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WWII soldier’s remains returning home to Laurel County after 84 years

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By Jake Levine
| WYMT-TV (Hazard, KY) Verified
LONDON, Ky. (WYMT) - Deborah Elam and her family received a call earlier this year from the military about a near six-year effort to identify and return the remains of Reuben Smiddy, a World War II soldier killed overseas. “Think about the military calling you and saying ‘hey, we found this, we’re going to do this. Are you ready?’” Elam, Smiddy’s great-great niece, said. Elam said the military found remains in the Philippines and requested DNA from the family.
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Tourists flock to Red River Gorge area for Labor Day weekend Original

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By Jake Levine
| WKYT-TV (Lexington, KY) Verified
POWELL COUNTY, Ky. (WKYT) - It was another big year for tourism in Powell County, as outdoor enthusiasts flocked to the Red River Gorge area over the long weekend. Pete Fingerson, executive director of Powell County Tourism, said the visitors center encourages people to spend money in Powell County and the Red River Gorge region. “But also, we believe that a rising tide raises all ships, and so we want people to come and enjoy all of Eastern Kentucky as well,” Fingerson said.
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Civic Night honors Hazard and Perry County community members

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By Jake Levine
| WYMT-TV (Hazard, KY) Verified
HAZARD, Ky. (WYMT) -Civic Night, an annual Hazard and Perry County tradition, recognized people who have made a difference in their community. Joe Craft, a coal company executive, was named the 2026 William D. Gorman Humanitarian of the Year. Craft has made numerous financial contributions in the area, and is proud to call Hazard home.
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