Cumberland County News

Burkesville, Kentucky, United StatesEnglish

The Cumberland County News is a weekly newspaper serving Burkesville and the surrounding Kentucky communities. It focuses on local government, school events, sports, and human interest stories. Established to keep the rural community informed, it remains a vital source of news for Cumberland County residents.

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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.