Chandler Wilcox

Kentucky

Reporter at WYMT-TV (Hazard, KY)

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KSP investigating deadly ATV crash

Dec 9, 2024 | ourcommunitynow.com | Chandler Wilcox

HARLAN COUNTY, Ky. (WYMT) - One man is dead following an ATV crash on Saturday in the Blair community of Harlan County. Officials said Thomas Shepard, 75, appeared to have lost control of the ATV as he was going up a hill, causing it to roll on him. Shepard was pronounced dead at the scene. Kentucky State Police is investigating the crash. CONTINUE READING
Eastern Kentucky’s connection to the White House

Nov 7, 2024 | ourcommunitynow.com | Chandler Wilcox

Share JACKSON, Ky. (WYMT) - Former President Donald Trump and his running mate JD Vance’s victory in the presidential election will lead to an Eastern Kentucky connection to the White House. Vance has a well-documented family history in the mountains, specifically in Breathitt County. Vance wrote about his Appalachian experience in “Hillbilly Elegy,” which led to polarizing opinions.
Judge shot, killed in his chambers; sheriff arrested, reports say

Sep 19, 2024 | weau.com | Chandler Wilcox

LETCHER COUNTY, Ky. (WKYT/WYMT/Gray News) - A judge is dead after a shooting at the Letcher County Courthouse. The Mountain Eagle reported that Letcher County Sheriff Mickey Stines is accused of shooting District Judge Kevin Mullins in his office. The coroner confirmed to WKYT that one person was killed in the shooting but did not immediately identify that person as Mullins. However, Gov.
One East Kentucky officials talk economic development

Aug 20, 2024 | wymt.com | Chandler Wilcox

HAZARD, Ky. (WYMT) - One East Kentucky Officials hosted a luncheon to discuss past developments and future goals on Tuesday at Hazard Community and Technical College. The organization was established in 2015 with the mission of developing the region economically. With the help of investment from city and county officials throughout the region, One East Kentucky President Colby Kirk said they are working to make sites more prepared for potential businesses.
Judge responds to dentist’s return to work request

Aug 19, 2024 | wymt.com | Chandler Wilcox

PRESTONSBURG, Ky. (WYMT) - Dr. Michael McKinney, his son, M.K. McKinney, and Josh Mullins were rearraigned with more charges relating to the Amber Spradlin murder case. The charges were related to tampering with physical evidence. All three entered not guilty pleas. Dr. Michael McKinney’s attorney also recently requested that his client be able to return to work. Dr. McKinney is the owner of Floyd County Smiles. The request was to continue operating his business while on home incarceration GPS.
Buckhorn School almost ready for students

Aug 15, 2024 | wymt.com | Chandler Wilcox

BUCKHORN, Ky. (WYMT) - Administrators with Perry County Schools announced Wednesday the Buckhorn School reopening would be delayed. Students were originally scheduled to return Aug. 15. Classes will now begin Aug. 26. Although they are close, administrators said there are still some things to be done before the school is opened. “We worked through those, and are working through those with the construction managers and the architects and the engineers.
Man facing child sex abuse charges

Aug 13, 2024 | wymt.com | Chandler Wilcox

CORBIN, Ky. (WYMT) - A Laurel County man is facing child sex abuse charges. Police arrested Jerry Dunn, 58, on Monday after an investigation. Dunn is charged with 20 counts of possessing matter portraying a sexual performance by a minor. He was also charged in 2022 with rape, sodomy and sexual abuse. Dunn was taken to the Knox County Detention Center. Copyright 2024 WYMT. All rights reserved.
Attorney reacts to murder trial verdict

Aug 9, 2024 | wymt.com | Phil Pendleton |Chandler Wilcox

LONDON, Ky. (WYMT) - A Western Kentucky grand jury indicted a man on a murder charge in the death of a Southern Kentucky police officer. Casey Byrd was charged with the murder of London police officer Logan Medlock after a car crash in October 2022. Almost two years later, some said it was a struggle seeing videos of what happened in the courtroom. “We also had pictures of the scene, video taken that had recorded the crash.
First responder, mother arraigned after deadly crash

Aug 7, 2024 | wymt.com | Chandler Wilcox

HYDEN, Ky. (WYMT) - A mother and her son, a first responder, were arraigned in court after being indicted on charges stemming from a deadly fire truck crash in October 2023 that killed a fellow first responder. Police said Austin Turner was driving a Coon Creek Volunteer Fire Department truck when it crashed, killing passenger and fellow first responder Regina Huffman. Austin Turner entered a not guilty plea in Leslie County Circuit Court. He was indicted on murder and wanton endangerment charges.
Police searching for suspected thief

Aug 6, 2024 | wymt.com | Chandler Wilcox |Phil Pendleton

CORBIN, Ky. (WYMT) - Police are searching for a man suspected of breaking into a Subway overnight. Officers with the Corbin Police Department said video surveillance showed a man entering the building early in the morning on July 31. “It showed a single male subject entering the premises through the drive through window, at 2 a.m., he left with both cash register boxes,” said Corbin Police Detective Robbie Hodge.

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