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PRESTONSBURG, Ky. — The man accused of killing Amber Spradlin will see his bond remain at $5 million, the judge in the case ruled Monday afternoon. Spradlin’s body was found in the Arkansas Creek home of Dr. Michael McKinney on June 18, 2023. She had been stabbed at least 12 times in the neck and head. McKinney’s son, M.K. McKinney, has been charged with her murder. Both McKinneys and family friend Josh Mullins are also charged with eight counts of evidence tampering for allegedly trying to cover up the crime. M.K. McKinney’s bond has been set at $5 million, full […]

Christopher Springfield, 43, of Pikeville, was arrested back in May after Kentucky State Police raided his home and reported finding large amounts of meth, fentanyl and crack cocaine. In July, a federal grand jury charged him with possession of meth, fentanyl and cocaine with the intent to distribute, possession of a firearm by a convicted felon and two counts of distributing fentanyl.

The Floyd County Sheriff's Office says Ken Tackett, 59, of Beaver, was driving along the highway when he left the road and struck a tree. Investigators believe it is likely Tackett had a medical emergency which caused him to leave the road.

“Hunger is a serious problem throughout our region, especially during the holidays and colder winter months,” Food City President and CEO Steven C. Smith said. “Food City is proud to host a number of hunger relief programs throughout the year, including our Friends & Pets in Need Holiday Food Drive. The drive will benefit local hunger relief organizations and animal shelters throughout our area at a critical time.”