Killing Rock: The Oft Told Tale Part 4
Doctor Taylor, Henry Adams, Calvin Fleming and his brother Henan would all be indicted as suspects in The Killing Rock Massacre on June 3rd, 1892.
Killing Rock: The Oft Told Tale Part 2
The Killing Rock Massacre or “Pound Gap Massacre” was shocking on several levels. The shootout at the Cleft of the Cumberland and Henry Adams.
Killing Rock: The Oft Told Tale Part 1
A frightened fifteen-year-old young man runs screaming and sobbing into the arms of Jemima Harris.
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 […]
The Pine Mountain State Scenic Trail and the Pine Mountain Wildlife Corridor Project
Eastern Kentucky tourism has always been a huge part of our heart here at Kentucky Tennessee Living. We love promoting tours, hiking trails, lakes, museums, and Festivals. There is unmatched beauty of the Appalachian Mountains and we are very proud to be from this area.
Construction of the Little Elkhorn Lake and Dam, 1912
One of the most important needs in city planning is water sources. In 1912, the Elkhorn Dam construction reached completion in Jenkins Kentucky.
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.