The University of Pikeville-Kentucky College of Optometry (KYCO) class of 2023 has set a record level among students in the college where a remarkable 71 percent of KYCO’s newest students chose to make a financial gift to the university. The yearly gift from students at KYCO has evolved into a tradition…
Read MoreLetcher County, KY — A group made up of black lung disease sufferers and supporters is dedicating a memorial to miners who have died of the disease. The Black Lung Association of South Eastern Kentucky is hosting the event in Whitesburg on Sunday. They will dedicate a headstone memorial for miners…
Read MoreLawrence County, KY — A father and son have been charged with burglary in Lawrence County. According to authorities, 56-year-old Carl Daniels and his son 34-year-old Carl Daniels Jr. both of Martin County, were stopped in Blaine for not have a valid license plate. Police report that inside their…
Read MoreKentucky Tourism, Arts, and Heritage Cabinet Secretary Don Parkinson, State Parks Director of Resorts Michael Vito and other officials are preparing to announce upcoming improvements at Jenny Wiley State Resort Park. The improvements are part of the “Restoring the Finest” initiative…
Read MoreParades in eastern Kentucky are the highlight of many festivals and special occasions. However, there are those who cannot experience the excitement because of hypersensitivity to loud noises. With that in mind, officials with the city of Pikeville are designating a special area that will be more sensory…
Read MoreThe 37th Annual Jenny Wiley Festival is set to kick-off on Wednesday in Downtown Prestonsburg. This year, there will be free carnival rides from 6 PM until 10 PM, but only on Wednesday. Most folks gather at this festival to taste the great food, listen to live music and buy locally-crafted items, but…
Read MoreWashington, DC — The Appalachian Regional Commission has announced $44.4 million for 54 projects affecting coal-impacted communities in Appalachian states. The commission said Tuesday that the Partnerships for Opportunity and Workforce and Economic Revitalization Initiative aims to create or…
Read MoreOn Tuesday, nearly 350 coal miners in West Virginia were sent notices saying their employer, Blackhawk Mining, LLC, was idling three underground mines and two preparation plants. The WARN notices were sent to 342 employees at the following operations in Mingo and Logan Counties : Washington…
Read MoreA Pike County woman is facing several drug charges following an arrest Monday by the Pike County Sheriff’s office. Deputies responded before noon to the Shelby Valley area after someone reported suspicious activity, and found 38 year old Valerie Hunt of Belcher hiding inside the Shelby Valley…
Read MoreMany mountain bikers enjoy the thrill of a fast-paced, intense ride through the hills, but these rides can be exhausting and draining. Volunteers at the Sugarcamp Mountain Trails now provide “Shuttle Service Saturdays” on certain days through October. Prestonsburg Tourism Executive Director…
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