Appalachia Insider

06/15/2026

🚨 RECALL ALERT: Organic Baby Formula Recalled Nationwide After Infant Botulism Cases

Federal health officials have announced a nationwide recall of Nara Organics Whole Milk Organic Powdered Infant Formula following a multistate outbreak of infant botulism.

According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, three infants between 2 and 5 months old became ill in California, Pennsylvania, and Washington after consuming the formula. All three were hospitalized and treated.

The recalled formula was sold nationwide through Target stores, Target.com, and Nara.com.

Infant botulism is a rare but serious illness that can affect babies under 1 year old. Symptoms may include constipation, poor feeding, drooping eyelids, weak muscle tone, difficulty swallowing, and breathing problems.

Parents and caregivers who have this formula are urged to stop using it immediately and monitor infants for symptoms. Anyone who suspects their child may be ill should seek medical attention right away.

Federal officials say the recalled product represents less than 1% of the U.S. infant formula market and is not expected to create supply shortages.

Source: FDA, CDC, LEX 18

06/15/2026

🚧 Road Work Planned Across District 10 Monday

Drivers may encounter delays Monday, June 15, as Kentucky Transportation Cabinet crews conduct maintenance operations across several Eastern Kentucky counties.

Lee County
• Pothole patching on KY 52 between milepoints 7-13
• Mowing on KY 52 East, KY 399, and KY 2016

Estill County
• Pothole patching on KY 1571
• Mowing on KY 89 between milepoints 19-22
• Mowing on KY 499 between milepoints 0-7

Magoffin County
• Maintenance work on KY 1090 between milepoints 4-5

Menifee County
• Mowing on KY 36 and KY 77

Morgan County
• Work on US 460 East and KY 191
• Mowing on KY 844

Perry County
• Work on KY 476 between milepoints 12-13
• Mowing on various routes throughout the county

Wolfe County
• Work on KY 3356 between milepoints 0-3
• Mowing on KY 746 between milepoints 0-6

Motorists are encouraged to slow down, watch for workers and equipment, and allow extra travel time when passing through work zones.

Source: Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 10

06/15/2026

👶 Free Infant Formula Available in Magoffin County

The Magoffin County Health Department is offering free Happy Baby Organic Infant Formula while supplies last.

Photos shared by the department show multiple containers of infant formula available for pickup outside the health department. The department also appears to have a quantity of clothing available at no cost.

Families in need are encouraged to stop by and check availability.

Source: Magoffin County Health Department

06/15/2026

🚨 FDA Class I Recall Issued for Alfredo Sauce Distributed in Kentucky

A nationwide recall has been issued for certain batches of Alfredo Sauce produced by The Coffee Connection Co., Inc. after a supplier recalled a dry milk powder ingredient due to potential Salmonella contamination.

The recall involves 913 cases of 3 lb. 7 oz. bags of Alfredo sauce distributed in Kentucky and numerous other states. The FDA has classified the recall as Class I, its most serious classification, indicating there is a reasonable probability that use of the product could cause serious health consequences.

Consumers and food service providers should check product numbers, lot numbers, and best-by dates associated with the recall and avoid using affected products.

Salmonella can cause fever, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. Young children, older adults, and those with weakened immune systems are at greater risk for severe illness.

The recall remains ongoing.

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

06/15/2026

06/14/2026

🚨 Traffic Alert: Crash Reported at Prestonsburg “College Red Light”

Motorists are reporting a crash at the College Street/U.S. 23 intersection in Prestonsburg.

According to witnesses at the scene, a black Lexus SUV appears to be involved. Traffic entering U.S. 23 may be impacted, and drivers may want to consider an alternate route until the scene is cleared.

Emergency responders and the Floyd County Sheriff’s Office are on scene.

At this time, no information has been released regarding injuries or the cause of the crash.

We will provide updates as more information becomes available.

Source: Witness reports and photos from the scene.

06/14/2026

🚧 Road Closure Scheduled in Wolfe County

Drivers who use KY 3356 (Stamper Branch Road) south of Toliver will need to plan for a temporary closure on Wednesday, June 17.

The road is scheduled to close at milepoint 4.0 from 7 a.m. until approximately 3 p.m. while crews install a drainage pipe. The closure area is located just south of Clark Branch Road, near KY 1010.

No signed detour will be posted. Motorists can use KY 191 and KY 1010 through Hazel Green to bypass the work zone.

The project may be postponed in the event of inclement weather.

Source: WCBJ 103.7 The Wolfe Campton/Jackson

06/13/2026

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06/13/2026

🚨 Death Investigation Underway in Laurel County

The Laurel County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after a body was discovered in the water off KY 1956 west of London on Saturday afternoon.

According to Sheriff John Root, deputies responding to a welfare check located a deceased individual in the river. The person was later identified as Terry Vickers of London.

Investigators believe drowning may be the cause of death, though the investigation remains ongoing.

Multiple agencies assisted at the scene, including Kentucky Fish and Wildlife, Ambulance Inc. of Laurel County, London Laurel Rescue Squad, and Swiss Colony Fire and Rescue.

Source: Laurel County Sheriff's Office

06/13/2026

🚨 Traffic Alert: Crash Shuts Down Lancer-Watergap Road

A crash involving a car and a motorcycle has shut down Lancer-Watergap Road in Prestonsburg near the junction of U.S. 23 and KY 80.

Motorists should expect delays in the area and possible traffic impacts on nearby highways. Drivers are encouraged to avoid the area and seek alternate routes until the roadway reopens.

No information on injuries has been released at this time.

Source: Mountain Top News