Author: jshepherd1102
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Tony K. Tackett Honored with 2026 Jr. Williamson East Kentucky Ambassador Award
The Pikeville-Pike County Convention and Visitors Bureau is proud to celebrate Executive Director Tony K. Tackett, who was recently recognized by the Southeast Kentucky Chamber of Commerce as the 2026 Jr. Williamson East Kentucky Ambassador. The award recognizes Tony’s dedication to promoting the history, culture, people, and places of Eastern Kentucky and his many years…
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Birding in Pike County, Kentucky: Real Life Pokémon GO in the Appalachian Mountains
There is a good chance you have watched birds before. Maybe a bright red cardinal landed outside your kitchen window. Maybe you stopped to watch a hawk circle above the highway. Maybe you have heard an owl calling from the mountains after dark, even if you never actually saw it. That is bird watching. Birding…
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Things to Do in Pikeville Pike County, KY This Weekend
Looking for things to do in Pikeville, KY this weekend? Whether you are planning a mountain getaway, visiting family or simply searching for something different to do, Pikeville and the […]
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2026 Fourth of July Events in Pikeville-Pike County, Kentucky
Pikeville and Pike County are preparing to celebrate Independence Day and America’s 250th birthday with fireworks, live music, river races, family activities, food and plenty of small-town hospitality. Festivities will […]
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The Ultimate Guide to Southeast Kentucky Vendor Malls, Flea Markets, & Antique Shops
The famous Country Music Highway US 23 and the surrounding mountain communities offers more than live entertainment, outdoor adventure, and unique Appalachian Heritage. There’s also plenty of opportunities for antiquers, […]
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Allen Bolling Captures the Spirit of the Marlow Tackett Memorial Concert and Horse Show
Photography by Allen Bolling Pikeville-Pike County’s horse show season kicked off with a special evening of music, memories, and mountain tradition during The Marlow Tackett Memorial Concert and Horse Show […]