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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

Louisville Public Media

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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 · 1d

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Pike man charged with assaulting neighbor with large stick

PIKEVILLE, Ky. — A Pike County man is facing a felony charge for allegedly attacking a neighbor with a large stick. A state trooper was called Thursday morning to the Veterans Transitional Housing Center on Douglas Parkway over a report of two residents fighting. The person who reported the incident said the two men had gotten into a fight the evening before, and that one of the men, 48-year-old Killis Jones, went back to the other’s apartment that morning to assault him again.

Pike County, KY · 9h

Lexington Herald-Leader

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Why NBC's TODAY show was in this tiny Eastern KY town to ‘tell America's story.'

A crew from NBC’s TODAY show on Friday was at Tomahawk in Martin County to document the “area’s rich musical heritage, strong community spirit, and commitment to cultural learning,” said James Leon Webb, President and Board Chairman of Stidham Old Time Music Association. “Their visit to the Stidham Old Time Music Association and James Webb Musical Repair and Sales will highlight the value of preserving old-time music traditions, enjoying hands-on musical fun, and attending a community jam at the music shop.” Webb said the show also would visit Martin County High School to feature the Pick and Bow after-school program. Entertainment Weekly reported in September that Harry Smith, 75, was set to host a new on-air segment called “Common Good” that will feature stories across “TODAY,” “NBC Nightly News,” and live events that air on NBC News. “I am thrilled to have the opportunity to do what I have done for so long: tell America’s story,” Smith told People in a statement. “I have long believed that there is more that unites us than divides us. It’s in our bones. It’s part of America’s DNA.” The air date wasn’t immediately available Friday morning, and representatives from TODAY didn’t immediately provide

Martin County, KY · 11h

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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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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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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 · 2d

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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 · 2d

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Johnson man pleads guilty in armed drug trafficking case

ASHLAND, Ky. — A Johnson County man has entered a guilty plea to charges associated with armed drug trafficking. Brian “Butterbean” Charles, 43, of Thelma, was arrested after Kentucky State Police conducted a drug raid at his home July 7 and seized 3 lbs. of meth, 28 grams of fentanyl, eight handguns, a shotgun and more than $23,000 in cash.

Johnson 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 · 15h

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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 · 1d

LEX18 News

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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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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 · 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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UPike becomes first Kentucky college designated as Heart Safe School

PIKEVILLE, Ky. — The University of Pikeville has become the first college campus in Kentucky to receive Heart Safe School recognition for its efforts to prepare students, faculty and staff to respond to sudden cardiac arrest. The designation follows UPike’s collaboration with the American Heart Association and Project ADAM...

Pikeville, KY · 15h

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Dominion Realty Group Celebrates Grand Opening in Paintsville

PAINTSVILLE, Ky. (WSIP) – Dominion Realty Group officially celebrated its opening in downtown Paintsville Wednesday morning with a ribbon-cutting ceremony hosted by the Paintsville/Johnson County Chamber of Commerce. The new business is located at 209 Main Street in Paintsville, with Jared May serving as Principal Broker. Dominion Realty Group...

Paintsville, 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 · 2d

The Hazard Herald

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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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KHSAA Football Playoffs Underway; Letcher Central Visits Knox Central Tonight as Mountain Teams Begin Postseason Play

The opening round of the KHSAA high school football playoffs got underway with 2 games played last night. In Class 3A the Letcher County Central Cougars will open the playoffs tonight on the road in Barbourville against the Knox Central Panthers. We’ll bring you the LCC-Knox Central game live tonight...

Whitesburg, KY · 16h