Meth conspiracy case nearing conclusion
A drug case originating from a 2015 traffic stop, which led to federal charges against 18 individuals, is wrapping up, as final sentencing for many of the suspects will be held over the next two months. The case began in July 2015 when Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Officer Chris King observed a vehicle turn…
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2017 Commencement
Photos by Greg Bird, Zane Ross & Submitted The class of 2017 celebrated the successful completion of their primary school careers Saturday.
Read MoreDrug use suspected in fatal weekend crash
A Somerset man is facing manslaughter charges after a Saturday afternoon accident that left a Stearns man dead. Drug use is considered a factor in the crash. According to the Kentucky State Police, Michael S. Crabtree, 37, was charged with manslaughter 2nd after striking and killing Jimmy D. Daugherty, 55, around 3:30 p.m. Saturday. Trooper…
Read MoreA Hero at Heart
Veteran Ottis Kidd shares his experience from World War II By: Zane Ross When mentioning the sacrifice of American soldiers it is always with admiration, but it isn’t always known what those sacrifices are. It is hard to imagine something if one hasn’t experienced it. It is even harder to imagine that feeling…
Read MoreRescue Squad recover missing boaters
Members of the McCreary County Search and Rescue Squad, along with other emergency responders helped locate three missing boaters on the Big South Fork this past weekend. The boaters had set out for a relatively peaceful trip from Bear Creek to Blue Heron in a canoe and kayak, but apparently ran in to trouble along…
Read MoreWhat the school tax would cost the typical homeowner
It is important to note that the McCreary County School District will not be able to collect 100% of taxes owed, so revenue numbers are estimates only. Due to uncollectable taxes, homestead and disability exemptions and cost of collections, the District estimates only an additional $256,000 in revenue from the nickel tax for the coming…
Read MoreForest Service welcomes new law enforcement K-9 to the team
U.S. Forest Service Officer Tim Grooms has a new law enforcement partner. Her name is Angie, a 27-month old Belgian Malinois. “I’ve been working with Angie for more than a month now, and I can already tell that she’s extremely smart and well-disciplined,” said Grooms with the Stearns Ranger District. “She’s always eager to go…
Read MoreRocking It in McCreary
Pretty, painted rocks are showing up everywhere A new fad is rocking McCreary County, bringing the community together for one gigantic game of hide-and-go-seek. However, in this version of the game, folks of all ages are decorating rocks with bright colors, cute images, and words of inspiration and cheer before hiding them throughout…
Read MorePark KickOff opening delayed
Due to forecasted bad weather the celebration has been pushed back 1 week Children will be able to make a splash at the McCreary County Park as it hosts its Summer Kick off Celebration with a ribbon cutting ceremony for the just completed children’s splash pad and spotlights the recently completed outdoor basketball courts, lighted…
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