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David Ross Conrad Obituary
David Ross Conrad, age 76, of Inez, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family July 5, 2024, at his residence. He was born Jan. 1, 1948, in Lancaster, Ohio, to the late Ross and Opal (Imler) Conrad. In addition to his parents, David is preceded in death by his first...
Mingo Central grad Ward takes assistant hoop job at Huntington Prep
Gilbert native and 2014 Mingo Central High School graduate Shawn Ward is moving on in the basketball coaching ranks. Last week, Ward joined the staff of top prep team Huntington Expression Prep as an assistant. The last two years, Ward had been the head coach of the Wesley Christian (Ky.)...
2024 gridiron schedules for local squads
The start of the 2024 gridiron season is right around the corner as all local teams are set to begin practice later this month. The schedules for the upcoming season have been set in stone for some time as Belfry will be the first to take the field when they host Breathitt County in their season opener at Haywood Stadium on Aug. 23.
Military museum in works for Madison
MADISON - A military museum could become part of the City of Madison's identity. During their July session, they were approached about the possibility by Jack Miller - a local collector of memorabilia from all branches of the military.
Father, daughter arrested on elder abuse charge
A North Carolina man and his daughter were arrested July 3 on charges they knowingly abused and/or neglected an adult after a man called the Pike County Sheriff’s Office regarding his mother. The caller said that Robert Eugene Kelley, 70, whose address listed on court documents is Sutton Drive,...
Lincoln County July 4th Parade
HAMLIN, W.Va. (WSAZ) -There is an Independence Day tradition in Hamlin that dates back to the days of “Ike”, Dwight Eisenhower as president. A grand parade starts a day of Yankee Doodle fun. Tony Cavalier is no stranger to the fun, fanfare and patriotism. Tony spent part of his July 4th rubbing elbows with nieces and nephews of Uncle Sam who know how to throw an All American bash!
Shooting victim dies at hospital; name released
MINGO COUNTY, W.Va. (WSAZ) – Charles Speer, 42, of Kermit, West Virginia, was shot and killed early Friday morning in Mingo County, according to West Virginia State Police. Officials said the victim was transported to the hospital after multiple gunshots where he was pronounced dead. The shooting happened about...
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...
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...
Dingess to continue Morehead State career after contributing to Martin County this summer
INEZ — Martin County High School alum Brady Dingess is no stranger to the basketball court. The Morehead State Eagle found his way back to Inez this summer after reaching the NCAA tournament in men’s college basketball. “My college career is going great. I truly love it here,”...
Trustee proposes library relocate to former building in Inez
INEZ — The Martin County Public Library Taxing District is facing financial difficulties prompting one board trustee to suggest relocating the library back to its former building on Main Street. During a special meeting June 26 the library board approved a budget of $899,250 for the fiscal year 2025....
Community gathers for Sleigh Cancer event in Inez
INEZ — The Martin County community gave a warm welcome to Mr. and Mrs. Claus (Matthew and Angela Ross Ising) and their Sleigh Cancer fundraiser and candlelight vigil Friday evening in Inez. The event by Give Like Santa featured live music, prize raffles and pictures with Santa in his...
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