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The Koger family aim to preserve history and build tourism with historic Barthell Coal Camp
When Harold “Sonny” Koger opened the restored Barthell Mining Camp in the spring of 1999, his desire was to preserve a piece of McCreary County’s coal mining history-a history rapidly being forgotten. Since his own father, Austin, had worked in the coal mines for forty-eight years, Sonny was familiar with the grueling work. Born at…
Read MorePlant and Vegetable Diseases
Photo by Eugenia Jones McCreary County Extension Agent Greg Whitis, along with Plant Pathologist Specialist Nicole Gauthier and Associate Plant Pathologist Kim Leonberger, presented “Plant and Vegetable Diseases” at the first of four gardening programs offered through the local extension office. Future programs include Apple Tree Grafting on March 14, Growing Fruit at Home…
Read MoreBig South Fork Announces Second Annual Photo Contest
The National Park Service (NPS) invites photographers to submit entries for an exhibit at the Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area. The NPS is looking for striking digital images highlighting the spectacular views, historic sites, recreational opportunities, and diversity of life in the park. Images may show wildlife, plant life, natural landscapes,…
Read MoreGreenwood forum held
Kentucky Heartwood Director Jim Scheff shared information and answered questions during a recent public forum regarding the Greenwood Vegetation Management Project (GVMP). The GVMP has been proposed by the U. S. Forest Service to establish woodlands, restore short leaf pine, and maintain wildlife openings. The project targets the Daniel Boone National Forest in…
Read MoreLIHEAP Crisis Assistance
Lake Cumberland Community Action Agency, Inc. Continues to operate the “Crisis” portion of the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). The program is operated on a first come first serve basis until Federal funds are exhausted or March 31, 2016 (whichever comes first). LIHEAP assists households that are in a home heating crisis. The deepening…
Read MoreBusy Bees
Photos by Eugenia Jones McCreary Central High School was buzzing with activity during last weekend’s Bee School. Rotating locations each year between McCreary and Whitley Counties, this year’s event drew more than one hundred individuals including one bee enthusiast from Nashville, TN. The Big South Fork Beekeepers’ Club, under the umbrella of the McCreary…
Read MoreMega Deals Open
Photo by Greg Bird Brian and Melissa Maxwell announce the opening of Mega Deals, on U.S. 27 in Whitley City. The store, open from 9-5 on weekdays and 9-3 on Saturday offers great deals on household items and clothing.
Read MoreSKRECC Warns Members About Scam
South Kentucky RECC is warning its members to beware of people that pose as co-op employees, particularly by telephone. SKRECC received reports Tuesday from a business owner regarding a phone call they supposedly received from the co-op. Reports say a person is calling and claiming to be with South Kentucky RECC. This person tells members…
Read MoreDating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month
Photo by Greg Bird Judge Executive Doug Stephens signs a proclamation declaring February as Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month along with the Phoenix Preferred Care team: Debra Redden, Sandy Collyer, Brooke Burchfield, Cammie Morrow and Holly Lockhart. For more information please visit: http://www.phoenixpreferredcare.com/.
Read MoreWhitley City Winner of H&R Block’s Win $1,000 Sweepstakes Celebrates at Tax Office
Photo submitted H&R block is putting the “fun” back in Refund Season. Angela Hardwick, a local winner of the H&R Block 1,000 Win $1,000 Daily Sweepstakes, celebrates at the H&R Block office at 760 North Hwy 27 Whitley City and is presented with a giant check. From left Winner Angela Hardwick and Tax Professional…
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