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Harlan Enterprise43m ago

The man stood mute. The words he had just heard were too awful, painting a picture so shocking that he couldn't speak. This is a little-known moment in Scripture--Daniel reacting [...]

WTVQ ABC 361h ago

After a chilly start to the day with temperatures hovering around the freezing mark at daybreak in most locations, it was a pleasant late March Tuesday across Central and Eastern Kentucky. With high pressure sitting just to our northeast, we saw plenty of sunshine to go along with a few scattered clouds through the day. While afternoon highs did manage...

Mountain Top Media2h ago

PRESTONSBURG, Ky. -- A Floyd County man's repeatedly delayed murder trial has a new trial date. Wesley Glenn Martin, 50, of Wayland, was arrested on a charge of murder in February 2019, after the body of 26-year-old Jordan Tackett was found buried in a shallow grave in his yard. On Monday, Floyd Circuit Judge Johnny Ray Harris set the case for trial May 18. A bond hearing is also scheduled to be h

WSAZ2h ago

According to Metro 911 dispatchers, the 5000 block of Elk River Road is shut down following a vehicle crashing into a home.

Kentucky Lantern2h ago

LOUISVILLE — A judge sentenced former Kentucky Gov. Matt Bevin to 60 days in jail after finding him in contempt of court for failing to disclose his financial details in a year-long legal battle with his estranged son, Jonah Bevin. It is an extraordinary development for the one-term Republican governor who the judge said has [...]

Mountain Top Media3h ago

LONDON, Ky. -- Sentencing for former guard who revealed an "unofficial policy" of prisoner assault at the Martin County federal prison will take place next week, with the prosecution and defense differing widely on what his sentence should be. Terry Melvin, 60, who worked as a lieutenant at U.S. Penitentiary Big Sandy, pleaded guilty in January 2025 to conspiracy against rights and deprivation of

Kentucky Lantern10h ago

This story discusses suicide. If you or someone you know is contemplating suicide, please call or text the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988. For the Veteran Crisis Line, press 1, text 838255 or chat online. For information on resources available to Kentucky veterans, visit this site. Donnie Distler, a 21-year Navy veteran who [...]

Kentucky Lantern11h ago

The recent reporting on proposed Kentucky legislation arising from an ongoing child support dispute involving an abandoned adopted youth should be a moment for serious reflection and meaningful reform. Across the country, practitioners, courts and child-welfare professionals are confronting a growing and deeply troubling reality: Some adopted children are being sent out of their homes [...]

Mountain Top Media22h ago

The Tug Valley Panthers just won their third consecutive boys' basketball Class A championship after defeating the number one seed Great Beckley Christian 64-54. The Panthers are just the seventh team in West Virginia boys’ basketball history to win three state championships in a row, joining an impressive list of programs. This also makes this their sixth championship in school history. Tug Valle

Harlan Enterprise23h ago

Children from around Harlan County enjoyed activities on Tuesday at the Harlan Center during the Pot O' Gold party sponsored by Visit Harlan County in honor of St. Patrick's Day. [...]

Harlan EnterpriseMar 23

Brenda "Granny" Faye Davis, 81, of Closplint, died March 19, 2026. Juanita Campbell Helton, 79, of Kildav, died March 21, 2026. Brenda Garrett, 83, of Baxter, died March 20, 2026. [...]

Mountain Top MediaMar 23

CHARLESTON, W.Va - The Chapmanville Tigers have taken home the Class AAA boys' basketball state championship after defeating the North Marion Huskies 71-67. The Tigers, the number one seed going into the tournament, left Charleston with the title on Saturday after a third-quarter surge that set the pace for the remainder of the game. Chapmanville knocked out Winfield in the semifinals by a stagger

Harlan EnterpriseMar 23

John 21: 17 "He said unto him, Simon, son of Jonas, lovest thou me? Peter was grieved because he said unto him the third time, Lovest thou me? And he [...]

Mountain Top MediaMar 23

Firefighters talk about training involved in rescuing man from Levisa Fork. The post Interview with Pikeville firefighters appeared first on Mountain Top Media .

Mountain Top MediaMar 23

Ignite Enrichment Academy students teach about coal in an interactive exhibition The post Students learn about coal in creative ways appeared first on Mountain Top Media .

Mountain Top MediaMar 23

Today we're featuring Lauren McCoart, director for Prestonsburg Tourism. The post Women's History Month Series appeared first on Mountain Top Media .

Mountain Top MediaMar 23

Evidence can now be obtained in days vs. months. The post Pikeville PD has new forensic analyst appeared first on Mountain Top Media .

Salyersville IndependentMar 23

SALYERSVILLE – Two local candidates who will be on the ballot in May officially have withdrawn from their respective races. Magoffin County Clerk Renee Shepherd announced over the past week that Magoffin County District 3 Magistrate Sam Bailey Jr. has removed his name from the Democrat Magistrate District 3 race, and Timmy Salyer has removed [...]

Harlan EnterpriseMar 23

With seven of the last eight regional champions, Laurel County schools have dominated the 13th Region this decade. There's no reason to think that will change in 2027 with North [...]

Salyersville IndependentMar 20

DRY BREAD – A Magoffin County man was arrested at a residence on Dry Bread on Saturday and charged with multiple drug trafficking charges. After receiving a tip, the Magoffin County Sheriff Department served a search warrant at a home on Dry Bread Road, in Magoffin County, with deputies seizing several grams of cocaine, numerous [...]

Salyersville IndependentMar 20

CONNELLEY FARM – Two were arrested Sunday night after reportedly attempting to evade police on a moped. According to the arrest citations, Magoffin County Sheriff Deputies C. Risner and N. Watson were on patrol on KY Rt. 30 when they reportedly observed a moped with two occupants traveling eastbound with a dim headlight and no [...]

Salyersville IndependentMar 20

SALYERSVILLE – The Magoffin County Fiscal Court met in regular session on Tuesday, March 17, discussing spring cleanup dates, some upcoming grant opportunities and county road additions. Under financial business, the court approved the following fund transfers from the general fund: $59,000 to the jail fund and $21,000 to the LGEA fund. They also approved [...]

Salyersville IndependentMar 20

JELLICO – The North Magoffin Fire Department responded to a structure fire on Jellico Road, with one of their own losing their home. On Monday, March 16, 2026, a North Magoffin Fire Department member, Scott Phipps, was at home and in the bed when the fire started, waking up to smoke. He quickly ran out [...]

Salyersville IndependentMar 20

SALYERSVILLE – The following indictment, handed down on February 19 by a Magoffin County grand jury, was released this week: Eric D. Allen, 34, of Bloomington Road, in Salyersville, is charged with first-degree trafficking in a controlled substance, first offense, greater than or equal to 2 grams of methamphetamine (Class C felony). According to the [...]

Appalachian News-ExpressMar 20

A Pikeville man was arrested on several charges, including felony marijuana trafficking, after Pikeville Police said they found a large quantity of marijuana while serving an arrest warrant.

Appalachian News-ExpressMar 20

David Bowie said that “We can be heroes, just for one day!” I think people who perform heroic acts should be heroes for a lifetime.

Appalachian News-ExpressMar 20

You know what's taken a big hit in the last few years? Bingo cards.

Appalachian News-ExpressMar 20

The 10th week of the 2026 Regular Session began with the General Assembly taking the significant step of overriding the first veto of the legislative session. The measure, HB 314, focuses on bringing greater accountability and transparency to the troubled KentuckyWired broadband

Mountain EagleMar 18

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

Mountain EagleMar 18

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

Mountain EagleMar 18

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

Mountain EagleMar 18

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

Mountain EagleMar 18

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

Mountain EagleMar 18

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 .