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After speculation, Republican Stivers says he will not run for governor in 2027

Kentucky Senate President Robert Stivers said he will not launch a 2027 bid for governor. In a Monday morning statement, the Manchester Republican said he was “deeply grateful for the encouragement and confidence so many Kentuckians have shown by asking me to consider running for governor in 2027.” “After thoughtful discussions with my family, friends [...]

Former correctional officer at FMC Lexington pleads guilty to falsifying records in connection to inmate assault

A former correctional officer at Federal Medical Center in Lexington pleaded guilty to falsifying records in connection with the assault of an inmate in June 2025.

First Alert Weather | Strong storms and heavy rain return late tonight into Tuesday

Gradually warming up through the weekend

‘Dancing in the rain’: Foundation helps families find joy amid serious childhood medical challenges

Sara Knight founded the Sweet Julia Grace Foundation in memory of her daughter, Julia. The organization provides care packages, wishes and encouragement to families during long hospital journeys.

Nightly lane closures to begin on I-64

All eastbound and westbound lanes of I-64 will be closed nightly from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. starting Monday night through Wednesday, July 29.

Man survives cardiac arrest at bowling alley after bystanders revive him

When a man collapsed at a bowling alley, three bystanders stepped in and saved his life.

KY scientists learned what causes sleep loss in Alzheimer’s patients — and how to stop it

University of Kentucky scientists have discovered the cause of sleep loss in patients with Alzheimer’s disease and how to help restore hours of rest. They originally set out to see how sleep loss worsened over the course of the disease, believing Alzheimer’s patients lost sleep because their neurons were dying or because of amyloid plaques, [...]

FIRST ALERT WEATHER DAY | Tracking rounds of storms sliding into the state today

A First Alert Weather Day is in effect as Kentucky kicks off the week with multiple rounds of strong to severe storms moving through the region

Driver doing donuts crashes into fire hydrant, causing $10,000 in damage

A 21-year-old man is facing charges after police say he hit a fire hydrant while doing donuts in his pickup truck.

Louisville planning officials propose stricter rules for future data centers

Louisville Metro’s Office of Planning is recommending stricter rules for any future data centers in Jefferson County.

2 taken to hospital following Lexington shooting on Newtown Court

Two people were taken to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries following a shooting near Newtown Court.

Follow the Money: UK trustees keep giving big to Beshear

FRANKFORT – Ruth Day contributed another $15,000 to the Kentucky Democratic Party on June 16, ten days before Gov. Andy Beshear appointed her to the University of Kentucky Board of Trustees, according to a report filed by the KDP this week with the Federal Election Commission. That brings the total contributed by Day (and her [...]

A one-on-one primary could stir energy in KY's Democratic Party

This column first appeared in the Northern Kentucky Tribune, which makes it available to other publications with appropriate credit. FRANKFORT – The Kentucky Democratic Party is having a one-on-one primary election for governor, its first in more than 50 years. Those primaries were usually contests between two factions, one moderately liberal, the other more conservative. [...]

Dog missing for 5 years reunites with family after being found 600 miles away

A missing dog found his way home after more than five years.

First Alert Weather: Strong storms, heavy rain tonight into Tuesday

Dillon Gaudet has your First Alert Weather forecast on this Monday morning.

Public Service Commission OKs BMUD to Kentucky American

By Brenda Ramsey Harlan Enterprise The Kentucky Public Service Commission (PSC) has approved the sale of Black Mountain Utility District (BMUD) to Kentucky American Water (KAW), Judge Executive Dan Mosley [...]

Three injured in two-vehicle accident Sunday at Smith

By Paul Lunsford Harlan Enterprise The Kentucky State Police and the Sunshine Volunteer Fire Department responded to a two-vehicle accident in Smith on Sunday afternoon. KSP Trooper Andrew Stephens said [...]

Realignment passed by KHSAA for cross country, track teams

By John Henson Managing Editor Harlan County’s bid for a fourth straight regional cross country sweep got a little tougher recently with changes in the Kentucky High School Athletic Association [...]

Adkins to join politicians speaking at Fancy Farm after launching Kentucky governor bid

Days after launching his bid for governor, Democrat Rocky Adkins will join the lineup of speakers at the upcoming Fancy Farm Picnic, a Kentucky political tradition. Meanwhile, the state’s top Democrat, Gov. Andy Beshear declined to speak this year.

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School board honors academic squad for placing 12th nationally

By Aaron Rowe Harlan Enterprise The Harlan Independent Board of Education honored its middle school Community Problem Solving team for their outstanding performance in the 2026 Future Problem Solving International [...]

Maas named District 5 constable

By Paul Lunsford Harlan Enterprise A well-known businessman and police officer has been appointed the new District 5 constable. On Friday, Harlan County Judge-Executive Dan Mosley named Brian Maas to [...]

Lawmakers discuss Elkhorn City RV park

A proposed Eastern Kentucky gas pipeline to serve a power plant is stirring local opposition

Sharon Kulovsek and her husband moved to the Rowan County woods to be closer to nature and family. What she didn’t expect was to have a gas company representative tell her a planned 30-inch diameter pipeline would run through her yard. The proposed pipeline route, cutting across their front yard, wasn’t disclosed when they bought [...]

Reward points for crappy credit?

In the last episode of “As The Fiscal Court Turns,” we witnessed what appears to be a masterclass in governmental paralysis.

EC hires Whitaker as new city attorney

Elkhorn City has hired a new city attorney during a special called city council meeting July 23.

Pike recognized as ‘Recovery Ready Community’

Gov. Andy Beshear announced July 16 that Meade, Pike and Wolfe counties are now certified as Recovery Ready Communities.

Leadership Kentucky announces Class of 2026

Leadership Kentucky recently announced in a statement the 52 members of the Leadership Kentucky Class of 2026.

Ministry opens new building to serve hundreds of Eastern Kentucky families

“I asked God, if he let me live and take care of Jennifer, I’d do his work. He did, so I do,” Eversole said.

Pike BOE gives superintendent high marks in evaluation

The Pike County Board of Education gave its annual superintendent’s evaluation as it met in a special session on July 21 because scheduling issues delayed last week’s regular meeting.

Acker killers still await final fate 41 years later

Nearly 41 years after University of Kentucky student Tammy Dee Acker was stabbed to death during a robbery at her physician father’s Fleming-Neon home, the fate of the men convicted in the crime remains tied to a Kentucky death penalty system that has not carried out an execution in nearly two decades. Recent action by the Kentucky General Assembly changing [...] The post Acker killers still await

Ex-husband dies after shooting and wounding woman at her job

“I am scared for my life. I need help.” Those six handwritten words, written by Sarah Pendleton Wyatt in a sworn affidavit filed in Letcher District Court on July 16 became part of the public record less than 48 hours before authorities say her former husband walked into the Washboard laundromat where she worked and shot her multiple times. Kentucky [...] The post Ex-husband dies after shooting an

Smith’s Hall of Fame honor celebrated

Zo Goodson grew up as a University of Kentucky basketball fan in Tell City, Ind., about two hours north of Lexington. He wanted to play basketball at UK, but when he realized that was not going to happen, he knew the next best step would be to become a student manager at what he considered the “best basketball program in [...] The post Smith’s Hall of Fame honor celebrated first appeared on The Mo

Hot weather sends crappie to deeper water

It is definitely the dog days of summer. You can still get outside and enjoy yourself if you can stand the heat. I can’t stay out in very hot weather, so I usually go fishing early in the morning, late in the evening or at night. When it comes to crappie fishing, summer can actually be one of the best [...] The post Hot weather sends crappie to deeper water first appeared on The Mountain Eagle .

Letcher Co. native is Kentucky’s only woman now on Death Row

While Benny Lee Hodge remains the only person under a death sentence for a murder committed in Letcher County, another person with close ties to the county also remains on Kentucky’s Death Row. Virginia Susan Caudill, 65, a native of Whitco, is the Commonwealth’s only female Death Row inmate. She is housed at the Kentucky Correctional Institution for Women in [...] The post Letcher Co. native is K

Community enjoys summer despite the heat

Hello, everyone! I hope everyone had a good week. We had another week of rain and heat. Rain and heat remind me of boiling water — lol. I’ve been doing a lot of porch sitting with two fans going because I still want to be outside. The Feel Better List follows. When you have time, please send a prayer or [...] The post Community enjoys summer despite the heat first appeared on The Mountain Eagle .

Services are held for Juanita Breeding, 78

Juanita Carolyn Mullins Breeding, 78, of Isom, died at her home on Saturday, July 11. Mrs. Breeding was retired from the Letcher County Board of Education after 20 years of service. She loved sitting on her porch and spending time with her family and friends. She also enjoyed doing word puzzle books. A loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend to [...] The post Services are held for Juanita Bree

Letcher County teen delivers 99 care packages to Eastern Kentucky veterans

Breanna Cantrell, a junior in the dual-credit STEM program, said the project, which she called “Thank a Vet,” was inspired by her great-grandfather’s service in World War II.

Perry County officials warn of door-to-door asphalt scam

According to the Perry County Fiscal Court, two men have been going house-to-house in the community claiming to be employees of the fiscal court.

Kentucky State Police launch “Trooper Talk” podcast

The show, called “Trooper Talk,” features candid conversations with troopers, crime prevention tips, public safety advice and information about careers with KSP.

Floyd County woman reported missing weeks ago found safe

At the time she was reported missing, Moore was described as 5 feet 8 inches tall and about 165 pounds, with blue eyes and dirty blonde hair.

Muskingum: The End of an Island Refuge's Fossil Fuel Legacy

Throughout the Ohio River island’s history, flora and fauna have reacted and adjusted to human development like oil and gas wells. As humans abandoned the infrastructure, they've reclaimed their space. The post Muskingum: The End of an Island Refuge's Fossil Fuel Legacy appeared first on 100 Days in Appalachia .