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Young Pirates looking to gain consistency as they hit the midseason mark
The Powell County Pirates started the 2013 season off with a record of 6 – 2. Since that point the Pirates have struggled against the competition. Going into the week Powell was just 3 – 4 after their hot start. The Pirates were off the early part of the week, Last Friday, Powell traveled to... »
Police search for city park arsonists: $50,000 playground damaged
There is no question that the city council is real proud of the work they have put into the Stanton City Park. A new blacktopped walking track, new pavilion and a playground that is worth almost $60,000 are just part of the improvements made at the park. In recent weeks some vandalism has created a... »
Beloved teacher Millie Abner passes away
A beloved teacher, librarian and friend of many, Millie Abner, passed away on Easter Sunday. Though not one to be the center of attention, she was one who loved her family, friends and community. She was 90. Abner was born in Slade and was active in her community. She was also active in her church,... »
Same recipe, different location: Iconic local delicacy changes hands
For 28 years, if you have lived in Powell County, you know the first sign of spring is not the flowers or warmer temperatures. No, it’s the numerous cars heading up Stanton Road, also known as Steam Shovel Hill, enroute to a little white building. That building was the home of Sue’s Hot Dogs.... »
Stanton businessman indicted for alleged rape
A local businessman who just had felony assault charges on a police officer amended down is now facing an even more serious accusation. The Powell County Grand Jury indicted Robert Lowe, 59, for second and third degree rape, and a sodomy third degree charge. Though the grand jury tapes have not been released and many... »
Grand jury returns indictments
The Powell Grand Jury wasted no time in returning indictments as they released nine last Wednesday afternoon. Among them is a woman who police say was driving 110 miles per hour on the Mountain Parkway while under the influence. Her four year old child was found laying in the backseat with no seat belt... »
Stolen truck found in Powell
While some kids and a few adults were finding Easter eggs last Sunday afternoon, the Powell County Sheriff’s Office found a stolen truck. But unlike those special surprise eggs, there was no fun in finding the truck. Deputies received a call about a truck on a logging road just off Barker’s Branch Road in the... »
Store manager charged with theft
An employee of a local business is not only out of work now but is also facing theft charges. A video camera at the business captured the employee allegedly stealing from the safe and the pop cooler. Police received a call about a theft from the Liberty Gas Station in Clay City last Wednesday morning.... »
‘Indescribable’ conditions lead to four arrests in home with 22 dogs, eight people
Police knew there was a problem as soon as the front door was opened at a home on Paint Creek Road last Wednesday afternoon. They say the odor coming from inside was just too much. Police found eight people inside a two bedroom home, including four children. They were apparently sharing the home with... »
Trial date of Aug. 15 set for accused murderer Wagner
The trial date for a man accused of murder has been set. Terrance Wagner was given a trial date of Aug. 15, but will be back in court next month for a pretrial conference. Wagner was indicted in the stabbing death of his neighbor last fall in the area known as the Clay City Bottoms. Police... »