Local Obituaries-Wednesday July 3, 2024
Rufus Scott Garrett Rufus Scott Garrett, age 47, of Neon, passed away Monday, July 1, 2024 at his residence. He is survived by his father: Jack Pierce Garrett; 1 son: […]
Former State Rep. Angie Hatton Appointed to ARH Foundation For Healthier Communities Board
Letcher County’s former state representative Angie Hatton has been appointed to the Board of Directors for Appalachian Regional Healthcare’s ARH Foundation for Healthier Communities. The Foundation’s mission is to further […]
UPike Receives Large Grant From National Science Foundation
The University of Pikeville has reportedly gotten a nearly $600,000 grant to take part in a program with the U.S. National Science Foundation to look into how to grow food […]
Fireworks Safety Information
If you are thinking about doing your own fireworks in the backyard, Hazard’s Fire Chiefis reminding you of some legal requirements. Chief Robert Keith tells WYMT you need to be […]
Isom, Fleming Neon and Whitesburg Independence Day Events
You can enjoy fireworks in Isom Wednesday night. The Isom Days Festival Committee says they will have a fireworks display starting at dusk Wednesday July 3 at the Isom Fairgrounds. […]
After Monday Off, Reds Face Yankees in New York
The Reds are 39-45, 10.5 games back of the Brewers, in 4th place in the NL Central. The Reds were off Monday and will kickoff July with a three game […]
Local Obituaries-Tuesday July 2, 2024
Otis Tobias Slone Otis Tobias Slone, age 6 months, of Neon, passed away on Friday, June 28, 2024 at Whitesburg ARH. He is survived by his parents: Teddy Slone Jr. […]
Perry County Man Facing Several Charges in Barricade Situation
A Perry County man is behind bars following a Saturday night domestic violence call that led to the suspect barricading himself in a home on Combs Road. The Sheriff says […]
Escaped Pike County Inmate Back in Custody
An inmate who slipped a Pike County Detention Center work detail last week is back incustody. The Pike County Jailer tells the Appalachian News Express that Andrew J. Eastwood is […]
Rolling STEM Camps Being Offered In Some Counties
A rolling Science Technology Engineering and Math classroom is coming through Eastern Kentucky for kids to experience. The organization Rural Up has partnered with Learning Undefeated with a RV that […]