Day: May 25, 2012

State Rep. John Short wins big, President Obama unpopular

By SHARON K. HALL A large number of Knott County residents displayed their displeasure with President Obama in the 2012 Primary Election, as over 73 percent of those voting in the Democratic primary chose “uncommitted” rather than vote for the…

KCC art teacher given special award

  Recently, the University of Kentucky’s College of Education honored Carolyn Slone Gibson with an award, “A Teacher Who Made a Difference.” A reception was held April 28 in the UK Student Center Great Hall and Theater where UK Women’s…

Court considers new proposal, theft causes pool to open late

By KAREN JONES CODY In the regular monthly meeting of the Knott Fiscal Court this week, officials were asked to consider a proposal which could potentially help children from across the state and provide some jobs in Knott County. The…

Patrols step up seat belt enforcement

 By SHARON K. HALL The “Click It or Ticket” campaign gets underway as Kentucky State Police Post 13 join forces with local police agencies. “We are here to save lives,” expressed KSP Trooper Tony Watts.  “It is the heart of our mission…