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    Federal shutdown has local impact

    The federal government shutdown, which began on Oct. 1, has led to multiple issues nationwide, and Harlan County ...

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    Dragons roll to Mountain Middle league title with rout of Pineville

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    Hounds take control early, open district slate by coasting past HC

    By Bill Templeton Sports Writer The injury-riddled Harlan County football team was no match for visiting Corbin on ...

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    Pioneers roll up over 300 yards on the ground in win at Harlan

    By John Henson Sports Writer The Harlan Green Dragons learned Friday that there are different stages of rebuilding ...

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    Protecting Kentucky families from counterfeit medicines

    As a sheriff, I’ve seen firsthand the damage that dangerous drugs can inflict on families and communities. For ...

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    Kentucky needs public charter schools: An educator’s plea for choice

    I was a public school teacher. Many of my closest friends still are, and my daughter attends our ...

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    Halloween fun heads to Harlan

    Looking for something to do in Harlan this weekend? There are several activities available from just grabbing some ...

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    Lady Bears break out of recent slump with 3-set rout of HHS

    By John Henson Sports Writer After a record-breaking season in 2024 that ended in the 13th Region Tournament ...

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    Harlan County Sheriff’s Office receives grants

    The Harlan County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) was recently awarded multiple grants enabling the acquisition of much needed new ...

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    Harlan County School Board discusses projects

    The Harlan County Schools Board of Education met recently, discussing multiple matters impacting the schools throughout the district ...

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    Bears roll past Knox Central to earn spot in 50th District finals

    By Bill Templeton Sports Writer The Harlan County boys soccer team will compete Wednesday for its fifth consecutive ...

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    Middlesboro, Bell roll into finals of district tourney with wins

    By Bill Templeton Sports Writer Following lopsided wins Tuesday, Middlesboro and Bell County will meet for a second ...

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    City of Harlan Cleanup scheduled

    The City of Harlan is looking for a large response for the upcoming Fall Cleanup, scheduled for Oct. ...

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    Kentucky Blood Center plans blood drive in Harlan

    Harlan Countians will have the opportunity to save lives through the simple act of giving blood. The Kentucky ...

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    Don’t let your fears about future keep you from enjoying life now

    By Jesse Gilbert Bear Tracks As I get older and I start to mature, my mind also matures. ...

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    No burn season underway

    Fall Fire Hazard Season is now in effect in Kentucky. This means burning restrictions are in place to ...

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    ARH sponsors First Priority Bowl

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    Rosspoint runs title streak to four with win over Trojanettes

    By John Henson Sports Writer In Harlan County middle school basketball records going back to 1985, no team ...

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    Lady Cats knock off HCHS in district volleyball showdown

    Bell County avenged its only district loss and forced a tie for the top seed in the upcoming ...

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    Jackets rout Harlan for 700th win in Middlesboro grid history

        By John Henson Managing Editor Win number 700 for the Middlesboro football program goes into the ...