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02/09/2025

WSGS Flashback: On February 9, 1988, a unique two-story McDonald's opened its doors on East Main Street in Hazard. This distinctive restaurant was one of only a handful in the United States. Take a look at the retro sign advertising 29-cent hamburgers! Today, the building has been repurposed as the home of the Hazard Police Department.

02/09/2025

Some of Hazard's streets were transformed into muddy quagmires by snow and rain in 1917. While downtown streets had been upgraded with macadam, many other roads were nearly impassable.

Residents of areas like Backwoods struggled to reach town, often having to trudge through knee-deep mud. The community eagerly anticipated the construction of residential sidewalks.

Hazard had been dealing with the mud for years as is evident in this 1913 newspaper article.

"One particular noticeable thing about Hazard is the mud, mud, mud! Shallow mud, deep mud; in fact the streets are all mud. Generally speaking, things are altogether lovely in Hazard, except the mud.” Jackson Times 1913

02/09/2025

Perry Central's Trayten Woods took home WSGS Player-of-the-Game honors after scoring 23 points in the Commodores' 61-53 win over Letcher Central.

Woods credited his team's success to their defensive and rebounding efforts. “That’s the biggest thing with us because we’re small. We have to be scrappy and get after loose balls,” Woods told WSGS.

02/08/2025

WSGS Sports: Video Playback - Perry Central vs. Letcher Central (Boys’ Basketball) February 8, 2025.

02/08/2025

Hazard Coach Al Holland with WSGS Broadcaster Greg Napier at the Boys All A State Basketball Tournanent in Owensboro where the Bulldogs advanced to the semi-finals.

02/08/2025

WSGS & WZQQ are broadcasting from the Castle in Hazard today. Pictured are Michael Dwayne and Chasity Neace with the Castle.

02/08/2025

Twenty-one years ago today, February 8, 2004 - the Hazard Bulldogs made history by winning the Boy's All A State Basketball Tournament. They defeated Bishop Brossart 43-38 in a thrilling matchup broadcast on WSGS, with John McIntyre and Danny Hall providing the play-by-play.

Lamar Williams, the tournament MVP, led Hazard with a standout performance of 13 points and 10 rebounds. Eric Mullins added 9 points, while Parker Carter contributed 7. Derrick Rhoden, Bishop Brossart's 7-foot senior center, put up an impressive 16 points and 10 rebounds.

This victory marked Hazard's third state title, following their Sweet 16 championships in 1932 and 1955. The game came down to the wire, with Bishop Brossart having several late chances to take the lead before Hazard sealed the win with the final four points.

02/08/2025

Thirty-two years ago today, February 7, 1993 - Dilce Combs made history by winning the boy's championship in the All "A" Classic high school basketball tournament. The thrilling game, broadcast on WSGS, came down to the wire when Cavanaugh Trent sunk a 10-foot shot with just six seconds left in overtime, securing a 68-67 victory over Fulton County.

Trent's clutch shot capped off an impressive 20-point performance. "This is unbelievable," he exclaimed in a post-game interview. "I just remember releasing the shot and watching it go through."

Heston Beverly led Dilce Combs with 24 points and was named the tournament's Most Valuable Player by the media. "We never thought we'd return home as champions," Beverly said, still in awe.

This championship victory came a couple of years before Dilce Combs merged with M.C. Napier to form Perry County Central High School.

Coach Charles Minks called the experience "unbelievable," capping off his 20-year coaching career, including 15 years at Red Bird. "I never dreamed I'd coach a state championship team," he said.

02/08/2025

Bell County senior guard Lauren McGeorge earned WSGS Player-of-the-Game honors after leading her Lady Cats to a 64-43 victory over Leslie County on Friday. McGeorge dominated the game with 23 points and 7 steals, showcasing exceptional leadership on the court. After Leslie County narrowed the gap to 41-37, McGeorge took charge, sinking several clutch three-pointers to spark a decisive 19-0 run, securing the win for Bell County.

02/08/2025

Congratulations to Leslie County's Jacob Pitts, named WSGS Player-of-the-Game after the Eagles' 83-66 victory over Ligon on Friday. Pitts scored 12 points and had 8 rebounds.

02/08/2025

WSGS Sports: Leslie County vs. Ligon (Boys’ Basketball) February 7, 2025.

02/08/2025

02/07/2025

WSGS Sports: Video - Leslie Coubty vs. Bell County (Girls’ Basketball) February 7, 2025.

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02/07/2025

Hazard's Main Street has undergone a significant transformation over the years. In the not-so-distant past, horses and wagons dominated the street. Although it's now a rare sight, a horse and buggy can still be spotted downtown on occasion, typically during special events and celebrations.

02/07/2025

School Information for Friday Feb 7, 2025

Barbourville Independent Closed
Bell County Closed-ILLNESS
Knott County Delayed 1 Hour
Knox County Closed
Lawrence County Closed
Leslie County Closed
Letcher County Closed
Middlesboro Ind-NTI
Perry County Closed
Red Bird Christian Closed-ILLNESS

02/07/2025

Perry Central's Mason Sumner earned WSGS Player-of-the-Game honors after his team's convincing 78-38 win over Buckhorn tonight. Sumner credited his team's strong work ethic, saying, "We knew we had to come out and play hard." The team's impressive outside shooting was a key factor, with 14 three-pointers made. According to Sumner, their success stems from a focus on teamwork and selflessness, noting, "We work on passing the ball a lot...we know we can't be selfish because we're small."

02/07/2025

Next time you're sipping coffee at the Hazard Coffee Company or shopping for toys at Ready Set Play, take a moment to appreciate the rich history surrounding you. The beautifully restored building has been home to several notable businesses, including the Thrifty Shop and the law offices of Hollon & Collins. Take a step back in time with this 1953 photo of the building's facade.

02/07/2025

Congratulations to Perry Central's Brooklyn Cornett, named WSGS Player-of-the-Game on Friday. She led her team to a 69-29 victory over Buckhorn, scoring 16 points. She credits a strong defensive effort as the key to their success, an area they've been working on.