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Floyd Central defeats East Ridge 65-45
EASTERN — Floyd Central defeated East Ridge 65-45 in the 15th Region Girls' Basketball Tournament on Saturday, March 2. After notching the win, Floyd Central improved to 12-18. Following the win, Floyd Central advanced in the 15th Region Girls' Basketball Tournament. As a result of the loss, East Ridge...
Prestonsburg claims 58th District championship
PRESTONSBURG — Returning to the top, Prestonsburg pulled away to defeat Floyd Central 52-39 in the 58th District Girls' Basketball Tournament title game at The Fieldhouse on Wednesday, Feb. 28. Tournament host Prestonsburg carried a lead out of each quarter, outscoring Floyd Central 14-9 in the opening period. Extending...
Jaguars capture 58th District title
PRESTONSBURG — Floyd Central is back on top in the 58th District. Under the direction of Coach Alan Joe Moore, Floyd Central pulled away to defeat Lawrence County 71-57 in the 58th District Boys' Basketball Tournament title game at the Prestonsburg Fieldhouse on Thursday, Feb. 29. The Jaguars prevailed...
Prestonsburg advances in 15th Region with win over Belfry
It was a game of runs and Prestonsburg saved the best for last. A 21-0 run from late in the third quarter, until the 1:15 mark of the fourth quarter fueled Prestonsburg’s 43-32 win over Belfry in the 15th Region Tournament quarterfinals at the Appalachian Wireless Arena Monday night.
Potential clients interested in Thunder Ridge property, mayor says
While plans continue to turn the former Thunder Ridge property into an industrial site, potential clients are expressing an interest in the property, Prestonsburg Mayor Les Stapleton said. Stapleton updated the Prestonsburg City Council on the project during its meeting Feb. 26 after Councilman Shag Branham said “a lot of...
Schools employee indicted on rape, sodomy charges
A Floyd County Schools District employee has been indicted on rape and sodomy charges linked to crimes allegedly committed nearly 30 years ago.. John Martin, 67, of Right Fork of Stumbo Hollow at Drift, who was a teacher but was reassigned to another position after an investigation began, is charged in the indictment with first-degree rape and first-degree sodomy.
Former teacher and coach sentenced in sex abuse case
A former Floyd County educator was recently sentenced after being found guilty of sexually abusing two students over a decade. Former South Floyd Elementary School Assistant Principal April Bradford, 51, of Weeksbury, was sentenced Feb. 29, to three and a half years in jail for sexually assaulting two students between 1997 and 2007.
Floyd County Community Foundation awards grant to Floyd County Disaster and Recovery Coalition
The Floyd County Community Foundation recently awarded a $9,000 grant to the Floyd County Disaster and Recovery Coalition (Long-term Recovery Group). The grant will be used to support continued flood recovery efforts from the devastating July 2022 floods, according to a statement from the FCCF. The Floyd County Disaster and...
Sons of the American Revolution announce 2024 youth awards program
Sons of the American Revolution have announced their 2024 youth awards program. According to a statement from SAR, among the top mission goals set by the organization is the education of students about the American Revolutionary War events and the individuals who shaped their outcome. Kentucky’s Local Superintendents Advisory Council has mandated the teaching of historical documents and speeches in American history classes that cover the Revolutionary War. The documents include the Mayflower Compact, the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution of the United States, the Federalist papers (Alexander Hamilton and James Madison), and the Bill of Rights. Additional documents include U. S. Supreme Court cases and speeches from George Washington’s Farewell Address up to Martin Luther King, Jr.’s well-known “I Have A Dream” speech.
Wheeler’s unemployment repayment legislation unanimously approved in Senate
Legislation filed by Sen. Phillip Wheeler, R-Pikeville, in an attempt to give relief to people who innocently received overpayment of unemployment benefits during the COVID-19 pandemic moved on to the House for possible approval on Feb. 22. Wheeler said the legislation is a response to letters being received by some...
Prestonsburg Health Care Center honored with Reputation’s 800 Award for high customer satisfaction and reviews
Signature HealthCARE announced in a statement Feb. 20 Prestonsburg Health Care Center is among 10 Signature HealthCARE locations to be recognized as Best in Class by global customer experience and management leader Reputation with its 800 Award. One of the highest achievements a business can earn is a solid reputation....
Prestonsburg man arrested on charges including trafficking in meth
A Prestonsburg man was arrested on several charges, including trafficking in methamphetamine, after a traffic stop on Feb. 24. According to an arrest citation written by Prestonsburg Police Officer Jason Arms, in the early morning hours, he conducted a traffic stop on a 2003 Ford Escape on South Lake Drive for not having an illuminated rear license plate and the occupants not wearing seat belts.
Man facing child pornography charges released without bond
A Floyd County man was released on his own recognizance from jail on Feb. 23 following his arraignment in Floyd County Circuit Court on three child pornography charges. Avery Newsome, 38, of Grethel, was arraigned in court on three charges of possessing matter portraying a sexual performance by a minor under 12.
Former teacher and coach sentenced in sex abuse case
Former South Floyd Elementary School Assistant Principal April Bradford, 51, of Weeksbury, was sentenced Feb. 29, after being found guilty of sexually abusing two students between 1997 and 2007. Bradford was sentenced to three and a half years in jail and will have to register for life as a sex...
Citizens Bank of Kentucky collaborates with BSCTC for communication training
Citizens Bank of Kentucky announced recently the company has begun a partnership with Big Sandy Community and Technical College's Workforce Solutions division to provide communication training to its staff during their annual training session. The training, facilitated by BSCTC, was described by staff as "eye-opening," "engaging," and "providing valuable communication...
PPD: Floyd man burned house, resisted arrest
A Prestonsburg man was arrested recently after, police said, he set fire to a rental residence, then resisted arresting officers. According to an arrest citation written by Prestonsburg Police Officer Joshua Hinkle, on Feb. 23, he was dispatched to a fire at Lancer. Upon arrival, Hinkle wrote, Prestonsburg Fire Chief...
Girls’ 58th District Tournament
PRESTONSBURG — Fourth-seeded Prestonsburg knocked off number one seed Lawrence County 59-57 in overtime in the semifinals of the 58th District Girls' Basketball Tournament at The Fieldhouse on Monday, Feb. 26. Prestonsburg improved to 15-13 after posting the win. Following the loss, Lawrence County dropped to 18-11. Determined Prestonsburg...
The Magic of a Canine Symphony
The companionship between man and dog is considered sacred, to the point that somewhere along the way they picked up the handle “Man’s best friend.” Throughout my life there have been times, both in neighborhoods and the timber, that me and dogs have seemed to click. I’ve had dogs take the protective stance on my behalf, as I’ve also looked down a mouth full of teeth causing me to enter defense mode. Through it all, I’ve always seen the dog as a camrade. If you don’t, I’ll make the argument that you’ve not found the right dog. After all, it takes all sorts of people to make the world go around; and so is the case with dogs.
Demolition bids awarded for flood-damaged homes at Garrett, Waylon
The Floyd County Fiscal Court awarded bids Feb. 22 to demolish nine homes at Garrett and Waylon that were ravaged by the 2022 flood. The court advertised for separate bids to demolish and dispose of four homes at Garrett and five at Wayland that were destroyed during the 2022 flooding. The bids were opened during the Feb, 22 meeting, with 10 received for each project.
Keathley scores 1,000th point
PRESTONSBURG — Reaching a milestone, Prestonsburg freshman Braxton Keathley scored his 1,000th point earlier in the month. Among the top scorers in the 15th Region as a freshman, Keathley averaged 22.2 points per game for Prestonsburg during the 2023-24 boys' high school basketball regular season. Heading into the postseason, Keathley had scored 644 points in 29 games for the Blackcats.
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