Backroads of Appalachia speaker urges Owsley County to expand off-road tourism, proposes transient tax and local exemptions for residents A representative for Backroads of Appalachia briefed the court on recent and planned events, urged the county to adopt a transient (transient occupancy) tax to fund tourism and infrastructure, and described local benefits including free access for county residents and training/partnership opportunities.

Owsley County could be on the brink of a tourism boom with new off-road events and a proposed visitor tax that exempts locals while attracting visitors—could this transform the community?

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I had the chance to sit down with filmmaker & Professor Seth McClellan to discuss his documentary film, "Shiners: Voices from Owsley County." You can watch my full interview with Seth now!

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Up next is my interview with filmmaker & professor Seth McClellan. Seth directed the documentary film Shiners: Voices from Owsley County. Tune in tomorrow @ 7 pm EST to hear Seth talk all about it!

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PRTC announces Customer Appreciation Day and tire pickup event on 28th PRTC prepares for Customer Appreciation Day on the 28th and a tire pickup event.

Owsley County is buzzing with excitement as community members gear up for a fun-filled Customer Appreciation Day and a crucial tire pickup event—join the celebration and make a difference!

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County officials unveil new veterans memorial wall plans and rescue squad equipment updates County officials announce relocation of memorial wall and introduce new rescue equipment.

Owsley County is set to honor its veterans with a stunning new memorial wall, alongside exciting upgrades to emergency services that will enhance community safety.

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Residents request county road repairs amid hazardous winter conditions Neighbors urge county officials for emergency funding to repair dangerous roads after snowfall

Local residents are demanding urgent road repairs after hazardous winter conditions left many stranded and frustrated in Owsley County.

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