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Kennedy Center renaming prompts new round of cancellations from artists
2+ hour, 46+ min ago (372+ words) The Cookers, a jazz supergroup that has performed together for nearly two decades, announced their withdrawal from "A Jazz New Year's Eve" on their'website, saying the "decision has come together very quickly" and acknowledging frustration from those who may have…...
WATCH: 2025 WYMT Year in Review Special
4+ hour ago (142+ words) WATCH: 2025 WYMT Year in Review Special'WYMT (WYMT) - From the February flood to the May tornado and the loss of our own Brandon Robinson, we remember the people and events that grabbed our attention in 2025. Join WYMT anchor Steve Hensley for…...
This Day in History - December 29, 2024
1+ day, 2+ hour ago (14+ words) This Day in History - December 29, 2024WYMT This Day in History - December 29, 2024...
Appalachian Arts Alliance seeks community support through end-of-year donor drive
5+ day, 10+ hour ago (272+ words) HAZARD, Ky. (WYMT) - The Appalachian Arts Alliance is holding an end-of-year donor drive focused on small, consistent giving as traditional funding sources become more uncertain. The alliance says the donor drive comes at a critical time as grants become harder…...
Mountain News at 5:30 Top Stories - Dec. 24, 2025
6+ day, 1+ hour ago (27+ words) Mountain News at 5:30 Top Stories - Dec. 24, 2025WYMT Elliott Co. vs. Betsy Layne - Mountain Schoolboy Classic Alice Lloyd College Mountain Top Ten - Dec. 29, 2025...
Local theater group presents ‘Resilience’ play featuring stories of tornado survivors
2+ week, 5+ day ago (298+ words) KNOX COUNTY, Ky. (WYMT) -A local theater production is bringing stories of resilience to the stage, featuring real accounts from community members who have helped those facing addiction, illness and family struggles. Cat Goguen, owner of Tri-County Mystery Meets, wrote…...
‘More than a myth’: Historic Harlan Museum officially opens
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (261+ words) HARLAN CO., Ky. (WYMT) - The Historic Harlan Museum opened its doors after nearly five years of development, offering visitors a comprehensive look at Harlan County's more than 200-year history. The museum sits in downtown Harlan and aims to expand knowledge…...
“Dukes of Hazzard” star hospitalized in Los Angeles
1+ mon, 4+ week ago (117+ words) LOS ANGELES, Ca. (WYMT) - Actress Catherine Bach, best known as Daisy Duke on the "Dukes of Hazzard" televison show, has been hospitalized in Los Angeles. The post says she has been admitted to the hospital on an emergency basis. Bach…...
Folks remember Appalachian treasure, Gurney Norman and his legacy throughout the mountains
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (405+ words) PERRY COUNTY, Ky. (WYMT) - Gurney Norman, an Appalachian writer and mentor left several legacies behind during his life in the mountains. Norman impacted several lives and touched many hearts, including Mindy Miller, director of development and communications at the Housing…...
Appalachian Arts Alliance hosts radio day
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (76+ words) HAZARD, Ky. (WYMT) - The Appalachian Arts Alliance is hosting its annual radio day on Tuesday. The 5th annual event is happening from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on WSGS. The event is for their month of giving. Folks can expect to hear Hazard's Mayor Happy…...