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Recovery march symbolizes strength and unity
WHITESBURG, Ky. (WYMT) - Several organizations partnered for an event symbolizing strength and resilience in Eastern Kentucky. Organizers with Helping End Addiction for Life (HEAL) partnered with Cowan Community Action Group and other organizations to show support for those recovering from obstacles. “We partnered with the Cowan Community Center and...
Appalachian Writers Workshop registers marrow donors
HINDMAN, Ky. (WYMT) - More than a dozen people came to the annual Appalachian Writers Workshop to register to become marrow donors. The process to become a donor starts with being in the correct age range, 18-40. If that requirement is met, a person can go online to register. At...
DRUG ARREST AT SCENE OF A SUSPCIOUS PERSON COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION IN LAUREL COUNTY, KENTUCKY
LONDON, KY - Laurel County Sheriff John Root is reporting that: Laurel Sheriff's Deputy Justin Lewis along with Deputy Allen Turner arrested Ronald Reams age 45 of London on Wednesday morning July 24, 2024 at approximately 10:40 AM. The arrest occurred on Fariston Road, approximately 2 miles South of London...
A cup of community: Hazard Coffee Company
As Hazard’s downtown revitalization efforts continue, one local business has found a home and success there while building a community at the same time. Owned and operated by Stephen and Maggie Prosser, Hazard Coffee Company began three and a half years ago on Taxi Alley, a stone’s throw from their current location on Main Street. Quickly outgrowing the space and with help from the community, the shop has now flourished into its home at the heart of Hazard.
Luke Salmons settling in as Corbin football coach
CORBIN — Corbin’s new football coach, Luke Salmons, has been preparing his Redhounds for the upcoming season for a while now. Corbin will look to continue its success that has led to a 46-5 mark since 2020, district and region championships along with appearances in the Class 4A State finals.
Mizkan America to expand in Owensboro
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – During his weekly Team Kentucky update, Governor Andy Beshear discussed plans from Mizkan America to expand their Owensboro facility with a $156 million investment. According to a statement from the governor, the project will see the company expand its Owensboro facilities by approximately 320,000 square feet, bringing its total operational space […]
Store clerk arrested, accused of taking customer’s wallet, cash
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - A clerk at a Louisville Dollar General was arrested Wednesday after police say he stole a customer’s wallet and cash, and then used the customer’s credit card at a sports store. Ramon Collins, 26, was arrested and charged with one count of theft of...
Western Ky. woman charged in overdose of her toddler, police find fentanyl in home
A western Kentucky woman has been charged in the overdose of her toddler after police found fentanyl in the home. The Hopkinsville Police Department arrested 25-year-old Jasmine L. Bartolo after her 20-month-old child overdosed. The toddler was initially taken to Jennie Stuart Medical Center on Sunday, according to police. Life-saving...
With chance of VP pick, Beshear questioned on national issues. Here's what he had to say
As Gov. Andy Beshear is thrust into the national spotlight as a contender for the Democratic vice presidential nomination, the two-term Kentucky statesman is being pushed to answer questions about topics ranging from border security to the Israel-Hamas war. The popular Democratic governor is mostly known inside of Kentucky for his steady leadership...
Former Kentucky lawmaker and cabinet secretary acquitted of 2022 rape charge
LEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) — A former Kentucky lawmaker and cabinet secretary has been acquitted of a rape charge after a trial in Lexington. A jury found John Tilley, a former Justice and Public Safety Cabinet secretary, not guilty Tuesday after five hours of deliberation, according to local media reports.
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