BSCTC supports Johnson County residents who need MRT classes by providing required materials

Sometimes the only thing standing in the way of a better future is access to the tools needed for success, and for Johnson County residents who need to complete Moral […]
Road Work Begins Next Week Along KY-1409 in Johnson County

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists of an upcoming soil nail repair project on KY 1409 in Johnson County at milepoint 2.21. Contractor GSI is scheduled to begin work […]
Johnson County Health Department Names New Public Health Director

The Johnson County Health Department has announced a new Director of Public Health. Ezalee Pigman has been named to the position, with the announcement made Monday. Pigman was welcomed by […]
KSP Post 9 Names New Commander in Pikeville

Kentucky State Police Post 9 in Pikeville has a new commander. Captain Brad Riley officially took over the role on March 16th. He’s a 2009 graduate of the KSP Academy […]
KSP: Pike County Man Threatened to Kill Wife, Faces Multiple Charges

Several charges have been levied against a Pike County man accused of threatening to kill his wife. Kentucky State Police say troopers responded to a home in Phelps Friday evening […]
Perry County Teens Arrested After 101 MPH DUI Stop in Prestonsburg

Some Perry County teens have been arrested on alcohol and other charges after the pickup truck they were riding in was pulled over for speeding. Prestonsburg Police say the driver […]
Closings and Delays for Tuesday, March 17, 2026
A service of Wil Mik, Inc. and Less Tax JOHNSON CO SCHOOLS – CLOSED PAINTSVILLE IND. SCHOOLS – 1 HR DELAY FLOYD CO SCHOOLS – CLOSED NEW HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY […]
LIFTED: Boil Water Advisory Issued for Bobs Branch Area in Thelma
This boil water advisory has been LIFTED! Due to main line maintenance, although no contamination has been confirmed Paintsville Utilities has issued a voluntary boil water advisory for the following […]
Death Investigation Underway in Floyd County

Kentucky State Police are investigating the death of a Floyd County woman. Troopers with Kentucky State Police Post 9 in Pikeville say they received a call from Prestonsburg 9-1-1 on […]
Repairs Begin March 16 on KY 172 in Johnson County

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) District 12 advises motorists of upcoming soil nail stabilization repairs along KY 172 in Johnson County beginning Monday, March 16, 2026. Contract crews with GeoStabilization […]