Many veterans struggle emotionally after returning home from service. But, a Pike County veteran who understands those battles is offering help.      

Business has boomed at the Pike County Detention Center garden, leaving the jail with more food than they know what to do with. Because of the surplus, Pike County Jailer Brian Morris decided to give the food to some groups that need it. Morris says his staff has big plans for introducing a new crop…

The Mingo County Sheriff’s office received a check from the office of the West Virginia State Treasure for the amount of $42,343.00. The money was from the auction of seized firearms from dismissed cases over the past 20 years. The firearms were auctioned off by the State Treasure’s office.…

With the 4th of July coming up, emergency responders are reminding the public about firework safety. Every year, fire departments respond to calls where fireworks are used improperly.      

With grilling season in full swing, fire department officials are urging the public to be safe.        

Officials with the Kentucky College of Optometry are gearing up to offer children eye exams before school starts back in the fall.        

Officials with Hillbilly Christmas in July and the Mountain Arts Center are gearing up for a fundraiser aimed at helping the Lexington Shriner’s Hospital for Children.          

Officials are gearing up for this year’s Trooper Island Camp. Troopers say that there are still available spots. Applications can be picked up at KSP Post 9 in person, or online at: www.kentuckystatepolice.org/trooper-island/    

A new recovery program opened in Whitesburg with a mission to help people who are battling opioid addiction.        

Organizers are gearing up to bring a Remote Area Medical clinic to people in southwest Virginia and surrounding areas. For more information about the event, you can contact The Health Wagon at, (276) 328-8850.