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Complete local news coverage for Perry County, Kentucky. Stay updated on local government, community events, business developments, and civic matters affecting residents of Hazard, Vicco, Buckhorn, Chavies, and surrounding Appalachian communities.
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Perry County man dies of burn injuries after fighting forest fire alone
Community

Perry County man dies of burn injuries after fighting forest fire alone

Paul Ray Lewis, 47, went into a Viper forest fire alone and died of burn injuries. Officials say the right move is to call 911 and let trained crews respond.

Lisa Park2m read
Small wildfire reported on Toulouse Road in Perry County, officials say
Community

Small wildfire reported on Toulouse Road in Perry County, officials say

A 1-acre wildfire was logged at 3380 Toulouse Road late Saturday, as Perry County entered another risky stretch of dry, breezy spring fire weather.

Lisa Park2m read
Perry County's Allais Coal Camp Absorbed Into Hazard, but Not Forgotten
Community

Perry County's Allais Coal Camp Absorbed Into Hazard, but Not Forgotten

A 1,000-resident coal camp named for its mine superintendent now survives mainly in a road sign, but one Kentucky Poet Laureate's family story puts a face on what Allais really was.

Marcus Williams6m read
Hazard Woman Arrested on Four Child Sexual Abuse Material Charges
Government

Hazard Woman Arrested on Four Child Sexual Abuse Material Charges

Megan A. Combs, 36, of Hazard faces four Class D felony charges after a KSP undercover ICAC investigation into child sexual abuse material.

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Chavies: A Perry County Community Preserved in a Century of Records
Community

Chavies: A Perry County Community Preserved in a Century of Records

Chavies has appeared in federal records since 1914, and a $10.7M EDA grant targeting the community in 2024 proves it still shapes how Perry County plans its future.

Lisa Park6m read
Hilton and Hiltonian, Two Names Tracing One Perry County Community
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Hilton and Hiltonian, Two Names Tracing One Perry County Community

A federal postal decision from 1927 gave one north Hazard neighborhood two official names; both remain active in Perry County road indexes and 911 records today.

Sarah Chen5m read
Perry County Breaks Ground on Paul E. Hall Multipurpose Complex
Community

Perry County Breaks Ground on Paul E. Hall Multipurpose Complex

Perry County's new Paul E. Hall complex will wire in FEMA hookups and a teaching kitchen, built specifically to house first responders after the next flood.

Lisa Park2m read
Buckhorn Wildcats Host Perry County Central in Boys Volleyball Showdown
Education

Buckhorn Wildcats Host Perry County Central in Boys Volleyball Showdown

Buckhorn's boys volleyball team hosted rival Perry County Central on April 4, one year after claiming the program's first-ever home win against those same Commodores.

Sarah Chen1m read
Perry County Murder Suspect Now Faces Federal Child Sex Charges
Community

Perry County Murder Suspect Now Faces Federal Child Sex Charges

Noah Back, 26, of Vicco, already charged with murder in a teen's death, now faces federal charges alleging he transported a 14-year-old to Georgia for sex.

Marcus Williams2m read
$15.2 Million Road Project to Bring Perry County Its First Roundabout
Government

$15.2 Million Road Project to Bring Perry County Its First Roundabout

State crews started a $15.2M project to rebuild the road to Wendell Ford Airport, set to give Perry County its first-ever roundabout by 2027.

James Thompson2m read
HCTC Workforce Exchange Connects Employers, Students in Perry County April 16
Education

HCTC Workforce Exchange Connects Employers, Students in Perry County April 16

Perry County has $4.2M in new industrial space coming in 2026. HCTC's April 16 Workforce Exchange will connect employers to trained candidates and state grants covering up to 75% of training costs.

Sarah Chen3m read
Hazard Community and Technical College details programs, services, outcomes within KCTCS
Education

Hazard Community and Technical College details programs, services, outcomes within KCTCS

Hazard Community and Technical College reported a sharp shift to online learning and mixed student outcomes, affecting access and transfer pathways for Perry County residents.

Marcus Williams3m read
Hazard Softball Wins Seventh Straight Road Game, Blanks Jenkins 3-0
Education

Hazard Softball Wins Seventh Straight Road Game, Blanks Jenkins 3-0

Peyton Fields struck out 10 and Maggie Combs went 2-for-2 as Hazard softball blanked Jenkins 3-0 Wednesday, stretching the Lady Bulldogs' road win streak to seven straight.

Sarah Chen2m read
Hazard Community College strengthens Perry County workforce with training
Education

Hazard Community College strengthens Perry County workforce with training

Hazard Community & Technical College provides training, apprenticeships and community education that support local jobs and economic mobility for Perry County residents.

Lisa Park2m read
Hazard and Perry County Named Kentucky Trail Towns, Boost Tourism
Business

Hazard and Perry County Named Kentucky Trail Towns, Boost Tourism

Hazard and Perry County have been designated Kentucky Trail Towns, a state recognition for communities that provide services and access for hikers, paddlers and other outdoor recreationists. The designation highlights local trail access and tourism-ready amenities that can strengthen links between outdoor recreation, downtown commerce and small businesses, with potential to increase sustainable tourism and local economic activity.

Sarah Chen2m read
Wendell H. Ford Airport strengthens Perry County emergency and economic access
Business

Wendell H. Ford Airport strengthens Perry County emergency and economic access

Wendell H. Ford Regional Airport serves as a critical transportation hub about 10 miles northwest of Hazard, supporting general aviation, medevac flights, aerial firefighting and occasional charters. Its role in business travel and emergency response makes the facility a strategic asset for Perry County infrastructure planning and local economic resilience.

Sarah Chen2m read
Commodores Defeat Floyd Central 11-9 in High-Scoring Softball Thriller
Education

Commodores Defeat Floyd Central 11-9 in High-Scoring Softball Thriller

J. Mullins starred on the mound and at the plate as Perry County Central beat Floyd Central 11-9, their third win in a short stretch with postseason seeding now in play.

Sarah Chen2m read
Coal Fields Industrial Park to get $37.7M water plant, $4.2M state grant
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Coal Fields Industrial Park to get $37.7M water plant, $4.2M state grant

Coal Fields Regional Industrial Authority, on behalf of Hazard, is moving to build a $37.7 million secondary water plant and transmission line at the Coal Fields Industrial Park with $4.2 million in state KPDI support.

Sarah Chen3m read
Perry County Extension page central hub for local programs
Community

Perry County Extension page central hub for local programs

The Perry County Extension page lists local programs, events, and contact details for residents. It connects farmers, families, and 4-H youth to services and registration.

Sarah Chen2m read
Mother Goose House Preservation Urgent for Hazard's Tourism and Safety
Community

Mother Goose House Preservation Urgent for Hazard's Tourism and Safety

The iconic Mother Goose House in Hazard, built by George Stacy beginning in the 1930s and completed around 1940, remains a beloved local landmark but now needs exterior repairs, especially to the sculpted goose head. Residents and local officials are appealing for resources and volunteer efforts to stabilize the structure, an effort that matters for public safety, local tourism revenue, and Perry County’s cultural identity.

Lisa Park2m read
Perry County High School Students Join UK Engineers to Test Water Monitor
Education

Perry County High School Students Join UK Engineers to Test Water Monitor

Perry County high school students worked with University of Kentucky engineers at Buckhorn School to test and operate a water-monitoring device developed at UK.

Lisa Park1m read
Perry Plaza Phase 1 Delivers Utilities, 30 Acres for Commercial Growth
Business

Perry Plaza Phase 1 Delivers Utilities, 30 Acres for Commercial Growth

Perry Plaza Phase 1 installed utilities and prepared roughly 30 acres of developable lots near Highway 80 and KY-15, creating shovel-ready commercial land to attract businesses and jobs.

Sarah Chen2m read
Buckhorn Lake Park Anchors Perry County Outdoor Tourism Economy
Community

Buckhorn Lake Park Anchors Perry County Outdoor Tourism Economy

Buckhorn Lake State Resort Park in the Buckhorn area of Perry County is a year-round recreation and lodging hub built around a reservoir on the Middle Fork of the Kentucky River. Its mix of lodging, water access, trails and event capacity anchors local businesses, shapes seasonal traffic on KY-15 and county roads, and matters for budget and infrastructure decisions affecting the county’s future growth.

Sarah Chen2m read
Perry County Publishes Key Details for Wendell H. Ford Airport
Business

Perry County Publishes Key Details for Wendell H. Ford Airport

Perry County has posted a consolidated information page for Wendell H. Ford Airport in Chavies, giving residents, businesses, and emergency planners a single reference for operational details and contact information. The page clarifies hours, communications frequencies, facilities, and the airport's role as a regional access point about 10 miles northwest of Hazard, improving local planning and response capabilities.

Sarah Chen2m read
Perry County Website Centralizes Flood Recovery, Civic and Economic Resources
Government

Perry County Website Centralizes Flood Recovery, Civic and Economic Resources

Perry County’s official website serves as the county’s primary hub for public notices, flood recovery guidance, and economic development links, maintained by fiscal-court staff and departments. The centralized information matters to residents and local journalists because it provides authoritative schedules, contacts, and service links needed for recovery, public hearings, and long-term planning.

James Thompson2m read
USA Drone Port Brings High Tech Research, Jobs to Perry County
Business

USA Drone Port Brings High Tech Research, Jobs to Perry County

Perry County secured federal Abandoned Mine Lands grants to build the USA Drone Port, a national unmanned vehicle research and training center that aims to bring testing, manufacturing, and education to the region. The project promises 24 hour testing capability, new infrastructure and training pathways for local students and technicians, with funding administered locally by the Perry County Fiscal Court.

Sarah Chen2m read
Hazard ARH Remains Perry County Health Anchor, Employer and First Responder
Healthcare

Hazard ARH Remains Perry County Health Anchor, Employer and First Responder

Hazard ARH Regional Medical Center is the county's largest health care provider and a major employer, operating a network of hospitals, clinics, home health agencies and pharmacies that serve roughly 350,000 residents across eastern Kentucky and southern West Virginia. Its central role in emergency response, workforce health care employment and community health programs shapes access to care and public health preparedness for Perry County residents.

Lisa Park2m read
USA Drone Port to Build Unmanned Vehicle Hub, Boost Workforce
Business

USA Drone Port to Build Unmanned Vehicle Hub, Boost Workforce

Perry County economic development pages detail the USA Drone Port initiative, a planned national unmanned and robotic research development training and education facility tied to Hazard and the surrounding region. The project aims to build a hub intended to spur workforce development and diversify the county economy, an initiative that could reshape local job training and attract new investment.

Sarah Chen2m read
Hazard Middle School Career Fair Connects Students to Local Opportunities
Education

Hazard Middle School Career Fair Connects Students to Local Opportunities

Hazard Middle School held its annual career fair March 21, giving Perry County students a firsthand look at local professions from veterinary medicine to community employers.

Maria Santos2m read