PRESTONSBURG, Ky. — Collaboration is a key buzzword that is always mentioned anytime economic development is discussed in eastern Kentucky. Two communities in our region put that word into action, and yesterday they were rewarded for their efforts. EKB News Reporter Shelby Porter has the details.…
Read MoreMEATHOUSE, Ky. — The Martin County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a missing person. Gabe Dewey Lowe, 73, was last seen this morning around 8:30 driving a 2014 blue Ford Escape. According to police, he was supposed to be at a funeral and did not show…
Read MoreMagoffin County, Ky.–Kentucky State Police executed arrest warrants for 29-year old Mitchell Shepherd, 39-year old John Montgomery and 41-year old Teresa Salyer all of Salyersville after a complaint was filed alleging their involvement in several burglaries that happened in Magoffin County. The…
Read MorePike County, Ky.–Coal Run Village began preparations today for an event that will highlight not only local businesses, but local artisans as well. The first Coal Run Halloween Night Market is set for this Friday and will provide a little something for everyone to enjoy. “When they come into…
Read MorePIKEVILLE, Ky. — Fall brings its own special atmosphere to college campuses … With the changing of the leaves, the cooler temperatures, and of course, homecoming week. EKB News Reporter Shelby Porter gives us an overview of this year’s festivities at the University of Pikeville. [su_youtube…
Read MorePIKEVILLE, Ky. — The University of Pikeville would like to invite the community to a ribbon cutting ceremony this week. Friday afternoon at 2, UPIKE will be hosting a building dedication for its state-of-the-art Health Professions Education building. The building houses Kentucky’s only college…
Read MoreAn animal cruelty case filed earlier this year raised concerns, especially after it was not the first time the defendant had faced such charges. But, continuing delays in the case are having a negative impact on the Pike County Animal Shelter, which is harboring the rescued animals. EKB News reporter…
Read MorePrestonsburg, Ky.–It happened early Sunday morning on Ridgewood Drive in Prestonsburg while officers from the Prestonsburg Police Department were responding to a complaint of a fight taking place at the Club House on Stone Crest. According to the arrest citation 48-year old Brian Wallace was on…
Read MorePrestonsburg, Ky.–As of late we have seen a real showing of support for local artisans through festivals and night markets. As a result we are seeing small businesses across the region become impromptu venues for art exhibits. That was the case at City Perk Coffeehouse in Prestonsburg over the…
Read MoreThe Biblical artifact exhibit in Downtown Pikeville is in its final weeks on display, and those responsible for unearthing many of the artifacts on-display in the exhibit took part in a symposium at the University of Pikeville as part of an unofficial conclusion of the exhibit. EKB News Reporter Chris…
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