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Second-half surge sends Knox Central past Letcher Central in playoff opener

BARBOURVILLE — Knox Central found itself in a battle during the first half of Friday’s Class 3A playoff opener against Letcher Central, but the Panthers took control after halftime to secure a …

Houston, Lawson reach milestones as Middlesboro blanks Lynn Camp in playoff opener

MIDDLESBORO — Middlesboro continued its impressive season with a dominant performance in the opening round of the KHSAA Class A football playoffs, defeating Lynn Camp 44-0 while two Yellow Jackets …

Property Transfers, Civil Lawsuits & Marriage Licenses

Marriage Licenses Ashlynn Paige Senters to Jonathan Allen Senters Chasity Lee Owens to Joshua David Johnson Angie Nichole Bratcher to Andre Paul Linn Pamela Louise Simms to James Christopher Powell …

Knox County Arrests Report for Week of October 26 - November 1, 2026

Monday, October 26 Anthony Davis, 49: Non-Payment of Court Costs, Fees or Fines; Persistent Felony Offender; Drug Paraphernalia, Buy/Possess; Operating a Motor Vehicle Under the Influence of …

Women's Prayer Breakfast Inspires Faith, Fellowship, and Hope

Women from across the community gathered for a special Women’s Prayer Breakfast at The Swan House in Barbourville, graciously sponsored by owners Tom and Peggy Retherford. The morning featured …

DAR Regent Attends Sixth District Meeting

Claudia Greenwood, Regent of the Dr. Thomas Walker Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), recently attended the Sixth District DAR Meeting hosted by the John & Mary …
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Barbourville ARH Auxiliary Shares Halloween Appreciation
Members of the Barbourville ARH Women’s Auxiliary spread Halloween cheer by delivering bags of candy treats to each of the hospital’s 20 departments. The gifts were presented as a way to wish …
Keck WMU Wins Attendance Banner Once Again
Members of the Keck WMU once again earned the attendance banner at the Knox Association WMU meeting held Monday, October 26, at Locust Grove Baptist Church. Twenty members from Keck were present for …
Above, Knox County Soil Conservation leaders were joined by local officials as State Rep. Tom O’Dell Smith presented the district with a check for $500,000 to construct a new building.
Photos by Kaylie Farmer
Knox Soil Conservation receives $500,000 for new building; Farmer of the Year and FFA programs recognized
Representative Tom O’Dell Smith helped present a $500,000 check to the Knox County Soil Conservation District for the Cumberland Valley Area Development District from the Kentucky General Assembly. …
Tye Retires from Street Dept.
Longtime Barbourville Street Department employee Kenneth Tye retired last week. Above, Street Dept. Director Jason Lake presents Tye with a plaque honoring his time with the City. “Ken Tye will be …
From left, Magistrate Tony Golden and Judge-Executive Mike Mitchell during the October 28 Fiscal Court meeting.
Photo by Kaylie Farmer
Fiscal Court approves disaster aid program
At the October 28 Fiscal Court meeting, the court passed a motion to approve the Statewide Emergency Management Mutual Aid and Assistance Program. The program helps to build connections between …
Bimble man charged with strangulation after alleged domestic assault
A Bimble man is facing felony strangulation and menacing charges after a woman told Barbourville police he pushed her to the ground and choked her during an argument at their residence, leaving her …
Election 2026: Knox voters have spoken
Knox County voters decided several contested races in Tuesday's general election, including contests for U.S. Senate, Congress, county magistrate, city council, city commission and school board. …
File photo: Lynn Camp vs. Williamsburg High School
Clay County closes regular season with convincing win over Lynn Camp
MANCHESTER — Clay County continued its late-season momentum Friday, closing out regular-season play with a convincing 39-12 victory over Lynn Camp. The Tigers improved to 5-5 with the win, …
2026 Knox Central Panthers Football Seniors
Knox Central closes regular season with impressive win over Williamsburg, turns attention to postseason
BARBOURVILLE — Knox Central closed out its regular-season schedule in impressive fashion Friday night, handing Williamsburg a 49-22 loss while giving its seniors a memorable victory in their final …
Obituaries
Obituary - Jamison Wayne Vaughn & August Cole Vaughn
Jamison Wayne Vaughn & August Cole Vaughn, twin brothers were born sleeping on Thursday - October 29, 2026 at the Baptist Health Hospital in Corbin, Kentucky. Survivors include parents; Cynthia …
Paul Cupp
Obituary - Paul Cupp
Paul Cupp , 94½, of Barbourville, Kentucky, departed this life on October 26, 2026, in Barbourville. Born February 21, 1932, in Harlan, Kentucky, Paul was the baby of 20 siblings. He lived a long …
Brenda Laws
Obituary - Brenda Laws
Brenda Laws , age 65 of Barbourville, KY, went peacefully home to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, October 26, 2026 after a lengthy illness. Brenda leaves behind those who brought her the …
Brenda Lou King
Obituary - Brenda Lou King
Mrs. Brenda Lou King, age 66 of Gray, Kentucky departed this life on Sunday, October 18, 2026 in the Baptist Health Hospital in Corbin. She was born on March 14, 1960 in Knox County, the daughter of …
Eugene Jackson
Obituary - Eugene Jackson
Mr. Eugene Jackson , age 68 of Manchester, KY was born on January 31, 1957 to the late Tea and Ruth Jackson and departed this life on October 31, 2026 at his home. In addition to his parents: …
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Burnette's top-55 finish highlights Lynn Camp's performance at Class A State Cross Country Championships

LYNN CAMP — Lynn Camp’s boys’ cross country team capped off its 2026 season Saturday with a 27th-place finish at the KHSAA Class A State Cross Country Championships. The Wildcats totaled …

Payne's top-15 finish highlights Barbourville's performance at Class A State Cross Country Meet

LEXINGTON — Barbourville had two runners representing its boys’ and girls’ cross country programs Saturday at the KHSAA Class A State Cross Country Championships, with Corey Payne turning in an …

Troxell leads Knox Central boys at Class 2A State Cross Country Championships

LEXINGTON — Knox Central’s boys’ cross country team closed out its 2026 season Saturday with a 32nd-place finish at the KHSAA Class 2A State Cross Country Championships. The Panthers …

Sagley, Jody lead Lynn Camp girls at Class A State Cross Country Championships

LEXINGTON — Lynn Camp’s girls’ cross country team capped off its 2026 season Saturday with a 25th-place finish at the KHSAA Class A State Cross Country Championships. The Lady Wildcats …

Mills leads Knox Central to 26th-place finish at Class 2A State Cross Country Championships

LEXINGTON — Lady Panthers senior Kaylee Mills finishes 42nd to lead six-runner contingent. Knox Central's girls' cross country team wrapped up its 2026 season Saturday with a 26th-place finish …

Clay County closes regular season with convincing win over Lynn Camp

MANCHESTER — Clay County continued its late-season momentum Friday, closing out regular-season play with a convincing 39-12 victory over Lynn Camp. The Tigers improved to 5-5 with the win, …