Jaylynn Barrett, 16, Elk Creek, feeds her puppy a creamy pup cup at the special Halloween event for both children and pets held at Emilee’s Puppy Pawlor, a dog grooming business in Blackey on Halloween night. Emilee Robinson along with her mother in law, Veronica Collins hosted the public event next to the Blackey Post Office. They gave out children’s […]
Families and Friends
It’s getting might chilly in southern Ohio
Southern OhioHello again everyone! How is everything in your little parcel of this land? In this little corner of the world, it’s getting mighty chilly. I hope I don’t forget to check our propane tank. Oh, the memories that comes sliding in my thoughts.as things were so different growing up in those mountains of eastern Kentucky that will always be home […]
Local residents are stepping up to help with food donations
Local residents are stepping up to help feed those whose food stamps have been cut off as a result of the political fight in Washington over funding the federal government. Despite a federal judge’s order that Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits be reinstated this week, the Trump administration now says it could be weeks before benefits start up again, […]
Moments and Memories of Whitesburg High School
1940-41News Notes from Whitesburg schools Whitesburg Yellow Jackets are the winners of the Big Sandy Conference in both basketball and football. In chapel on Wednesday of last week, Harry Caudill of the public speaking class and supposedly a representative of the Big Sandy Conference, presented to WHS the trophies which were won by the basketball and football teams. Following the […]
Life is always an adventure with CAT
CowanHello everyone — I hope all had a good week. The weekend was good and the weather reminded me of fall. We had company and enjoyed a lot of family and friends time. The Feel Better List follows. When you have time, please send a prayer or positive thought to those listed. If you know someone that isn’t feeling well […]
Moments and Memories of Whitesburg High School
1997On the evening of October 11, 1996, Whitesburg High School held its annual Football Homecoming. As the candidates anxiously awaited, the new Homecoming Queen was announced. We congratulate Miss Hannah Roberts on receiving this honor. On the evening of February 15, 1997, Whitesburg High School held its annual Basketball Homecoming. As the candidates marched on the court, everyone awaited anxiously […]
Class of 1990 celebrates
The Whitesburg High School Class of 1990 participated in the Mountain Heritage parade this year as part of their 35th reunion celebration. Pictured (left to right) are Richard Craft, Kathy Sparks Goins, Amy, Mullins Craft, Yo Miranda, and Lisa Wilcox.
It’s almost time again for holiday dessert recipes
CowanHello everyone — I hope all had a good week. I think we’re in for a week of cold and rainy weather. Daylight Savings Time starts this Sunday, November 2, 2025. Clocks will “Fall Back” one hour. We will get an extra hour of sleep (or an extra hour to read), but it will get darker earlier in the evening. […]

