City of Hazard Looks at Waste Disposal Challenges
Hazard is reportedly looking for a new way to manage waste disposal. At their meeting this week the Hazard Utilities Commission and City Manager talked about how the city has […]
Four Flood Gauge Stations Installed in Jenkins
Federal officials have helped Jenkins install flood gauge stations along some waterways to help officials and residents keep track of water levels. At this week’s Jenkins City Council meeting, Mayor […]
California Man Sentenced For Selling Drugs In Our Region
A California man will spend 18 years in prison after federal officials say he flooded our region with drugs. The US Attorney’s Office says Roberto Contreras pleaded guilty to conspiracy […]
MCHC Receives Funding For New Drug Recovery Housing
A new drug rehab housing facility is coming to Letcher County next year with Mountain Comprehensive Health Cooperation getting $2.5 million from the General Assembly. WYMT reports the MCHC transitional […]
City of Whitesburg Receives $3 Million for Continued Daniel Boone Hotel Renovation
The Letcher County Fiscal Court has received $3 million from the General Assembly’s 2024-2025 budget under the Department for Local Government to go toward renovation of the City of Whitesburg’s […]
Police Investigating Theft at Perry County Convenience Store
The Perry County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an early Tuesday morning theft from Ramey’s Qwik Stop on South Hwy 15 in Vicco. They have not said what was stolen but […]
Tinted Windows Lead To Drug Arrest in Floyd County
Tinted windows have reportedly led to the drug trafficking arrest of a Floyd County woman with a second woman hospitalized during the arrest. Kentucky State Police say on Friday night […]
Employee of Prestonsburg Driver’s License Office Arrested for Debit Card Theft
A woman who worked at the Prestonsburg driver’s license office has reportedly been arrested on allegations of stealing patrons’ debit card numbers for her personal use. Prestonsburg Police say Brittany […]
Big Sandy CTC Names New Interim President
Big Sandy Community and Technical College has a new interim president. Dr. Todd Brand, who has been the chief academic officer at Ashland Community and Technical College for the past […]
Bridge Closure on KY 15x East Main Street in Whitesburg Begins Today
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet advises motorists of a bridge closure along KY 15x in Letcher County for a rehabilitation project. The bridge is located in downtown Whitesburg on East Main […]