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Vera Jean Rickett, age 81, of Croley Camp Road, Williamsburg, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, October 4, 2026, at St. Joseph London. She was born on November 10, 1944, in Eagen, Tennessee, to the late William Martin Wilson and Beatrice (Anderson) Wilson. She was a devoted housewife and attended Gatliff Freewill Baptist Church where she had been a member for 52 years. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by four sisters, Edith Teague, Wilma Barnhill, Rucella Rose, and Phyllis Partin; six brothers, Johnny Wilson, Charles Wilson, James Wilson, Roger Wilson, Garfield Wilson and Leonard Wilson; and a son-in-law, Otis Delano Reeves. She was a loving wife of over...

Tina Lynn (Webb) Marlow, age 63, of the White Oak Community, Duff, Tennessee passed away Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at home. She was born October 11, 1963, in Jellico, Tennessee. Tina is preceded in death by her father, Lonnie Webb; mother, Wilma Darlene (Gibson) Lambdin; infant brother, Lonnie Wayne Webb; sister, Tammy Corbin; grandparents, Ben and Willie Gibson, Troy and Carrie Webb. She is survived by son, Keith Marlow and wife Kim; daughter, Kacey (Marlow) Douglas and husband Josh; bonus daughter, Viola Henegar and husband Coty; grandchildren, Gavin, Bryson, Jacob, Brayden, Declin and Weston; bonus grandchildren, Axel, Kailer, Kirra, Maia, Eliza and Trinity; brother, Johnny Webb; sister, Michiel Tidwell and husband...

Naomi Carolyn Stidham, born November 26, 1948, in Hazard, Kentucky, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, October 12, 2026, surrounded by the warmth of her loving husband and children. Carolyn was preceded in death by her mother, Clarissa Fugate; her brother, Eddie Fugate; and her loving mother-in-law and father-in-law, Juder and Sadie Stidham. She is survived by her loving husband of 57 years, James Stidham; her daughter, Jamie Davis (Stephen); her son, Jimmy Stidham (Crystal); five grandchildren: Charlie Davis (Erica), Zachary Davis (Courtney), Halia Stidham, Kaila Stidham and Alana Stidham; and four great-grandchildren: Elena Davis, Sadie Davis, Nora Davis and Naomi Davis. Her heart was always centered on home and...

Patricia Gail “Patty” Fore Bunch, age 59, of Williamsburg, Kentucky, passed away Sunday, October 11, 2026, at Baptist Health Corbin. She was born February 16, 1967, in Cincinnati, Ohio, to the late Clyde E. Meadors and Marcella Meadors. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband, John Fore; her father-in-law, William “Buck” Bunch; and her mother-in-law, Ollie Bunch. Patty dedicated many years of service as a phlebotomist and retired from Baptist Health Corbin. She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother who deeply loved her family. She is survived by her loving husband, Anthony “Tony” Bunch of Williamsburg, KY; five children: Amy Bunch of Keavy, KY,...

Louise Partin, age 97, of Williamsburg, KY, passed away Thursday, October 8, 2026 at the Greg and Noreen Wells Hospice Center in Hazard, KY. She was born June 4, 1929 in Bell County, KY. She was a graduate of Eastern Kentucky University. She spent her professional career as an elementary school teacher in both Bell County, KY, and Miamisburg, OH. She found teaching young children to read, the highlight of her career. Louise was preceded in death by her husband, Eldon Partin; parents, Andy and Myrtle Lowe; a brother, Wayland Lowe; and a sister, Jean Pruitt. She is survived by her son, Tim Partin (Tina); sister, Maxine Hatfield; brothers, Roy Lowe (Jeanne),...

Bobbie Sutton Huddleston, age 92, of Corbin, KY, passed away Saturday, October 10, 2026 at her home. She was born August 5, 1934 to Robert and Winona Partin Smith. Along with her parents she was preceded in death by her husbands, Rev. Robert Luster Sutton, Rev. Clifford Huddleston; two sons, Ron Huddleston, Carl Huddleston; and a daughter-in-law, Paula Clouse Sutton. She is survived by five children, Vonna Hutson (Phil) of Corbin, KY, Ronnie Sutton (Rhonda) of London, KY, Harold Huddleston (Jan) of Corbin, KY, Jenny Smith (Rev. Jabe) of Corbin, KY, Karen Lawless (Randy) of Corbin, KY; 11 grandchildren, Robert Sutton (Jackie), Melanie Sutton (Ryan Crook), Mike Hoskins (Annie), Jason Hutson...

Wilma (Marlow) Corner, age 71, of Tackett Creek (Duff), Tennessee passed away Sunday, October 04, 2026, at Beech Tree Manor. She was born April 27, 1955, in Jellico, Tennessee. Wilma is preceded in death by son, Russell Corner; father, Dee Marlow; mother, Mary (Eastridge) Marlow; brothers, Thurman, Arlie, Herman, Woodrow, Lester, Leslie and Jerry Marlow; sisters, Velma Webb and Kathy McClanahan; nieces, Jessica Marlow, Brenda Marlow; and nephews, Darryl Marlow, and Mike Marlow. She is survived by son, Eddie Dewayne Corner; like a daughter, Melissa Anne Marlow; grandchildren, Austin Corner, Angela Corner; sisters, Lois LeMarr and husband Roy, Vina Moore and husband Clarence; brother-in-law, Herman Webb; sisters-in-law, Billie Sue Marlow, Faye...

Carrie Mae King, 75, of Williamsburg, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, October 3, 2026, at St. Joseph Hospital in London, Kentucky. Carrie was a loving wife, a loving and gentle mother, and a caring presence to her family and those around her. She was known for her kind heart and gentle spirit. No matter what situation someone found themselves in, Carrie always seemed to have the best advice to offer. Her wisdom, love, and willingness to listen will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. She was a member of Calvary Holiness Church in Pineville, Kentucky. Carrie is survived by her husband, Eddie Joe King of Williamsburg; her daughter, Lisa...

Ricky Curnutt, 77, of Williamsburg, Kentucky, passed away peacefully at his home on October 3, 2026. Born on February 22, 1949, in Harlan, Kentucky, he was the son of the late Jimmie and Beulah Lumpkins Curnutt. Ricky dedicated himself to his education and career, earning a Bachelor of Science degree. A proud veteran, he went on to work for the Commonwealth of Kentucky in Mining Reclamation across the Middlesboro and London areas. Beyond his professional life, Ricky was known as a strong man of faith who was always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone in need. He leaves behind a vast and loving family to cherish his memory. He is...

Unemployment rates decreased in Whitley, Laurel, Knox, Bell and McCreary counties between July 2026 and August 2026, according to the Kentucky Center for Statistics (KYSTATS), an agency within the Kentucky Education and Labor Cabinet. Whitley County Whitley County’s unemployment rate decreased from 5.3 percent in July 2026 to 4.3 percent in August 2026. Whitley County’s August 2026 unemployment rate was 0.5 percent lower than the August 2025 unemployment rate. Laurel County Laurel County’s unemployment rate decreased from 6.2 percent in July 2026 to 5.2 percent in August 2026. Laurel County’s August 2026 unemployment rate was 0.1 percent lower than the August 2025 unemployment rate. Knox County Knox Cony’s unemployment rate decreased from 7.0 percent in...