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Judge dismisses Prestonsburg, Floyd County officials from wrongful death lawsuit

A judge has dismissed the City of Prestonsburg, its police department, and multiple county officials from a wrongful death lawsuit relating to the death of Amber Spradlin.

Prestonsburg, KY · 18h

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Floyd man arrested after driving truck into ex-wife’s home

HI HAT, Ky. — A Floyd County man is facing criminal charges after he allegedly drove a truck into his ex-wife’s house. Police were initially called over a report of a domestic dispute in progress at a home along Route 122 at Hi Hat. When police arrived, the suspect, identified as Lonzie Isaac, 44, of Hi Hat, had already left the scene after driving a truck into the front of the house.

Floyd County, KY · 2d
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Floyd County candidate ‘exploring legal options’ after incomplete ballot issue

Democrat Ellen Morrison Kelley narrowly lost the Floyd County Commissioners District 1 race to Republican incumbent Al Knable.

Floyd County, KY · 16h

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Political rookie Hesterberg defeats veteran politician in Kentucky House race

PRESTONSBURG, Ky. (WCHS) — There were some surprises in Tuesday's general election and one of those came in eastern Kentucky. A political newcomer was elected to the Kentucky House of Representatives, defeating a seasoned politician who had served in Frankfort for many years. "I will not be outworked by...

Floyd County, KY · 1d
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Thelma man pleads guilty to armed drug trafficking

ASHLAND, Ky. (WSIP) – A Johnson County man has admitted to trafficking methamphetamine and fentanyl after state police seized large quantities of drugs, firearms and cash from his home. Brian “Butterbean” Charles, 43, of Thelma pleaded guilty to charges stemming from a July 7th drug raid conducted by Kentucky...

Johnson County, KY · 16h

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KY police: Matewan man tried to get drugs by fraud

The Pikeville, Kentucky, Police Department arrested a Matewan resident for allegedly trying to procure a controlled substance by fraudulent means, according to court records. Kirk Nicholas Knopek, 32, of Beech Creek, was arrested by PPD Patrolman Tiason Lockridge on Oct. 29 on Hambley Boulevard in Pikeville on a single charge of attempting to obtain a controlled substance by fraud, false statement or forgery.

Pikeville, KY · 22h

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Viral sheriff write-in candidate loses to incumbent

JOHNSON COUNTY, Ky. (WKYT) - A write-in candidate for Johnson County sheriff who surpassed 600,000 views on a campaign post on TikTok lost to the incumbent candidate. Jason Golden made posted a video to TikTok addressing his arrest at the Kentucky Apple Festival, where he was charged with alcohol intoxication in a public place and second-degree disorderly conduct.

Johnson County, KY · 1d

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REGIONAL NEWS NOVEMBER 3RD, 2026

Floyd County, Ky – A Floyd County man is behind bars after police say he drove a truck through a woman’s home. According to court documents, 44-year-old Lonzie Isaac of Hi Hat became angry when told to leave a residence on Route 122. Authorities say Isaac waited for the homeowner to return before plowing her truck into the house multiple times, destroying half the home and porch. Isaac was arrested and charged with first-degree criminal mischief and leaving the scene.

Floyd County, KY · 2d

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Retirement to re-election: Matt Wireman returns to lead Magoffin County

SALYERSVILLE, Ky. (WYMT) - Matt Wireman, Magoffin County’s Judge-Executive-elect, retired from the role Dec. 31, 2025. However, he will take office again on Jan. 4, 2027. “I’m ready to get back,” Wireman said. “It’s been a year of reflection, and a year of looking toward the future.”

Magoffin County, KY · 1d

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Former Hazard Middle School employee taken into custody on fugitive warrant

HAZARD, Ky. (WYMT + WKYT) - A former Hazard Middle School employee is in custody following a multi-state undercover investigation into online communication with a minor. Authorities in Washington County, Minnesota, contacted the Perry County Sheriff’s Office after an undercover deputy, posing as a 15-year-old girl on the messaging app Kik, reported being contacted by an account allegedly belonging to 54-year-old Elmer Mitch Fields.

Hazard, KY · 22h

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One person killed in Perry Co. crash

PERRY COUNTY, Ky. (WYMT) - A Hazard man died Tuesday evening following a two-vehicle collision on KY-80 in Perry County, according to Kentucky State Police. Troopers were called to the scene in the Bulan community around 5:34 p.m. A preliminary investigation found that a 2023 Jeep Wrangler was traveling eastbound...

Perry County, KY · 1d

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Eastern Kentucky welcomes data centers in hopes they make up for coal losses

In Kentucky's former coal country, data centers are a welcome sight as people hope they will bring in money. Data centers have generated opposition all over the country. In eastern Kentucky, though, some communities are actively pursuing them, or at least they're open to them. They hope data centers can make up for the decline of coal and counter rising electricity prices. Curtis Tate with member station WEKU has the story.

Kentucky · 2d

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Outdoor burn ban lifted in Knott County

KNOTT COUNTY, Ky. (WKYT) - The outdoor burn ban has been lifted in one eastern Kentucky county. Knott County’s ban has been lifted “for the time being,” according to county officials. Burning is now allowed between 6 p.m. and 6 a.m. County officials said that weather and...

Knott County, KY · 1d

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Lawson Cancer Center launches lymphedema prevention program

PIKEVILLE, Ky. — Lawson Cancer Center at Pikeville Medical Center has launched a lymphedema prevention program that uses a noninvasive device to help identify fluid changes before patients notice swelling. The program uses the SOZO Digital Health Platform, which measures fluid levels and generates an L-Dex score to help...

Pikeville, KY · 1d

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Man in critical condition after house fire

BULAN, Ky. (WYMT) - A man was taken to Hazard ARH after a fire at a home on Jakes Fork Road in Bulan. Fire officials say the man is in critical condition after inhaling lots of smoke. His name was not released. Jakes Branch Fire Department was called to 24...

Bulan, KY · 1d

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Paintsville man’s case headed to grand jury in mother’s death

PAINTSVILLE, Ky. (WSIP) – A Johnson County man accused of concealing his mother’s death for months while collecting money from her bank account has waived his case to a grand jury. 56-year-old John L. Carroll of Paintsville is charged after his mother’s body was discovered at their residence...

Paintsville, KY · 22h

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BSCTC names Susan Ellis dean of health sciences

PRESTONSBURG, Ky. — Big Sandy Community and Technical College has named Susan Ellis its new dean of health sciences. Ellis, a registered nurse with more than 40 years of experience in nursing, health care leadership and education, said returning to the college “feels like coming home.”. “I am...

Prestonsburg, KY · 1d

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Hazard-Perry County Chamber honors businesses, individuals

The Hazard-Perry County Chamber of Commerce recently hosted its annual Business Appreciation Lunch at the Primary Care Center of Eastern Kentucky event center, recognizing local businesses and their contributions to the community. Sponsored by Kentucky Power, the event brought together Chamber members and nonmembers for an afternoon of appreciation and...

Perry County, KY · 18h

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Scott Alexander wins fourth term as Perry County judge-executive

HAZARD, Ky. (WYMT) - Scott Alexander has been re-elected to a fourth term as Perry County judge-executive, defeating opponent and former judge-executive Denny Ray Noble for a third time. He said his campaign stuck to focusing on the good throughout the race. Alexander: ‘How do we help someone each day?’...

Perry County, KY · 2d

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KHSAA Football Playoffs Kick Off Tonight; Letcher Central Travels to Knox Central Friday Night

This is the opening round of the KHSAA high school football playoffs across Kentucky. There are 3 playoff games being played tonight and the rest on Friday. – Whitley County (0-10) at Boyle County (8-2) — 7:30 PM. Class 3A. – Powell County (2-8) at Rockcastle County (10-0) —...

Whitesburg, KY · 22h