Knox County 911 / Emergency Management

10/26/2026

Jason Garland has been found safe today at approximately 1:18p.m.
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URGENT NOTICE FROM THE KNOX COUNTY KY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT -
MISSING PERSON
Sunday, October 25, 2026

The Sheriff's Department is asking for the public's assistance in locating 25-year-old Jason Garland of Barbourville. He was last seen Saturday, October 24, 2026, leaving the Henson Hollow area in a White GMC Acadia with a temporary tag and a Navy SEAL sticker on the back of the car. The back window does not roll up.

He is described as a white male, 6 ft tall, 185 lbs., with brown hair, a thin moustache, and a goatee.

If you have seen Jason Garland or know his whereabouts, please call Knox 911 Dispatch at 606-546-3510.

Sgt. Jesse Smith is in charge of the investigation.

10/05/2026

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PUBLIC SAFETY ALERT – ESCAPED INMATE

Law enforcement agencies are actively searching for Charles Blake Randle following his escape from the Whitley County Detention Center on Sunday night, October 4, 2026.

At approximately 10:50 p.m., officers with the Williamsburg Police Department joined the Whitley County Sheriff’s Department, Kentucky State Police, and other area law enforcement agencies in responding to the detention center on KY Highway 92 West.

Authorities were advised that multiple detention center staff members had been assaulted during the incident and that Randal had escaped from the facility. He was last known to have fled on foot into a wooded area near the detention center.

A coordinated search of the area is underway utilizing multiple law enforcement resources, including aviation and K-9 assets.

⚠️ Randal’s whereabouts are currently unknown. Members of the public should not approach or attempt to detain him.

Anyone who sees Randal or has information regarding his location should immediately contact Whitley County 911 Dispatch at 606-549-6017. If possible, provide dispatchers with his location and direction of travel.

Residents in the surrounding area are encouraged to remain alert and report any suspicious activity to law enforcement.

10/02/2026

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⚠️ POWER OUTAGE UPDATE — ARTEMUS & BIMBLE ⚠️
October 2, 2026 | 2:42 p.m. EDT

Power has been restored to the Artemus circuit.

Crews are continuing to work on the Bimble circuit. We estimate power will remain out for an additional 4–5 hours. This timeframe may change as repairs progress.

Thank you for your continued patience as we work to safely restore service.

⚠️ POWER OUTAGE UPDATE — BIMBLE & ARTEMUS ⚠️

Barbourville Utilities crews are working as quickly as possible to restore power to customers in the Bimble and Artemus areas. Two circuits are affected, and we are calling in contractors to assist with restoration efforts.

Thank you for your patience and understanding as our crews work to safely get the power back on.

09/29/2026

!!!!!!!!! FOUND SAFE!!!!!!!!! FOUND SAFE

09/29/2026

As you lay your head down tonight, remember the family who won’t be sleeping the same tonight. 💙

A family lost a husband, a father, a son, a brother, and a hero tonight. While we get to hug our loved ones and tell them goodnight, theirs is facing an unimaginable goodbye.

We stand alongside our brothers and sisters of the Kentucky State Police during this incredibly difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with all those mourning this tremendous loss.

Rest easy, Trooper Phillips. Your service and sacrifice will never be forgotten.

09/23/2026

FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM EDT THIS AFTERNOON THROUGH THIS EVENING

* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.

* WHERE...Portions of northeast, south central, and southeast
Kentucky, including the following counties, in northeast Kentucky,
Johnson and Martin. In south central Kentucky, Laurel and Whitley.
In southeast Kentucky, Bell, Breathitt, Clay, Floyd, Harlan,
Jackson, Knott, Knox, Lee, Leslie, Letcher, Magoffin, Owsley,
Perry, Pike and Wolfe.

* WHEN...From 1 PM EDT this afternoon through this evening.

* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of creeks,
streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- Numerous to widespread showers and thunderstorms are expected this afternoon and evening. Locations that are impacted by repeated heavy downpours could experience excessive rainfall, leading to flash flooding.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action
should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.

09/23/2026

If you’re struggling, please remember: you matter, your life matters, and you don’t have to face it alone. There is help, there is hope, and there are people who want you here. 🫶🏼

988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline — Call or text 988.
Call family, call a friend, and always remember 911 is 24/7. We’re here to help.
Be kind. Check in. Save a life. 💛

05/17/2026

Found safe!!!

05/04/2026

04/29/2026

The roadway reopened at 8:43pm.
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URGENT MESSAGE - 7:20pm 4-29-26

There has been a serious accident on Highway 25E near Gilliam Hill in the Gray community. A medical helicopter was paged to the scene, but was cancelled.

One patient was taken to Baptist Hospital in Corbin.

Traffic northbound on 25E is being detoured at RECC onto KY 1232.
Traffic southbound is being detoured at J & G Market.

Responding to the scene is the Bailey Switch Fire Department. Knox EMS, Knox County Ky Sheriff's Department and West Knox Fire Department.

The roadway is expected to be shutdown for an extended period of time.