Letcher County students inspire bill to name Kentucky’s state mushroom
A bill inspired by students in Letcher County to designate an official state mushroom is moving forward in the state Senate. Scott Madon sponsored Senate Bill 19 after students from […]
Man Jailed After Alleged 16-Mile Chase With KSP in Perry County
A guy who led Kentucky State Police on a chase in Perry County remains in jail. Troopers say they tried to pull over a pickup truck in Combs for traffic […]
Free Legal Clinics to Help Residents With Wills and Estate Planning
If you need help writing a will or doing other estate planning, AppalReD Legal Aid is hosting some free legal assistance clinics for estate planning like last wills and testaments, […]
Josh Baker Named Interim Principal at R.W. Combs Elementary
R.W. Combs Elementary has a new interim principal. Perry County Schools says starting Monday Josh Baker will take the role for the rest of the school year. Baker is currently […]
Local Obituaries – Friday, March 6, 2026
Kathy Sue Runyon Kathy Sue Runyon, age 62, of Whitesburg, passed away Wednesday, March 4th, at her residence. She is survived by her husband: Gary Boyd of Whitesburg; Two daughters; […]
Hazard, Wolfe County Advance to 14th Region Semifinals
The boys 14th region basketball tournament continued last night with the two final opening round games at the Woods Coliseum in Jackson at Breathitt County High School. In game one, […]
Career Night for Strack Sends Kentucky Women to SEC Quarterfinals
Clara Strack tied her career high with 33 points, made a career-high five three-pointers, grabbed eight rebounds, blocked three shots, had two assists and a steal as #17 Kentucky beat […]