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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 […]
The Wallace Horn Friendly Neighbor Show visits Matewan
“The Wallace Horn Friendly Neighbor Show” made a special trip to Matewan on April 19. The show's recent gathering was at the WV Mine Wars Museum where singer-songwriters came together to showcase their talents. “My job and my music-making came together in one of the coolest ways," said Thomas...
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...
Williamson veterinarian retires
Dr. Linda Knowles, owner and veterinarian of Williamson Animal Hospital, has announced her retirement after decades of service. Knowles said a profound love of animals was what guided her to become a veterinarian. "I was a young girl when I realized my strong attachment to four-legged creatures,” she said. “This,...
Wyoming County man sentenced to prison
WYOMING COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Brett Michael Atnip, 31, of Hanover, WV, was sentenced to six months for Driving with a Revoked License and one to five years for Conspiracy to Commit a Felony on April 25, 2024. He pleaded guilty to both charges on March 11, 2024. On February 6, 2024, Sgt. L.M. Cook […]
Lawrence County softball earns 14th shutout in Shelby Valley
PIKE COUNTY, Ky. (WYMT) - The Lawrence County Lady Bulldogs continued the team’s tear this season against the Shelby Valley Wildcats in Pike County on Thursday, May 2. Lawrence County’s bats connected quickly, jumping up to a two-run lead after Jada Patton snuck home on a throw to second base in the top of the first inning.
‘We’re gonna dig ourselves out’: Elkhorn City leaders hopeful for progress
ELKHORN CITY, Ky. (WYMT) - After a change in city leadership and an examination by State Auditor Allison Ball’s office, Elkhorn City officials are hopeful for the town’s recovery. Financial issues were brought to light late last year, leading to the recent hiring of a new city clerk...
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.
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