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Board updated on city district’s strong showing in SAT testing - Harlan Enterprise
Board updated on city district’s strong showing in SAT testing Published 4:49 pm Thursday, October 29, 2026 Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... By Aaron Rowe Harlan Enterprise Cristal Capps, director of district wide services for instruction and development, gave a presentation detailing Harlan Independent Schools’ exemplary performance in multiple criteria — including academics, safety, and graduation rates — during the 2025-2026 school year.
What masks are you wearing? - Harlan Enterprise
What masks are you wearing? Published 9:05 am Thursday, October 29, 2026 Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... By Judith Victoria Hensley Plain Thoughts With Halloween on the doorstep, people have been planning a costume for weeks in advance either for themselves or for their children. For many, the idea of masquerading for one evening is an enticing one.
County board approves purchase of new phone system for district - Harlan Enterprise
County board approves purchase of new phone system for district Published 9:46 pm Wednesday, October 28, 2026 Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... By Aaron Rowe Harlan Enterprise The Harlan County Board of Education approved the purchase of a new phone system and phone lines during the meeting held on Oct. 27. According to technology director Brent Chitwood, the district’s current telephone infrastructure has become old and obsolete.
Harlan High’s Saylor wins Milken Educator Award, $25,000 prize - Harlan Enterprise
Harlan High’s Saylor wins Milken Educator Award, $25,000 prize Published 7:27 pm Wednesday, October 28, 2026 Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Special To The Enterprise SANTA MONICA, Calif. — It’s Halloween season in Harlan County, and leaders from the Milken Family Foundation and Kentucky Department of Education have a few treats up their sleeves for one unsuspecting teacher.
Take some time to remember, appreciate your church family - Harlan Enterprise
Take some time to remember, appreciate your church family Published 1:49 pm Wednesday, October 28, 2026 Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... By Sean Daniels Spiritual Gifts What has your church meant to you? Before you answer, think about the people, the prayers, and the ways it has been there for you. Who has prayed for you when you were struggling? Who has encouraged you when you felt like giving up?
Sharp carves up Whitley defense as ground attack carries HC to victory - Harlan Enterprise
Sharp carves up Whitley defense as ground attack carries HC to victory Published 8:37 pm Monday, October 26, 2026 By John Henson/Harlan Enterprise Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... With junior quarterback Brayden Morris, the Bears’ top offensive weapon, limited by an injury that sidelined him in last week’s loss at Perry Central, the Harlan County Black Bears and coach Jacob Saylor turned to senior Jonah Sharp and the offensive line to help them break a two-game losing streak.
Bell boys place third in region meet, earn trip to state meet - Middlesboro News
Bell County girls team members include Kaelyn Lyrock, Abagail Johnson, Brittany Johnson and Aubree Collett. The Bell County cross country teams traveled to Morgan County High School on Saturday as part of the 2A, Region 7 meet. Abagail Johnson set the tone for the Lady Cats, placing ninth overall on the 5K course with a time of 22:09.19. Johnson was named to the All-Mountain Team and earn a trip to state as a result of her finish.
Foundation representative talks to fiscal court about helping area - Harlan Enterprise
Foundation representative talks to fiscal court about helping area Published 10:35 pm Sunday, October 25, 2026 Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... By Aaron Rowe Harlan Enterprise Philanthropist Diana Spencer spoke on behalf of the Chicago-based Paul Angell Foundation during the fiscal court meeting that took place last Tuesday.
NEWS BRIEFS | Harlan Enterprise
NEWS BRIEFS Published 10:10 pm Sunday, October 25, 2026 Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... A large forest fire has been reported on Crummies Mountain near Cranks and Cawood, with fire reportedly burning on both sides of the highway in the area of U.S. 421 and KY 3001. The Sunshine Volunteer Fire Department was initially paged out at approximately 4:59 p.m. Forestry personnel have also been called to respond. Motorists should use caution in the area.
Mountain Lions roll into regional finals with rout of Lynn Camp - Middlesboro News
Pineville rolled into the seventh and eighth-grade regional championship in the state playoffs by defeating Lynn Camp 32-6 Christian Thompson scored two touchdowns to lead the 11-0 Lions. Donnie Maidon had a touchdown and two-point conversion. Cooper Stacy added one touchdown. Kyson Thompson converted three two-point conversions. “I’m proud of my guys. They came out last night and set the tone right off the bat,” Pineville coach Robert Daniels said.
West tops 1,000 yards as he leads Lions to victory over Lynn Camp - Middlesboro News
By Bill Templeton Sports Writer Young, inexperienced and injury-riddled, it’s been a tough season for the Pineville football team, but Friday night the Mountain Lions found a way to send their nine departing seniors out with a bang. After losing their previous four games, the Mountain Lions erupted for 30 points during the second quarter and went on to score a 50-6 Senior Night win over visiting Lynn Camp.
Jackets celebrate Senior Night by coasting past Harrison County - Middlesboro News
Middlesboro sophomore Caden Lawson works for extra yardage in action from Friday night’s 37-8 win. Lawson rushed for two touchdowns and finished with 121 yards on just five carries. (Photo by Danny Vaughn) By Bill Templeton Sports Writer Middlesboro seniors Deakon Partin and Amari Houston combined for another explosive offensive performance Friday night to lead the Yellow Jackets to a 37-8 Senior Night victory at Bradner Stadium over winless Harrison County.
Bell's playoff streak ends at 39 as Alevras leads Clay with five TDs - Middlesboro News
By Bill Templeton Sports Writer Visiting Clay County needed less than 20 seconds to take control of its district game Friday night against Bell County atop Log Mountain. Junior Drew Alevras returned the opening kick 86 yards for a touchdown and went on to score four more times in the Tigers’ 43-28 win over the youth-laden Bobcats. Alevras amassed 341 all-purpose yards and Clay County (4-5) clinched a spot in the postseason playoffs with the win.
North advances to state tourney with win over Corbin in regional - Harlan Enterprise
North advances to state tourney with win over Corbin in regional Published 9:08 am Friday, October 23, 2026 Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... By Bill Templeton Sports Writer North Laurel avenged a loss to Corbin in the district tournament with a 3-0 victory Thursday over the host Lady Redhounds to claim championship honors in the 13th Region Tournament.
Mosley updates fiscal court on water system billing changes - Harlan Enterprise
Mosley updates fiscal court on water system billing changes Published 11:00 pm Thursday, October 22, 2026 Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... By Aaron Rowe Harlan Enterprise Harlan County Judge Executive Dan Mosley sought to clear up confusion surrounding the billing cycle for Black Mountain Utility District (BMUD) customers amid the Kentucky American Water acquisition during Tuesday’s fiscal court meeting. “The final full bill that customers received was from the Aug. 27 through Sept.
North advances to state tourney with win over Corbin in regional - Middlesboro News
By Bill Templeton Sports Writer North Laurel avenged a loss to Corbin in the district tournament with a 3-0 victory Thursday over the host Lady Redhounds to claim championship honors in the 13th Region Girls’ Soccer Tournament. After the teams split their first two meetings this season, the win by the Lady Jaguars on Thursday sends them into the state tournament next week in Lexington.
Motorcycle driver is killed in accident on U.S. 119 in Letcher - Harlan Enterprise
Motorcycle driver is killed in accident on U.S. 119 in Letcher Published 9:41 pm Thursday, October 22, 2026 Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... By Paul Lunsford Harlan Enterprise A Virginia motorcycle driver died in a collision in Letcher County on Thursday afternoon. The crash occurred near Mayking on U.S. 119 involving a motorcycle and a passenger vehicle. The fatal accident occurred around 1:30 p.m., near the mouth of Cooks Branch.
HC teams seek to extend win streak to four in regional meet - Harlan Enterprise
HC teams seek to extend win streak to four in regional meet Published 11:57 am Thursday, October 22, 2026 Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... By Abby Sherman Contributing Writer After three straight regional titles, another regional realignment, and an impressive 2026 season, Harlan County cross country coach Ryan Vitatoe expects big performances from his teams Saturday as they compete in the Class 2A, Region 7 meet at Morgan County. “I’m excited for our kids at our upcoming regional meet.
Harlan County, Middlesboro fall in 13th Region tourney semis - Harlan Enterprise
Harlan County, Middlesboro fall in 13th Region tourney semis Published 9:18 pm Wednesday, October 21, 2026 Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... By Bill Templeton Sports Writer A third strike on the pitch Wednesday night put South Laurel out and crowned crosstown rival North Laurel as 13th Region Boys’ Soccer Tournament champions in a 4-1 win by the Jaguars at Oneida Baptist Institute.
Chamber announces winners to be honored during Gala on Nov. 5 - Harlan Enterprise
Chamber announces winners to be honored during Gala on Nov. 5 Published 10:20 pm Tuesday, October 20, 2026 Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Special To The Enterprise The Harlan County Chamber of Commerce (www.harlancountychamber.com) announced its annual award winners that will receive recognition at its annual Gala on Thursday, Nov. 5 at 6:30 p.m. at the Harlan Center. The Gala will also feature a huge silent auction, live music and plated dinner.
Lady Cats complete unbeaten run in district with win over HC - Middlesboro News
After hard fought losses to Harlan County in the 52nd District Tournament finals each of the past two years, the Bell County Lady Cats left little doubt as to the best team this season. Bell completed an 8-0 run through district opponents, winning every set along the way, to improve to 28-8 on the season. The Lady Cats regained the district title with a 25-11, 25-12, 25-8 win Tuesday over Harlan County in the championship game Tuesday at Middlesboro High School. “This one feels a little sweeter.
Harlan Independent Schools celebrate state test results - Harlan Enterprise
Harlan Independent Schools celebrate state test results Published 10:59 pm Monday, October 19, 2026 Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Special To The Enterprise The Harlan Independent School District is celebrating outstanding results following the release of the 2026 Kentucky Summative Assessment (KSA) and school accountability ratings.
Rogers continues to aid his home county while Harlan struggles - Harlan Enterprise
Rogers continues to aid his home county while Harlan struggles Published 10:16 pm Sunday, October 18, 2026 By John Henson/Harlan Enterprise Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... In a story that falls under the category of “in other news, water is wet” reports came out earlier this month that U.S. Rep Hal Rogers has announced an $85 million federal grant for Somerset’s northern bypass.
Fun at the Fall Fest - Harlan Enterprise
Fun at the Fall Fest Published 9:11 pm Sunday, October 18, 2026 Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Those attending the festival stroll through downtown Harlan during the annual Fall Fest on Oct. 17. The free community celebration featured vendors, live entertainment, carnival games, a pumpkin patch, hayrides and activities for the entire family. (Harlan Tourism photo) Characters from the holiday classic Home Alone come to life during the Fall Fest costume contest in downtown Harlan.
Jackets reel off 50 unanswered points to rally for district title - Middlesboro News
Middlesboro senior receiver Amari Houston scored four touchdowns Friday in the Yellow Jackets’ 64-22 win at Williamsburg to clinch the District 7 title of Class A. (Photo by Danny Vaughn) By Bill Templeton Sports Writer With a district championship at stake and less than six minutes remaining in the first half at Williamsburg Friday night, Middlesboro had surrendered a pick-6 on defense, amassed just 25 yards of total offense and trailed the host Yellow Jackets, 22-14.
Harlan man is killed after being hit on U.S. 119 at Sukey Ridge - Harlan Enterprise
Harlan man is killed after being hit on U.S. 119 at Sukey Ridge Published 2:48 pm Friday, October 16, 2026 Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... By Paul Lunsford Harlan Enterprise A 60-year-old Harlan man, formerly of Evarts, was hit by a vehicle on U.S. 119 Thursday evening. The Kentucky State Police, the Harlan County Coroner, the Harlan County Sheriff’s Department, the Harlan Police Department, Lifeguard EMS and the Sunshine Volunteer Fire Department responded to the accident.
Bears shut out Middlesboro to win 50th District championship - Middlesboro News
By Bill Templeton Sports Writer Harlan County seniors Luther Gross and Braylee Kazy each further cemented their sparkling prep soccer legacy in their final appearance Thursday night at James A. Cawood Elementary School field. Gross scored four goals to pace a red-hot Black Bears offense, while another stout defensive effort by Kazy earned him the most valuable player award in an 8-0 victory over rival Middlesboro in the 50th District Tournament championship game.
Lady Jackets down HC, capture fourth straight 50th District title - Harlan Enterprise
Lady Jackets down HC, capture fourth straight 50th District title Published 2:13 pm Friday, October 16, 2026 Getting your Trinity Audio player ready...
Lady Jackets down HC, capture fourth straight 50th District title - Middlesboro News
By Bill Templeton Sports Writer With three consecutive district tournament championships in its possession, the Middlesboro girls soccer team got off to a rough start this season in pursuit of a “four-peat.” But despite watching the Lady Jackets stumble out of the starting blocks, veteran coach Quinton Mason never lost faith in an experienced squad of players who banded together to win nine of their final 10 games, including an 8-2 win Thursday night over a young Harlan County team in the...
Bears shut out Middlesboro to win 50th District championship - Harlan Enterprise
Bears shut out Middlesboro to win 50th District championship Published 12:21 pm Friday, October 16, 2026 Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... By Bill Templeton Sports Writer Harlan County seniors Luther Gross and Braylee Kazy each further cemented their sparkling prep soccer legacy in their final appearance Thursday night at James A. Cawood Elementary School field.
Pedestrian hit by vehicle on U.S. 119 at Sukey Ridge; road closed - Harlan Enterprise
Pedestrian hit by vehicle on U.S. 119 at Sukey Ridge; road closed Published 10:33 pm Thursday, October 15, 2026 Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... By Paul Lunsford Harlan Enterprise An accident Thursday night on Sukey Ridge in Baxter involved a vehicle hitting a pedestrian. The coroner was reportedly called to the scene. The vehicle reporedly left the scene of the accident, but the driver was located later, not far from the site of the accident.
Meadors updates city council on BMUD purchase being finalized - Harlan Enterprise
Meadors updates city council on BMUD purchase being finalized Published 6:19 pm Thursday, October 15, 2026 Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... By Aaron Rowe Harlan Enterprise Kentucky American Water officials finalized their purchase of the Black Mountain Utility District (BMUD) last Friday, according to Mayor Joe Meadors, who spoke during the Harlan City Council meeting on Oct. 12. “The paperwork was signed,” said Meadors.
Cumberland man charged with trafficking in synthetic drugs - Harlan Enterprise
Cumberland man charged with trafficking in synthetic drugs Published 6:00 pm Thursday, October 15, 2026 Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... By Paul Lunsford Harlan Enterprise A Cumberland man was arrested by Harlan County Sheriff’s Department officer Aaron Smith on Tuesday. Smith, HCSD sergeant Caleb Carmical and deputy Kevin Crider made entry into a residence to serve an active warrant in the New York section in Cumberland.
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Bobcats place third in SEKC meet - Middlesboro News
Abagail Johnson, a junior, led Bell County runners in the Southeastern Kentucky Conference meet on Tuesday at Williamsburg, placing third and earning all-conference honors with a time of 22:03.88. Kaelyn Lyrock, also a junior, placed 11th at 25:06.69. Seventh grader Aubree Collett placed 18th (25:47.36), and junior Brittany Johnson placed 22nd (26:50.63). “I’m very proud of these girls. Then went out there and competed hard,” Bell County coach Jason Steward said.
Don’t miss the spiritual sound and aggressiveness of worship - Harlan Enterprise
Don’t miss the spiritual sound and aggressiveness of worship Published 8:06 pm Wednesday, October 14, 2026 Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... There is a sound that comes from true worship that cannot be measured by volume, microphones, instruments or the strength of a singer’s voice. Worship may produce a physical sound in a sanctuary, but genuine worship produces something much deeper — a spiritual sound. We often associate worship with what we hear.
U.S. 421 improvements marked with ribbon-cutting ceremony - Harlan Enterprise
U.S. 421 improvements marked with ribbon-cutting ceremony Published 5:34 pm Tuesday, October 13, 2026 Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Lt. Governor Jacqueline Coleman was the first speaker during the ribbon-cutting ceremony for U.S. 421. (Photo by John Henson) Harlan County Judge Executive Dan Mosley spoke during the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new section of U.S. 421.
Lady Bears upset Bell, advance to 50th finals against Middlesboro - Harlan Enterprise
Lady Bears upset Bell, advance to 50th finals against Middlesboro Published 5:41 pm Tuesday, October 13, 2026 Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... By Bill Templeton Sports Writer The third time was the charm for the youth-laden Harlan County girls soccer team Monday night at the James A. Cawood Elementary School field.
Lady Bears upset Bell, advance to 50th finals against Middlesboro - Middlesboro News
By Bill Templeton Sports Writer The third time was the charm for the youth-laden Harlan County girls soccer team Monday night at the James A. Cawood Elementary School field. After losing twice to Bell County during the regular season, the Lady Bears got seven goals from sophomore Brooke Haywood and pinned a 7-4 loss on the Lady Cats in the semifinal round of the 50th District Tournament. Three-time defending champion Middlesboro defeated Knox Central, 4-0, in the first semifinal.
Short-handed Dragons find a way in victory over Thomas Walker - Harlan Enterprise
Short-handed Dragons find a way in victory over Thomas Walker Published 8:41 pm Sunday, October 11, 2026 By John Henson/Harlan Enterprise Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... EWING, VA. — Coming off a 46-0 loss a week earlier at Middlesboro and with three of their top players walking around in street clothes before Friday’s game at Thomas Walker, Va., the Harlan Green Dragons and coach Frank Shope had plenty of reason for worry.
Lynch Walk of Legends additions - Harlan Enterprise
Lynch Walk of Legends recipients over the weekend included Darryl Washington, the Richard Hagy family and Tom Vicini. You Might Like
KACo officials announce Mosley as new deputy executive director - Harlan Enterprise
KACo officials announce Mosley as new deputy executive director Published 8:35 pm Sunday, October 11, 2026 Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... The Kentucky Association of Counties announced recently that Dan Mosley has been named the association’s next deputy executive director. Mosley will assume the role in January, following the end of his term as Harlan County judge/executive.
Two men are arrested by deputy on drug trafficking charges - Harlan Enterprise
Two men are arrested by deputy on drug trafficking charges Published 12:45 pm Sunday, October 11, 2026 Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... By Paul Lunsford Harlan Enterprise Aaron Smith, a newly hired police deputy of the Harlan County Sheriff’s Department, made two arrests on Tuesday night.
Pineville wins Mountain Middle School league championship - Middlesboro News
Pineville captured the Mountain Middle School Athletic Conference championship and improved to 10-0 on the season with a 26-0 win Saturday over Williamsburg at Jackson County. Christian Thompson ran for 147 years and two touchdowns to lead the Lions. Cooper Stacy had 80 yards receiving with a touchdown. Donnie Madison added 87 yards rushing with a touchdown and two-point conversion. “I’m proud of my guys and all the hard work they have put in,” said coach Robert Daniels.
Mickey retiring after 28 years as a veterinarian in Harlan County - Harlan Enterprise
Mickey retiring after 28 years as a veterinarian in Harlan County Published 9:37 pm Saturday, October 10, 2026 Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... After 37 years in veterinary medicine, including 28 years serving Harlan County, Dr. Doug Mickey is retiring. Dr. Mickey earned his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Kansas State University in 1989.
Kentucky American completes Black Mountain purchase - Harlan Enterprise
Kentucky American completes Black Mountain purchase Published 8:37 pm Saturday, October 10, 2026 Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Special To The Enterprise Kentucky American Water completed the acquisition of the Black Mountain Utility District water system and wastewater service in Harlan County for $1.4 million. The newly acquired system serves over 4,300 water customer connections and six wastewater customer connections.
Ashers win Young Farmer of the Year Award from Farm Bureau - Harlan Enterprise
Dalton and Whitney Asher received Harlan County Farm Bureau Young Farmer of the Year Award. President Dustin Miniard (left) and Vice President Paul Caldwell (far right) presented Dalton and Whitney with a plaque of Appreciation. "We appreciate Dalton and Whitney's hard work and dedication to agriculture in Harlan County," Miniard said.
Lane reduction planned next week on KY 1137 at Cawood Hill - Harlan Enterprise
Lane reduction planned next week on KY 1137 at Cawood Hill Published 2:59 pm Saturday, October 10, 2026 Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists that traffic on KY 1137 (Cawood Hill) at mile point 1.47 will be reduced to one lane beginning Monday, Oct. 12, for a culvert replacement project. The lane reduction will begin at 7 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 12, and is expected to remain in place through 7 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 16.
Knox offense explodes with 70 points in win over Bell County - Middlesboro News
Bell County running back Logan Greene broke free for a big gain in Friday’s game. Greene was a workhorse for the Bobcats, rushing 22 times for a game-high 162 yards. (Photo by Danny Vaughn) By Bill Templeton Sports Writer Knox Central scored a touchdown on all nine of its offensive possessions Friday night and rolled to a 70-20 district victory over visiting Bell County. Sophomore quarterback Eli Carey and senior tailback Brayden Sizemore each had a monster game for the host Panthers.
Partin passes for 6 touchdowns as Jackets surge past Pineville - Middlesboro News
By Bill Templeton Sports Writer Middlesboro’s senior tandem of quarterback Deakon Partin and wide receiver Amari Houston put on a show Friday night at Bradner Stadium in a 42-6 district win over the youth-laden Pineville Mountain Lions. Partin played the role of ringmaster in the Yellow Jackets’ aerial circus, throwing for six touchdowns and 431 yards on a 13-for-17 performance, while Houston was on the receiving end of four scoring passes and amassed 279 receiving yards on nine catches.
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