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Americans have always been volunteers. Giving back to their communities, working with their neighbors, and serving in the military have been positive characteristics of our ...
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Amendment to sewer ordinance passes first reading
An ordinance amending the current City of Middlesboro sewer regulations passed on the first reading Thursday night.
Roundtable forum held concerning drug abuse
A two-hour roundtable forum was held Thursday night by the Bell County League of Women Voters to discuss ...
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Citizen speaks on MPD, police chief at council meeting
The Middlesboro City Council was faced with a concerned citizen during Tuesday night’s meeting. Angela Jackson requested that Middlesboro Police Chief Jeff Sharpe be placed ...
by Ashley Collingsworth.
Opinion
Student athletes give advice on academics: Part I
Most of those who read my column work: Paid employment, volunteer work, tasks around the house and yardwork, if left undone, would create serious problems. ...
by Staff Reports.
Sports
Lady Jackets reclaim regional All ‘A’ title
After surrendering the 13th Region All “A” Classic title last year after four straight championships, the Middlesboro Lady Jackets left little doubt about who is ...
by Staff Reports.
Sports
Baseball comes up short against No. 11 Cumberlands
BARBOURVILLE — The Union College baseball team rallied late in the ninth, but it’s not enough as No. 11 University of the Cumberlands took the ...
by Staff Reports.
Opinion
General Assembly gets it right on HB 354
The difficult choices resulting from a broken revenue and taxation system were on display this week in Frankfort.
by Staff Reports.
News
Community Calendar
The Middlesboro Daily News will publish local events in the community calendar free of charge as space allows. We do not accept submissions called in ...
by Beth Key.
Sports
Bell County falls to Jackets in home-opener
One day after falling to Corbin in their opening game, the Bell County Bobcats suffered another setback in their home-opener against the Williamsburg Yellow Jackets ...
by John Dunn.
Sports
Middlesboro rallies past Lynn Camp in semifinals
Averaging 21 runs per game through two games this season, the Lady Jackets are winning games in dominating fashion in the 13th Region All “A” ...
by John Dunn.
Opinion
Today in History
Today is Wednesday, March 20, the 79th day of 2019. There are 286 days left in the year. Spring arrives at 5:58 p.m. Eastern time.
by Staff Reports.
News
Burn restrictions in place for KY
Burning restrictions remain in place throughout the State of Kentucky, and the Kentucky Department of Forestry is advising residents to use caution when burning.
by Ashley Collingsworth.
Sports
LMU gaining momentum behind winning-streak
WINGATE, N.C. — The Lincoln Memorial baseball team is starting to draw attention throughout the region, as an eight-game winning streak has landed the Railsplitters ...
by John Dunn.
Sports
Middlesboro dominates Williamsburg in season opener
WILLIAMSBURG — The Middlesboro Lady Jackets dominated their opening round match-up against the Williamsburg Lady Jackets in the 13th Region All “A” Classic on Monday.
by John Dunn.
Sports
Hope remains for Kentucky ahead of NCAA Tournament
Yes, UK’s setback to Tennessee in last Saturday’s SEC basketball tournament thriller was disappointing, but that doesn’t mean the Cats have lost their momentum for ...
by John Dunn.
News
Experience the Powell River at annual regatta
An opportunity to enjoy the beauty of the Powell River is coming up on April 20, when the fifth annual Powell River Regatta will take ...
by Staff Reports.
News
Cheek promoted to general manager
For 42 years, Pat Cheek has dedicated herself to serving the community of Middlesboro. Starting out as an assistant bookkeeper, Cheek’s work ethic afforded her ...
by John Dunn.
News
Cloud named regional editor of local papers
There will be a familiar face behind the editor’s desk of three local newspapers. Anthony Cloud has been named the regional editor for the Claiborne ...
by Staff Reports.
News
Former PCH Chief Financial Officer facing theft charges
The former Chief Financial Officer of Pineville Community Hospital remains in the Bell County Detention Facility awaiting extradition to Claiborne County.
by Ashley Collingsworth.
Sports
LMU begins five-game home stand against Shorter, Kentucky State
HARROGATE, Tenn. – Riding a season-long, eight-game winning streak, the Lincoln Memorial baseball team returns to Lamar Hennon Field this week to begin a five-game ...
by John Dunn.
Sports
MHS men, women find success in first meet of season
The Middlesboro Yellow Jackets and Lady Jackets track and field teams had a very successful meet on Saturday, winning three team events on the men’s ...
by John Dunn.
News
MHS academic team advanced to state
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