Tyler Childers’ Pikeville run historic for arena
Tyler Childers’ New Year’s run at the Appalachian Wireless Arena in Pikeville still has one show to go, but it’s already been a historic run for the venue.
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Fatal Wreck Under Investigation
Kentucky State Police at the Pikeville Post are investigating a fatal traffic crash. According to authorities, the wreck occurred shortly before 3:30 Sunday afternoon on Widows Branch in Phelps. A preliminary investigation has determined that Marty Blankenship was traveling west on Widows Branch when…
Read MoreMcGrath Files For Run Against McConnell
Democrat Amy McGrath has officially filed to challenge Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell in Kentucky. Next year’s Senate race looms as a bruising, big-spending campaign. McGrath said that her party’s victory in the Kentucky governor’s race has given momentum to her own bid to…
Read MoreWV County Unemployment Numbers Released
County unemployment numbers have been released in West Virginia for the month of November. According to statistics from WorkForce West Virginia, the unemployment rate increased in 49 counties, decreased in 1 county and remained the same in 5 counties. Counties in the region, Logan County reported 6.8…
Read MorePike Sheriff’s Office mourns passing of longtime deputy
The Pike County Sheriff’s Department is mourning the loss of a longtime deputy.
Read MoreShooting Investigation Underway
A shooting has led Kentucky State Police at the Pikeville Post to open an investigation. According to a press release, post 9 Troopers were called to a gunfire report near the mini mall in the McCarr community. Troopers arrived at the scene and found evidence that indicated someone had been shot. While…
Read MoreMan Arrested After Fleeing From Police
A Floyd County man is in jail following a foot pursuit Thursday. According to a press release, the incident occurred around 11:30 Thursday morning. Martin City Police Chief Kenny Stidham attempted to stop 41-year-old Bill David Barnett of Martin who was wanted for multiple warrants. As Stidham approached…
Read MoreStart The New Year Taking A Hike
Several West Virginia state parks and forests are offering free New Year’s Day hikes next week. West Virginia State Parks Chief Sam England says hiking is one of the main reasons that visitors from inside and outside the state travel to parks. A news release from the state parks says West Virginia…
Read MoreFirst-ever Tower of Toys winner claims prize
Norma Young, of Pikeville, became the first-ever winner of Mountain Top Media's Tower of Toys.
Read MoreMan on meth arrested inside Hardees of Pikeville
A man from Island Creek was arrested on Christmas Eve at the Hardee’s of Pikeville. According to the arrest citation, Pikeville Police Department was dispatched to Hardee’s on Hambley Boulevard in reference to a disorderly male. Upon arrival, Pikeville officer Kranzman observed 30 yr old…
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