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Fiscal Court holds brief, special meeting

By Eugenia Jones {Editor} eugenia@highland.net On Friday, December 1, 2023, McCreary County Fiscal Court met for approximately ten minutes in special session to deal with several housekeeping items of business. In business, the Court approved payment of $36, 375 for three vehicles for the Sheriff’s Department.  The vehicles, including one canine unit vehicle, originated through…

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December 6th, 2023

The Giving Tree: The Library is currently accepting donations of winter items, such as gloves, hats, scarves, and socks of all sizes. These items will be distributed in the community. New Books  “Among the Brothers” Max Marshall, “The Fall” Michael Wolff, “Tom Clancy Command and Control” Marc Cameron, “The Wishing Bridge” Viola Shipman, “A Very…

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New Playground at Sand Hill Camp

By Eugenia Jones {Editor} eugenia@highland.net A new playground was recently constructed at Sand Hill RV Camp.  The project was overseen by Blazin Blazin Bluegrass Festival volunteers Julie Waters and Freddie Patrick and funded by the following donors:  Outdoor Venture Corp, FiberTech, United Cumberland Bank, McCreary County Economic Development Corp, Highland Telephone Corp, The John L.…

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My family and I have spent a lot of time at our church this week

By Shane Gilreath My family and I have spent a lot of time at our church this week, making preparations for the Advent Season and the coming of Christmas.  Because of Christ the King Anglican’s association to the Church of England, we themed it “An English Christmas,” and while, as is typical, plans didn’t go…

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December 6th, 2023

November 21st, 2023 Deputy C. Gilreath arrested Sklyer D. Coffey, 24, of Whitley City KY served complaint warrant on charges (1) violation of a kentucky EPO/DVO. November 22nd, 2023 Sheriff David Sampson arrested Thomas Suggs, 41, of Pine Knot KY (1) served warrant fugitive from another state. Deputy D. Taylor arrested Jonathan P. Walter, 39,…

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December 6th, 2023

Ronald W. Bell, widower; Gregory Wade Bell and Heather Bell, husband and wife;  Joshua Bell, Single, Grantors, to Ronald W. Bell, Grantee. Located on Marsh Creek in McCreary County, KY.  Love and Affection. Vina Sexton and Gary Sexton, husband and wife, Grantors, to John David New, Jr. and Tina New, husband and wife, Grantees.  Located…

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Kentucky State Police Launch Enhanced Website

Kentucky State Police Launch Enhanced Website with  Innovative Features Including New Interactive Tip Line Modern design provides a user-friendly experience to better serve citizens FRANKFORT – The Kentucky State Police (KSP) has launched a new, redesigned website, aimed at providing a streamlined, user-friendly experience for Kentuckians. The fresh, modern look contains new features, including an…

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