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Council begins annexation process
The first reading of an ordinance to annex a section of state highway was approved during a meeting of the Evarts City Council on Tuesday. This section of road has been the only snag in a plan to procure a trail town designation for the city from the state. City attorney Otis Doan read the ordinance for council. The ordinance states the city’s intent to annex nine-tenths of a mile of KY 2430, which connects the city to the Black Mountain ...
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“Moonshiners” star a big hit
Hundreds gathered to meet Tim Smith, TV star of Discovery channel’s hit TV show “Moonshiners,” on Saturday at the Southern Shine Crawl held at the Verda field. The event was hosted by the Kentucky Mountain Crawlers. “Harlan County is just like home,” said Smith. “The Southern Shine Crawl is an outstanding event and everyone has been so nice — coming over to me and asking questions. I’m excited to be here.” Hoping to launch his own brand o...
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Elementary project bid higher than projected
The Harlan Independent Board of Education discussed a single bid submitted for their elementary school project during a recent meeting. Weighing options, the board is now negotiating with the bidder on the project. “The district received one bid for the elementary access project,” said Johnson. “That bid was submitted by Green Construction, of Middlesboro, in the amount of $299,900, which was higher than what was projected.” Johnson said ...
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KMLF princess crowned
Taylor Blake Grigsby, from Middlesboro High School, won the 2013 KMLF Princess Coronation on Friday night. Ceremonies were held at the Pineville High School. Macy Elizabeth Epperson, from Bell County High School, was honored as Miss Photogenic. Shane Pippin |Daily News
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Authentic Civil War letter purchased
Special to the Daily News Document confirms United States Colored Troops presence at the Gap A significant yet lesser-known chapter of the history of Cumberland Gap National Historical Park (NHP) has recently come to light, in large part thanks to the Friends of Cumberland Gap non-profit group. A park supporter had noticed a Civil War letter for sale earlier this year, and purchased it. The Friends of Cumberland Gap NHP then learned of th...
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“The Portal” to open June 1 in downtown Harlan
Opening June 1 in downtown Harlan, The Portal, a pizza bar, has put a unique spin on the classic neighborhood pizza eatery. The two-story venue, previously BB&T and Harlan National banks, has been completely renovated and transformed into a casual family oriented gathering spot. The concept behind The Portal is simple and winning — great American/Italian cuisine, with an emphasis on quality and value and a place where local history is visib...
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Mayor says budget prevents layoffs
The first reading of the budget for the upcoming fiscal year was performed and accepted by the Harlan City Council during a special called meeting Tuesday. The council convened to hear the first budget reading and to consider a municipal aid resolution. Mayor Danny Howard advised the panel there should be little need for change in next year’s budget. “After the budget committee met, we decided after looking at our budget and making the ...
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Kentucky Mountain Laurel Festival kicks off
The 83rd annual Kentucky Mountain Laurel Festival kicked off Thursday. If opening night is any indication of the upcoming events, this years festival is correctly titled “Better Than Ever.” The night started off with an introduction of the princess and queen candidates. Middlesboro High School was represented by Taylor Blake Grigsby. Representing Bell County High School was Mary Elizabeth Epperson. Alexandria Susanne Knuckles repres...
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AT&T rep responds to cell service complaints
With a recent upgrade to cell phone service by AT&T, complaints of spotty service have surfaced in the area since 3G became available about a week ago. Loyall resident Darrell Carnahan said his service has been unsatisfactory since the upgrade. “Originally, they told me that it was my phone that was bad,” said Carnahan. “The cell service has been out here… since around Friday.” Carnahan said he spoke with AT&T and was informed the problem...
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Man accused of burning his house arrested
Harlan County Sheriff’s Deputy Chris Brewer arrested a Harlan man Thursday night charging him with setting on fire his house at Teetersville and another house at Cawood. Shaun Johnson, 29, has been charged with second- and third-degree arson. He is lodged in the Harlan County Detention Center with bond set at $10,000 full cash on each arson case. According to the arrest warrant, police say that Johnson committed the offense of second-degr...
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Ramsey honored for state title won in 1963
Harlan County native Arthur Ramsey Jr. was honored with a resolution by the Harlan Independent Board of Education on Tuesday for winning the Kentucky State Track Meet pole vault title in 1963. Raised in Kenvir, Ramsey began his education at the Black Mountain No.2 School in Kenvir, before moving to Rosenwald High School. After the closing of Rosenwald, he ended his high school education at Evarts High School. Board member Will Miller prai...
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Mountain Music in the Park slated Saturday
If you’re looking for a fun-filled day with music, food and games, then you are invited to the Memorial Day weekend Mountain Music in the Park event to be held at the Burl Fee Memorial Park, located in north Evarts on Saturday. Beginning at 10 a.m., the event is being hosted by Harlan County Underground and the Evarts Police Department’s Cops 4 Kidz. “Harlan County Underground, Big Daddy and the Heat and The Tony Dean Family will be playi...
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School district cuts 30 positions
Four weeks after first addressing cutbacks needed for the 2013-14 school year, the Harlan County Board of Education has learned staff reductions thus far will total 30 jobs. With reluctance, the board unanimously voted in favor of the district’s tentative budget during their regular monthly session Monday evening. The position cuts include 27 certified, or teaching positions, as well as three classified, or support positions. From a budge...
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Board changes several jobs to district positions
Harlan Independent Schools Superintendent David Johnson recommended the golf and cross country coaching positions, recently reduced to one position, be split to include a boys and girls golf coaching position and a boys and girls cross country coaching position. The salary of $470 per coach will be split between the positions. The recommendation was approved the action during a special called meeting on Tuesday. Johnson also recommended...
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Man indicted for assault on mother
An alleged incident of a man hitting his mother with a stereo in February has resulted in the indictment of a Harlan man. Ashton Britt, 20, was served with an indictment warrant by Harlan City Police Officer Britt Ross on Tuesday. According to the indictment, on Feb. 8 Ashton Britt intentionally caused physical injury to Tina Britt by means of a deadly weapon or dangerous instrument. Previous Enterprise reports show Harlan City Police Cpl...
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Courthouse News
Courthouse News - April 27, 2013
PROPERTY TRANSFERS The following property transfers have been recorded in the office of the Harlan County Clerk. Viola Rains to Eddie Wayne Creech and wife, tract or parcel of land in Harlan Coun...
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Courthouse News - April 11, 2013
MARRIAGE LICENSES The following applications for marriage licenses have been filed in the office of the Harlan County Clerk. Heather Marie Napier, 29, Kenvir, to Jerry Leon Jones, 37, Kenvir. Ch...
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Courthouse News
MARRIAGE LICENSES The following applications for marriage licenses have been filed in the office of the Harlan County Clerk. Ashley Nicole Gibson, 20, Ages, to Mitchell Nathan Vanover, 21, Parris...
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Courthouse News - Dec. 7
MARRIAGE LICENSES The following applications for marriage licenses have been filed in the office of the Harlan County Clerk. Kelsey Ann Hacker, 19, Harlan, to Cory Arnold Lowe, 21, Harlan. Debra...
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Courthouse News — Oct. 31
District court cases The following cases have been heard in Harlan District Court, Judge Jeff Brock presiding. Mary Davidson, 25, operating vehicle on suspended/revoked operator’s license — plead...
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Social News
Less time-consuming to buy produce
Loretta and I had decided that we didn’t need to grow any cabbage in the garden this year. She has discovered some kind of brought-on kraut that you can find in most grocery stores for about a dol...
May 24, 2013 | 0 0 comments | 1 1 recommendations | email to a friend
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Retirement dinner makes it official
At the end of every school year, most school years have a faculty luncheon and retirement event for the people who have retired that year. Year after year I have attended and bid good luck and fare...
May 24, 2013 | 0 0 comments | 1 1 recommendations | email to a friend
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Crider brings drama back to HHS
Drama is alive and well at Harlan High School thanks to Kevn Crider. He and his ‘Dragon Drama’ students did themselves proud recently by presenting the well-known comedy Greater Tuna. The play was ...
May 21, 2013 | 0 0 comments | 2 2 recommendations | email to a friend
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Don’t break the bank, stay cool
With the days finally getting warmer, many of us are looking forward to summertime and making plans for all of the activities we want to do and events we want to attend. Summer can be a lot of fun,...
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Religion
Memorial Day a learning experience
In the seasons of my youth Memorial Day was a learning experience, eagerly anticipated yearly for our extended family that walked over hill and dale to the local cemetery. While we were laying fre...
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Never forget the war Christ fought
During and after the American Civil War, the citizens of the United States of America in the 1860s were honoring the returning deceased soldiers of both the Union forces and the Confederate soldie...
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What does it mean to worship God?
In the words of Erwin Lutzer, “If we haven’t learned to be worshipers, it doesn’t really matter how well we do anything else.” As far as we can look back into eternity past, we can see the importa...
May 24, 2013 | 0 0 comments | 1 1 recommendations | email to a friend
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Sunday School Lesson
Moms learning from moms — Genesis 4:1
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Saluting all that keep our country safe
In a recent interview Patrolman Quillen’s closing statement was, “I believe policemen and the military are this country’s ‘thin blue line’ (the fear) that keeps criminals from hurting honest citiz...
May 11, 2013 | 0 0 comments | 1 1 recommendations | email to a friend
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