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BSCTC kicks off Going Pro Signing Day with Appalachian Tank
April is celebrated nationwide as Community College Month, highlighting these institutions' pivotal role in shaping local communities and fostering career readiness. Big Sandy Community and Technical College inaugurates the month with its Going Pro Signing Day, honoring students and graduates embarking on professional careers, according to a statement from BSCTC.
Psychiatric residency program, renovations of PMC ICU, OB included in budget
While the biennial budget bill awaits signature from Gov. Andy Beshear, included in its pages is millions of dollars for regional medical programs, including a psychiatric residency program and renovations of the ICU and obstetrics wards at Pikeville Medical Center. The budget, as approved, includes $10 million to Pikeville Medical...
Floyd County Schools purchases supplies for students
At their March meeting, the Floyd County Board of Education voted in favor of purchasing school supplies for all children attending Floyd County Schools in the upcoming school year. "We’re excited to once again be able to help our students and families by purchasing school supplies for all students,” said...
KDFWR opens two new tracts of public land in time for turkey season
The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources announced in a statement April 2 it has opened two new tracts of land for public access in eastern and north-central Kentucky just in time for spring turkey hunting. The spring gobbler seasons kick off with the youth-only season (April 6 and April 7) followed by the general hunting season (April 13 to May 5).
Auditor suggests Wheelwright consider collateral agreements
Auditor Richard Paulmann suggested the City of Wheelwright consider collateral agreements for those accounts over FDIC insurance limits at a special called meeting to discuss the 2023 audit held Wednesday, April 3. “You need to start considering collateral agreements for amounts above FDIC insurance,” said Paulmann. “With the prison fund...
Plea rejected in murder case
A former Pike County man rejected a plea deal for charges he is facing in connection with a 2020 death of a Pike County man in a Floyd County motel. Enos Little, 50, faces kidnapping and murder charges in relation to the death of Wesley Hook in an incident authorities said took place at the Alpike Motel in Ivel.
Auxier Greenhouse to celebrate 50 anniversary
In 1974, a vision was put into practice when Mountain Comprehensive Care’s Greenhouse was born at Auxier. On April 13, the Auxier Greenhouse will celebrate its 50 anniversary. Jessica Preston, intellectual/developmental disabilities services director, said the program had humble beginnings. “We started with around five people, as a community...
Scholarships, food pantries, emergency aid priorities for BSCTC Giving Day
Big Sandy Community and Technical has announced the launch of its inaugural BSCTC Giving Day on April 25 during Community College Month, according to a statement from BSCTC. “We are excited to join with our community, alumni and advocates to lend financial support to students facing financial hardships,” said BSCTC President Scott Rule. "Funds will be used for need-based scholarships, re-stocking the food pantry, emergency aid and other needs of students to help them stay in school and complete their education.”
FCSO: Prestonsburg man burglarized, stole guns from, father
A Floyd man is facing several charges after, police said, he burglarized his father's residence, stealing guns, and was found to be trafficking in marijuana. According to an arrest citation written by Floyd County Sheriff's Deputy Kris Hall, he received a complaint March 26 reporting that a man was at a residence at the Right Fork of Bull Creek where he was not supposed to be.
Floyd man facing child porn charges
A Floyd County man was arrested recently after, Kentucky State Police said, an investigation led them to find that he possessed and distributed child pornography. According to a statement from Kentucky State Police, on March 26, they served a search warrant at the Morgan Fork, Printer, residence of Matthew D. Williams, 38.
Fairview outlasts Prestonsburg
PRESTONSBURG — Fairview outlasted Prestonsburg 14-10 in eight innings on Friday, March 29. As a result of the loss, Prestonsburg dropped to 3-4. Fairview pitcher Annabelle Menshouse earned the win in the circle. Menshouse recorded 12 strikeouts over eight innings. Prestonsburg pitcher Kaylee Hackworth took the loss. Hackworth posted...
The Lighthouse Beacon Foundation Student Success Tour stops in Floyd County
The Floyd County School of Innovation recently hosted the Lighthouse Beacon Foundation's 2024 Eastern Kentucky Student Success Tour, spotlighting the educational opportunities offered to students in Floyd County, according to a statement from the Floyd County Schools District. This event is part of a broader initiative to connect the University...
Betsy Layne beats Morgan County, sweeps Cordia in double-header
STANVILLE — Betsy Layne exited March on a three-game winning streak after beating Morgan County and sweeping Cordia in a doubleheader. The Ladycats compiled a 3-4 record in the first month of the 2024 high school softball season. Betsy Layne 14, Morgan County 1 (5 innings): Betsy Layne pulled...
Blackcats defeat Wildcats 5-2
PRESTONSBURG — Extending its winning streak to four games, Prestonsburg defeated Shelby Valley 5-2 on Friday, March 29. The win allowed Prestonsburg to even its record to 5-5. Luke Hall started on the mound for Prestonsburg and earned the win. Hall pitched five innings, allowing two runs on two...
BOE discusses upcoming school year calendar
The upcoming school year calendar was a topic of discussion during the Floyd County Board of Education meeting on March 25. District 4 member Keith Smallwood brought the topic to discussion. “I know the committee has worked hard on the school calendar, and I appreciate the fact that Linda (Gearheart)...
Blackcats blank Bobcats 15-0 behind Allen's no-hitter
PRESTONSBURG — Behind a no-hitter from junior pitcher Kaden Allen, Prestonsburg blanked Betsy Layne 15-0 in three innings to sweep a 58th District baseball series on Tuesday, March 26. Prestonsburg set the tone early, erupting for eight runs in the bottom half of the opening inning. Extending its lead,...
Floyd Central tops Phelps 12-1
PHELPS — Returning to the win column, Floyd Central topped Phelps 12-1 in five innings on Friday, March 29. Following the win, Floyd Central improved to 4-2. Floyd Central scored first and never trailed. The Lady Jaguars pushed across five runs in the top half of the first inning.
Prestonsburg Utilities conducting lead service line Inventory
Prestonsburg City’s Utilities Commission has begun its lead service line inventory. Superintendent Brian Music said any lead line must be replaced, but finding it, if there is any, is the main task at hand. “I’ve been here 28 years, and before I got in this position, I was in...
Blackcats knock off Johnson Central, 8-1
Last Thursday at StoneCrest, the Johnson Central Golden Eagles fell to the Prestonsburg Blackcats by a score of 8-1 in baseball action. Both Johnson Central and Prestonsburg came out of the gates dueling as neither team wasn’t able to gain the upper hand for the first two and 1/2 innings.
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