A man wanted in a January shooting in Letcher County was captured earlier this month. 45-year-old Eddie Dewayne Collins, was arrested in Neon after he was spotted walking along a roadway by Letcher County Constable and Deputy Jailer Luther Tackett. Tackett said Collins dove into the creek in an attempt…
Read MoreFRANKFORT, Ky. — Two mountain lawmakers are getting support from Kentucky’s top prosecutor in seeking additional customer protections from utilities. During a press conference this afternoon, Attorney General Andy Beshear threw his support behind proposals by Reps. Chris Harris and Angie…
Read MoreThis morning, the gymnasium at Duff-Allen Central Elementary was full of more than 300 middle school students who listened as a Johnson County native discussed her life-long battle with eating disorders. EKB News Reporter Shannon Deskins was there, and tells us this story about Jamison Burchell’s…
Read MoreThis amazing art video will blow your mind. Seriously this is some of the most amazing art I have ever seen. Performing Arts in which Artists use their Voices or Bodies.
Read MoreThere is a musical tradition here in the mountains unlike anywhere in America. During “This Week” we shine a light on part of that musical tradition… So now, sit back and enjoy… our Mountain Music. [su_youtube url=”https://youtu.be/2B1J-ExcAms” height=”340″…
Read MoreWISE COUNTY, WV.-The Wise County Sheriff’s Office is asking for help identifying suspects involved in a theft from Morgan McClure Chevrolet, in Coeburn. Thursday night, a full sized black crew cab pick up truck was seen pulling into the Morgan McClure Dealership lot. A male subject got out of…
Read MoreMAGOFFIN COUNTY, KY.-We all know to stop when school buses are loading and unloading students. Unfortunately, not everyone follows by the rules, which can create a dangerous situation for children. Thursday 28-year old Jessica Minix of Salyersville was arrested after she allegedly passed an unloading…
Read MoreLately, much attention has been given to new, cutting-edge technology being used in the University of Pikeville’s nursing program. However, nurses who have already graduated and are working in their field are also looking to UPIKE, as officials there are promoting a new online program aimed…
Read MorePIKEVILLE, Ky. — When the reality series Survivor begins its 36th season next week, more than a few locals will be tuning in to get a glimpse of one of their own. Today, EKB News Reporter Shelby Porter caught up with Phelps native Donathan Hurley to get his impressions ahead of the big premiere.…
Read MoreWILLIAMSON, W.Va. — Four people were arrested in Mingo County on drug charges. Thursday, the Mingo County Sheriff’s Office, U.S. Drug Task Force, Williamson Police Department and West Virginia State Police served a warrant at a residence on Vinson Street in Williamson. The warrant was issued…
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