Ashland Daily Independent

United StatesAshland, Kentucky, United StatesEnglish

Serving the Tri-State region of Kentucky, Ohio, and West Virginia, this publication has been a cornerstone of local journalism since its founding in 1896. It provides comprehensive coverage of regional news, sports, and community events, maintaining its status as a primary information source for residents of Ashland and the surrounding Boyd County area.

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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