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Heather and Joseph Brown pose with their children on opening day at McKinney Crossing Event Center. The family-run arcade and event space has quickly become a favorite gathering spot for local families in Lincoln County. (Photo submitted)

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Locals flock to McKinney Crossing Event Center

By: Casey Roberts Contributing Writer   What began as a modest dream to offer a safe, affordable place ...

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Disaster application deadline extended to July 25

FRANKFORT, Ky. (KT) – Kentucky’s request for a 30-day extension to the registration period for those impacted by ...

Marshall transfer Landyn Watson was not worried that UK went 4-8 last season when he decided to play for the Cats. (Landyn Watson Instagram photo)

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Linebacker Landyn Watson wants to prove doubters wrong

Marshall transfer Landyn Watson could play a “big” role for the Kentucky defense this season. The 6-1, 245-pound ...

Lincoln County sophomore Eli Roberts, pictured with his father Patrick Roberts, won the 2025 KHSAA Class 2A state championship in the 400-meter dash. Roberts set both a personal best and a school record with a time of 50.31 seconds. (Photo submitted)

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Lincoln County track stars capture state titles

Lincoln County sophomore Eli Roberts, pictured with his father Patrick Roberts, won the 2025 KHSAA Class 2A state ...

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Crab Orchard to celebrate 50 years of hometown pride

Crab Orchard will mark its 50th year of Hometown Pride with a three-day Fourth of July celebration packed ...

The proposed pipeline running through Lincoln and Pulaski counties. (Graphic submitted)

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TC Energy proposes 40-mile pipeline through Lincoln and Pulaski Counties

By: Casey Roberts Contributing Writer   TC Energy is proposing the construction of a 40-mile natural gas pipeline ...

Brennin Hazlett takes a lead off second base during 12th Region Tournament action on Monday, May 26. (Photo submitted)

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Bat Pats season ends in 12th Region Tournament opener

By: Casey Roberts Contributing Writer   The Lincoln County Patriots’ 2025 baseball season came to a close Monday, ...

Gordon Stamper Jr. (File photo)

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Stanford man enters Alford plea in 2016 death

By: Casey Roberts Contributing Writer   Nearly nine years after Desiree Sparks was found dead in the woods ...

Bronson Bennett (Photo submitted)

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Bennett Tree Company lends a hand after deadly tornado

By: Casey Roberts  Contributing Writer   After deadly tornadoes ripped through parts of Somerset and London on May ...

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FEMA opens more DRCs to assist Kentuckians

FRANKFORT, Ky. (KT) – The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Is opening more Disaster Recovery Centers (DRCs) to ...

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NPR sues Trump administration over executive order to cut finding to public media

WASHINGTON (AP) — National Public Radio and three local stations filed a lawsuit Tuesday against President Donald Trump, ...

Lincoln County’s Grady Foster takes a swing during the Patriots’ 9-3 win over Danville in the 45th District tournament semifinal on May 19. Foster reached base twice and scored a run to help lead Lincoln County to its first district championship appearance since 2017. (Photo submitted)

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Lincoln County clinches spot in first 45th District title game since 2017

By Casey Roberts Contributing Writer After being swept in the regular season by Danville, Lincoln County found redemption ...

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Lincoln County Schools offering free summer meal packs for children

The Lincoln County Public Schools Department of School Nutrition Services will once again provide free summer meals to ...

Several students and staff were honored during the meeting. (Lincoln County Schools Facebook photo)

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Lincoln County board reviews budget, facilities and recognizes outstanding staff

By Casey Roberts Contributing Writer The Lincoln County Board of Education held its May working meeting, addressing a ...

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Pope, ‘heartbroken over devastation,’ assists with tornado cleanup in London

LEXINGTON, Ky. (KT) — Kentucky coach Mark Pope took a break from the recruiting trail Sunday and helped ...

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Stanford prepares to celebrate 250th anniversary with reenactment

 The city of Stanford will celebrate its 250th anniversary with the 8th Annual Reenactment of the 1777 Siege ...

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Lincoln County set to celebrate history, heritage, and music with summer events

By: Casey Roberts Contributing Writer   Lincoln County is preparing for a summer full of celebration, community, and ...

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KYTC Unveils Study for KY 1194 Corridor Near Stanford

By: Casey Roberts Contributing Writer   The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) has launched a comprehensive study examining the ...

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Lincoln County High School briefly locked down after threatening message

By. Casey Roberts Contributing Writer   A threatening message prompted a lockdown at Lincoln County High School on ...

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Grant funding available to help with stormwater issues

FRANKFORT, Ky. (KT) – Gov. Andy Beshear announced on Tuesday that $867,000 in grant funding is now available ...