Nolan Group Media Offers Career Opportunities Across the Region For many hardworking individuals across southeastern and south-central Kentucky, long hours, unpredictable schedules, and weekend …
Hello friends! First, I want to say thank you for the incredible response to last week’s article on lodging. I was overwhelmed — in the best way — by the number of people who read, shared …
It was a big week for our community as funding was secured by Senate President Robert Stivers for Clay County. I am especially proud to share that the Clay County Board of Education will receive $5.5 …
Hello friends! I hope everyone is doing well. I’ve had a lot on my mind this week — specifically, how we take Manchester from being a great day-trip destination to becoming a place people …
There was a time—not all that long ago—when growing up meant facing things most kids today will never be asked to endure. I came across an old photograph recently that stopped me in my …
Each year for St. Patrick’s Day, my husband’s family has a “Green Party.” Yes, we have green eggs—green everything, pretty much—and it is so much fun. Traditions are something I …
Hello friends! I hope everyone is doing well. It looks like the rest of the week is going to be beautiful, so let’s get out and enjoy it. Our town may be small, but it’s mighty. Over …
Hello friends! I hope everyone is doing well. And how about this weather? One day it’s pushing 80 degrees, and the next day we’re waking up to 32 degrees and snow. That’s Kentucky for you! …
Some articles are simply harder to write than others. Sometimes the right words just won’t come, and this seems to be one of those times. The first time I remember seeing Bryson Cottongim was …
Tuesday, Clay County High School officials responded quickly to a situation involving an 18-year-old attempting to enter the school. School staff acted immediately and the situation was resolved …
Covering the 13th Region Tournament remains one of my favorite times of the year. It takes me back — not just to great basketball, but to the very foundation of who I am. Sports gave me my …
The announcement that a Laurel County grand jury returned a “No True Bill” in the December 2024 shooting death of Doug Harless has sparked strong reactions, as decisions like this often do. For …
Hello friends! I hope everyone is enjoying the snow and all the excitement that comes with tournament time. This latest round of winter weather kind of snuck up on us, didn’t it? It feels like …
Hey friends! I hope everyone is doing well. It looks like the snow is finally melting and our kids are back in school. I know this winter has been tough for some folks, but hang in there — warmer …
POINT: Parents’ Behavior Has Gone Too Far and Is Hurting Youth Sports Youth and high school athletics are meant to teach discipline, teamwork, accountability, and resilience. Increasingly, …
Last week, after we shared a post announcing that The Manchester Enterprise had earned 13 Kentucky Press Association awards for 2025, something happened that meant more to me than the …
Hello, February. You came in like a lion, I must say—cold and snow on top of the existing ice that was already sticking around like a hair in a biscuit. I’m over it. But I don’t intend on …
I hope everyone is staying safe and warm during these winter months. I know some folks are tired of winter, but I’m personally excited for more snow. I understand it can be hard on people, and I …
“The truth will set you free, but first it will piss you off.” — Gloria Steinem. That quote rings true in more ways than most of us care to admit. Time and time again in my life, I’ve …
Hello friends! I hope everyone is gearing up for the winter storm. Apparently this one is really coming, and it’s a great time to be a grocery store—or a propane—salesman. Nonetheless, I hope …