A Columbia Gulf transmission gas line exploded Monday night, lighting up the sky over most of central and eastern Kentucky. Firefighters were dispatched at about 7:15 p.m. to a location about 200 yards off Kentucky 89, approximately seven miles from Irvine, according to Estill County Fire Chief Derrick Muncie. “People were calling dispatch and saying there... »
This past New Year’s Day, Robert Hoover and his wife Bertha celebrated 70 years together. They were married in 1942. That was the year Bertha gave birth to their first daughter. Four days later, Robert was called from the hills of Estill County for a season when he was drafted by the Army. “I went from... »
It’s that time of year again…time for new beginnings and making resolutions. I gave up on resolutions a long time ago, but I do make myself some promises and sometimes I even keep them. Always first among “promises” for the new year is to eat healthy. I never promise to lose weight because that is one... »
Estill Springs Elementary SBDM Council The Estill Springs Elementary SBDM Council will have their regularly scheduled meeting Wednesday, Jan. 11, at 4 p.m., at the school library. The public is invited to attend. Irvine Masonic Lodge #137 F & AM The Irvine Masonic Lodge #137 F & AM will have an “all you can eat chili supper” on Jan.... »
Property Transfers •Velma Garrett, and Ezra and Michelle Freeman to Darrell Wayne and Ladonna Johnson, for settlement of the Estate of Beverly Garrett, property in Ravenna, Estill County. •Velma Garrett, and Ezra and Michelle Freeman to Darrell Wayne and Ladonna Johnson, for settlement of the Estate of Beverly Garrett, property in Irvine, Estill County. •Velma Garrett to... »
Estill County High School Monday, Jan. 9 Breakfast: Cereal, Pop Tart, Yogurt, Assorted Juices, Fresh Fruit, Milk Lunch: Cheeseburger on bun or Mr. Rib on bun, Lettuce, Tomato, Pickles, French Fries, Fruit, Milk Tuesday, Jan. 10 Breakfast: Sausage Biscuit, Cereal, Pop Tart, Yogurt, Assorted Juices, Fresh Fruit, Milk Lunch: Popcorn Chicken w/Texas Toast or Hot Ham & Cheese, Potato Wedges, Fruit,... »
Cherry Pudding Cake Sandy Sea, Irvine 1 – No. 2 can of pitted sour cherries 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/2 tsp. almond extract 1/4 tsp. red food color 1 box of yellow or white cake mix 1/2 cup of finely chopped almonds (I prefer toasted) (About one hour before serving): Start heating oven to 350 degrees. In a 12 X 8 X... »
The Estill County Engineers played in the Red River Classic at Powell County High School on Dec. 27, 28 and 29. Their first game against Northern Kentucky’s Ryle High School was a close one which Estill lead most of the game. They lost in the final minutes by a score of 60-58. The second game Estill came... »
