Twenty years ago he started collecting suitcases from wherever and whenever he could and donating them to foster care facilities.

Corbin Mayor Suzie Razmus and Grace Health CEO Michael Stanley signed a proclamation today promoting the services provided.

Austin Casebolt is heading to New York, following his artistic passions. But first, he is using that art to leave his mark on Pikeville, the city that made him who he is.

WYMT independently confirms all coverage area positive COVID-19 cases, along with any coronavirus-related deaths, with local health departments before publishing any details.

The numbers continue to climb across Eastern Kentucky. 11 counties are reporting more than 100 cases since the beginning of the pandemic in March.

One third of patients recovered from COVID-19 still have abnormal kidney function after they leave the hospital, which requires lifelong care.