Killing Rock: An Introduction

This series will be a multi-part production about the mysteries surrounding the Killing Rock Pound Gap Massacre which occurred on May 14th, 1892.

The Birth of Kona, Kentucky

Our story begins with the original settlers of Kona. Eastern Kentucky was closed to many settlers before 1800.

Letcher County Haunted History: Part Three

The Restless Solider Here at Kentucky Tennessee Living, we strive to keep this site nonpolitical in nature. All historic events posted that changed the lives of future generations in Letcher County. And have helped to give miners a voice in their working and living conditions. As well as we remember those who fought on both […]

Establishment of Letcher County

In 1842, the residents of the area petitioned the Kentucky State Legislature and Governor Robert P. Letcher. This is Letcher County’s story.

The History of Jenkins Hospital

Because the first set up for the town was basic and everyone was living in tents. Safety, Health, and Morale were the three first things on Consol’s construction list.