By KAREN JONES CODY Camp Nathanael sustained significant damage in last Thursday’s storm, but, as Camp Director Roy Hodson relates, that is not the end of the story. The immediate concern and assistance from the surrounding community turned the misfortune…
Unusual storm pattern strikes Camp Nathanael
By JORDAN THOMAS HALL Last Thursday’s storms were especially devastating for a Knott County religion- based camp. The well- known Camp Nathanael in Emmalena fell victim to a strange weather occurrence Thursday afternoon, July 5. Cleanup efforts are…
Residents unite to keep Garner safe
The Garner Community in Knott County has recently formed a Neighborhood Watch Committee to combat dangerous and illegal activity that contributes to an increase in crime in their back yard. Although the committee has only been meeting for several months,…
Bentley killed in Garner crash
By JORDAN THOMAS HALL The Garner community is mourning the passing of one of their young residents. Cody Bentley, 18, of Garner was killed in an accident in the “Mosley Town” area of Garner that occurred around 10 a.m. Friday…
Signs promote Hindman tourism
By SHARON K. HALL The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet has announced plans to put up new signs to promote tourism to historic attractions in Hindman. These Cultural and Recreational brown signs are intended to encourage motorists to visit Hindman and Knott…
Storm knocks out power in Knott Co. area
Many Knott County residents were among those with no electrical service after severe storms swept through Eastern Kentucky on Friday and Sunday nights. On Monday, July 2, Kentucky Power Company officials reported their efforts to assess damage and restore power…