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Nathan Harrington, 23, of Tolleson, Arizona, was indicted on charges of attempted murder and destruction of property on June 12, according to court documents.
A man involved in an alleged robbery in St. Albans in April was indicted earlier this month.
The BBB warns scammers are building fake websites that look real to sell cars and heavy equipment. Consumer Investigator Rachel DePopma reports on red flags to check before you pay.
According to the Washington County Sheriff’s Office, a subject fleeing from Marion County had a rollover accident on Kentucky Highway 555 north of the River of Life roundabout.
Meteorologist John Gross is live on the WSAZ Desk taking a look ahead at potential severe weather coming into the region Thursday.
Blake is set to be arraigned on July 7.
(ABC 36 NEWS NOW) - Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman filed three lawsuits against prediction market platforms, a sweepstakes gambling platform and a cryptocurrency platform, accusing each of operating unlicensed and illegal sports betting and gambling platforms in the state. According to a news release from Coleman, the lawsuits were filed in Franklin Circuit Court against: Kalshi, a pred
The Lexington Fire Department told WKYT that crews were dispatched to a reported structure fire at Southern Middle School on Wilson Downing Road around 1:30 p.m.
Special To The Enterprise The Harlan Tourist and Convention Commission reviewed newly released tourism economic impact data during its June board meeting, highlighting another year of growth for Harlan County's [...]
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 [...]
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Warm and Humid Conditions Return Across Kentucky After another beautiful start to the day with plenty of sunshine, temperatures are quickly warming across Central and Eastern Kentucky this afternoon. Highs are expected to climb into the mid to upper 80s, and unlike the past couple of days, you'll definitely notice the humidity making a comeback. Southerly winds are pulling warmer,...
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
Editor's note: Shortly after the Lantern posted its story on the tax lawsuit by prediction market companies, AG Coleman announced his lawsuit against them. Republican Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman is suing two prominent prediction market companies over allegations that they operate unlicensed and illegal sports gambling operations. The lawsuits announced filed Wednesday come less [...]
UPDATE: June 17 at 3 p.m. Lexwrecks reported that Newtown Pike at Nandino Blvd is back open in both directions. There will be brief closures through the day as repairs progress, Lexwrecks added. Original Story: LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW)- A truck reportedly struck a low-hanging wire on Newtown Pike at Citation in Lexington, causing power outages in the...
LAUREL COUNTY, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW)- A 71-year-old Laurel County man has been arrested following an undercover Internet Crimes Against Children investigation. According to Kentucky State Police, on Tuesday afternoon, their Electronic Crime Branch arrested William Curry on charges related to child sexual abuse material. KSP says the investigation began after they received a call from the...
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW)- What started as an Eagle Scout project grew into a months-long collaboration between local Boy Scouts and seniors at the Lexington Senior Center. Together, they handmade the tiles that now line the raised beds at Idle Hour Park's dementia-friendly sensory garden. "Our scouts and the seniors handmade over 160 ceramic tiles," scoutmaster...
(ABC 36 NEWS NOW)- The Kentucky State Fair has announced the lineup for its 2026 Texas Roadhouse Concert Series, featuring a mix of nationally known performers and Kentucky artists during the fair's 11-day run in August. The fair, scheduled for Aug. 20-30 at the Kentucky Exposition Center, will offer nightly concerts as part of a lineup that spans country,...
ROWAN COUNTY, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW)- The Rowan County Coroner's Office reports that a 64-year-old man was killed after being ejected from an electric bicycle on Tuesday evening. According to the coroner's office, around 7:39 p.m. on Tuesday, Morehead 911 received a call from a person who discovered a bicycle accident near the 3100 block of McBrayer Road....
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 [...]
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 [...]
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, [...]
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
Letcher Fiscal Court members said they plan to attend a meeting of a group opposed to data centers in order to educate themselves before any proposal to build one in the county is brought forward. Judge/Executive Terry Adams said no one has approached the county about building a data center, but added that officials should learn more about the issue [...] The post County officials want educated on
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
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
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
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
A Pikeville man was sentenced to two days in jail and a $10 fine after being arrested for fleeing from police at speeds up to 120 miles per hour. According to the citation issued shortly after noon on April 13, Kentucky State Police Trooper Brandon Watts driving north on US 23 at Jenkins and running radar when he met Christopher [...] The post Pikeville man fined $10, costs after speeding over 120
The Jenkins Head Start is opening a new Early Head Start classroom in Jenkins on June 29. LKLP’s Early Head Start serves pregnant women, infants, and toddlers from six weeks to three years of age. Persons wishing to learn more information or apply may visit the Jenkins Head Start Center, call 606-435-7962. The post Head Start expanding first appeared on The Mountain Eagle .
Elgon Partin Jr. went missing in July 2022, leaving behind three children and a family desperate for answers.
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
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 [...]
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 [...]
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
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
Kentuckians deserve better than this.
A spokesperson for U.S. Sen. Mitch McConnell said the Kentucky Republican is keeping up with government business during his recent hospitalization.
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
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 [...]
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
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
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
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 .
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 [...]
SALYERSVILLE – A Magoffin County man took a plea deal with the Attorney General’s office for rape, sodomy and sexual abuse charges. In court on Friday, June 5, Justin McCoy Caldwell, 35, of Salyersville, changed his plea to guilty on the charges of third-degree rape, third-degree sodomy and first-degree sexual abuse, in exchange for the [...]
SALYERSVILLE – The now former longtime doctor for the nursing home and former administrator filed a civil suit against the Salyersville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center last month. On May 19, Cody P. McIlvoy, with Golden Law Office, out of Lexington, filed the lawsuit in Magoffin County Circuit Court on behalf of Dr. Charles Hardin and [...]
SALYERSVILLE – A former Herald Whitaker Middle School teacher was sentenced in Magoffin County Circuit Court last week, receiving five years in prison on charges related to inappropriate communications with a juvenile. Jordan Cobb, 33, of Coon Creek Rd., in Salyersville, appeared in court on Friday, June 5, with Circuit Judge Kimberley Childers accepting his [...]
PAINTSVILLE – A Staffordsville man died after a wreck in Paintsville on Monday. On Monday, June 8, the Kentucky State Police Post 9 was notified of a two-vehicle collision in Paintsville at 11:41 a.m. Kentucky State Police Post 9 Public Affairs Officer Trooper Michael Coleman tells the SI the initial investigation indicates that Ricky “Jarrod” [...]
SALYERSVILLE – Summer is officially here, with the Ramey Memorial Pool now open! The pool opened to the public on Monday, June 8, after a brief delay to work on a leak that was discovered when it was filled at the end of May. Also at the park is the new, state-of-the-art and inclusive playground, [...]
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.
If a company wanted to hand out $100 bills on Tuesdays and Fridays, people would complain because it’s not Mondays and Wednesdays.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The Harlan County Animal Shelter recently received no-kill status, meaning saveable, healthy animals that walk in their doors will one day walk out.
The celebration includes everything from a carnival to live music. But the star of the show is the plant the festival is named after.
“Music kind of creates a community, and it’s an exalted position to be up on a stage and to be part of the thing that brings people together,” O’Brien said. The post Grammy Award-Winning Musician Tim O'Brien and the Next Generation of Appalachian Bluegrass appeared first on 100 Days in Appalachia .
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 .