Commencements this week at EKU’s Alumni, expect increased traffic and delays on bypass
This Friday and Saturday is Commencements at EKU’s Alumni Coliseum in Richmond and traffic will be affected on the Eastern Bypass, so expect some delays. The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 7 reports, local police will be directing traffic at the following intersections for high school graduations scheduled at the EKU Alumni Coliseum:• the bypass at […]
Early morning blaze in South Irvine destroys home
A reportedly abandoned house in South Irvine is a total loss following an early morning blaze today. According to Estill County Fire Department, a motorist going to work was the first to report the call around 4 a.m. this morning. The witness stated the structure was fully engulfed. Minutes later, when fire crews arrived, the […]
Overdose investigation in Powell leads to arrest of alleged trafficker
According to the Powell County Sheriff’s office, early this Wednesday morning, 5/25/22 at approximately 3:00am, Deputy Hunter Martin arrested 53 year old Bobby Watkins of Powell County, who, according to the report, was found to be in possession of suspected Methamphetamine and Fentanyl. The Department had been investigating a recent overdoes case and adds they […]
