$10,000 worth of toys donated to the Tri-City Empty Stocking Fund

https://www.wymt.com/2021/08/28/10000-worth-toys-donated-tri-city-empty-stocking-fund/?outputType=apps By Chas JenkinsPublished: Aug. 28, 2021 at 5:15 PM EDTHARLAN COUNTY, Ky. (WYMT) – In partnership with Backroads of Appalachia, the Porsche Club of America donated 10,000 worth of toys to the Tri-City Empty Stocking Fund Saturday. Director Erik Hubbard said it was a successful day. “Anytime I see a Porsche, a Lamborghini, a…

Slingshots

Some highlights from our even “Slingshots on the Slingshot” showcasing the beautiful scenery of the Appalachian Region in both Kentucky and Virginia. Many thanks to the drivers who attended with nearly 100 Slingshots from as far as Florida!

Rally partnership pike county

https://www.wymt.com/2021/08/01/backroads-appalachia-partners-with-local-tourism-bring-car-rallies-meets-region/ PIKEVILLE, Ky. (WYMT) – On Saturday, July 31st, the non-profit group Backroads of Appalachia made a pit stop in Pikeville at Pike County Central High School which featured exotic supercars, classic hotrods, and All-American muscle cars. All as an effort to boost the economy and bring a passion to children in the region. “If…

Backroads of Appalachia see amazing turnout for “Rumble on the Mountain” event

https://www.wymt.com/2021/07/25/backroads-appalachia-see-amazing-turnout-rumble-mountain-event/ HARLAN COUNTY, Ky. (WYMT) – Hosted by Backroads of Appalachia, the event “Rumble on the Mountain” had its last day Sunday. Beginning Friday, the event welcomed any and all motorcyclists to come into the Harlan County area to ride and enjoy each other’s company. Food was provided as well as a chance to win…

Appalachian Autobahn

Deep in the hills of Harlan County you will find some of the most dangerous curves, some delicious eats and the nicest folks you’ll ever meet.

WKYT Investigates | The future of coal country

https://www.wkyt.com/2021/05/17/wkyt-investigates-the-future-of-coal-country/ LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) – The entire city of Lynch, Kentucky once centered around coal. In fact, it still does – much of the town remains intact, with the portal to its underground mine now serving as an exhibition – but not in the way it once did. Lynch was a company town built in…