Gov. Beshear Says Flood Death Toll Now at 21
Governor Andy Beshear confirms 21 people have now died in connection with the severe weather and flooding. The latest death was a man in Logan County. Seven of the dead […]
US Rep Hal Rogers Responds to Flooding in Eastern Kentucky
US Representative Hal Rogers says top officials from FEMA are expected in Kentucky this week to tour damage and expedite help to beleaguered communities. On Friday Rogers spoke to our […]
Two Men Arrested for Violating Flood Curfew in Pike County
Two men have been arrested for violating an emergency order and curfew in Pike County that went into effect following the flood last weekend. The Appalachian News Express reports Darrin […]
Terry Forcht, Owner of WTCW/WXKQ Radio Stations, Honored by the Kentucky Senate and House
February 21, 2025 On Wednesday, February 19, Forcht Group of Kentucky Chairman and CEO Terry Forcht was honored by the state Senate and House on Forcht Bank’s 40th anniversary year, […]
Team KY Storm Relief Fund Will Pay for Funerals of Flood Victims
Governor Andy Beshear says money from the Team Kentucky Storm Relief Fund will help pay for the funerals of the 14 people who died in the flooding last weekend, including […]
Lowe’s Offering Free Cleanup Supplies at Eastern KY Locations
Some Lowe’s Home Improvement stores in Kentucky will be giving out some free cleanup supplies for those with flood damage. WYMT reports starting at 9am tomorrow, Lowe’s stores in Paintsville, […]
KCTC Launches Disaster Relief Fund Established for Student Flood Victims
The Kentucky Community and Technical College System has launched disaster relief funds to help students and families impacted by the flooding. Officials say Big Sandy Community and Technical College, Hazard […]
KYTC District 12 Updates Public on Snow and Ice Operations Amid Ongoing Flood Recovery
PIKEVILLE, Ky. (Feb. 19, 2025) –The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) District 12 continues to address challenging weather conditions, as crews work to manage both snow and ice operations alongside flood […]
Help For Local Businesses Affected by Flooding
Local businesses affected by the recent flooding are being offered help from area agencies. SOAR’s Business Recovery Hub provides connections and resources for low-interest loans, expert guidance, and essential resources […]
City of Whitesburg Says All Flood Damage Reports Documented for FEMA
The City of Whitesburg says all damage they are currently aware of within the Whitesburg City Limits from Saturday’s flood has been documented and reported for city engineers to report […]