Pikeville, KY — Threats to kill his family lands a Pike County man in jail. Kentucky State Police responded to a complaint from a Road Creek family that their son, 21-year-old Christopher Allen of Elkhorn City had called the residence making threats to kill them. According to the arrest citation,…
Read MoreThursday morning, most Pike County schools opened their doors to greet students for the first day of classes. Pike County Sheriff’s deputies were out in force with an increased presence both inside the schools and outside, making sure everyone arrived safely. Mountain Top News was with deputies…
Read MoreCharleston, WV — A federal judge has approved Contura Energy’s bid for three mines owned by the bankrupt Blackjewel coal company. A Blackjewel spokesman says U.S. District Judge Frank Volk in West Virginia approved the sale Tuesday. The deal still needs the federal government’s approval…
Read MoreOperation School Shoes was a success again this year at Betsy Layne Elementary on August 3rd. Kids around the Floyd County area were given fitted shoes, school supplies, food, haircuts, etc. to get them ready for school this year. This was all possible through online auctions and donations organized…
Read MoreSouth Williamson, KY — In a joint investigation, authorities in Kentucky and West Virginia arrested 27-year-old Amanda Dempsey of Lenore, West Virginia on a variety of charges. According to the arrest citation, Kentucky State Police (KSP) responded to a call at South Williamson ARH, where emergency…
Read MorePikeville, KY — During Tuesday’s Pike County Fiscal Court meeting, Gray Tomblyn II, Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) commissioner of Rural and Municipal Aid, announced $936,600 in discretionary funds for resurfacing work on four county roads. Resurfacing repairs address existing surface…
Read MoreAs the dilemma for laid off Blackjewel miners continues, Pike County officials are attempting to compile a list of affected miners living in Pike County. Judge Executive Ray S. Jones is asking all laid off Blackjewel miners in the county to call his office at 606-432-6247 so a comprehensive list can…
Read MoreA Martin County woman is in jail after police found her 2 year old wandering around outside Monday night. Martin County deputies and Kentucky State Troopers responded just before 10pm, after neighbors reported seeing 31 year old Amy Justice let her toddler outside, then shut the door. According to the…
Read MorePike County, KY — Kentucky State Police responded to a domestic violence complaint that ended with a Pike County man in jail. According to Troopers, the incident occurred in the Dry Branch of Virgie area of Pike County shortly before 4:00 AM Tuesday morning. When Troopers arrived, Melissa Tackett…
Read MoreThe all-female Bluegrass band “Coaltown Dixie” is celebrating their 10 year anniversary together. The members of CTD include Kristen “Mando Chick” Preston on mandolin and dobro, Melanie “Little Earl” Turner on banjo and guitar, Stephanie “Della May” Rose…
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