This video, created by Hillbilly Crime, addresses the concerns of residents in Eastern Kentucky regarding rising electricity rates and the potential impact of new large-scale energy projects, specifically data centers. The discussion explores whether these projects truly benefit the local community or if they are just another example of Appalachia being exploited.

Key themes and discussions include:

• The Energy Crisis in Appalachia: The host highlights that families in Eastern Kentucky are already struggling with high power bills, leading to difficult financial choices for many, including seniors (11:05-12:55).
• Data Centers and Electricity Costs: The video examines the push for data centers in the region. While utility providers argue that large-scale industrial customers help stabilize the grid and spread fixed costs, the host expresses skepticism about these claims, noting that residential customers often continue to face rate hikes (25:48-31:47).
• Transparency and Accountability: The host criticizes the "fair, just, and reasonable" standard used by regulators, arguing that it often favors the utility companies over the struggling consumer (11:57-12:55, 47:45-48:21).
• Corporate and Political Influence: The discussion touches on the role of politicians and organizations in shaping energy policy, citing Senator Brandon Smith and the involvement of Kentucky Power and AEP in promoting these projects (13:00-14:54).
• Local Economic Reality: There is a deep dive into the "economic development" narrative, where the host challenges whether these highly automated data centers actually create meaningful, high-paying jobs for local residents (36:48-37:05, 57:25-57:47).
• Preparation and Self-Reliance: Throughout the episode, the host encourages viewers to look toward self-sufficiency and homesteading as a way to prepare for future economic and energy uncertainties (49:22-50:22, 1:08:00-1:08:21).

The episode concludes with a prayer and a reflection on the importance of community awareness and critical thinking regarding these systemic issues (1:15:54-1:17:21).

This video from Hillbilly Crime (Elizabeth) focuses on a city council meeting in London, Kentucky, specifically highlighting public comments regarding police accountability and transparency. The show aims to provide a platform for citizens to voice concerns that they feel have been ignored by local leadership.

• Slap Gate (17:39 - 18:35): The community is deeply concerned about an incident where a police officer allegedly used excessive force against a 20-year-old with autism. Residents are demanding answers regarding policy, de-escalation, and why officers were allowed to resign instead of facing termination.
• The Doug Harless Case (26:21 - 31:15): The show examines the 2024 incident where police executed a search warrant for a stolen weed eater at the wrong address, resulting in the death of Doug Harless. Citizens and the host question the competence of the department and the lack of disciplinary action taken against the involved officers.
• Public Trust and Leadership (3:39 - 4:22): A significant theme of the video is the erosion of public trust. The host argues that when citizens feel unheard by their city council, these public meetings become the only venue for demanding accountability.

• Public Testimony (11:25 - 15:34): A retired law enforcement officer confronted the council about the inconsistency in handling misconduct cases, specifically comparing the outcomes of the Doug Harless case and the Slap Gate incident.
• Council Conflict (35:42 - 38:09): The video captures internal friction within the council, with some members arguing that the mayor has not been transparent about officer resignations and that council members were kept in the dark regarding key details.
• Procedural Disputes (49:45 - 1:03:30): The council engaged in a heated debate regarding bidding processes for municipal projects, such as cemetery mowing and infrastructure improvements, highlighting ethical concerns about how public funds and contracts are managed.

The host emphasizes the importance of maintaining an "evidence room" by documenting these meetings and public records to ensure that the public's concerns are not dismissed by officials.

Key Issues Discussed:Council Meeting Highlights:

In this episode of Hillbilly Crime, the host analyzes a Fiscal Year 2025 executive branch spending review released by the Kentucky Auditor of Public Accounts (6:02). Rather than just reporting the figures, the host investigates the lack of transparency, competitive bidding, and potential waste in state spending.

Key takeaways from the audit review:

• Advertising Expenditures: The report notes nearly $40 million in advertising costs, with concerns raised about the lack of competitive bidding for certain service contracts (12:04-13:34).
• Travel Expenses: The host questions the necessity and public benefit of over $7 million in out-of-state travel (including high-end hotel stays) and over $23 million in in-state travel, conferences, and catering (17:42, 20:18).
• Vague Spending: The host highlights an "Other expenses" category totaling $118 million that lacks sufficient detail or categorization, describing it as a "hiding place" for potential mismanagement (39:34-40:13).
• DCBS Outsourcing: The Department for Community Based Services (DCBS) is scrutinized for spending hundreds of thousands of dollars on outside legal and evaluation services despite already having extensive internal staff (42:25-46:33).
• Policy Critique: The host shares personal experiences regarding the treatment of Suboxone patients and questions the effectiveness and justification of mandatory counseling requirements within the Medicaid system (50:51-54:42).

The host concludes by calling for viewers to provide any relevant public records, invoices, or documentation to help follow the "money trail" from Frankfurt to the mountains, emphasizing that the goal is not gossip but a demand for accountability and receipts (54:42-55:41).

Public Comments meeting in Hazard Kentucky during a rate increase request by Kentucky Power.

These meetings are not required and the Public Service Commission, by law cannot deny a rate increase request if the company can show it is an operating need.

They already fixed it from the inside I am learning. Who do you think runs these companies?

People they have hired as President and COO's of AEP and Kentucky Power came straight out of the Supreme Court legal community.

Knowledge is power.

Yes, we have the deposition where Ben is accused by Brianna Cornett, the third woman in that case of kissing her in his official capacity.

Why was she not more of a central figure in that case?

9 minute interview with Hobart Buttery, the man the London PD used to obtain a search warrant for a home on Vanzant Road.

Buttery denies taking anything, until he finally admits to taking a weedeater and a small portable heater.

He continues to maintain that is all he got. The police then went to the wrong residence and murdered the home owner.

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This video from Hillbilly Crime covers a new development regarding a series of civil lawsuits filed against Mountain Comprehensive Care Center (MCCCC) and Mountain Plus Services (MPS).

Key takeaways from the episode:

• The New Lawsuit: A third former high-ranking employee, Christy Stiltner, who served as Mental Health Director for 22 years, has filed a lawsuit alleging she was fired after refusing to participate in improper billing practices (0:00 - 4:41).
• Core Allegations: The complaint, which the host reviews in detail, claims the company directed staff to:
• Patterns and Retaliation: The host highlights that Stiltner’s case overlaps with previous lawsuits filed by former CFO Rebeckah Hall and former Regional Billing Coordinator Rachel Williams (15:26 - 16:30). Stiltner specifically alleges that she faced a hostile work environment and was ultimately terminated after reporting these concerns to leadership and the board (33:02 - 37:55).
• Current Status: MCCCC has denied the allegations in the previous lawsuits and had not yet filed a response to Stiltner’s complaint at the time of recording (13:57 - 14:14).

The host emphasizes that these are unproven civil allegations, but raises questions about the lack of broader criminal investigations into these organizations given the recurring nature of the claims (42:27 - 43:37).

This video from Hillbilly Crime investigates two recent court filings concerning Roy Kidd in the Amber Spradlin murder case (3:35-5:22). The host, Elizabeth, walks viewers through the legal arguments surrounding Kidd's role in the case and his interactions with law enforcement.

Key takeaways from the filings:

• Defense Motion: The defense for Michael McKinney III filed a motion for additional discovery, seeking to learn if Roy Kidd  has any agreement with the Commonwealth (prosecutors) not to prosecute him in exchange for his testimony (12:43-13:41). The defense also highlighted that Kidd was present when Spradlin died, appeared intoxicated, and reportedly failed a polygraph test before asserting his Fifth Amendment rights (13:48-14:57).
• Commonwealth’s Response: Prosecutors pushed back, explicitly stating that no deal or agreement exists with Kidd (29:35-30:06). They also addressed the polygraph claim, asserting that the defense's characterization was not fully accurate and noting that polygraph results are generally inadmissible at trial (30:13-31:04).

Why Roy Kidd remains a central figure:

• Roy Kidd was with Amber Spradlin on the night of her death and was the person who ultimately found her body the following morning (9:20-9:48). Because of his proximity to the event, his statements, physical condition at the scene, and potential testimony continue to be a primary focus of the defense's strategy (39:58-40:14).

Current Case Status:

• The trial for the murder of Amber Spradlin has been continued to January 11, 2027 (43:06-43:14).
• The next pre-trial conference is scheduled for September 17, 2026 (43:15-43:18).

This video from Hillbilly Crime covers the latest court hearing regarding the murder case of Amber Spradlin in Pike County, Kentucky. Here is a summary of the key developments:

Trial Update:

• The trial, which was scheduled to begin the week of the broadcast, has been continued by Judge Eddy Coleman.
• The new trial date is set for January 11, 2027 (10:43 - 10:55).
• A pre-trial conference is scheduled for September 17, 2026, at 2 p.m. (11:02 - 11:10).

Evidence and Testimony:

• The delay was primarily driven by testimony from Davey McCann, a supervisor with the Kentucky State Police Forensic Crime Lab (11:34 - 12:00).
• It was revealed that 145 items of evidence have been submitted in this case (not counting electronic submissions), which is significantly higher than the lab's preferred intake of 10 items (13:55 - 14:25).
• There is still ongoing DNA and forensic testing that has not been completed, which the court determined necessitates the delay in the interest of justice (11:13 - 11:30, 52:08 - 52:30).

Legal and Expert Perspectives:

• The video includes expert discussion from Mountain Top Media, featuring a retired prosecutor and a former public defender (38:00 - 38:30). They break down the complexities of handling such a large volume of forensic evidence and the inherent tension between the need for a thorough investigation and the defendants' rights to a speedy trial (40:00 - 41:35).
• The defense and prosecution are managing the implications of this delay, with discussions also touching on the ongoing bond conditions and house incarceration status for those charged in the case (48:26 - 50:15, 1:15:11 - 1:16:00).

In this episode of Hillbilly Crime, the host conducts a deep-dive review of a presentation by the Kentucky Auditor of Public Accounts concerning fiscal year 2025 executive branch spending. While the host acknowledges the importance of the audit, the show focuses on identifying 'what the slides do not answer,' emphasizing that vague reporting and a lack of transparency make it difficult to trace where taxpayer money actually goes.

Key areas of investigation in the video include:

• Advertising and Promotional Spending: The report highlights nearly $40 million in advertising expenditures (11:59), including significant payments to vendors without competitive bidding (13:28). The host questions the necessity of state spending on promotional items like 'brain stress relievers' and 'football rockets' (16:15).
• Travel Expenses: The video examines over $7 million in out-of-state travel (17:42) and $23 million in in-state travel (20:14), raising questions about the public benefit and necessity of certain conferences, hotel stays, and catering services (28:26).
• Outsourced Services: The host investigates why agencies are outsourcing work to private vendors at high costs—such as $916,000 for legal services despite having 50 staff attorneys (42:30)—and highlights potential discrepancies in vendor payment amounts (45:54).
• Systemic Issues: The presentation connects current spending to recurring audit issues like Medicaid eligibility problems and duplicate social security numbers (50:48). The host also shares personal experiences regarding mandatory counseling and Medicaid billing, calling for better data and justification for such expenses (52:05).

Call to Action:The host encourages viewers to review the data, emphasizes the importance of voting, and asks the audience to send any relevant public records, invoices, or documentation to [email protected] for further investigation into potential waste, fraud, and abuse in the state budget (55:06).