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Holland: God is an ever-present help in times of trouble
By Billy Holland Columnist On September 25, 2000, two years after being diagnosed with bipolar disorder, 19-year-old Kevin Hines in a state of chaos and despair, attempted to commit suicide by jumping off the Golden Gate Bridge. He fell more than 220 feet to the freezing dark waters of the Pacific Ocean, slamming into […] The post Holland: God is an ever-present help in times of trouble appeared first on Middlesboro News.
Anna Ruth (Branson) Keene
Anna Ruth (Branson) Keene of Harrogate, TN passed away on July 15, 2024 at the University of Tennessee Medical Center. She was preceded in death by her parents; Eager and Christine Branson, her brother; Jim Branson, and grandchild; Jordan Teague. She is survived by her loving husband of 65 years, Gene O’Dell Keene, of Harrogate, […] The post Anna Ruth (Branson) Keene appeared first on Middlesboro News.
Redmond Chevrolet opens in Middlesboro
There’s a new car dealership in downtown Middlesboro as Redmond Cheverolet held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Monday. Owner Brian Redmond and General Manager Kyle Nelson were joined by several members of the Bell County Chamber of Commerce, Middlesboro Main Street and Mayor Boone Bowling for their ribbon cutting. “We’re ecstatic to have this dealership back […] The post Redmond Chevrolet opens in Middlesboro appeared first on Middlesboro News.
MLGA raises $15,000 at Christmas in July Golf Scramble
The Middlesboro Ladies Golf Association (MLGA) held their third annual Christmas in July Golf Scramble on Friday, raising $15,000 to help families in need have a brighter Christmas this year. Celia Shoffner is the MGLA president with Kristin Byers, Melissa Turner, Ashley Cambron and Stephanie McCune serving on the board. “We are overwhelmed by the […] The post MLGA raises $15,000 at Christmas in July Golf Scramble appeared first on Middlesboro News.
Givens likes older players on Pope’s Cats
Kentucky Radio Network basketball analyst Jack Givens saw a “whole bunch of men as opposed to the 18-year-olds we’ve seen coming in” when he went to his first UK basketball practice with new coach Mark Pope. Givens joined Tom Leach on The Leach Report recently and the former UK All-American admitted he was excited with […] The post Givens likes older players on Pope’s Cats appeared first on Middlesboro News.
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 Middlesboro News.
Kentucky, South Korea sign driver’s license reciprocity agreement
Gov. Andy Beshear, Transportation Secretary Jim Gray and South Korea’s National Police Agency Commissioner General Hee-keun Yoon attended a signing ceremony in Seoul to formalize a driver’s license reciprocity agreement between the two governments. The ceremony took part during the Governor’s economic development trip to Asia, which will also include stops in Japan, since there […] The post Kentucky, South Korea sign driver’s license reciprocity agreement appeared first on Middlesboro News.
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 Middlesboro News.
Alicia Ryan Smith Burnside, 44
Alicia Ryan Smith Burnside, age 44, of Middlesboro, Kentucky, beloved wife of John Edward Burnside, passed away on Thursday, July 11, 2024 at the UK Medical Center due to complications from surgery. She had a kind of heart that you rarely encountered, was humble and brought warmth with her presence. She loved her family immensely […] The post Alicia Ryan Smith Burnside, 44 appeared first on Middlesboro News.
2 arrested after drugs, gun found at checkpoint
A Pineville man and woman have been charged with drug possession and trafficking charges after being stopped at a traffic safety checkpoint on Highway 66 early Sunday morning. The Bell County Sheriff’s Department, assisted by the Pineville Police Department was conducting the checkpoint at around 1:15 a.m. Sunday morning July 14. Officer Patrick Brooks states […] The post 2 arrested after drugs, gun found at checkpoint appeared first on Middlesboro News.
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 Middlesboro News.
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 Middlesboro News.
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 Middlesboro News.
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 Middlesboro News.
Swimming advisories for southeast Kentucky lakes and waterways
The Division of Water in the Energy and Environment Cabinet and the Division of Public Health Protection and Safety in the Cabinet for Health and Family Services agree that swimming advisories that have been in place for several years in different areas of the state because of high levels of E. coli bacteria should remain in effect […] The post Swimming advisories for southeast Kentucky lakes and waterways appeared first on Middlesboro News.
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 Middlesboro News.
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 Middlesboro News.
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 Middlesboro News.
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 Middlesboro News.
BCHS students Thacker and Sexton earn bronze at FCCLA National competition
Bell County High School students Baleigh Thacker and Lacey Sexton have secured the Bronze Medal in the prestigious National Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) STAR Events competition. The talented duo competed in the Promote and Publicize category, Level 3, showcasing their outstanding skills and dedication. The competition was held on June 28th […] The post BCHS students Thacker and Sexton earn bronze at FCCLA National competition appeared first on Middlesboro News.
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