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Tug, Mingo play in ‘King of the Queen’ Seven on Seven
The Tug Valley and Mingo Central football teams competed in the “King of the Queen” Seven on Seven football event at Man High School's George A. Queen Memorial Field on Thursday, June 6. Also taking part in the summer event were Man, Scott, Chapmanville, Westside, Mount View and Wahama. Mingo Central has three quarterbacks vying for the starting job in Brennon Harrison, Caden Porter and Tug Valley transfer Jaxon Nenni-Mills. Tug Valley starting QB Preston May, a sophomore, is back for the Panthers. Both MCHS and Tug made it to the playoffs last year.
Williamson City Council considering allowing outdoor alcohol consumption at events
During the latest Williamson City Council meeting, discussions were held regarding a new city ordinance that would permit outdoor alcoholic beverage consumption during festivals and events. West Virginia Del. Wayne Clark joined the meeting via Zoom to provide insights on the proposed ordinance. "House Bill 5295 is the state code...
Logan shutouts Central Greenbrier, 4-0, in Senior League State Tournament opener
WEBSTER SPRINGS Owen Bryant, Jaxson McClung and Tanner Akers combined on a four-hit shutout as the Logan Senior League All Stars defeated Central Greenbrier 4-0, Saturday morning in the West Virgina Senior League State Tournament at Don E. McCourt Field. Bentley Williamson and Jayce Wolfe each drove in runs for...
MCHS football camp set for July 20
Mingo Central recently unveiled their plans for their annual youth football camp held on the turf at James H. "Buck" Harless Stadium. The 2024 edition of the Miner Football Camp is set for Saturday, July 20 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Minnie Caroline Adkins Ramey
MINNIE CAROLINE ADKINS RAMEY, 92, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, July 1, 2024, at her home in Branchland, WV. She was born on October 1, 1931, in Cabell County, WV, the daughter of the late Goba and Cassie Lucas Adkins. She graduated as valedictorian of Chapmanville High School's class of 1950. She met and married Cleston Ramey while she was still in high school, and they were together for 61 years.
Kentucky man given 10 years in prison for death of Mingo woman
A Pike County, Kentucky, man was formally sentenced June 21 after pleading guilty to the May 2023 death of a West Virginia woman following an ATV collision in the Peter Fork area of McCarr, Kentucky,. Conard L. Fields III, 26, of Ransom, Kentucky, was originally charged with vehicular homicide while...
Vanovers celebrate diamond wedding anniversary
LOVELY — The date July 3, 2024, marks six decades of love for William and Daisy Vanover of Lovely. It is a milestone that shines as brightly as the diamond that symbolizes the 60th wedding anniversary. Much like a diamond, their years together reflect a journey of resilience and...
Former mayor to remain on election ballot — for now
In a recent development at the Williamson City Council meeting, the attempt to remove former Mayor Charlie Hatfield from the November election ballot was met with challenges. "At the last council meeting, council requested a letter be drafted to former mayor (Charlie) Hatfield requesting that he removes himself off the ballot," Interim Mayor Joseph Bucci said. "As far as I know, that’s not happened."
Five-run sixth propels Sock Puppets to win
BURLINGTON, N.C. - The Burlington offense came alive in the middle of the game that resulted in another comeback for the Sock Puppets, snatching the win away from Danville. The sixth inning was the difference-maker when Burlington scored five to take the 7-5 lead. The Sock Puppets bullpen would then shut down the Otterbots lineup in the 7th, 8th and 9th to seal the deal.
Hawkins makes 7 birdies in final round en route to her third WVGA Junior Amateur title
CANAAN VALLEY, W.Va. — Hurricane’s Savannah Hawkins and Oceana’s Kerri-Anne Cook separated themselves from the field after two rounds in the WVGA Girls Junior Amateur Championship at Canaan Valley Resort. The recent high school graduates took the course in their final matchup at the junior level with each starting the day at 6-over par and 21 shots ahead of their nearest competitors.
WPD to conduct traffic safety checkpoint
The Williamson Police Department will be conducting a sobriety/safety checkpoint beginning this Saturday, July 6, at 8 p.m. This checkpoint will be in effect until 4 a.m. Sunday, July 7. Officers will be watching for impaired drivers as well as those committing other traffic violations. The checkpoint will be located on U.S. 52 between Harvey Street and Second Avenue.
Kermit officials sworn in
Newly elected Kermit officials took their oaths of office Monday night at Town Hall. Mingo County Commission President Nathan Brown performed the oaths for Councilman Scott Smith, Councilman Doug Collins, Councilman Tammy Hodge Preece, Mayor Charles Sparks, Councilman Wilburn Hawky Preece and Councilman J.W. Endicott. The officials will serve four-year...
Red Jacket school’s announces new mascot: The Red Jacket Cardinals
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – The Manchester-Shortsville Central School District announced the approval of its new mascot — the Red Jacket Cardinals. The name change follows consultation with stakeholders including students, staff, alumni, and community members. The name ‘Cardinals’ ended up being the clear choice recommended by the Rebranding Committee. The districts focus will now turn […]
Tug Valley Athletic Hall of Fame announces Inductees Class of 2024
NAUGATUCK, W.Va. — The Tug Valley Athletic Hall of Fame and Museum’s board of directors has announced the election of the members of the Class of 2024 Induction Class and its plans for its 2024 Induction Ceremony. The Fourth Tug Valley Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony will...
Kermit VFD board meeting July 8
KERMIT, W.Va. — There will be an annual meeting of the Kermit Volunteer Fire Department board of directors on July 8 at 6 p.m. at the fire station in Kermit. The purpose of the meeting is to form the board of directors and elect officers for the coming year, according to KVFD Secretary Harold Marcum.
Kermit VFD receives rescue vehicle
KERMIT, W.Va. — Kermit Volunteer Fire Department’s newest rescue vehicle is a 2012 Ford Expedition donated by the Mingo County Commission. The vehicle was previously used by the Mingo County Sheriff’s Department, according to Billy Davis of KVFD. “It is Kermit’s third rescue that is in service,”...
Peggy Lee Marcum Moore Obituary
Peggy Lee Marcum Moore, 81, of Kermit, West Virginia, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at the Pikeville Medical Center in Pikeville, Kentucky. Born Aug. 29, 1942 in Kermit, she was the daughter of the late Robert Lee and Reva Jane Gillman Marcum. In...
Joshua Earl Webb Obituary
Joshua Earl Webb, age 42, of Lovely, passed away June 21, 2024. Born May 3, 1982 in Huntington, West Virginia, he was the son of the late Rebecca Bailey Carter and his step-dad, Mark Carter. In addition to his mother, Josh is preceded in death by his nephews, Cory Matthew...
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