Paintsville, Ky – The Johnson County Health Department and the City of Paintsville are teaming up to make overdose‑reversing medicine available around the clock. A new 24‑hour Narcan kiosk has been installed at the Johnson County 911 Office in Paintsville, offering free naloxone nasal spray, the medication that can quickly reverse an opioid overdose and restore breathing. Health officials say no prescription is needed and the kits are designed to help in emergencies involving opioids, including powerful synthetics like fentanyl. The health department is also looking for partners to host additional kiosks and notes residents can find other Naloxone sites across Kentucky by visiting findnaloxone.ky.gov.

Magoffin County, Ky – The Magoffin County Sheriff’s Office arrested two people Monday, May 4, after a complaint about possible illegal narcotics trafficking. Deputies responded to a residence on Jake Wireman Road, where they first made contact with a juvenile at the door. The child called for his father, and an adult male came to the door. When he realized law enforcement was present, he ran toward the back of the home, but deputies detained him and another man inside. Further investigation led to the seizure of four grams of suspected methamphetamine, several oxycodone pills, and multiple items of drug paraphernalia.

Prestonsburg, Ky – Johnson Central High School and Betsy Layne Elementary School were both evacuated Tuesday after separate bomb threats were posted on Facebook. Police are currently sweeping both buildings. District officials say everyone at each school is safe and secure. School leaders are asking people to remain calm and not come to Johnson Central or Betsy Layne Elementary, so law enforcement has the space and time needed to do its job. This story will be updated as new information becomes available.

Morgan County, Ky – Morgan County magistrates will see their yearly pay more than double next fiscal year, following a vote at a special called fiscal court meeting. Magistrate pay will increase from 8,400 dollars to 18,000 dollars a year, with three magistrates voting for the raise and two voting against it. Morgan County Attorney Myles Holbrook and Fifth District Magistrate Leroy Phipps both criticized the move, calling the process inappropriate and warning higher pay could attract candidates more interested in money than service. Supporters say the raise is overdue and brings pay in line with similar counties.