Dear Citizens, I am pleased to share several important updates regarding our county: Funding Announcements This week, we received funding that has been delayed for several months: - $2 …
From a regional rally to the final round of the national championship. The Boone Forest Rally will close out the 2027 American Rally Association National Championship November 11–13 in London and …
Each October, National Bullying Prevention Month brings students, families, educators, and community members together to raise awareness and prevent bullying. The observance is more than a campaign: …
The Corner Cafe’ has adopted local artist Ileaha Vaughn. Ileaha is a Jackson County resident, veteran, wife, mother, and on top of working a full time job - does extensive volunteer work here in …
Kentucky’s 2026 General Election will take place Tuesday, November 3, with polls open from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. local time. Jackson County voters should make a plan now by confirming their …
A measles outbreak that began in Laurel County in late August has grown to 56 confirmed cases, making the county one of the hardest-hit communities in Kentucky’s widening public-health response. …
Interim Judge Paul Hays called a community meeting on Wednesday, October 14 in the courtroom of the old Courthouse in McKee to solicit input and provide an opportunity for public participation in the …
There is something special happening at Sand Gap Elementary! For the first time in our school’s history, Sand Gap Elementary has earned a BLUE - Very High Achieving - rating, placing our school …
The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) publicly released assessment and accountability data for the 2025-2026 school year on Oct. 15, as required by state statute and the federal Every Student …
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The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists that a section of KY 1955 in Jackson County will be temporarily closed to through traffic on Wednesday, Oct. 21, to allow crews to perform …
Lainhart, Charles Dewayne, Lainhart, Dwayne, Lainhart, Joyce Ann, Lainhart, Joyce Isa to Pigg, Darrell Wayne- Trustee, Joyce and Charles Lainhart Irrevocable Trust Sams, Garry, Sams, Gary, Sams, …
Abner, Carlos; Poss Cont Sub, 1st Degree, 1st Offense (Methamphetamine); Drug Paraphernalia- Buy/Possess; No Operators/Moped License; License To Be In Possession; Def waives PH, case passed to …
Hello Everyone, Jackson County has some of the most beautiful foliage you will find anywhere. This week, the leaves will begin to transition to vibrant autumn colors. With cooler nights and …
Senate President Robert Stivers, R-Manchester, was honored Wednesday with the inaugural Shaping Our Appalachian Region Inspires Appalachian Film and Arts Award during the opening of the 2026 SOAR …
The Bourbon Sisters Society, a women’s organization bringing together members from across the Commonwealth of Kentucky, recently demonstrated the power of friendship and generosity by raising …
Presenting the Weekly Attendance Championship Winners are Jackson County Public Schools' Superintendent Renee Smith and the sponsor of the Weekly Attendance Championship Belt, Commonwealth Attorney, …
