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Anderson Indicted
Former McCreary educator charged on multiple counts By Eugenia Jones [email protected] A former McCreary County School District teacher and administrator, Dr. Aaron D. Anderson of Strunk, KY, was indicted by a McCreary County Grand Jury on Monday, March 25, 2024, on four counts, including: (1) Rape, 3rd Degree (2) Unlawful Transaction with a Minor; Sex…
Read MoreOn the road, again
McCreary Gravel Rally coming on April 26/27 By Eugenia Jones [email protected] Rally car and bike teams and drivers from around the country will zoom into McCreary County once again this spring to compete on McCreary’s rural gravel roads. The third annual McCreary Gravel Rally (MGR III) kicks into overdrive on April 26 and 27. This…
Read MoreFiscal Court approves social media policy for employees
By Eugenia Jones {Editor} [email protected] During its regular March (3/14/2024) meeting, McCreary County Fiscal Court approved an administration code change by adding a new social media policy to the McCreary County Administrative Code. The policy, which applies to all county employees, specifies that employees, unless specifically instructed, are not authorized to speak on behalf of…
Read More‘Katching’ up with Kidd
By Eugenia Jones {Editor} [email protected] (The Voice published a feature article about McCreary County resident, Denny Kidd, when he had a lead role in the tribute film, “A Night of the Undead.” With another film coming out soon, The Voice gives our readers an update on Kidd’s career.) Denny Kidd, McCreary County’s musician turned actor…
Read MoreAmerica’s Best Value Inn
Photos by Eugenia Jones America’s Best Value Inn – Visitors have a great place to stay at McCreary County’s America’s Best Value Inn (ABVI). Formerly the Parkland Motel, the facility underwent a total renovation with new furniture, new tile, new fixtures, new linens, etc. The motel features a laundry, ice access area, and swimming pool. …
Read MoreMen get 20-year sentences for Garland’s death
By Eugenia Jones The three McCreary County men arrested and charged last spring (April 2023) in connection with the death of 54-year-old Roscoe L. Garland of Pine Knot, KY have now all been sentenced, with each of the men sentenced to serve twenty years in prison. Circuit Court Judge Dan Ballou ordered final judgements and…
Read MoreWho will have the most volunteers?
McCreary County vs Whitley County in coming event By Eugenia Jones The battle between McCreary and Whitley Counties to claim the honor of most volunteers participating in the annual Cumberland Falls/Hwy 90 Spring Cleanup is coming soon! This year’s annual Cumberland Falls/Hwy 90 Spring Cleanup is Saturday, April 13, 2024 from 9:00 a.m. through 12:00…
Read MoreGoodwill offers more than just stores
Somerset Goodwill Center provides opportunities for McCreary Countians By Eugenia Jones Locally, residents often like to visit the Goodwill stores in Somerset, Williamsburg and other surrounding areas, hoping to combine good deals with helping others. However, many do not realize the Somerset Goodwill Opportunity Center offers many helpful programs and services to residents, including…
Read MoreMcCreary County Free Dump Days
By Eugenia Jones [email protected] Spring clean-up around the house couldn’t come at a better time as McCreary County sponsors its bulk item drop-off at the old transfer station at 100 Caterpillar Drive in Stearns on Friday, April 19th from 8:00am until 4:00pm and on Saturday, April 20th from 8:00am until 12:00 noon. …
Read MoreBusy month for Grand Jury
By Eugenia Jones (The McCreary County Voice reminds readers an indictment is not an indication of one’s guilt or innocence but represents enough evidence exists in a case to pursue the matter in a court of law.) The McCreary County Grand Jury filed the following indictments on February 26, 2024. Alisha Cooper of Whitley City,…
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