In many types of businesses in our region, the workforce is beginning to show its age. But, a new partnership between the city of Prestonsburg, Big Sandy Community and Technical College and the Kentucky Labor Cabinet is hoping to bring some younger people into high paying jobs. EKB News reporter…
Read MoreMARTIN, Ky. — A Johnson County man is heading to jail, following a high-speed pursuit across two counties, which ended when he crashed into another car. A Kentucky State Police trooper observed a gold Toytota 4-Runner shortly after 8 a.m. at a stoplight in Johnson County and felt that the driver…
Read MorePAINTSVILLE, Ky. — A Floyd County man is facing felony charges, after police say he attempted to leave a store without paying for hundreds of dollars worth of meat and other items. Paintsville Police were called to Walmart yesterday, after store security stopped a man for allegedly leaving the…
Read MorePIKE COUNTY, KY.— A body found near Fishtrap Lake in Pike County has been identified. Kentucky State Police received a call this afternoon of a body being found in the Biggs community of Pike County. The caller had indicated that the cause of death was a possible drowning. According to KSP Post-…
Read MoreThe Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals has upheld former Paintsville Mayor Robert Porter’s conviction for misusing city funds. In 2016, a federal jury found Porter guilty of using his power and influence to receive free utility service at two homes, and used city funds to pay for personal expenses.…
Read MoreMARTIN COUNTY, KY.–The Stray Hearts Animal Shelter has seen its share of troubles, and this weekend’s flooding did not help matters. EKB News Reporter Shawn Allen has a look at the situation. [su_youtube url=”https://youtu.be/eIQNYIFaxhw” height=”340″]SOT[/su_youtube]…
Read MoreKERMIT, W.Va. — Local governments and emergency response agencies spent much of the weekend answering calls for help due to flash flooding. But now that the emergency has passed, an even bigger job awaits. EKB News Reporter Shelby Porter explains. [su_youtube url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OYP7KL-NYXc”…
Read MoreMore details are being released concerning the four people murdered in Johnson County on Saturday, including the fact that the shooter, Joseph Nickell left behind a suicide note before killing his parents, his girlfriend and her mother. EKB News reporter Shannon Deskins is following this story and…
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, relax and enjoy… our Mountain Music. [su_youtube url=”https://youtu.be/yY3sl9GDDJo” height=”340″]SOT[/su_youtube]…
Read MoreGARRETT, KY.–A Floyd County woman is behind bars after an alleged knife attack Thursday night. It happened at a West Garrett Road residence where 50-year old Teresa Howard had allegedly been in an argument with a man when she grabbed a knife cut his wrist. Howard claimed the man had cut himself.…
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