WISE, Va. — The Town of Wise yesterday reported that a municipal employee has tested positive for COVID-19. In an announcement on the town’s Facebook page, officials reported that the town has been working closely with the local health department since learning the news. The Town Hall has…
Read MoreTOMAHAWK, Ky. — An anonymous tip led officers to seize 25 marijuana plants on Wednesday. Sheriff John Kirk, Deputy David Bush and Constable Tony Preece searched a residence on Hall’s Branch, where they also seized a handgun and a machete. Arrested was Terrence Mills, 39. He is charged with…
Read MoreGov. Andy Beshear said Tuesday that he supports local school leaders who decide to begin the academic year with online instruction
Read MoreBEIRUT (AP) — Residents of Beirut confronted a scene of utter devastation Wednesday, a day after a massive explosion at the port rippled across the Lebanese capital, killing at least 100 people, wounding thousands and leaving entire city blocks blanketed with glass and rubble. Smoke still rose from…
Read MoreA local economic development diversification organization is seeking a new director.
Read MoreFRANKFORT, Ky. — Kentucky First Lady Britainy Beshear today announced a new program to ensure all students have face masks when returning to school. The “Coverings for Kids” campaign asks Kentuckians to donate face coverings directly to local school districts. “As a mom, nothing…
Read MoreThe Kentucky Public Service Commission approved the transfer of Southern Water District's sewer lines and some of its water lines to Prestonsburg City's Utilities back in 2017. Three years later, the regulator is asking why the switch is still not complete.
Read MoreRANSOM, Ky. — Work to replace a bridge Big Blue Springs Road over Blackberry Creek in Pike County will begin next month. Construction will begin Sept. 1 on the span which crosses the creek at the intersection with Route 1056 near the old Blackberry school. During construction, traffic will use…
Read MorePIKEVILLE, Ky. (MTN) – The University of Pikeville (UPIKE) hopes to continue the advancement of its band and faculty-in-residence programs by naming Trevor Bailey as the new director of bands and welcoming him to be the faculty-in-residence at the university. According to a release from the University…
Read MoreLOUISVILLE, Ky. (MTN) — Goodwill Industries of Kentucky and Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield have announced a partnership to launch Pikeville’s Reintegrating Individuals Successfully Every Day (RISE) program, a job-readiness training program aimed at connecting low-income Kentuckians with resources…
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