If you’re looking for something a little different — and maybe a little spine-tingling — Carter Caves State Resort Park has a night planned that’s not for the faint of heart.
The Haunted Winter Expedition is returning to the historic Lewis Caveland Lodge on Saturday night, February 7th, and organizers say spots are almost completely gone.
From 10:00 p.m. until 1:00 a.m., guests will join SERIOUS Paranormal for a guided overnight investigation inside the lodge — a location long known for its chilling ghost stories and unexplained encounters. Participants will explore areas of reported activity, hear firsthand accounts from past investigations, and learn how real paranormal teams use specialized tools to document what can’t always be explained.
This isn’t a haunted house or a staged attraction — it’s a hands-on experience designed to give guests a closer look at the lodge’s haunted past and the science behind modern paranormal research.
The event is open to those ages 13 and up, with anyone under 18 required to attend alongside an adult. Cost is $40 per person, but space is extremely limited, and reservations are required in advance.
If you’ve ever wondered what happens after the lights go out at Lewis Caveland Lodge, this may be your chance to find out — but you’ll need to act fast. To reserve one of the remaining spots, call (606) 286-4411, extension 1.
Again, that’s the Haunted Winter Expedition, February 7th at Carter Caves State Resort Park — a night that promises chills, history, and maybe a few unanswered questions.
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February is officially Heart Health Month, and local health leaders are encouraging everyone in our listening area to take a moment to focus on something we often take for granted — our hearts.
The Kentucky River District Health Department is reminding the community that National Wear Red Day is observed on the first Friday of February, and this year that falls on Friday, February 6th.
Wearing red may seem simple, but the message behind it is an important one. National Wear Red Day serves as a cornerstone of Heart Health Month, helping raise awareness about cardiovascular disease, which remains the number one health threat to women in the United States.
Health officials say the day is about starting conversations — at home, at work, and in the community — about prevention, early detection, and the everyday choices that can help protect heart health over the long term.
So whether it’s a red shirt, a jacket, or even just a small splash of color, residents are encouraged to wear red this Friday, February 6th, and stand in support of heart health awareness.
It’s a small gesture that helps shine a brighter spotlight on a very big issue — and a reminder that taking care of our hearts is something we can all be part of.
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The Carter County Clean-Up Campaign has been canceled for this week due to the recent winter weather and ongoing road conditions across the county.
Officials who oversee the Clean-Up say the decision was made out of an abundance of caution, with safety for both residents and clean-up crews remaining the top priority.
The good news is the clean-up will return to the West End of Carter County beginning February 11th through the 13th. Dumpsters will once again be available at the county maintenance garage located along US 60, with personnel on site to assist with unloading each day from 8:00 AM until 2:30 PM.
The Carter County Clean-Up operates on a rotating schedule between the East and West ends of the county and is made possible through the continued efforts of the Carter County Solid Waste Department, helping keep local communities clean, safe, and looking their best.
Again, this week’s County Clean-Up has been canceled due to weather, with dumpsters returning to the West End in Grayson February 11th through the 13th, from 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM each day.