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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 · 2d

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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 · 1d

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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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In rural KY, low turnout means tight election results — and a magistrate selected by coin toss

Some Eastern Kentucky races were decided by margins of fewer than 50 votes.

Knott County, KY · 5h

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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 · 1d

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MCHC opens new Hazard Medical Clinic and Pharmacy, expanding healthcare access in Perry County

HAZARD, Ky. (WYMT) -Mountain Comprehensive Health Corporation celebrated a major milestone in Perry County on Thursday, hosting an official ribbon cutting for its new Hazard Medical Clinic and Pharmacy. Located at 30 South KY-15 in the old CVS Pharmacy building, the modern facility brings together comprehensive primary care, behavioral health...

Perry County, KY · 17h

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Person taken to hospital after fire destroys Perry County home

The Jakes Branch Fire Department said one person was taken to Hazard ARH for minor injuries, after a fire destroyed a home on Jakes Fork Road in Bulan.

Perry County, KY · 1d

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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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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.

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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 · 1d

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18-year-old elected to Breathitt County Board

BREATHITT CO., Ky. (WYMT) -At just 18 years old, Jarrett Hardin is proving age is just a number when it comes to serving your community. On Tuesday night, Hardin was elected to the Breathitt County Soil and Water Conservation District Board of Supervisors, capturing enough votes to secure one of three open seats on the board.

Breathitt County, 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 · 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 · 2d

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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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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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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 · 23h

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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 · 1d

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Week 11 High School Prep preview: Lincoln County at Perry Central

Who: Lincoln County (2-8) at Perry Central (5-5) Kickoff: Friday, November 6 at 7:00 p.m. Location: Keith Pray Field, Hazard. Coaches: Lincoln County, Levi Rogers. Perry Central, Mark Dixon. Perry Central is set to host Lincoln County in the opening round of the 2026 KHSAA Class 4A Football State Playoffs...

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