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Man arrested for stealing car in Estill
The Kentucky State Police arrested a Richmond man last week who had a warrant for stealing a vehicle in Estill County a year ago. Michael Cornett, Sr., 62, of Elmwood Drive in Richmond, was arrested by KSP Trooper R Purdy on an Estill County District Court warrant for theft by unlawful taking of an automobile. According... »
Variety, freshness are reasons to try new local restaurant
My co-workers and I are constantly trying to decide what we should eat for lunch. Honestly, I would say we spend about an hour before lunch preparing for it and then an hour after recovering, each of us complaining about how miserable we are. Being stuffed is one thing… but being on the verge of... »
Hillbilly Chef Diner offers ‘country cooking with a touch of elegance’ on Main Street in Irvine
A new restaurant opened last week on Main Street in the former location of the Lunch Box Deli and the Main Street Café. Stephen Rose, the new owner, calls his business the “Hillbilly Chef Diner.” He says he offers country cooking with a twist or “a touch of elegance.” Rose is no newcomer to the restaurant... »
AJET general store: more than meets the eye
In March, 2013, Earl Kelly opened what he calls an “old-style general store” beside the Twin on River Drive. Customers might be skeptical of that claim when they walk in and see mostly video games, tee-shirts and Harley leathers, but Kelly says he doesn’t keep a lot of the things he sells in stock but... »
Sexual abuse charges added in investigation on Spout Springs
An investigation into drug activity on Spout Springs has led to the arrest of a local father and son, one of which has been charged for sexually molesting minors. Robert F. “Bobby” Warner, 76, of Spout Springs Road, was arrested Wednesday, April 24, and charged with first-degree sodomy of a victim less than 12 years... »
Ford crowned Miss Mountain Mushroom Festival 2013
The 23rd Annual Mountain Mushroom Festival festivities began Friday evening with the Miss Mountain Mushroom Festival, where 28 girls competed for the title. Fifteen-year-old Makayla Ford walked away with the crown and the title but several other girls were awarded sashes, medal and tiaras in younger age groups. Ford is the daughter of Joey and Amanda... »
Knife was used in robbery on Pea Ridge
Two local men have been arrested for a robbery that took place in Estill County last week. Larry Rose, 27, of Winkler Cemetary Road, and Bradley Hardy, 37, of Hardy Road, were arrested on April 23, and charged with first-degree robbery by Kentucky State Police Trooper Jason Carpenter. According to Carpenter’s report, Rose and Hardy were... »
Police Beats for May 2, 2013
Irvine Police Department 4-22 Jeff McQueen, 28, of Main Street, was arrested at Shell Mart on Richmond Road by Officer Jeff Knuckles and charged with driving under the influence (DUI), second offense, and operating a motor vehicle on a DUI suspended license. 4-23 Daniel Gilbert, 25, of Broadway was arrested by Knuckles and... »
‘I think I’ve caught Mushroom Mania’
I’ve been preparing for the last month for the big event that I’ve been told the Mountain Mushroom Festival is. From getting stories ideas for pre-coverage, gathering schedules, mapping out my plan of attack and then making sure to get plenty of rest the night before, I was ready. My sweet nephew has also been... »