08/22/2024
PRESTONSBURG — One of the top young high school basketball recruits in Kentucky has received his first official NCAA Division 1 offer from Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi.
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PRESTONSBURG — One of the top young high school basketball recruits in Kentucky has received his first official NCAA Division 1 offer from Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi.
Community members, middle school students, the University of Pikeville Men’s Soccer Team and city officials gathered Aug. 17 to aid the city with a cleanup of the downtown area. Attendees helped pick up any garbage and helped pull weeds.
Community members, middle school students, the University of Pikeville Men’s Soccer Team and city officials gathered Aug. 17 to aid the city with a cleanup of the downtown area. Attendees
Floyd County Tourism discussed the completion of the Banner Allen boat ramp and their attendance at the Kentucky State Fair at their Aug. 13 regular meeting.
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Gov. Andy Beshear announced Aug. 15 the award of more than $23 million to six cities, seven counties and one school board in communities affected by the devastating floods of 2022.
Gov. Andy Beshear announced Aug. 15 the award of more than $23 million to six cities, seven counties and one school board in communities affected by the devastating floods of
The three men charged with crimes related to the murder of Amber Spradlin as well as the alleged coverup entered not guilty pleas on Aug. 19 to superseding indictments adding a count of complicity to tampering with evidence for each man.
The three men charged with crimes related to the murder of Amber Spradlin as well as the alleged coverup entered not guilty pleas on Aug. 19 to superseding indictments adding
The Craft Academy for Excellence in Science & Mathematics at Morehead State University has announced the members of the Class of 2026.
The American Electric Power Foundation announced in an Aug. 6 statement the awarding of $36,000 in grants that support equitable educational opportunities for students interested in enrolling in the lineworker certificate program at one of three Ken…
The American Electric Power Foundation announced in an Aug. 6 statement the awarding of $36,000 in grants that support equitable educational opportunities for students interested in enrolling in the lineworker
Two Floyd County residents have been charged as Kentucky State Police’s Ma*****na Suppression Branch conducted aerial operations.
Thirteen of Kentucky’s 71 rural inpatient hospitals are at risk of closing, and six of those are at immediate risk of closing, according to the latest analysis of Hospital Cost Reports by the Center for Healthcare Quality and Payment Reform, a polic…
Thirteen of Kentucky’s 71 rural inpatient hospitals are at risk of closing, and six of those are at immediate risk of closing, according to the latest analysis of Hospital Cost
Floyd County Schools has announced the launch of the Floyd County Early College Academy for the 2024-2025 school year.
A Floyd man, who was sought by police as part of a death investigation, has been arrested and is facing charges including murder.
Two men were arrested recently after they were allegedly found in separate cases to be trafficking in narcotics such as methamphetamine and he**in.
Wayland mayor Jerry Fultz is currently in the process of trying to set up a meeting with CSX, in order to make progress on the city’s drainage project to prevent future flooding. The current question revolves around who owns the pipe in the ground, …
Wayland mayor Jerry Fultz is currently in the process of trying to set up a meeting with CSX, in order to make progress on the city’s drainage project to prevent
A Grethel man was arrested on numerous felony charges after, Floyd County Sheriff’s deputies said, he attempted to break into a residence while intoxicated and armed with a knife.
The City of Prestonsburg and Big Sandy Community and Technical College signed a memorandum of agreement (MOA) on Aug. 8 at the Mountain Arts Center. This year marks the ninth year of the agreement.
The City of Prestonsburg and Big Sandy Community and Technical College signed a memorandum of agreement (MOA) on Aug. 8 at the Mountain Arts Center. This year marks the ninth
Prestonsburg golfers competed in the 2024 PIT at StoneCrest over the weekend.
Another successful Inclusion Revolution was held Saturday, Aug. 10 at Rosenberg Square. This marks the last of the summer series which was traditionally then end for the year, but the group has plans to continue on with the monthly open mic night th…
Another successful Inclusion Revolution was held Saturday, Aug. 10 at Rosenberg Square. This marks the last of the summer series which was traditionally then end for the year, but the
Floyd County voters will get a chance to decide in November whether businesses will be allowed to sell medical ma*****na in the county.
Floyd Central High School hosted the 2024 Floyd County Professional Development Academy on Aug. 1 and Aug. 2. This two-day event brought together the entire staff of certified employees for comprehensive training sessions designed to equip them with…
Floyd Central High School hosted the 2024 Floyd County Professional Development Academy on Aug. 1 and Aug. 2. This two-day event brought together the entire staff of certified employees for
A superseding indictment handed down Aug. 14 in connection with the murder of Amber Spradlin has added an eighth count of complicity to tampering with physical evidence against the man accused of murdering her and the two men who allegedly tried to …
A superseding indictment handed down Aug. 14 in connection with the murder of Amber Spradlin has added an eighth count of complicity to tampering with physical evidence against the man
EASTERN — Floyd Central is set to visit 15th Region foe Pikeville for its opening match in the 2024 high school volleyball season on Tuesday, Aug. 20.
LEXINGTON — Floyd Central and Prestonsburg are tied for fourth in the KVCA Preseason Region 15 Top 5 Poll.
A hearing will be held Aug. 19 in Floyd Circuit Court in relation to a flurry of motions filed by defense attorneys in the criminal cases related to the murder and alleged coverup of the murder of Amber Spradlin in June 2023.
A hearing will be held Aug. 19 in Floyd Circuit Court in relation to a flurry of motions filed by defense attorneys in the criminal cases related to the murder
Appalachian Regional Healthcare announced in a statement it has named Jonathan Koonce the new CEO of Highlands ARH Regional Medical Center.
A state audit of the Floyd County Fiscal Court's financial statements for the fiscal year that ended June 30, 2023, contained five findings, including three concerning the Floyd County Detention Center.
A state audit of the Floyd County Fiscal Court's financial statements for the fiscal year that ended June 30, 2023, contained five findings, including three concerning the Floyd County Detention
Warehouse Church of Prestonsburg held a districtwide prayer for the upcoming school year on Aug. 11. Participants gathered at Prestonsburg High School, Betsy Layne High School and Floyd Central High School to create a circle of prayer.
Warehouse Church of Prestonsburg held a districtwide prayer for the upcoming school year on Aug. 11. Participants gathered at Prestonsburg High School, Betsy Layne High School and Floyd Central High
Kentucky’s largest provider of addiction treatment services, Addiction Recovery Care, or ARC, is the subject of an FBI investigation into possible health care fraud, according to a July 30 post on a website of the federal agency’s Louisville office…
Kentucky’s largest provider of addiction treatment services, Addiction Recovery Care, or ARC, is the subject of an FBI investigation into possible health care fraud, according to a July 30 post
A Floyd County man was arrested on several charges after allegedly leading Kentucky State Police, then Floyd County Sheriff's deputies on a pursuit.
The Prestonsburg High School boys' soccer team hosted its Soccerama on Aug. 3. The event features 20-minute matchups between several schools from throughout the region and state.
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Interview with Prestonsburg Coach Brandon Kidd after the Lady Blackcats' 43-32 win over Belfry in 15th Region quarterfinals.
Interview with Betsy Layne Head Coach Kory Thacker after the Lady Bobcats' 52-34 win over Phelps in the Super Region First Four round. The Lady Bobcats' season stays alive with the win as they will advance to Saturday to play in the Last Four round.