Long Delays and Lane Closures for Drilling Repairs along KY 805 in Pike County

PIKEVILLE, Ky.(Oct. 6, 2024) The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet advises motorists of multiple drilling repair sites along KY 805 in Pike County. Crews will begin repairing embankments starting at mile point […]
Man Killed in Harlan County Crash
Officials have identified a man killed in a crash in Harlan County Sunday. The Harlan County Coroner’s Office says Richard Collis II was found dead in his truck which, for […]
Construction Firm Expanding to Floyd County With 36 New Jobs
Dozens of new jobs are reportedly coming to Floyd County with the expansion of a construction firm into Langley. Infinity Design & Construction of LaGrange does 3D design, construction, fabrication, […]
Three Coal Miners Inducted Into Lynch Walk of Legends
Three coal miners have been honored for their contributions by being inducted into the Lynch Walk of Legends in Harlan County. Gean Austin, Don Elliott and James Stewart were honored […]
Letcher County and City of Whitesburg Trick or Treat Set For October 31

Letcher County and the City of Whitesburg have announced the official Trick or Treat hours for Halloween this year. Kids can go door-to-door on Thursday, October 31 from 5pm until […]
Daytime Closure Starting Monday October 7 for KY 3401 (Dry Fork/UZ Road) in Letcher County for Drilling Operations

PIKEVILLE, Ky.(Oct. 6, 2024) The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet advises the public of daytime closures for drilling repairs in Letcher County. Crews will repair multiple sites along KY 3401 (Dryfork/UZ Rd) […]
Two Flooded Schools Respond With Academic Success
Two local schools disrupted by the July 2022 flood have rebounded into high academic successes. The Kentucky Department of Education released its annual report card Thursday and WYMT reports Buckhorn […]
Leslie County Residents Honored for Commitment to the Community
Some Leslie County residents have been recognized for giving back to the community. Each year the Hyden-Leslie County Chamber of Commerce, Leslie County Community Foundation and Mary Breckinridge’s Wendover team […]
Sewer Rates Possibly Increasing In Pikeville
Sewer rates could be going up in Pikeville. Last week the City Commission held a first reading of an ordinance to increase rates for sewer services. The Appalachian News Express […]
A Church Near The Letcher County Courthouse Provides Help During Difficult Time
A church across the street from the Letcher County Courthouse continues to offer solace and community in the wake of the September 19 shooting death of District Judge Kevin Mullins […]