Martin County, Ky – A 19‑year‑old Beauty woman faces multiple charges after Kentucky State Police responded to a collision on Evans Hill Road in Lovely just after 1:30 a.m. on May 13. Trooper L. Layne arrested Hayden Gilman and charged her with alcohol intoxication, an open alcohol container in a vehicle, no operator’s license, no insurance, and no valid registration.  The citation says Layne smelled a strong odor of alcohol on Gilman and noted slurred speech and trouble keeping her balance. Gilman allegedly told Layne her boyfriend was teaching her to drive and that she was behind the wheel when he saw police lights, told her to pull over and switch seats, then “began flying down the hill,” hitting another vehicle. Layne took Gilman to Paul B. Hall Medical Center in Paintsville for medical clearance; after she refused treatment, he transported her to the Big Sandy Regional Detention Center.

Perry County, Ky – One man is dead after an incident on a surface mine in Perry County. Officials say state police dispatch notified 911 that EMS was needed at a mine in Chavies for an incident involving a Caterpillar mechanic. Sheriff Joe Engle says 24‑year‑old Preston Pollard of Dice was working under a 992G loader, performing maintenance, when part of the machine fell on him. Pollard was pronounced dead at the scene by the Perry County coroner’s office. Sheriff Engle said his prayers go out to Pollard’s family, who he described as longtime neighbors and friends.

Magoffin County, Ky – Magoffin County Schools say a school bus was hit by a car Monday afternoon on Route 7 near the district bus garage. Officials say three people were on board at the time the driver, an adult monitor and one student and no injuries were reported. All three were checked and found safe, and the district thanked emergency crews for their quick response and assistance at the scene.

Prestonsburg, Ky – Kentucky Blood Center is helping celebrate America’s 250th birthday with its “Red, White and Blue Bell” promotion, running May 22 through July 4 at all KBC locations. Donors during the promotion will receive a voucher for a pint of Blue Bell Ice Cream and a “United We Give” T‑shirt, while supplies last. On opening day, Friday, May 22, donors will also receive a 20‑dollar Amazon gift card. Most donor centers are open on weekdays and Saturdays, with specific hours online. To schedule an appointment or find a mobile drive, visit kybloodcenter.org or call 800‑775‑2522; walk‑ins are also welcome.