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SKCTC business professor retires after 33 years, will further sports writing career
Longtime educator Jamie Vaught understands the importance of timing. Following a career that spans three decades, the professor, sportswriter, and photographer will retire from Southeast Kentucky Community and Technical College this summer. The end of one chapter, however, marks the beginning of another. “Ironically, by the time I was getting ready to retire from teaching, […] The post SKCTC business professor retires after 33 years, will further sports writing career appeared first on Middlesboro News.
Men’s golf comes up short at South/SE Regional
LMU Athletics The men’s golf squad finished their season at the NCAA South/Southeast Regional after falling to a 14th place team finish through rounds of 289-296-305 to finish 26-over in the tournament. North Georgia wins the regional with a score of nine-under. Joining them in the finals will be Coker, Lee, West Florida, and Wingate […] The post Men’s golf comes up short at South/SE Regional appeared first on Claiborne Progress.
Harlan officials turn on new Wi-Fi downtown
HARLAN, Ky. (WYMT) - Downtown Harlan is now offering free Wi-Fi in parts of downtown. One Harlan County Executive Director Cole Raines said good internet connection is difficult to find downtown. “The number one thing I hear from people is that cell signal in downtown is a barrier for navigation....
Person identified in deadly Lee Co., Va. crash
LEE CO., Va. (WYMT) - (Update - 5/20/24): Officials with Virginia State Police (VSP) released the name of the person killed in a one-vehicle crash in Lee County, Virginia. Officials said Nancy A. Pauley, of Jonesville, Virginia, died at the scene. (Original Story - 5/17/24): One person has died following...
Lady Lions enter district tourney on four-game winning streak
Staff Report Rachel Howard pitched a four-hitter with 14 strikeouts as Pineville closed its regular season schedule Thursday with a 4-0 win over visiting Middlesboro. Malley Smith led the Pineville offense with an RBI triple. Howard, Monica Whitehead, Kameran Evans, Isabella Adams, Addison Slone and Rayanna Maiden added singles. Howard, Adams and Whitehead also had […] The post Lady Lions enter district tourney on four-game winning streak appeared first on Middlesboro News.
Middlesboro Hobby Lobby now open
The new Hobby Lobby store in Middlesboro opened on Friday, May 10. The Middlesboro store is Hobby Lobby’s 21st location in Kentucky. Jordan Hipsher is the store manager of the 50,000 square-foot retail facility located at 905 N. 12th Street in Middlesboro at the former JC Penney location at the Middlesboro Mall. Hobby Lobby has […] The post Middlesboro Hobby Lobby now open appeared first on Claiborne Progress.
HC’s Day signs with Cumberlands to join wrestling program
Brought to you by Harlan County Sports. Harlan County High School senior Victoria Day made history on Thursday as the first HCHS wrestler to sign with a college program with her decision to attend the University of the Cumberlands. Competing in the 120-pound weight division, Day placed fourth in the regional tournament and was named […] The post HC’s Day signs with Cumberlands to join wrestling program appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Three from MHS sign to cheer at LMU
It was a big day for the Middlesboro High School Cheerleading program as three seniors from MHS signed their National Letters of Intent to cheer at Lincoln Memorial University. Ryleigh Ausmus, Alexis Marsee and Shelby Vaughn will all be cheering on the Railsplitters next season. “This is a very special day. I’ve known these three […] The post Three from MHS sign to cheer at LMU appeared first on Middlesboro News.
Bell completes perfect mark against district competition in regular season
Staff Report Bell County went from winless to unbeaten in district competition over the course of one season, completing a 6-0 mark this year with a 10-6 win Monday over visiting Middlesboro. Cooper Brock led the Bell offense with a triple and two singles. Blake Burnett, Hayden Carroll and Hunter Fuson added two singles each. […] The post Bell completes perfect mark against district competition in regular season appeared first on Middlesboro News.
5 Ky. women awarded STEM scholarship honoring legacy of Carol Barr
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - The path for young women pursuing careers in STEM isn’t always simple, but thanks to scholarships provided by the American Heart Association and the Carol Barr Research and STEM Fund, five young women from eastern Kentucky will have it a little easier. “It’s really exciting...
New Tazewell BMA approved first reading of ‘24-’25 budget
The New Tazewell Board of Mayor & Aldermen approved the first reading of the fiscal year 2024-25 budget during last week’s meeting. The budget includes a $2 per hour increase in pay for workers at the city pool at an estimated total increase of $15,000, the purchase and equipping of a new Dodge Charger as […] The post New Tazewell BMA approved first reading of ‘24-’25 budget appeared first on Claiborne Progress.
Harlan Dessert Week returns
HARLAN, Ky. (WYMT) - It is not too late to grab a special sweet treat in Harlan County. Eight businesses are participating in Harlan Tourist Convention and Commission’s annual Dessert Week, putting together unique creations on several types of desserts. “We always have Harlan’s Dessert Week during May and...
Gooch switches gears to join PGA Championship field
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Talor Gooch wasn’t planning to be at Valhalla this week. He and his wife, Ally, had scheduled a trip to Las Vegas to take advantage of a break in the LIV Tour schedule. Then Gooch checked his inbox and found an invitation to the PGA Championship. Just a simple note. No […]
Search warrant results in drug trafficking arrest
A man and woman are facing charges including drug trafficking after allegedly being found in possession of methamphetamine when police executed a search warrant in the Cawood community. Marco Hopkins, 43, of Evarts, and Teai Skidmore, 32, of Cranks, were arrested by the Harlan County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) on May 7. According to a press […] The post Search warrant results in drug trafficking arrest appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Owens will continue basketball career at Southwest Virginia
Brought to you by Harlan County Sports. With a freshman at point guard in 2021 and numerous other young players in key spots, the Harlan Lady Dragons posted an 8-15 mark. As Emma Owens grew in her role, the Lady Dragons continued to improve, going from 9-18 in 2022 to 11-18 in 2023. As a […] The post Owens will continue basketball career at Southwest Virginia appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
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