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Justice Hosts Bill Signing Ceremony At Firefighter Convention
West Virginia firefighters at their annual conference had a reason to celebrate Friday. Gov. Jim Justice ceremonially signed House Bill 5128 at the West Virginia State Firemen’s Association’s annual convention in Julian, WV. “From the bottom of my heart, you are everything to us,” Justice said. “You’re the...
Back-to-school event held in Kermit
The Ninth Annual Ruth’s Party in the Park was held Aug. 3 at the John Crum Memorial Park in Kermit. Lead organizer Marlene Spaulding, who is executive director of ABLE Families and the organization that again sponsored this year’s event, said 200 backpacks filled with school supplies were given out to area kids from both Mingo and Martin (Kentucky) counties. Returning students were also provided free haircuts just outside of town at Greyeagle, courtesy of Chad Damron and Desiree Blackburn. Those attending were also treated to a hot dog lunch, as well as a giant water slide that again this year was sponsored by Kermit United Baptist Church.
Belfry hosts Raceland in first scrimmage of 2024
GOODY, Ky. — The Belfry Pirates played their first tune-up game of the 2024 season on Friday night as they hosted reigning Class A runner-up Raceland at Haywood Stadium. While the scoreboard was never turned on, which is typical for a preseason scrimmage, Belfry still showed flashed against the Rams.
Thunder in the Valley: Panthers host midnight practice on first day of full contact
NAUGATUCK — For the second year in a row, the Tug Valley Panthers held a midnight practice on the first day that full contact was allowed in practice. The practice, which was held on Saturday, Aug. 10 at Bob Brewer Stadium, was the highlight of the preseason up to this point according to sixth-year head coach Hady Ford.
Mingo Central soccer unveils schedule, season opener set for Aug. 22
NEWTOWN – High School soccer season is just around the corner. The Miners, coached by Brad Rawls, are scheduled to open up the season on Aug. 22 at Pikeview and then are set to play in its home opener on Aug. 31 against the Poca Dots. Mingo Central, which...
Man High to field soccer team for first time since 2020
MAN — Man High School will be fielding a soccer team this fall for the first time in four years, and head coach Jeff Gore is ecstatic and ready to get his squad back on the field. "Last year, we were really close, and we just fell one player...
Williamson healthcare facility adding 'homegrown' optometrist to head up new vision center
WILLIAMSON, W.Va. — Williamson Health and Wellness Center announced last week that Madison Dillon, OD, will be heading up the WHWC’s new vision center. Once fully operational in what WHWC officials are projecting to be the next few months, Dillon’s office will be located on the second floor of the clinic, familiarly located at 184 East Second Avenue in Williamson.
Williamson Hall of Fame honors newest class, 1988 and 1989 state championship teams
WEST WILLIAMSON – It was a special day on Saturday, Aug. 3 at the West Williamson Community Center as the Williamson High School Athletic Hall of Fame inducted its newest class. Also, the Wolfpack's back-to-back 1988 and 1989 Class AA state championship basketball teams were honored with former Head...
Lincoln County Sheriff's Department makes arrest in church break-ins
YAWKEY, W.Va. — A Hamlin man was arrested Thursday in connection with a series of church break-ins. On Aug. 8, Lincoln County Sheriff Gary Linville was contacted by Lincoln 911 after a possible breaking and entering was reported at the Sumerco Church of God at Yawkey. According to a statement from the sheriff’s office, Linville arrived on scene and located and arrested Tanner Fugate, 25, of Hamlin.
Lincoln County man arrested in connection to over a dozen church break-ins, troopers say
LINCOLN COUNTY, W.Va. (WCHS) — A Lincoln County man was arrested early Thursday morning following a string of break ins targeting over a dozen churches, troopers say. Tanner Fugate, 25, of Hamlin, was taken into custody after reports of a break in came in at 4 a.m. at the Sumerco Church of God in Yawkey. According to West Virginia State Police, troopers arrived on scene and found the suspect.
Emergency hearing held for mother charged in Kyneddi Miller's death
BOONE COUNTY, W.Va. (WCHS) — An emergency hearing was scheduled in Boone County Circuit Court Thursday for a mother charged with the apparent starvation death of her teenage daughter. Julie Miller, the mother of 14-year-old Kyneddi Miller whose emaciated body was found at a Morrisvale home on April 17,...
Man accused of breaking and entering at multiple churches
YAWKEY W.Va. (WVDN) – An individual from Hamlin West Virginia was recently arrested and is accused of breaking and entering at multiple area churches. The West Virginia State Police released the following statement: “On Thursday, August 8, 2024, at approximately 0400 hours, Sheriff Gary Linville was contacted by Lincoln 911 of a church Breaking and […] The post Man accused of breaking and entering at multiple churches appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Inmate escapes custody at Mingo Courthouse, quickly caught
Police said a man who escaped briefly from custody on Aug. 8 was returned to the courthouse after being rescued from the Tug Fork River. According to Williamson Police Chief Jimmy Spence, Eric Murphy, 44, who was being held in the Southwestern Regional Jail at Holden, escaped from custody at the Mingo County Courthouse.
Lincoln County man tied to multiple church break-ins
A Lincoln County man is in custody after allegedly breaking into several churches in the area during the last several weeks. Tanner Fugate, 25, of Hamlin, was arrested Thursday morning after allegedly breaking and entering into the Sumerco Church of God in Yawkey. After a follow-up investigation by the Lincoln...
Southern West Virginia Community and Technical College to host 2nd annual Sgt. Cory Maynard Softball Tournament
CHAPMANVILLE, W.Va. — A 2nd annual softball tournament is to get underway this weekend honoring the fallen West Virginia State Police Trooper Sgt. Cory Maynard. The 2nd Annual Sgt. Cory Maynard Softball Tournament will be held Saturday, August 10 at 9 a.m. at the baseball field at Chapmanville Regional High School in Logan County.
Man arrested after rash of church break-ins
LINCOLN COUNTY, W.Va. (WSAZ) - A man has been arrested in connection with a rash of church break-ins in Lincoln and Cabell counties, West Virginia State Police said Thursday. Tanner Fugate, 25, of Hamlin, West Virginia, is charged with breaking and entering. Troopers said he faces more charges. Investigators said...
Obituaries August 9, 2024
Melissa Ann Ellis, 53, of Baisden, died Saturday, July 20, 2024, at Logan Regional Medical Center. She was born in Harlan, Ky., Nov. 1, 1969, the loving daughter of the late Walter and Lillian (Dixon) Osborne. She loved spending time with her family and friends, camping, fishing, picnicking and always...
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