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Coleman announces guilty verdict against former Floyd/Johnson eye care center owner
Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman announced April 3 that a Lexington man who owned an eye care center in Floyd and Johnson counties has been convicted by a Franklin County jury on charges of fraud and theft. According to a statement from Coleman's office, the conviction of Marcus S. Minix...
Seed swap slated for Saturday in Pike
As the weather begins to warm and the sun shines a little longer each day, many people’s thoughts turn to digging in the dirt and planting garden crops and flowers. To assist with those efforts, the 12th Annual Appalachian Heirloom Seed Swap will be held April 6. The purpose...
SOAR receives $500,000 from Truist Foundation to prove the viability of high-skilled remote work in rural America
Shaping Our Appalachian Region Inc. has been awarded $500,000 from Truist Foundation to connect individuals from Kentucky's 54 Appalachian counties to advanced-skilled, higher-paying remote work jobs, SOAR announced in a statement March 21. Funding from Truist Foundation will build greater capacity around SOAR’s work with Code Kentucky, which upskills individuals...
Former sheriff’s tax settlement audit released
State Auditor Allison released the audit of the 2022 tax settlement of former Johnson County Sheriff Doug Saylor recently, according to a statement from Ball’s office. The report covered the period from Sept. 1, 2022 through Dec. 31, 2022, and stated that the financial statement “fairly presents the taxes charged, credited and paid for the period.”
Golden Eagles fall to Pikeville, 2-0
Last Thursday was a bittersweet day for the Pikeville Panther faithful. The community was in morning after the passing of Pikeville superfan Ronnie Ford, but also in celebration as Pikeville deemed it Trinity Rowe Day in Pikeville and the Miss Kentucky Basketball winner got to throw out the first pitch before the game between the Pikeville Panthers and the Johnson Central Golden Eagles at the WC Hambley Complex.
JCFC approves change orders for W.R. Castle FD project
The Johnson County Fiscal Court approved multiple change orders for the ongoing project to expand the W.R. Castle Volunteer Fire Department’s facility during its regular meeting on March 11. The changes would make the project, which is funded through the Big Sandy Area Development District, cheaper in at least...
Magoffin County knocks off Perry Central in Sweet 16
The first round of the UK Healthcare Boys’ KHSAA Sweet 16 pitted two mountain teams against one another as the Perry Central Commodores took on the Magoffin County Hornets inside of the historic Rupp Arena. Perry Central is a familiar foe to the Sweet 16, but Magoffin County made...
Courthouse news
Several property transfers were reported recently by the Johnson County Clerk’s Office. Those transfers and licenses reported were:. Landon Daniels to Sandra McComas. Curtis Landis and Dorcas Landis to Curtis Landis and Dorcas Landis. Mark A. Harless and Jamie E. Harless to Gregory Tyler Hunter. Mark A. Harless and...
Floyd Central pushes past Paintsville 11-9
EASTERN — Floyd Central pushed past Paintsville 11-9 to claim its third straight win on Friday, March 22. After turning back Paintsville, Floyd Central improved to 3-1. Floyd Central pitcher Whitley Hall claimed the win in the circle. Hall pitched a complete game, recording six strikeouts over seven innings.
Taylor wins gold on mat
Back on February 25, 2024 a local youth wrestler named Lily Taylor who competes out of the Paintsville Youth Wrestling Club made history by becoming the first female wrestler to clinch a gold medal and win a youth individual state wrestling championship. Taylor came to the youth program with high...
Lady Golden Eagles roll past Greenup, 9-5
The Johnson Central Lady Golden Eagles took on the Greenup County LadyMusketeers last Saturday in softball action at Johnson Central High School. J. ohnson Central defeated Greenup County 9-5 to remain perfect on the season at 7-0. Abbie Stambaugh started on the mound for the Lady Golden Eagles as she...
Paintsville School District's proposed STEAM Academy gets G.R.A.N.T. funding
The Paintsville Independent School District’s proposed STEAM Academy/Economic Development Center got some more good financial news last week from Gov. Andy Beshear. Beshear announced at his weekly Team Kentucky press conference March 21 that the project will receive $300,000 from the state's Government Resources Accelerating Needed Transformation (G.R.A.N.T.) Program.
JCBOE recognizes district-wide academic team successes
During its regular meeting on March 25, the Johnson County Schools Board of Education recognized students from across the district for another year of academic competition success. Students recognized at the meeting ranged from elementary grade levels to high school, all of which saw multiple students placing at a state-level...
Spring ushering in seasonal events
From hunting Easter Eggs to remembering and celebrating Loretta Lynn to hitting the trails, Paintsville and Johnson County will offer plenty of activities and events during the spring season. The first major event of the new season will be a March 29 concert at the U.S. 23 Country Music Highway...
Southeast Kentucky Chamber welcomes Frontier Medical Associates as a new member
The Southeast Kentucky Chamber of Commerce announced March 8 that it has added Frontier Medical Associates as new members. A membership plaque was presented to the organization on March 6. According to a statement from the chamber, Frontier Medical Associates was formed in 2006 by Dr. Antoin Hana, who saw...
Eastern Kentucky University announces Fall 2023 Graduate List
Eastern Kentucky University recognized graduates from its six academic colleges during Fall 2023 commencement ceremonies held on Dec. 2 at Baptist Health Arena at Alumni Coliseum. “You have set yourselves apart, marking a milestone that will not only shape your own lives but will leave a lasting impact on those...
KSP: Traffic stop leads to meth trafficking arrest
Kentucky State Police said they arrested two Ohio residents after a traffic stop led them to find evidence of methamphetamine trafficking. Court documents in the case said KSP Trooper Daniel Saylor conducted a traffic stop on March 12 after noting that a 2020 Chevrolet Equinox was traveling slightly above the speed limit near Paintsville but appeared to be speeding up and slowing down while riding the brakes.
Pikeville falls to Bethlehem
Pikeville was looking for its first-ever win at Rupp Arena in the Mingua Beef Jerky KHSAA Girls’ Sweet 16 Tournament Thursday morning. The Lady Panthers are still looking for that win as Bethlehem knocked off Pikeville 56-49 in the opening round of the Sweet 16. Pikeville came out the...
PPD: Paintsville man attempted to pull juvenile girl off bicycle
A Paintsville man was arrested recently after an incident in which, Paintsville Police said, he attempted to pull a minor girl off a bicycle in an attempt to steal it. According to court documents, On March 12, PPD officers were dispatched to investigate the report. After making contact with the...
Golden Eagles fly past Hawks
Last Thursday at Stonecrest, the Paintsville Lady Tigers picked up a 13-8 win over the Prestonsburg Lady Blackcats. Grier Collins went an amazing five for five with one RBI and scored four runs for the Lady Tigers in a shoot-out of a game even though runs were hard to come by to start the game.
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