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Coroner confirms animal remains found in Kentucky home

An investigation is underway after possible human remains were found at a Paintsville home.

Paintsville, KY · 1d

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Funeral arrangements announced for UPike professor, assistant dean

PIKEVILLE, Ky. — The University of Pikeville community is in mourning following the death of a popular professor. Dr. Chandra Massner, assistant dean of the College of Arts & Sciences and a professor of communications, died on Sunday. Current and former students paid tribute to her in social media...

Pikeville, KY · 3d
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WEKU

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State agency opens 1,300 new acres of public lands in Southern and Eastern Kentucky

The new public lands are open in time for the modern-gun deer season.

Kentucky · 1d

Whiskey Riff

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Before The Fame: Watch A 16-Year-Old Tyler Childers Belt It Out In A Local Kentucky Talent Show

Tyler Childers was destined to be the country star that he is today. Need proof? Just watch this vintage footage of the Kentucky native competing in a talent contest when he was a teenager. It’s always great to see videos of country music stars before they hit it big, and this clip is no exception. Below you’ll see a video of a 16-year-old Childers singing what I’m assuming is an original song (props to him for penning this one at […] The post Before The Fame: Watch A 16-Year-Old Tyler Childers Belt It Out In A Local Kentucky Talent Show first appeared on Whiskey Riff .

Lawrence County, KY · 3d

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Kentucky jail no longer directly accepting inmate mail

JOHNSON COUNTY, Ky. (WKYT) - A regional jail in eastern Kentucky is no longer directly accepting personal mail for its inmates. The Big Sandy Regional Detention Center in Johnson County announced Friday in a social media post last Friday that all personal letters must now be sent to a designated address: P.O. Box 247 in Phoenix, Missouri, postal code 21131.

Johnson County, KY · 3d

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Why Grayson, KY may never have a Walmart… (and why it’s okay)

One of the most common things I see people in this town asking for is a Walmart. It’s something I’ve never fully understood, for several reasons. For one, our nearest Walmart is only 15–20 minutes away. It’s literally about 10 miles from town, and if you can’t make the drive, you can even have groceries delivered to your house, including in places like Hitchins.

Grayson, KY · 2d

Mingo Messenger

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Mingo County natives pursue careers in law

Two Mingo County natives are building legal careers after educational journeys shaped by family, teachers and a desire to serve others. Sierra Dotson, a 2020 graduate of Mingo Central High School, earned a bachelor’s degree in history and political science, summa cum laude, from the University of Pikeville in 2023. She earned her Juris Doctorate from the West Virginia University College of Law in May 2026.

Mingo County, WV · 1d

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Tug Valley Athletic Hall of Fame inducts five in Class of 2026

NAUGATUCK, W.Va. — Five former Tug Valley High School athletes and coaches who helped shape the Panthers’ sports history were honored Oct. 30 during the Tug Valley Athletic Hall of Fame and Museum’s Class of 2026 induction ceremony. The ceremony took place in the TVHS cafeteria before...

Naugatuck, WV · 3d

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A WVU Army ROTC Cadet From a Coal Town Finds a Uniform, a Passport and a Camera

From his shrinking West Virginia hometown, Ayden Norcross assumed his future lay under the hood of other people’s cars or in the crawl space of other people’s homes, as an auto mechanic or HVAC technician, with enough steady pay to continue fueling his passion — filming silly YouTube videos.

Morgantown, WV · 1d

FOX 56

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Former Lexington basketball coach passes on knowledge, experience with new book

Pikeville native and former local basketball coach Murray Garvin is passing on knowledge and experience with his new book, "It’s Bigger Than Ball: A Coach’s Journey."

Lexington, KY · 12h

WOWK 13 News

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Mingo County residents describe decades of water problems as state announces new infrastructure funding

GILBERT, W.Va. (WOWK) – As West Virginia officials announce millions of dollars in water infrastructure investments, some residents along Gilbert Creek Road in Mingo County said they are still waiting for access to public water after decades of relying on private sources. For 72-year-old Sherry Cline, a lifelong resident of Gilbert Creek Road, problems with […]

Mingo County, WV · 3d

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West Virginia Rural Health Association recognizes healthcare professionals, city officials as part of annual conference

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — Mountain State healthcare professionals were recognized by the West Virginia Rural Health Association for their efforts to help patients in rural communities. Educators and students that have both graduated and are attending classes at the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine were recognized along with professionals...

West Virginia · 16h

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Varsity football demolishes Boyd County 50-0

Last Friday, Nov. 6, the Highlands Bluebirds played their first game of the playoffs against Boyd County High School, holding down the Fort with a 50-0 win. Offensively, Highlands had 109 rushing yards and 265 passing yards. Quarterback Bryce Armstrong (10) completed 4 of 6 pass attempts for 118 yards,...

Fort Thomas, KY · 3d

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REGIONAL NEWS NOVEMBER 11TH, 2026

Ashland, Ky -The founder of Addiction Recovery Care, Tim Robinson Jr., is asking a federal judge to move his upcoming criminal trial from Ashland to Covington. Robinson, who faces wire fraud and money laundering charges, argues that years of intense local media coverage, including reports on ARC facility closures and Medicaid fraud allegations will prevent him from getting a fair jury in Ashland. His trial is scheduled to begin February 2nd.

Ashland, KY · 1d

WVNS

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WVDEP and WV Dept. of Health seeking applicants for Water is Medicine

CHARLESTON, WV (WVNS) — The West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection and the West Virginia Department of Health opened applications for the Water is Medicine funding opportunity following Governor Patrick Morrisey’s announcement in McDowell County on November 4, 2026. The program is aimed at expanding access to water testing and filtration as well as installation […]

West Virginia · 1d

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Huntington businessman DuRon Jackson makes West Virginia political history

HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — DuRon Jackson is the newly-elected senator from District 5, which covers Cabell County and part of Wayne County. "The bread isn't going to bake itself, so you got to do the work," Jackson said. It's a phrase well-suited for someone in the food industry and...

West Virginia · 1d

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State Representative-Elect believes broadcasting career helped his campaign

PRESTONSBURG, Ky. (WYMT) - Tanner Hesterberg flipped the 95th District House seat red last week, and no Democrats will now represent Eastern Kentucky in the state legislature. Hesterberg lives in Prestonsburg and has a law office in Pikeville. But he started his career after college as a reporter and anchor at WYMT in 2012.

Prestonsburg, KY · 1d

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Aesthetic Haus to celebrate Grayson location with Open Haus event

GRAYSON, Ky. — Residents of Grayson and surrounding communities will have an opportunity to get acquainted with Aesthetic Haus and explore its services during an upcoming “Open Haus” event at the business’s Grayson location. The event, slated for Sunday, Nov. 15, will offer an opportunity for...

Grayson, KY · 2d

Mother Jones

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Democrats Finally Lost Their Last State House Seat in Rural Kentucky

Get your news from a source that’s not owned and controlled by oligarchs. Sign up for the free Mother Jones Daily. Eastern Kentucky Democrats used to brag that when the 1972 results came in, Richard Nixon had won nearly everywhere except for Massachusetts and Floyd County. It’s been a...

Kentucky · 3d