Geneva Morris Moore Richardson, age 70, of Bowling Green, Ky, died on Monday, December 14th, at the Signature Health Care Center in Bowling Green, following a long illness. She was born August 29, 1950, in Estill County, a daughter of the late Dillard and Juanita King Morris. She was formerly a dietary assistant with the […]
In-person classes to resume on Jan. 4
By: Lisa Bicknell Estill County Superintendent Jeffrey Saylor announced his decision during Thursday night’s board meeting to resume in school classes on January 4, barring a new executive order from Governor Andy Beshear or adamant protest from the board of education. Saylor said that students are struggling, many are hurting, and their parents are having […]
Obits
Joyce Sewell, 73, of Corbin formerly of Irvine passed away at her residence with her family by her side. She was born in Hamilton, Ohio, July 29, 1947 to Paul and Betty Kuykendoll. She was a member of the Sand Hill Christian Church and worked in the coal mines and for Leggett and Platt. She […]
Kentucky Steam to host Santa drive-through event this Sunday
Irvine, Ky. — In response to overwhelming demand, Kentucky Steam Heritage Corporation will be hosting a second Santa drive-through event this Sunday, Dec. 20, from noon until 2 p.m. at the organization’s railroad repair facility at 499 Kirkland Ave. in Irvine. The first 100 children in attendance will receive a complimentary toy, courtesy of Santa […]
Obits
Vicie Alcorn, age 98, of Wisemantown Road in Irvine passed away Thursday, December 3, 2020, at Morning Pointe in Richmond. She was born April 18, 1922 in Estill County and was the daughter of the late Omer “Jack” and Nonie Chaney Smyth. She was a retired Carhartt, Inc. employee and a member of the Wisemantown […]
A Star Was Born
The star that beams down from Rock House Mountain upon the city of Irvine has become a community icon, cheering the hearts of Estill Countians as they look forward to the Christmas season each year. The iconic star has been around for so long that the story of how it came to be has become […]
Park lights up Ravenna
Photo by Lisa Bicknell The Ravenna City Council agreed to spend $5,000 from the city’s inheritance from Charlie Vanhuss to decorate the park for Christmas. Councilwomen Tammy Howard, Valerie Flinchum and others worked for days decorating the park. The Irvine Fire Department also pitched in with the help of one of the trucks to hang […]
Obits
James Michael Rawlins, age 37, of Old Fox Road in Irvine passed away Monday, November 23, 2020, at Hosparus Health in Louisville following a long illness. He was born November 5, 1983 in Madison County and was the son of Ronald and Marlene Dawes Rawlins. He was an employee of Advanced Disposal and a member […]
Obits
William Skinner was born February 19, 1972 in Irvine and departed this life Wednesday, November 18, 2020, being 48 years of age. He was the son of the late Willard & Lucille (Isaacs) Skinner. William is survived by two brothers, Dale (Jennifer) Skinner and Charles (Gracie) Skinner. He is also survived by a niece, Kadara […]
Lisle presented ‘Quilt of Valor’
By: Lisa Bicknell Korean War Veteran Tommy Lisle was recently presented a “Quilt of Valor” at his home. His daughter Susan Rader said that typically the quilts are presented in a group, but because of COVID-19, Lisle’s quilt was presented to her dad at home. Rader said her father was very moved by the presentation, […]
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