Tri-City News

07/25/2025

HARLAN COUNTY KY ALERT

Harlan County Jailer BJ Burkhart tells us that inmate 45-year-old Frank J. Allen of Cranks, Ky. has walked off work release detail.

He is 5' 10" 165lbs, with graying hair, partially bald.

He is classified by Ky Dept of Corrections to work in the community. He was being held on a parole violation and failure to appear.

07/25/2025

07/24/2025

Harlan Co.'s Judge-Executive is a true leader, welcoming action to boost coal!

Our communities know coal is essential. Show YOUR support for KY coal & community leaders: inquire about a Friends of Coal license plate!



Read: https://spectrumnews1.com/ky/louisville/news/2025/04/25/harlan-county-s-judge-executive-welcomes-trump-s-executive-order-on-coal

07/24/2025

07/23/2025

KSP Conducting Death Investigation in Harlan County

On Wednesday, July 23, 2025, at approximately 2:18 PM, Kentucky State Police, Post 10 Harlan, received a call regarding two individuals found deceased at a residence in the Closplint community of Harlan County.

Troopers and detectives from Post 10 responded to the scene and began an investigation. The initial investigation indicates a domestic situation occurred between a husband and wife. The female fled the residence and was fatally struck by gunfire. A short time later, the male died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound while on the front porch.

Both individuals will be sent to the State Medical Examiner’s Office in Frankfort for an autopsy.

Detective Jonathan Ledford is continuing the investigation. The Harlan County Sheriff’s Department and the Harlan County Coroner's Office assisted at the scene.

07/23/2025

We are beyond proud to recognize sophomore guard, Ella Karst, as she was inducted into the Harlan County Schools Frank Brittain Academic & Athletic Hall of Fame! This prestigious honor recognizes her incredible impact both on and off the court.

Ella has already done so much for our program, including returning leading scorer, clutch play making, and proving herself a leader in every way. We’re thrilled to see her continue to shine and step into an even bigger role with UVA Wise this coming season. She’s not only a phenomenal player, but an incredible person and teammate, and an absolute asset to our program. We can’t wait to see what her sophomore year brings! ✨🏀
Congratulations, Ella!



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07/23/2025

Save the date! The Kingdom Come Swappin’ Meetin’ returns to the SKCTC Cumberland Campus Friday, Oct. 3, and Saturday, Oct. 4!

Celebrate our rich Appalachian heritage with music, crafts, food, storytelling, and more.

🎶 We’re still accepting applications for vendors, artisans, and musicians!

If you sell handmade goods, demonstrate traditional skills, or want to perform, there’s still time to join us—apply today: southeast.kctcs.edu/community/swappin-meetin.aspx

Questions?
📧 Alexia Ault – [email protected]
📧 Elana Scopa Forson – [email protected]

07/20/2025