Floyd County, KY — Kentucky State Police at the Pikeville Post continue to investigate a fatal incident in Floyd County. According to authorities, a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle on U.S. 23 in the Stanville community shortly before 8:30 Wednesday night. The pedestrian, who was pronounced…
Read MoreJob seekers had the opportunity to find an open position through many employers due to the “Mega Job Fair” hosted by Big Sandy Community Action Program at the Jenny Wiley Convention Center on Wednesday. Career Advisor Kayla Jude says that applicants need to bring an active photo ID, be at…
Read MoreOctober has finally arrived, and for whitewater kayaking and rafting enthusiasts across the country, that means it’s time for their yearly journey to Elkhorn City, Kentucky. Each weekend in October, water is released from John W. Flannagan Dam in Haysi, Virginia, creating some of the most sought…
Read MorePikeville Medical Center was recently recognized on a national level for its performance when treating patients dealing with chest pain and suffering from heart attacks. PMC is the recipient of the 2019 Platinum Performance Achievement Award from the American College of Cardiology, one of only 226…
Read MoreFloyd County, KY — A Martin County man accused of terroristic threatening and fleeing from police was arrested Tuesday evening. According to the Martin City Police Department, 35-year-old Adam A. Maynard of Inez was arrested by Chief Kenny Stidham at Bucks Branch Road in Martin. Maynard had outstanding…
Read MoreFrankfort, KY — Kentucky’s former House speaker says he won’t run for reelection in 2020, ending a long legislative career tarnished by his involvement in a secret sexual harassment settlement. Republican Rep. Jeff Hoover says it’s the right time for him to step aside from the…
Read MoreFrankfort, KY — The KSP Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Division announced the start of a two-week enforcement blitz targeting aggressive driving behaviors. The Ticketing Aggressive Cars and Trucks campaign, (TACT) began October 1, 2019 and focuses on violations by motorists (both passenger car…
Read MoreDiabetes is a serious medical condition that severely affects the world, especially the Eastern Kentucky community. With there being so many delicious sweets and homemade goods available these days, many people struggle by giving into sugary temptations. Pikeville Medical Center RN and Certified Diabetic…
Read MoreWith cold weather and flu season right around the corner, many health facilities are asking people to get a flu shot to help keep their immune system strong, but also those who cannot receive a flu shot or are immuno-compromised. Pike County Health Department Nurse Advisor Stephanie Bentley said starting…
Read MoreOfficials with the National Weather Service in Jackson say September of 2019 was the warmest and driest on record. The dry conditions have led most eastern Kentucky counties to issue burn bans as a precaution against wildfires. Pike County Emergency Management Director Doug Tackett says despite the…
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