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Kentucky lifts drought declaration
Kentucky has lifted Level 1 drought declarations for all 120 counties following recent rainfall from the remnants of Hurricane Helene, the Energy and Environment Cabinet announced Thursday. The precipitation has replenished rain deficits, restored streamflows, and improved soil moisture levels, according to the state’s climatology office and drought mitigation team. Drought conditions had been declared…
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One-lane traffic scheduled for two locations in Johnson County
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet advises motorists of one-lane traffic and delays in two locations in Johnson County due to cross-drain replacement work. On KY 3388 near Island Creek, crews will replace a cross drain Oct. 7 at mile point 1.2 (south of KY 40). Work will occur from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. during which…
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Burn ban lifted
INEZ — Martin County Judge/Executive Lon Lafferty has lifted a burn ban initially imposed on Sept. 9 following substantial rainfall and cooler temperatures. “Residents must still adhere to state regulations restricting open burning during fire hazard season,” Lafferty said Thursday in an executive order. The fall fire hazard season runs from Oct. 1 to Dec.…
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KSP Post 9 experiencing phone service disruptions, announces alternate numbers
PIKEVILLE — Kentucky State Police Post 9 is experiencing issues with both its emergency and non-emergency phone lines due to weather conditions. During this time, the public is asked to use the following alternative numbers for assistance: 502-682-5754 502-682-5755 502-682-5756 502-682-5757 “We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your patience as we work to resolve…
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Level 1 drought declared in all Kentucky counties
FRANKFORT — The Office of the State Climatologist and the Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet, in coordination with the Kentucky Drought Mitigation Team, are issuing a Level 1 Drought Declaration for the Commonwealth of Kentucky. A Level 1 Drought signifies moderate to severe drought conditions mainly affecting soil moisture and vegetative health. Serious impacts to…
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Burn ban in effect in Martin County
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — Martin County is officially under a burn ban. Judge/Executive Lon Lafferty signed the executive order Monday citing the surge in forest fires statewide, a looming dry stretch, and growing concerns over public safety. “These conditions also add a heightened risk to our firefighters and threaten the natural resources of Martin…
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Manhunt underway after fatal fight; suspect ‘armed and dangerous’
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN MCDOWELL — Authorities are actively searching for “an armed and dangerous” man following a deadly fight Sunday night in McDowell. Kentucky State Police Post 9 was dispatched Sunday to a residence on Kentucky Route 680 where police found one man deceased. The preliminary investigation revealed a physical altercation occurred just…
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Norfolk Southern announces 24-hour closure for emergency rail repairs
MATEWAN — Norfolk Southern and the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 12 have announced a 24-hour closure for emergency rail repairs at the KY 1056 (Bridge Street) and WV 49 (Matewan) intersection. The closure, affecting a crossing located in Matewan, West Virginia, 0.08 miles north of KY 1056 and the Kentucky/West Virginia state line, will begin…
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SCAM ALERT: Beware of fake arrest warrants
FRANKFORT — The Kentucky Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) issued a warning Monday urging residents to be cautious of scams involving fake arrest warrants bearing forged signatures of court personnel and law enforcement officers. The AOC stated that scammers are sending fraudulent warrants and demanding payment to avoid arrest. “While such scams are not…
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Traffic Alert: Johnson County KY-1428
There is a closure on KY-1428 mile point 2.0 Depot Road in Johnson County, the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet advised at 3:50 a.m. Friday. The road is closed in both directions due to downed trees with multiple utilities involved. Crews expect the road to remain closed for several hours. Motorists must use an alternate route.
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