2018-09-12

FOR RENT

1-BEDROOM APARTMENT — Beside Croucher’s Service Center, Isom. $350/ rent, $ 350/ deposit. References required. 606-633-9930. (5-7- ufnb) _________________ TRAILER FOR RENT —Charlie White Lane, Kona. $ 550/ month, $550/deposit. References required. 606- 437-6431. (4-18-ufnb) _________________ 1-BEDROOM APARTMENT — For rent, Main Street, Whitesburg. $ 450/ month, $450/deposit. References required. 606- 633-2563. (9-5-ufnb) _________________ HOUSE FOR RENT — Gordon. $350/month, […]

2 new thrillers are ‘stellar’ and ‘gut-wrenching’



“Tear Me Apart” (Mira), by J.T. Ellison Book Reviews “Tear Me Apart,” J.T. Ellison’s latest gut-wrenching thriller, asks the question: How far would a parent go to save the life of a child? Mindy Wright has a shot at being a top skier. During a critical race, she hits a spot near a flag incorrectly and ends up face down […]

NFL offers subscription-free streaming




The good news for football fans: It is much easier to watch NFL games online this year. The league has finally dropped a requirement that viewers sign in with a cable or satellite subscription, in hopes of expanding its online audience at a time when TV ratings are declining. Though there are restrictions — no free streaming on smart TVs, […]

Ancient spice has modern benefits


Turmeric has “spiced up” the news over the past few years! It’s a unique ingredient with an ancient history. Turmeric is thought to have originated in India over 5,000 years ago. It’s also a common ingredient in Chinese medicine and is the centerpiece of Ayurveda, a traditional Indian medicine. Turmeric is a spice present in nearly every Indian curry dish, […]

Food for Family Gatherings

Family gatherings like reunions, picnics and potlucks can bring fun, the chance to reunite with family and, of course, food and celebration. While catching up with family is most important for many, food typically comes in a close second. Tried-and-true favorites are welcome, but so are new additions. This starter duo of Baked Onion, Goat Cheese and Sun-Dried Tomato Dip […]

Miss Mtn. Heritage Pageant set Sept. 22

The Letcher County Central High School cheerleaders will host the Miss Mountain Heritage pageant at the LCCHS auditorium beginning at 6 p.m., Sept. 22. Divisions include Pre- Teen Contestants (ages 13-14), Miss Teen Contestants (ages 14-17) and Miss Mountain Heritage Contestants (ages 18-23). Applications may be picked up at the LCCHS office or from any cheerleader. Contact Donna Perkins for […]

Memorial service held for Ronald G. Fields

Ronald G. Fields, 69, died August 29 at the Charleston Area Medical Center. Born at Kingscreek, he was the son of the late Herman and Gertrude Mason Fields. He was also preceded in death by a niece, Melanie Cooper Blair; a nephew, Marcus Glen Cooper; and a brother-in-law, Glen Cooper. Mr. Fields was central business manager at Case Construction Company. […]

Pie was sold for $65


My weekend was like being on a wild goose chase. I wanted to go to Carcassonne to the square dance, and my son Randy tried to get me there, but we couldn’t find it. I don’t know how we missed the hollow that you take to get up to it. We drove all the way to Red Star and we […]

Starting school can be hard on kids


Congratulations go to our Rose Collier! She is the newest employee at the Letcher County Senior Citizens. We are so proud and happy for her, too. Our September birthdays are Jeannie Ingram – 3rd, James Amburgey – 7th, Elmer Hammonds – 7th, Fay Halberstadt – 12th, John Reedy – 13th, Elsie Jent – 20th, Dorothy Tacket – 29th, and Fern […]

Rites held for Van Goodman

Van Goodman, 62, of Cromona, died September 1 at Pikeville Medical Center. Born in Neon, he was a son of the late James Thomas and Geneva Young Goodman, and a brother of the late William Goodman, Harold Goodman, Earl Ray Goodman and Dennis O’Neil Goodman. Surviving are his wife, Rita Smallwood Goodman; three sons, Jeremy Goodman of Paducah, Tim Arnold […]