Carter County clean up dumpster will be on the WEST END this week and open Wednesday through Friday (9/9 - 9/11) 8:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Autumn’s rolling in and Olive Hill is getting ready to celebrate — mark your calendars for the 9th Annual “It’s Fall Y’all!” Vendor & Craft Festival at the historic Olive Hill Depot. That’s Saturday, October 4th, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Railroad Street.

This is a true hometown day out — organizers promise a wide variety of vendors and handmade crafts, plenty of local food, live music, family activities and even inflatables for the kids. It’s the kind of fall festival that brings neighbors together, supports local makers, and fills the depot grounds with great smells, good tunes, and small-town energy.

Best of all: 100% of the profits from the festival will go toward restoring Olive Hill’s caboose, a project that will preserve a piece of our railroad heritage right here in Trail Town. So when you shop and eat at the festival you’re not just enjoying a perfect fall day — you’re helping keep our history alive.

Want to be a vendor or make a donation? Head to olivehilltrailtown.com or stop by the Olive Hill Welcome Center to sign up or get more details. Organizers say more announcements are coming, so keep an eye on their Facebook page for the latest.

We’ll see you at the depot on October 4th — bring a friend, bring the family, and come help Olive Hill celebrate fall the local way.

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We want to pass along an important warning from Kentucky Power. Since this past weekend, there have been reports of a door-to-door sales group in Boyd and Greenup counties falsely claiming to represent Kentucky Power and AEP.

If someone shows up at your door saying they’re from the power company, here’s what you need to know: Kentucky Power says their employees are always properly identified and will never pressure you about your account. If you’re ever unsure, don’t give out personal information, and don’t feel pressured to make any quick decisions at the door.

Instead, you can call Kentucky Power directly at 1-800-572-1113 to confirm whether a representative is legitimate. And if you spot something suspicious, report it right away.

For more tips on how to recognize scams and protect yourself, you can also visit their website — we’ll share that link on our page.

Your safety and security are top priorities for Kentucky Power — and staying alert is the best way to protect yourself and your neighbors.

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It’s time to celebrate a big milestone in our community! All Creatures Veterinary Care is turning the big 3-0 — and they’re inviting YOU to their 30th Anniversary Celebration on Friday, September 12th from 2 to 7 PM!

This free, family-friendly event is packed with fun: the West Carter FFA will be serving up delicious food and drinks, plus you can enjoy a petting zoo, pony rides, tours of the clinic, adoptable pets from the Carter County Animal Shelter, and lots of great door prizes.

And the party doesn’t stop there — starting at 6 PM it’s time to kick off the Parking Lot Party! First up, live music from Dustin Burchett and Philip Green, followed at 7 by the one and only Bigg Catt Daddy Band with oldies, eighties favorites, and some original tunes too.

So grab your lawn chairs, lace up your dancing shoes, and come celebrate 30 years of care and community with ACVC. It’s all happening Friday, September 12th — 2 to 7 PM, right at All Creatures Veterinary Care. 

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Get ready, theater fans! The Olive Hill Center for Arts & Heritage has announced their next big production — 9 to 5: The Musical!

Auditions are open to anyone 16 and older, and they’ll take place on Friday, September 12th and Friday, September 19th at 6 p.m. The location is the Olive Hill Center for Arts & Heritage at 120 Comet Drive.

Based on the classic Dolly Parton film, this hilarious and empowering musical is packed with humor, heart, and unforgettable songs.

If you’ve ever dreamed of being on stage, this is your chance to shine! That’s 9 to 5: The Musical, with auditions September 12th and 19th at 6 p.m. in Olive Hill.