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Harlan All Stars win District 4 title, advance to state tourney

The Harlan All Stars won the District 4 Tournament for ages 8-under with victories over Hazard-Perry, Rockcastle County, South Laurel and Clay County and will advance to state competition starting [...]

First Alert Weather | Warmer Wednesday, Storms Chances Thursday

Meteorologist John Gross is tracking the latest forecast.

Nomada Bakery wins national award second year in a row

Nomada Bakery opened in downtown Huntington in 2019.

After 40 years, Kentucky domestic violence organization closing this month

Clients will be able to access services through other partner programs.

2 giraffe calves found safe after disappearing from Virginia zoo more than a year ago

Two giraffe calves were found safe after they disappeared from a Virginia zoo more than a year ago.

Walter Parazaider, founding member of the band Chicago, dies at 81

Walter Parazaider, a founding member of the band Chicago, died Wednesday morning. He was 81.

Lexington eviction prevention program kept afloat by new fiscal budget

The new fiscal budget in Lexington has maintains a program that prevents eviction according to the Lexington Herald-Leader.

Corbin mother charged in connection with daughter’s death pleads guilty

A mother who was charged in connection with her daughter’s death in a Whitley County crash pleaded guilty to complicity to vehicular homicide.

Georgetown firefighters ‘train for the unknown’ in controlled burn

More than 60 full-time and volunteer firefighters from Georgetown, Scott County, Lexington and Stamping Ground took part in the training.

Virginia leaders reach deal to open retail cannabis sales

RICHMOND, Va. — Legal marijuana dispensaries are one step closer to opening in Virginia, after Gov. Abigail Spanberger and key legislative leaders announced a compromise Tuesday that will allow retail cannabis sales a little more than one year from now. Spanberger was joined by Sen. Lashrecse Aird and Del. Paul Krizek in announcing the deal, with the governor says addresses her concerns about publ

Coalition sues over Kentucky’s 14.25% prediction market tax

A coalition of prediction market companies including Polymarket and Kalshi is suing to block Kentucky’s recently enacted tax on prediction markets. The lawsuit filed on June 12 in Franklin Circuit Court by the Coalition for Fair Markets — which represents prediction market companies where people can wager on the outcomes of events, including sports games [...]

Country Roads to Omaha - Episode 6

Tune in to Episode 6 of Country Roads to Omaha and learn the latest on the College World Series!

Police say they do not suspect foul play after trainer went missing when she left Planet Fitness

Police said Monday that they do not suspect foul play and do not believe a trainer is in imminent danger after she went missing when she left Planet Fitness on Thursday.

Crews working to repair water lines

The Southern Jackson County Public Service District has new information after water lines were shut off earlier this week in Jackson County.

Tree Math

Confession time: I am not good at math. I use it, it's great, we went to the Moon with it, yada yada. But I don't think well mathematically and strive [...]

The faith of a good father

This is the true story of a good father, whose daughter was very sick. They lived in a bustling coastal town c.28 AD. On one particular day, the residents kept [...]

When Love Matters More Than DNA

The holidays always stir something deep, especially Father's Day. For many, it's a weekend of celebration. For others, it's a tender ache ....remembering the dads who have gone before us, [...]

Still swinging after all these years

Paul Wooton of Hyden and Annie Reynolds of Louisburg, N.C., respond to the caller’s command, “Swing Your Partner,” during the monthly Carcassonne Square Dance on Saturday, June 13, at the Carcassonne Community Center. The gathering is believed to be Kentucky’s oldest continuously operating square dance, having begun in the early 1960s. Following the well-attended June event, five dances remain on

Reed Sheppard’s NBA success is no surprise

Reece Davidson knew his cousin, Reed Sheppard, was a “special player” when he played at North Laurel High School and then the University of Kentucky. However, even Davidson has been a bit surprised by Sheppard’s overall play the last two years with the Houston Rockets. “I can’t say I knew he would be where he is right now, especially this [...] The post Reed Sheppard’s NBA success is no surprise f

A delayed dream trip of ours finally reaches Lake Erie

In the mountains, we are taught from an early age that a journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step, and that good things come to those who wait. That certainly proved true for a recent fishing trip to Lake Erie near Monroe, Michigan. I paid for the trip in full back in February and was excited about [...] The post A delayed dream trip of ours finally reaches Lake Erie first appeared on

Drought changes fishing patterns across area lakes

We have been in a bad drought for quite some time now, and it has had a major effect on our lakes. Low water levels have impacted many aspects of fishing, especially the spring spawning season for species such as bluegill and bass. Normally, these fish move into the backs of creeks and along shallow banks to spawn when lakes [...] The post Drought changes fishing patterns across area lakes first a

Drones join battle against invasive kudzu

The much-anticipated UFO report from the federal government didn’t reveal any little green men, but here in the South we’ve had plenty of sightings of one very hungry alien. Green and voracious, it can grow up to a foot a day, crawling along the ground and gobbling up telephone poles, junk cars and even entire buildings. If you don’t know [...] The post Drones join battle against invasive kudzu fi

Family continues search for man missing nearly four years in Harlan County

Elgon Partin Jr. went missing in July 2022, leaving behind three children and a family desperate for answers.

Fourth former Mountain Comp employee alleges retaliation for refusing to submit fraudulent bills

PRESTONSBURG, Ky. — Allegations of fraudulent billing practices continue to pile up against Mountain Comprehensive Care Center, as a fourth longtime employee has now filed suit against the company. Kendra Allen, of Prestonsburg, filed her complaint against Mountain Comp and subsidiary Mountain Plus Services on Monday.According to the complaint, Allen was an 18-year employee of the company, most re

Our world is not meant to be perfect

The Lord has given most of us a good life filled with blessings, but with me, no matter how much "stuff" we accumulate, it does not bring spiritual contentment or [...]

Letter to the editor

Kentucky is right to put reliable power first Recently, I joined more than 20 Kentucky leaders, utilities, businesses, local officials, and community organizations in signing a letter from Dependable Power [...]

Tucking memories into our heart

There's something about summertime that slows the world down just enough for our memories to catch up with us. Maybe it's the longer evenings, the quiet after school lets out, [...]

Trial date set for Pike man accused of attempted murder, kidnapping, arson

PIKEVILLE, Ky. — A trial date has been set for a man facing attempted murder and other charges, for allegedly locking three people inside a burning trailer. Marty Eugene Hurley, 50, of Stopover, is charged with three counts of attempted murder, three counts of kidnapping and one count of first-degree arson. He is accused of holding two women and a man at gunpoint with an AR-15-style rifle on May 3

Marshall Football Has 11 Honored by Phil Steele Publications

PRESS RELEASE: MARSHALL ATHLETICS HUNTINGTON, W.Va. – Marshall Football had 11 players honored by Phil Steele Publications as 2026 Preseason All-Sun Belt Conference selections, including five players being named as Preseason All-SBC First Team honorees. Those being named as 2026 Preseason All-SBC First Team honorees include quarterback Carlos Del Rio-Wilson, wide receiver Adrian Norton, tight end

Band-Aids and budget cuts: Kentucky’s cycle of crisis

Kentuckians deserve better than this.

McConnell is ‘fully engaged’ on Senate, KY matters amid hospitalization, spokesperson says

A spokesperson for U.S. Sen. Mitch McConnell said the Kentucky Republican is keeping up with government business during his recent hospitalization.

Brown conquers his Bristol Blues in Top Fuel; Hagan roars to win in Funny Car at the SuperGrip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals

By RODERICK MULLINS BRISTOL, Tenn. — Four-time Top Fuel world champion Antron Brown secured his first-ever career victory at historic Bristol Dragway on Sunday, defeating points leader Shawn Langdon in a side-by-side final round at the 25th annual Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals. The weekend event marked the ninth of 20 races in the 2026 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season. Matt

There's so much Kentucky leaders could do to help Kentucky kids

Judy and I just reviewed our youngest grandchildren’s report cards (Their older siblings mysteriously can’t find theirs!) and those Brooks kids seemingly are doing well. The documents were filled with “Os” and “Ss,” which I guess are now the new “A” and “B.” In-depth narratives – generated by either AI or hard-working teachers – densely [...]

Former sheriff’s attorneys discuss his state of mind before he shot Letcher judge

WHITESBURG, Ky. -- Attorneys for former Letcher County Sheriff Shawn Mickey Stines are speaking out about their belief that their client was not acting as himself when he shot and killed Letcher District Judge Kevin Mullins in September of 2024. Stines is now facing a murder charge for that shooting. But during a court hearing two weeks ago, his aunt testified about his mental state the day before

Magoffin man arrested after nearly hitting police car

SALYERSVILLE, Ky. — A Magoffin County man is facing a number of charges after police say he nearly ran head-on into a police car, then allegedly swallowed drug evidence before being taken to jail. Billy Jack Montgomery, 72, of Salyersville, was pulled over Thursday evening after he rounded a corner and nearly struck a Salyersville Police car. He was pulled over and arrested for DUI, wanton endange

Stanley named Mountain Top Media Sports Director

PIKEVILLE, Ky. — Mountain Top Sports has announced the hiring of Braxton Stanley as its new Sports Director. A native of Pike County, Stanley brings a strong background in athletics and local sports to the position. He played varsity basketball for five seasons at East Ridge High School and graduated in 2023. He later continued his basketball career at the University of Pikeville, where he played

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 .

EC Council discusses budget

BRINGING HOME THE GOLD

Magoffin County Special Olympics competed in the 2026 state summer games Saturday June 6, held in Richmond, KY, with the athletes placing as follows: Hunter Spradlin 1st place 100-meter dash, 3rd place softball ball throw Colton Bays 2nd place 50-meter dash, 3rd place softball ball throw, 1st place art contest photography Benjamin Miller 3rd place [...]

PMC: Warning over pricing information result of technical error

Pikeville Medical Center said in a statement on June 11 that a warning notice from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding the federal hospital price transparency requirements was the result of a technical error.

Data center info

If a company wanted to hand out $100 bills on Tuesdays and Fridays, people would complain because it’s not Mondays and Wednesdays.

Democrats Tried to Defund Trump's Border Patrol. I Stopped Them.

Last month, under my leadership as Chairman of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, we successfully advanced critical funding for border security and other law enforcement agents of the Department of Homeland Security out of my committee.

Clarification

A recent article in the News-Express implied the Pikeville Independent School District will establish an area technical center; however, what the district is implementing is a satellite health sciences class on its campus in partnership with Millard ATC.

Fiscal court conducts routine meeting

The Pike County Fiscal Court met in regular session on June 2 for a short meeting lasting less than half an hour, with only housekeeping items on the agenda.

Rural Up launches summer STEM camps across Eastern Kentucky

At the Jackson County Public Library, dozens of students are working with cardboard, dominoes and code to create projects like dinosaur-themed chain reaction machines.

Harlan County Animal Shelter reaches ‘No-Kill’ status

The Harlan County Animal Shelter recently received no-kill status, meaning saveable, healthy animals that walk in their doors will one day walk out.

71st annual Poke Sallet Festival underway in Harlan County

The celebration includes everything from a carnival to live music. But the star of the show is the plant the festival is named after.

They Needed Treatment for Drug Addiction. The Company They Turned to May Have Used Them to Commit Fraud.

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 .