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By Eugenia Jones {Editor} [email protected] The McCreary County Sheriff’s Department stayed busy last week, tracking down burglars.  On Wednesday, July 10, 2024, Deputy Sheriff Daniel Taylor, Chief Deputy Dustin Ridner, and Sheriff David Sampson responded to the Wildlife Management Barn in the northern part of McCreary County regarding a theft. Thanks to surveillance footage, Ester Goins…

By Eugenia Jones {Editor} [email protected] Larry’s Gas & Mini Mart, a local family-owned business for 52 years, is now under the ownership of Stop & Go, LLC.  The well-known Whitley City business was established 52 years ago by Larry Sumner.  Larry’s children Mark and Marlo continued operation of the family business after their father’s passing.…

By Eugenia Jones {Editor} [email protected] Medical Cannabis coming to a dispensary near you Medical cannabis law effective January 1, 2025; McCreary plans to opt out of dispensaries The gradual process of legalizing medical cannabis in the Commonwealth of Kentucky reaches fruition on January 1, 2025, when card-carrying, in-state, qualified patients will be permitted to purchase…

By Eugenia Jones {Editor} [email protected] McCreary’s newest eatery offers a delicious type of something different   The 1880 Bistro on Main Street in Whitley City, KY where Kristina’s Kitchen was formerly located is the new place in town specializing in offering “something different to eat.” Kicking off their grand opening with an Italian-themed week, owners…

McCreary County’s 2024/25 Fiscal Budget passed its second reading during a special session on Monday, June 24, 2024.  The budget took effect, beginning July 1, 2024.  Except for District 1 Magistrate Bill Hale, all court members approved the budget’s second and final reading. Hale explained why he voted against the 2024/25 budget and salary schedule. “I just…

Lots to do this weekend Celebrate the holiday weekend by enjoying classic cars, food vendors, and more at Motors on Main Street’s 4th of July Weekend Spectacular in Whitley City, KY on Friday, July 5, 2024, from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.  Each car participating in Motors on Main will receive a window flag.  In…

Kristen Kilby will tell you that she is passionate about coffee and her love for her hometown.  Combining those two passions with her Christian faith, Kilby envisioned a heavenly combination that resulted in a new coffee shop in Pine Knot, appropriately named Revival Roast. “I love coffee, and I love my hometown of Pine Knot,” Kilby…

By Eugenia Jones {Editor} [email protected] After noticing a bright green substance similar to paint floating in the Laurel Creek Reservoir, citizens concerned about possible contamination began submitting reports to the McCreary County Water District (MCWD) and other local agencies.  Rumors surfaced that the substance might be paint from leftover barrels from a local business. The…

By Eugenia Jones {Editor} [email protected] Engineers and engineering enthusiasts gathered for a yearly reunion to share their common passion for driving on wood.   This year’s reunion occurred at the Sandhill RV Camp thanks to McCreary County host, Thomas Foster. Fortunately, I answered the phone when Thomas called on a Saturday morning while the office was…