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Williamsburg Police arrested a man Saturday afternoon for second-offense or more failure to comply with sex offender registration. Whitley District Judge Fred White entered a not guilty plea for Roy Howington, 67, during his arraignment Monday. White scheduled a July 28 preliminary hearing in his case, appointed the public advocate’s office to represent Howington and set his bond at $7,500 cash. Williamsburg Police Officer Bryson Lawson arrested Howington about 1:20 p.m. at the homeless shelter, according to an arrest citation. Lawson and Officer Sabrina Lewis went to the homeless shelter about 1 p.m. to investigate a tip that Howington was living there and was a registered sex offender that was non-compliant, Lawson...

One Whitley County EMS worker was transported to the University of Kentucky Medical Center after a wreck Sunday afternoon, but no patients were on board when the accident occurred. The wreck happened shortly before 1 p.m. on US25W between Whitley County Intermediate School and the Whitley County High School main campus entrance. The ambulance was responding to a motor vehicle accident during the heavy storm when it hydroplaned coming down the hill. The ambulance jumped the curb and went down the hill coming to rest against a parked car, which had no one inside. A section of guardrail was damaged during the accident. One of the ambulance crew members was taken to U.K....

Somerset Community College has announced the names of students who have exemplified outstanding academic achievement and therefore have been placed on the President’s List and Dean’s List for the Spring 2025 semester that began on January 13, 2025, and ended on May 11, 2025. Both full-time students and part-time students qualified to have the opportunity to be placed on the President’s List and Dean’s List.   President’s List Students who maintain a current GPA of a 4.0, while completing a full-time course load (12 or more credit hours in courses numbered 100 level or above) will be named to the Full-time President’s List. Degree-seeking students who have earned at least 12 credit hours...

A number of college students with local ties have been named to the Dean’s List or President’s List of their respective schools.   Lincoln Memorial University (LMU) Spring 2025 Dean’s List Lincoln Memorial University has announced the Dean’s List for the spring semester for 2025, which includes Corbin’s Jordan St John, Erica Gray, Devika Patil, Sierra Taylor, Allison Huddleston and Madison Moore. Over 660 undergraduates were recognized for achieving high academic honors. To be placed on Dean’s List, the student must be a full-time undergraduate and have a 3.5 or higher grade-point-average for the semester. Lincoln Memorial University is a values-based learning community dedicated to providing educational experiences in the liberal arts and professional...

In 2020, Baptist Health established the Honor a Caregiver program as a heartfelt way to recognize the exceptional care provided by its dedicated staff. This program allows patients to express their gratitude by honoring caregivers through philanthropic contributions. It’s more than a thank you; it’s a meaningful tribute to those who make a difference in our community’s health. Sheri Ricci recently took the opportunity to honor three caregivers who touched her life deeply: Robin Arcure, Andrew Pennington and Heather Burchette. Reflecting on their impact, Sheri expressed her heartfelt appreciation, saying, “Robin, your compassion for your patients is immeasurable. Your kindness has touched my heart, showing genuine care beyond expectations.” To Heather, she...

Mark your calendars for July 26 as Corbin’s very first National Night Out event is ready to bring neighbors, kids, and local first responders together for a night of fun and food, all completely free. Brentley Patrick, who has proudly served our community for five years as a law enforcement officer, is leading the charge to make this an annual tradition, much like Nibroc. His goal? To show kids (and grown-ups, too) that our local police and first responders are friends you can count on. The evening promises something for everyone: a bouncy castle, tasty free food, vendor stalls to browse, and pickleball tournaments, with all proceeds going to...

Many years ago, James Paul began dreaming about helping launch a sports league where kids could come and play for no charge. He was coaching Little League at the time, but now, as an Associate Pastor at Restoration Ministries, he is getting the chance to see his longtime goal finally become a reality.   “This is a chance for people to come out and play, and for the community to get together and just have some fun,” said Paul, who also serves as the Director of Facilities for Restoration Ministries.   Paul said that about 120 kids and roughly 70 adults have signed up to participate in the league’s inaugural season, which kicked...

The Corbin Board of Education held a meeting on Tuesday, July 15 in the library at Corbin Elementary School, recognizing the departure of Corbin Superintendent Dave Cox, praising him for his success after 33 years, as well as recognizing Amy Floyd, representing Partners for Rural Impact (PRI), an organization that invests in and provides opportunities for rural youth. Dave Cox, Corbin Superintendent, was thanked for his long-standing leadership and contributions to Corbin Independent Schools (CIS) Carcille Burchette, member of the Corbin Board of Education, said, “The Corbin Board of Education recognizes your 33 years and one month of service as teacher, coach, principal, administrator, and superintendent of Corbin Independent Schools.” She continued...

The Whitley County Grand Jury handed down criminal abuse indictments against four people in connection with three separate cases Monday. The grand jury indicted Rebecca Trosper, 63, and Terry Trosper, 57, both of Corbin, charging them with two counts of first-degree criminal abuse. From Jan. 1, 2023, through April 9, 2025, the couple allegedly abused two children by placing them in a situation, which caused them to be in danger of death or serious physical injury, according to their indictments. In a separate case, the grand jury also indicted Steven R. Manus, 43, of Williamsburg, charging him with second-degree criminal abuse and fourth-degree assault. On May 17, Manus allegedly wantonly abused a teenager...

Whitley Circuit Judge Dan Ballou followed the plea agreements and sentenced a Corbin man Monday afternoon to a largely probated prison sentence for violating graves and drug possession. Dusten Powers, 41, pleaded guilty on May 13 to a charge of violating graves in one case, and first-degree possession of a controlled substance (methamphetamine) in a second case. On Nov. 5, 2024, Powers violated graves by knowingly and unlawfully removing ornaments placed upon graves in the Bark Camp Creek Cemetery, according to his indictment. Ballou sentenced Powers to a five-year prison sentence in the violating graves case but agreed to probated all but six months of that sentence as part of the plea...