News & Updates
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News & Updates
Stay in the loop with the latest tourism news, local events, and behind-the-scenes updates from Paintsville. From community festivals to fresh features on our favorite places, this is where we share what’s new and noteworthy around town.
This Saturday in Van Lear: Celebrate a Legend, Ride the Holler, and Enjoy a Day of Appalachian Fun
If you’re looking for something unforgettable to do this Saturday, set your sights on Van Lear, Kentucky. Where else can
Gary Stewart: The Honky-Tonk Fire from Kentucky Coal Country
Before he was called the King of the Honky-Tonks, Gary Stewart was a mountain boy from Letcher County. His story
Where the Hills Still Remember: A Visit to Butcher Holler, Loretta Lynn’s Homeplace
Take the winding road into Butcher Holler and step into the Appalachian roots, coal country history, and mountain legacy that
Paintsville Tourism Welcomes New Tourism Director Brooke Lemonds-Rouse
Meet Paintsville’s new Tourism Director, Brooke Lemonds, and learn how her experience and vision will help shape the future of
December Events in Paintsville
Celebrate the season with festive events, community gatherings, holiday activities, and local happenings taking place throughout Paintsville this December.
2025 Kentucky Apple Festival
Get ready for one of Paintsville’s most beloved traditions with festival highlights, event details, entertainment, and everything to know about