds.

Thousands of youth ATVs recalled after 6-year-old killed

Thousands of youth all-terrain vehicles were recalled after a child was killed.

Sandy’s Racing and Gaming prepares for first quarter horse races in August

Sandy’s general manager Sara Ann Marlow said the project marks a milestone for the facility and the community.

A few showers and storms around to kick off the weekend

We've enjoyed some great weather the last few days here in Central and Eastern Kentucky and Friday was no exception with sunshine and unseasonably warm temperatures. With a frontal boundary approaching from the west, winds kicked in out of the south once again helping to push afternoon highs back into the upper 70s and low-80s. A few scattered showers and...

UK board to revisit rules on board governance following Beshear’s criticism

LEXINGTON — In the wake of criticism from Gov. Andy Beshear over recent UK actions, Board of Trustees member Jim Gray called for a “collaborative group” to review and adjust the university’s governing regulations. The move from Gray, who recently resigned as Transportation Secretary to become a part-time advisory role to Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear, came [...]

Fiscal Court recognizes national prayer event

Howard tosses 3-hitter with 16 Ks as Lady Lions roll past Harlan

Harlan scored the first run of the game against Pineville ace Rachel Howard, but the Lady Lions reeled off the next 11 for an 11-1 win Thursday at Pineville. Howard [...]

Magoffin men indicted on federal drug charges

ASHLAND, Ky. — Two Magoffin County men are now under federal indictment, less than a month after they were arrested following a drug raid. Eddie McFarland, 34, of Lakeville, and Anthony Darrell Saylor, 38, of Salyersville, were each indicted for conspiracy to distribute controlled substances and distributing controlled substances. McFarland is also charged with using a gun in a drug trafficking cr

Postal Service to temporarily raise shipping costs

WASHINGTON, D.C. — People all across America, and especially in Eastern Kentucky, have been watching their everyday costs rise. From gas to food to utility bills, everything seems to be getting more expensive. And starting next week, you can add the cost to mail a package to that list. The U.S. Postal Service will implement a temporary 8 percent price increase on retail and commercial services suc

As governor’s race begins, Senate race has new signals

Kentucky’s unusual political calendar, in which we elect governors in the odd-numbered year before presidential races, has occasionally interfered with even-year races for U.S. Senator. That has hurt Democrats; factional splits led to Sen. Earle Clements’ defeat in 1956 and Wilson Wyatt’s loss in 1962, both to Thruston Morton, and Katherine Peden lost in 1968 [...]

Take time to appreciate simple Sundays as opportunities arise

Judith Victoria Hensley Plain Thoughts What a great day I’ve had today! It started off with a phone call from my son, whose voice always makes me happy. He shared [...]

Induction ceremony is held for Spanish Honor Society at HCHS

By Lacey Short Contributing Writer The Spanish Honor Society had its annual induction ceremony Wednesday night at Harlan County High School. The new inducted members include Kaleigh Arvin, Maliyah Bala, [...]

Pike man sees child porn case moved to federal court

LONDON, Ky. -- A Pike County man charged with possession of child porn back in February has now seen his case bumped up to federal court. Terry Weston Rogers, 29, of Pikeville, was arrested Feb. 26 after police discovered more than 1,000 images of child porn on his phone. He now faces a federal charge of possession of child porn, the same charge he faced in Pike Circuit Court. The key difference b

UofL to renew ties with disgraced Papa John’s founder

University of Louisville President Gerry Bradley said the university will rekindle its relationship with Papa John’s founder John Schnatter, which erupted in 2018 after Schnatter used a racial slur during a conference call. In a Thursday press release, Bradley said university administrators recently met with Schnatter and “learned a lot of facts and details regarding [...]

Officials can hide texts, emails on private devices from records requests, state Supreme Court rules

The Kentucky Supreme Court ruled Thursday that emails and text messages created by public officials on private devices are not public records, a decision that a dissenting supreme court justice fears could destroy “the public’s right to know what its government is doing.” The ruling stemmed from a years-long case brought by the open government [...]

Kentucky updates child abuse response protocol for 2026

FRANKFORT - Attorney General Russell Coleman joined Kentucky prosecutors, law enforcement, advocates and medical professionals to release an updated framework for the collaborative response to child sexual abuse. The Kentucky [...]

Utility Rates to Rise 5.98% for Kentucky Electric Cooperative

FRANKFORT - On Thursday, the Kentucky Public Service Commission (PSC) issued its Final Order in an East Kentucky Power Company (EKPC) rate case, in which the agency accepted a Joint [...]

Georgetown Bridge construction nears completion; to open by July

Tobacco settlement continues to fund Kentucky programs

FRANKFORT - Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman has announced that the state has received $94.4 million for this year's Tobacco Master Settlement Agreement (MSA) payment. This means Kentucky has now [...]

Millions in opioid settlement ‘blood money’ headed to KY organizations

Help is available to Kentuckians living with addiction. For resources, visit https://findhelpnow.org/ky. In physical emergencies, call 911. For mental health crises, call or text 988. Locate free Naloxone (Narcan), which can reverse overdoses, near you here. The Kentucky Opioid Abatement Advisory Commission is awarding more than 100 organizations with more than $34 million in grant [...]

Kentucky farmers urge drivers: Share rural roads safely

FRANKFORT, Ky. (KT) - It's that time of year to remind drivers that they need to share the road with other vehicles, including farm implements, especially along rural roads. Kentucky [...]

Retiring AD Mitch Barnhart steps away from lucrative UK post after governor complains

University of Kentucky Athletics Director Mitch Barnhart has decided not to take a $950,000 a year job that would begin after his June 30 retirement, UK President Eli Capilouto announced on Thursday. "Mitch Barnhart came to me earlier this week to share his concern that the discussion surrounding his future role leading our sports workforce [...]

UK BSB: Jack Bennett Named to Midseason Stopper of the Year Watch List

PRESS RELEASE: UK ATHLETICS LEXINGTON, Ky. – Kentucky pitcher Jack Bennett has been named to the Midseason Stopper of the Year Watch List by the National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association, it has been announced. Bennett, a senior from Paducah, Kentucky, has been an important piece of UK's bullpen and registered six saves to this point of the season. In the Wildcats' Southeastern Conference o

Amber Spradlin murder case to go to trial May 11, after judge denies delay

PIKEVILLE, Ky. -- The defendants in the Amber Spradlin murder trial will go to trial in 18 days. That is the result of a hearing in the case today. Spradlin's body was found June 18, 2023, at the Arkansas Creek home of Prestonsburg dentist Michael McKinney. McKinney's son, M.K. McKinney, has been charged with her murder, while both McKinneys and family friend Josh Mullins are charged with multiple

Dickenson School Board remains in holding pattern on budget; discusses staff stipends, attendance

CLINTWOOD, Va. — The Dickenson County School Board moved to reward district employees and celebrate student achievement during its April monthly meeting on Wednesday April 22, unanimously approving one-time stipends for all staff and recognizing the high school’s top academic performer. The board approved a $1,000 bonus for full-time employees and $500 for part-time staff. To be eligible, staff mu

Candidates make quick cases to Hillbilly Days festival goers

Candidates seeking several offices — including those seeking to replace U.S. Sen. Mitch McConnell and U.S. Rep. Hal Rogers — were given minutes to address Hillbilly Days festival goers at the annual Stump Speaking event held April 18.

Ruling denies attorney's attempt to replace Circuit Judge Hall in civil cases

The Kentucky Supreme Court's chief justice has denied the request of a Pikeville attorney to have a special judge appointed to replace Pike Circuit Judge Howard Keith Hall in several cases he has before the judge.

Magoffin County Sheriff’s Office adds guns, gear and armored Humvees through grants

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.

Pike man charged with child porn possession released from jail after bond reduction

A Pike County man who is facing child pornography charges has been released from the Pike County Detention Center after his bond was reduced so he can attend a substance abuse treatment program.

UK VB: 2026 SEC Volleyball Schedule Announced

PRESS RELEASE: UK ATHLETICS LEXINGTON, Ky. – The 2026 Southeastern Conference volleyball schedule was announced by the league office on Wednesday as the Kentucky Volleyball team now knows its path to a 10th-straight SEC regular-season championship. SEC opening week is the week of Sept. 21 with the Wildcats making their first appearance in Nashville, Tennessee to open SEC play at Vanderbilt before

Phelps Hornets Release 2026 Football Schedule

The Phelps Hornets have released their 2026 football schedule, featuring a mix of regional matchups, in-state opponents and out-of-state competition as the program looks ahead to the fall. Phelps will open the season Friday, Aug. 21, at 6 p.m. against Pineville in the Laurel Bowl on the road. The Hornets return the following week, Saturday, Aug. 29, for a 6 p.m. matchup against Shelby Valley in th

Still turning wrenches — just on his terms

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 .

Another dog shot; prior suspect is again under scrutiny in Jenkins

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

UK commit Nawrot’s rapid rise leads week in UK sports

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

Jigs remain the go-to bait in spring bass fishing

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

Waiting, praying and finally moving forward after wait

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

Hazard store gives second chance to people in recovery

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.

South Williamson woman charged with trafficking methamphetamine, promoting contraband

A South Williamson woman is facing felony charges after she allegedly attempted to bring 60 grams of methamphetamine, as well as quantities of suspected fentanyl and cocaine, into the Pike County Detention Center.

PMC's King, Tackett recognized with UnitedHealthcare Hero Award

Pikeville Medical Center has announced in a statement that two of its dedicated Primary Care physicians, Samuel J. King, MD and Kristi Tackett, DO, have been recognized with the UnitedHealthcare Hero Award.

Magoffin County middle schoolers plant living memorials to honor community leaders

Students chose apple trees so the fruit can be picked and donated to the local food bank.

New Hazard shop provides work opportunities for those in recovery

Beacon Revival Co. is a partnership between Primary Care Centers and Beacons of Hope, created to help people leaving treatment find purpose and job skills.