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Inaugural Women in Business Dinner a success
A capacity crowd came out last week for the Bell County Chamber of Commerce’s Women in Business Dinner at the Rendezvous Event Center in Middlesboro. “The Women in Business Dinner was an incredible celebration of women’s achievements here in Bell County. We are incredibly thankful to everyone who joined us and contributed to making the […] The post Inaugural Women in Business Dinner a success appeared first on Middlesboro News.
Boy saved after truck rolls into Cumberland River
A tragedy was avoided along the Cumberland River last week thanks to Conservation Officer Derek Creech being in the right place at the right time, according to a post on the Department of Fish & Wildlife Law Enforcement Facebook page. Creech had just finished a routine compliance check and had a friendly conservation at the […] The post Boy saved after truck rolls into Cumberland River appeared first on Middlesboro News.
Middlesboro man causes standoff with police after barricading himself in Ferndale apartment
A Middlesboro man has been charged with burglary, terroristic threatening, disorderly conduct, menacing, resisting arrest, and criminal mischief after barricading himself in his wife’s residence Friday afternoon. According to a release from the Bell County Sheriff’s Department, Deputy Jody Risner and Chaplain Allen Sanders were dispatched to Ferndale Apartments in reference to 33-year-old Joshua Shane […] The post Middlesboro man causes standoff with police after barricading himself in Ferndale apartment appeared first on Middlesboro News.
Holland: Jesus is interceding on your behalf today
By Billy Holland Columnist Some individuals are healthier than others, but the uncomfortable facts reveal the human body is generally frail and vulnerable. I occasionally joke around with my Son-in-law about him being from another planet because he claims he’s never been sick, however, like the rest of us, there will come a day […] The post Holland: Jesus is interceding on your behalf today appeared first on Middlesboro News.
LMU names new president
HARROGATE, Tenn. (WYMT) - Administrators with Lincoln Memorial University have named their next president. Dr. Jason McConnell, who has served as the interim president since Jan. 1, will now fill the role on a full-time basis. McConnell is the 22nd president at the school. “I am deeply honored to serve...
HC star Noah reopens recruitment
Brought to you by Harlan County Sports. Harlan County all-state guard Trent Noah, who led the Bears to a state runner-up finish last month, announced Tuesday that he has requested and been granted a release from his National Letter of Intent with the South Carolina Gamecocks, perhaps opening an opportunity for him to join new […] The post HC star Noah reopens recruitment appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Blondell presented Leadership Award at Chamber’s Women in Business Dinner
Former Bell County Commonwealth’s Attorney Karen Greene Boondell received a surprise honor at last week’s Women in Business Dinner hosted by the Chamber of Commerce as she was presented with a Leadership Award. “The leadership award we bestow tonight is more than just a symbol of recognition; it is a testament to the unwavering commitment […] The post Blondell presented Leadership Award at Chamber’s Women in Business Dinner appeared first on Middlesboro News.
3 face drug trafficking charges
Police executed a search warrant at a Babs Arbor Street residence on Tuesday, leading to three individuals facing charges including drug trafficking after allegedly being found in possession of suspected illegal substances. David Ball, 39, of Cumberland, Eric Kleinteich, 34, of Cumberland, and Ashley Dean, 31, all of Cumberland, were arrested on May 1. According […] The post 3 face drug trafficking charges appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Roark: Pitch pine
By Steve Roark Columnist We have several pine species in our area, and one of the more uncommon ones is Pitch pine (Pinus rigida). It is mostly found on dry slopes and ridges in association with other pines and oaks. It has little commercial use today but was very useful in pioneering days. […] The post Roark: Pitch pine appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Godbey: Some things I cannot understand
By Jack Godbey Columnist I’ll admit that I spend too much time thinking about things that others just ignore. However, my brain doesn’t work that way. Case in point, I stopped at the store today to restock on beef jerky and pork rinds and a sign on the door read, “No shirt, no shoes, no […] The post Godbey: Some things I cannot understand appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Ex-boyfriend charged after assaulting woman, refusing to leave home
A Middlesboro man was charged with assault, burglary, unlawful imprisonment, tampering with physical evidence, and possession of a handgun by a convicted felon after refusing to leave his ex-girlfriend’s home. According to a release from the Bell County Sheriff’s Department, deputies were called to a Mills Hunter Road residence in Pineville where a woman’s ex-boyfriend, […] The post Ex-boyfriend charged after assaulting woman, refusing to leave home appeared first on Middlesboro News.
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