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Godbey: Addiction more common than you may think
By Jack Godbey Columnist I was flipping through the television channels looking for episodes of “Mama’s Family” when I stopped on the news and heard that drug addictions are at an all-time high. Even prescription drugs are being abused. It’s not like we are being bombarded with commercials for the next new drug that show […] The post Godbey: Addiction more common than you may think appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Boy, 14, killed in accidental shooting in Estill
Kentucky State Police (KSP) at the Richmond Post are investigating an apparent accidental shooting in Estill County where one teenager was shot to death by another teen on Friday. The KSP was contacted just before 1:30 p.m. by the Estill County Sheriffs’ Office requesting investigative assistance of an accidental shooting on Clark Road in Estill […] The post Boy, 14, killed in accidental shooting in Estill appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Harlan Council discusses medical cannabis
The Harlan City Council addressed the imminent legalization of medical cannabis in Kentucky during the panel’s regular meeting for July. City of Harlan Mayor Joe Meadors brought the matter before the council. “I got some information late last week about medical cannabis,” Meadors said. “This is something we’re going to have to address.” Meadors reminded […] The post Harlan Council discusses medical cannabis appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Akal keeping a promise to his mom with decision to continue football career at Eastern
Brought to you by Harlan County Sports. Almost two years after she died, Harlan star running back Darius Akal was able to keep a promise to his mother, Katina, last week with his decision to continue his football career on the next level at Eastern Kentucky University. “My mom wanted me to go there, and […] The post Akal keeping a promise to his mom with decision to continue football career at Eastern appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Three tornadoes hit Kentucky on July 9
The National Weather Service has confirmed at least three small tornadoes touched down in Kentucky as the remnants of Hurricane Beryl spun through the Ohio Valley earlier this week. The Paducah weather office says two twisters touched down in Union County on Tuesday afternoon. One began around 3:30 p.m. (CT) near the intersection of Kentucky-270 […] The post Three tornadoes hit Kentucky on July 9 appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Cats’ Waldschmidt taken by Diamondbacks in first round of MLB Draft
Kentucky outfielder Ryan Waldschmidt was chosen as the 31st overall pick by the Arizona Diamondbacks in the Major League Baseball Draft on Sunday night. Waldschmidt became the seventh first-round selection in school history and the third player drafted in the first round under Nck Mingione. Zack Thompson (2019) and Evan White (2017) were previous first-round […] The post Cats’ Waldschmidt taken by Diamondbacks in first round of MLB Draft appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Roark: The health Issues of ticks
By Steve Roark Contributing Writer Used to early to mid-summer was considered tick season, but since here of late I have pulled them off me all 12 months, I no longer think there is a season. But warm weather gets more people outdoors, which ups the chance of contact with the little pests. I’ve […] The post Roark: The health Issues of ticks appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
More laws took effect Monday
New laws took effect in Kentucky on Monday, July 15, which is 90 days after the 2024 General Assembly adjourned. Firearms: House Bill 357 forbids government agencies from creating a list of privately owned firearms – or their owners – unless the information relates to a criminal investigation. The bill also prevents credit card companies […] The post More laws took effect Monday appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Harlan County Courthouse Reports
Compiled by Paul Lunsford. Marriage Licenses • Monique Cathleen Witt, 31, of Harlan, to Rhett Dustin Alred, 25, of Harlan. • Brittany Bledsoe, 33, of Whitesburg, to Ezekiel Halcomb, 42, of Harlan. • Anissa Nicole Hughes, 29, of Baxter, to Gerald Jordan Foster, 24, of Harlan. • Sarah Renea Blevins, 37, of Evarts, to Frank […] The post Harlan County Courthouse Reports appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Noah living the dream at UK
Brought to you by Harlan County Sports. By Bill Templeton Contributing Sports Writer Trent Noah grew up in the deep, dark hills of eastern Kentucky, dreaming of playing basketball at the University of Kentucky. These days, Noah wakes up every morning living out the dream that has become his reality. “Growing up, being from a […] The post Noah living the dream at UK appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Geri-Antics: Garden antics
By Anne Carmichael Columnist I never liked gardening when I was young enough to do it without fear of ending up in traction. My standard response when encouraged to assist in landscaping our home was “I don’t do dirt.” I certainly appreciated our well-manicured lawn and boasted about the plethora of beautiful trees and […] The post Geri-Antics: Garden antics appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
State receipts better than estimated for fiscal year
The State Budget Director’s Office announced Thursday receipts for the General Fund exceeded revenue estimates for the fiscal year that ended on June 30, while the Road Fund came in slightly below the forecast. General Fund receipts for Fiscal Year 2024 (FY24) totaled $15,571.3 million, exceeding FY23 total revenue by $423.6 million, or 2.8 percent. […] The post State receipts better than estimated for fiscal year appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
KSP arrests 206 statewide during Operation Summer Heat
Gov. Andy Beshear announced on Thursday the successful launch of a statewide drug operation by the Kentucky State Police (KSP) known as “Operation Summer Heat,” following a three-month investigation into suspected drug trafficking rings. All 16 KSP posts participated in Operation Summer Heat, and preliminary results indicate: 206 arrests and 490 charges issued; and combined […] The post KSP arrests 206 statewide during Operation Summer Heat appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Dillingham knows what he brings to T-Wolves
Guard Rob Dillingham has yet to play his first NBA game but he already has one former NBA star sold on what he can add for the Minnesota Timberwolves next season. Golden State forward Draymond Green has won championships with the Warriors thanks in large part to the play of dynamic scoring guard Stephen […] The post Dillingham knows what he brings to T-Wolves appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Harlan Tourism helps with back-to-school expenses
While summer has barely gotten underway, parents are preparing for the cost of school supplies when children return to the classroom in a few weeks. The City of Harlan Tourism has hatched a plan to help parents with those expenses provided they shop in downtown Harlan. Laura Adkisson, Downtown Development Coordinator for Harlan Tourism, shed […] The post Harlan Tourism helps with back-to-school expenses appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
‘Porch Pirate’ sought by KSP
The Kentucky State Police (KSP) post in Henderson is looking for an alleged “Porch Pirate,” who was apparently caught in the act by the victim’s home security camera earlier this month. The KSP says they are asking for help from the public in identifying the woman in the photo that accompanies this story. Troopers […] The post ‘Porch Pirate’ sought by KSP appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
UK wideout committed in paradise
Even before he made his visit to Kentucky, Ohio receiver Preston Bowman felt confident he was going to commit to the Wildcats. “This visit was top notch. Me and my family felt at home. Even my little cousins liked it,” said Bowman. “They made me feel like a priority and that they really wanted me. […] The post UK wideout committed in paradise appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Godbey: Be grateful you’re not a lobster
By Jack Godbey Columnist As we get older, it’s important to try and eat healthier. Back in the day, I could buy a can of Vienna sausages and a box of saltine crackers, and my evening was planned. However, these days, I try to make better choices. So, when my wife and I were […] The post Godbey: Be grateful you’re not a lobster appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
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