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CLINTWOOD, Va. (WJHL) — Families facing food insecurity in Southwest Virginia can attend a distribution event on Nov. 19 at the Dickenson Center for Education and Research to receive all the things needed to prepare a Thanksgiving meal for free. According to a news release from the Health Wagon, it has partnered with Feeding Southwest […]
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.
PRESTONBURG, Ky. (WKYT) - A judge has granted summary judgment dismissing local government agencies and officials from a wrongful death lawsuit filed by the family of Amber Spradlin. Judge John F. Vincent has ruled that several of the defendants are shielded by sovereign and statutory immunity. Spradlin was found stabbed...
Bullet holes from a 1920 shootout still mark the brick walls of one small West Virginia town. They are real, they are still there, and you can walk right up to them. A few steps away, a tiny nonprofit museum explains how those marks got there. It covers striking coal miners, hired company detectives, and a showdown on a spring day that changed American labor history.
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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...
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...
The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources opened two wildlife management areas Wednesday, Nov. 4, adding 1,337 acres in eastern and southern Kentucky. Crow Creek in Clinton and Cumberland counties and Muddygut near Lowmansville offers deer, turkey and small game hunting, according to the department. Hunting at both properties...
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.
Some Eastern Kentucky races were decided by margins of fewer than 50 votes.
Northern Virginia is the largest data center market in the world, which is a lot of servers for one corner of one state. Drive to Buchanan County in the southwest, and fewer households have broadband and more of your neighbors are 65 or older. Here’s how Northern Virginia compares with...
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.”
The West Virginia Public Service Commission issued an order on Oct. 21 to the Mingo County PSD as part of the PSC’s ongoing investigation into the water utility’s management that first began in January 2025. On Jan. 15, 2025, the PSC launched a general investigation to determine whether...
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...
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...
It’s Election Day in Harlan County, and voters are to decide who will win in several key races.
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?’...
Jason Golden: 96 (Write-In) Paintsville City Council:(Top 6 Elected)
MINGO COUNTY, W.Va. (WSAZ) – Two counties in Southern West Virginia are set for water infrastructure upgrades. On Wednesday, Gov. Patrick Morrisey announced a $3.2 million initiative for water filtration in McDowell and Mingo counties. Nearly $1.2 million will come from a federal Rural Health Transformation Program, while the...
LONDON — Lawrence County defeated North Laurel 35-14 in a late-season non-district game on Tuesday, Oct. 27. The Bulldogs rushed 38 times for 277 yards and four touchdowns. Cavin Williams rushed 11 times for 126 yards and two touchdowns in Lawrence County’s win. In a similar rushing performance, Kaden Johnson took 16 carries for 122 yards and two touchdowns, aiding the Bulldogs offensively.
