Loading...|Loading...
MARKETS
Loading market data...

Prism Local News

Perry County, Kentucky

"Your Local News, Powered by AI Journalism"

Stay Connected

Get the latest Perry, KY news delivered directly to your inbox.

Free weekly newsletter · Unsubscribe anytime

By subscribing, you agree to our Privacy Policy

About Perry, KY

Local News
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.
Covering
Hazard, Vicco, Buckhorn, Chavies and 343 square miles in southeastern kentucky

Local Updates

Active

Newsroom monitoring local Perry, KY developments. Next update cycle in 37 minutes.

Share

More Local News

Perry County calendar centralizes local events, community gatherings, family activities
Community

Perry County calendar centralizes local events, community gatherings, family activities

Residents can email events into Perry County’s official calendar, then use one page to track library programs, youth activities, and countywide traditions.

Lisa Park5m read
ARH launches Lifestyle Medicine clinic in Hazard to fight chronic disease
Healthcare

ARH launches Lifestyle Medicine clinic in Hazard to fight chronic disease

Hazard patients with diabetes, obesity and heart disease now have a dedicated ARH clinic built around nutrition, sleep, exercise and stress care. The program is the first formal lifestyle medicine service in Kentucky.

Lisa Park2m read
KSP troopers host Cover the Cruiser fundraiser for Special Olympics Kentucky in Hazard
Community

KSP troopers host Cover the Cruiser fundraiser for Special Olympics Kentucky in Hazard

KSP Post 13 troopers brought Cover the Cruiser to Walmart in Daniel Boone Plaza, where a $1 donation put a custom icon on the cruiser and supported Special Olympics Kentucky.

Marcus Williams2m read
Greeneville shuts out Hazard 7-0 in Buddy Hawk Classic
Education

Greeneville shuts out Hazard 7-0 in Buddy Hawk Classic

Greeneville scored five in the third and blanked Hazard 7-0 at Dale Alexander Field, leaving Hazard with just two hits and its biggest loss since March 28.

Lisa Park1m read
GNCC Racing debuts at Mine Made Adventure Park near Hazard
Community

GNCC Racing debuts at Mine Made Adventure Park near Hazard

GNCC’s first Kentucky stop brought Steward Baylor’s Dukes of Hazzard-themed Kawasaki to Mine Made Adventure Park, with 13-round series traffic landing just outside Hazard.

Marcus Williams2m read
Letcher County Central routs Buckhorn 15-0, next faces Perry County Central
Education

Letcher County Central routs Buckhorn 15-0, next faces Perry County Central

Letcher County Central scored 14 runs in the first inning and rolled 15-0, a warning shot before its Friday home date with Perry County Central.

Marcus Williams2m read
Perry County Sheriff publishes checkpoint locations across major roadways
Government

Perry County Sheriff publishes checkpoint locations across major roadways

Perry County’s checkpoint map shows where traffic enforcement may land on the roads locals use most. From Grapevine to Buckhorn, the published locations can shape how drivers plan every trip.

Marcus Williams5m read
Perry County School District posts 2025-26 calendar for families, staff
Education

Perry County School District posts 2025-26 calendar for families, staff

Perry County families can map the year at a glance: the first full day is Aug. 5, and school ends May 21 after winter and spring breaks.

Sarah Chen2m read
Perry County Clerk website streamlines records, renewals and election information
Government

Perry County Clerk website streamlines records, renewals and election information

Perry County residents can now check renewals, deeds and election deadlines before making a courthouse trip, cutting wasted time for Hazard and outlying households.

Marcus Williams5m read
Hazard unveils downtown coal miner memorial honoring more than 400 names
Community

Hazard unveils downtown coal miner memorial honoring more than 400 names

More than 400 names now stand in downtown Hazard, where a coal miner memorial turns Triangle Park into a daily reminder of Perry County’s mining losses.

Sarah Chen2m read
82-year-old Perry County woman killed in two-vehicle crash on Old Beech Fork Road
Government

82-year-old Perry County woman killed in two-vehicle crash on Old Beech Fork Road

A steep curve on Old Beech Fork Road killed Bobbie Boggs, 82, and sent Kentucky State Police into a reconstruction probe that could clarify fault.

Marcus Williams2m read
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
Perry County Farmer’s Market hosts family-friendly April pop-up in downtown Hazard
Community

Perry County Farmer’s Market hosts family-friendly April pop-up in downtown Hazard

Families got a one-day downtown Hazard stop with free kids’ activities, local produce and Carrot Cash for children 17 and under.

Marcus Williams2m read
Perry County fire crews battle 13 wildfires as flames near Hazard home
Community

Perry County fire crews battle 13 wildfires as flames near Hazard home

Flames crept down a ridge in Hazard and stopped just yards from a back door as Perry County crews worked 13 wildfires at once.

Sarah Chen2m read
Perry County Central routs Hazard 12-1 in county rivalry win
Education

Perry County Central routs Hazard 12-1 in county rivalry win

M Shepherd homered twice and J Mullins threw six strong innings as Perry County Central turned a tight county rivalry into a 12-1 rout.

Marcus Williams2m read
Former Hazard Mayor Nan Gorman, 98, becomes WYMT's oldest guest ever
Community

Former Hazard Mayor Nan Gorman, 98, becomes WYMT's oldest guest ever

Nan Gorman, Hazard’s former mayor and Kentucky seal artist, became WYMT’s oldest guest at 98, a reminder of the civic legacy Perry County still knows by name.

Lisa Park2m read
State audit finds Perry County Clerk report misstated, flags control weaknesses
Government

State audit finds Perry County Clerk report misstated, flags control weaknesses

Auditors said Perry County’s clerk overstated receipts and excess fees, and one employee handled cash, postings and bank reconciliations.

James Thompson2m read
Kentucky State Police Post 13 anchors regional public safety in Hazard
Government

Kentucky State Police Post 13 anchors regional public safety in Hazard

From Hazard, Post 13 is the state police backstop for major wrecks, serious crimes, and emergency searches across five counties. Perry County relies on that reach when local calls get bigger.

James Thompson5m 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
Hazard Fire Department serves 30,000 daily in Perry County
Community

Hazard Fire Department serves 30,000 daily in Perry County

Hazard Fire Department covers 7,000 residents, but its daily reach jumps to nearly 30,000, with a four-minute response time and a fleet built for more than fires.

Sarah Chen2m 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
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
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
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 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 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.

James Thompson1m read