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Man killed in Pike County motorcycle crash
ROBINSON CREEK, KY (WOWK) – One person is dead after a crash involving a motorcycle and a Mack Truck. According to the Kentucky State Police, the crash happened around 1:14 p.m. Sunday, April 29, along KY Route 122 in the Robinson Creek area of Pike County. Troopers say, according to their investigation, a motorcycle collided […]
Pikeville celebrates ‘the power of prayer’ on National Day of Prayer
PIKEVILLE, Ky. (WYMT) - National Day of Prayer was celebrated Thursday, with groups inviting folks to gatherings throughout the region. In Pikeville, the annual gathering filled the city park with prayer and fellowship. This year’s theme, “Lift up the Word - Light up the World” came as a challenge to...
Investigation into alleged fire department theft leads to federal indictment, fiscal court regulation change
PIKEVILLE, Ky. — A Pike County, Kentucky, volunteer fire chief has been arrested on a federal charge in connection with an investigation that has also led to a change in the way the Pike County Fiscal Court distributes money to fire departments. On April 18, a federal grand jury...
Turning trash into treasure: Young entrepreneur crafts purses from discarded books
INEZ — Abigail Osborn, a member of the Martin County Chapter of FCCLA, turned an idea into a business making environmentally friendly purses and accessories from discarded books and clothing. “Reimagining the Classics” emerged from her Entrepreneurship Level 2 Star project, “Repurpose and Redesign,” leading to her placing 14th nationally last year. She has since evolved the idea into a full-fledged business model, securing second place at the gold level during the FCCLA Kentucky Conference this year.
Prestonsburg’s Chase Parsley resigns as head boys basketball coach
PRESTONSBURG, Ky. (WYMT) - Chase Parsley will step down as Prestonsburg’s head boys basketball coach after two years at the helm. He finished with a total record of 31-30. Last season, Prestonsburg finished 17-15. “We want to express our sincere gratitude to coach Parsley for his contributions to our...
Nelly to perform at Appalachian Wireless Arena
PIKEVILLE, Ky. (WSAZ) - American rapper and singer, Nelly, is set to perform at the Appalachian Wireless Arena, officials announced on Monday. The concert will happened on September 14 at 8 p.m. Tickets go on sale Friday, May 3, at 10am. For tickets visit the Community Trust Bank Box Office...
Lady Cards on 3-game win streak
INEZ — The Martin County High School Lady Cards softball team rolled past Grace Christian 7-6 and Tolsia in a doubleheader 10-4, 13-9 to win three in a row April 23 and Saturday in Inez. The following is a recap of last week’s action:. MCHS vs. Grace Christian.
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