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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

FOX 56

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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

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PCSO: Hazard man assaulted woman with shovel, arrested on felony charge

A Hazard man is facing a felony assault charge after, the Perry County Sheriff's Office said, he assaulted a woman with a shovel. According to an arrest citation, on Oct. 27, the sheriff's office responded to Peavley Street at Wabaco to a report of an assault. Upon arrival, the citation...

Hazard, KY · 14h

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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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Eastern Kentucky Freeze Threat: Temperatures Near 24° Saturday

A cold front brings frost, freezing temperatures and patchy fog before a warmup next week.

Jackson, KY · 20h

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Residents urged to lock doors after pair flees Morgan County juvenile justice center

Morgan County residents are being urged to keep their doors and windows locked as authorities continue searching for two who walked away from the Woodsbend Youth Development Center.

Morgan County, KY · 9h

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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

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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

WEKU

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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 · 16h

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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

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

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

The Hazard Herald

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Week 11 High School Prep preview: Lincoln County at Perry Central

Who: Lincoln County (2-8) at Perry Central (5-5) Kickoff: Friday, November 6 at 7:00 p.m. Location: Keith Pray Field, Hazard. Coaches: Lincoln County, Levi Rogers. Perry Central, Mark Dixon. Perry Central is set to host Lincoln County in the opening round of the 2026 KHSAA Class 4A Football State Playoffs...

Stanford, KY · 1d