PUBLIC NOTICE OF CLAIM Claimants herby assert a claim of possession and interest in abandoned and neglected real property located on or near Nicks Branch Road in Letcher County, Kentucky, together with any associated access permissions, easements, and rights-of-way previously granted, reserved or reference in deeds affecting adjoining or neighboring properties. Said property has been openly used, maintained, occupied and controlled without objection or interruption. Any person claiming a legal or ownership interest in said property or related access rights should notify the undersigned in writing within ten (10) days following publication of this notice. Dated May 9, 2026. Deborah A. Cook and Nicholas W. Cook, PO Box 1052, Thornton, KY 41855. IPL0339542 May 12 2026