Big Sandy News
Louisa, Kentucky, United StatesEnglishEstablished in 1885, Big Sandy News is a weekly newspaper serving Louisa and Lawrence County, Kentucky. It provides comprehensive local news coverage, high school sports, and community events. As one of eastern Kentucky's oldest publications, it remains a vital source of information for the Big Sandy River valley region.
MEDIA LANDSCAPE IN KENTUCKY
A strong divide between major metropolitan dailies and enduring rural community weeklies characterizes the Commonwealth's press history. Two dominant papers lead the market: the Louisville Courier Journal, a Gannett-owned publication founded in 1868, and the Lexington Herald Leader, currently operated by McClatchy. Regional coverage is anchored by papers like the Bowling Green Daily News and the Appalachian News Express, a prominent publication serving eastern coalfield communities. Beyond traditional broadsheets, the historic Louisville Defender has long served the African-American population, while alternative publications like LEO Weekly offer independent cultural reporting. Paperboy indexes 66 Kentucky newspapers — browse the full directory below.
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