Bell County News

03/10/2022

28/09/2022

24/09/2022

09/09/2022

Congratulations to our players of the week! Good luck on the road tonight. The Bobcats will take on Lincoln County at Lincoln County tonight at 7:30pm.

08/09/2022

Queen Elizabeth II died Thursday at her Balmoral country estate in Scotland at age 96. Elizabeth was the longest-serving monarch in Britain's history.

08/09/2022

On August 25, 2022 Kentucky State Police, Post 10 Harlan received a call from a family reporting an individual missing from the Totz community of Harlan County. Trooper Matthew Abner responded and began an investigation. Initial investigation indicates Elgon Jr Partin (29) of Totz Was last seen leaving his parents residence in late July. Mr. Partin is described as a white male, 5’9, 143 pounds with blue eyes and brown hair. Mr. Partin has a tattoo on his chest of a monster emblem and a tattoo on his collarbone that’s says Family first. Unknown if Mr. Partin has a vehicle or last known description of clothing. Anyone with the information on the whereabouts of Mr. Partin is urge to contact Post 10 Harlan at 606-573-3131.

01/09/2022

29/08/2022

Please help us in welcoming our newest Associate Anissa. She has experience as a coffee expert

28/08/2022

We like to highlight our deputies when we receive messages from the public.

From KFB:
"I would like to give a grateful shout out to Officer Poindexter! He stopped when my husband's truck ended up spinning into the median on 25E. He then came back 30 minutes later....just as he said he would....to stop traffic for my husband to pull the truck out of the median! This was the kindest Officer I have ever had the pleasure of dealing with! I want to thank him for his kindness and I wanted you all to know what an extraordinary Officer you have on your team!!!"

23/08/2022

Let’s talk roundabout! The city of Middlesboro is getting one, because the federal government determined ( according to crash data) that Wi******er and 30th which is a state highway controlled by the state, was a high crash area according to data they have.

Do we need one? Probably not, but we’re going to get one anyway. There is no city money used, it is federal safety money, and they have the say.

Does anyone else close have one? London Kentucky has one and it is working beautifully according to city officials. They even have semi trucks on theirs. There might be some early growing pains, but we must give it a chance, or we can always take an alternate route.

09/08/2022

Roundabout Construction Project Set to Begin Wednesday, August 17 at the intersection of KY 2079 and KY 2401 in Middlesboro

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists that construction is set to begin on a roundabout project located at the intersection of KY 2079 and KY 2401 in Middlesboro beginning Wednesday, August 17.

Signing of the project is expected to begin on Wednesday, August 17 with plans to close the intersection Monday, August 22 at 7 a.m.

The intersection will be closed to traffic for a duration of 30 days, with traffic following signed detours. Roundabout construction is expected to be completed by Wednesday, September 21 at 7 a.m.

KYTC asks motorists to be aware of the work zone, expect delays, and to utilize safe driving habits when traveling through the area.

The date, time, and duration of work may be adjusted if inclement weather or other unforeseen delays occur. Motorists can access travel and traffic conditions at http://goky.ky.gov or contribute their reports at www.waze.com or via the Waze mobile application. You can also get traffic information for District 11 counties at www.facebook.com/KYTCDistrict11 or by following us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/KYTCDistrict11.

02/08/2022

Thank you Scott Warren for this amazing photo and a big thank you to Tim Short of Middlesboro for providing these beautiful Bell County Blue vehicles!

02/08/2022

2022 Bell County Football Team Official Photo!
📷 Scott Warren Photography

01/08/2022

Bell County School District employees and board members met at Bell County High School this morning for 22-23 Opening Day for staff. The employees who had perfect attendance during the 21-22 school year were recognized and presented a plaque by Superintendent, Tom Gambrel.
pictured left to right: Kevin Partin-Bus Driver, John Partin-Bus Driver, Christopher Partin-Bus Driver, Mark Woolum-Bus Driver, Sean Leathers-Full Time Substitute Teacher, Rose Davis-Bus Monitor, Katie Jarvis-Teacher(Yellow Creek), Jerilyn Baker-Bus Monitor and Clay Carroll-Bus Driver and Teacher(Bell Central) not pictured-
Dr. Mitch Bailey-Director of Special Education
Congratulations to all of the recipients!

29/07/2022

Yesterday at approximately 10AM the Bell County Rescue Squad was requested mutual aid by Ky Emergency Management to respond to the Letcher County area to provide swiftwafer rescue to the area. The rescue squad provided a 3 man crew and 2 boats and was paired with The City Of Harlan Fire Dept upon arrival. The crews have since returned home.

Please keep those affected in your prayers.

29/07/2022

25/07/2022

23/07/2022

18/07/2022

Bell County's Community Level is in the High Level (Red). It is recommended by the CDC:

1. Stay up to date with vaccinations
2. Wear well-fitting masks in all indoor public settings including
K-12 schools
3. Stay home when sick. Follow isolation & quarantine guidance,
including getting tested if exposed or have symptoms of
COVID-19
4. Limit indoor in=person gatherings and reduce size of
gatherings. Encourage physical distancing
5. High risk persons: Talk to your healthcare provider about
preventative treatments

15/07/2022

We have been talking to representatives from Delta Natural Gas Company. They have informed me they have every intention of reopening the office. They are currently interviewing employees for office positions here in Middlesboro. We will keep you updated when we find out more information.

14/07/2022

11/07/2022