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Paintsville school board approves tentative budget
The Paintsville Independent Board of Education approved its 2024-2025 tentative budget during its regular meeting May 13. Superintendent David Gibson noted that the tentative budget includes $1.4 million in the district's general fund, which is "really strong for us." "I think a few years ago we were at $700,000," he...
Paintsville man to serve 20 years in prison on trafficking charges
A Paintsville man who saw a string of arrests for drug-related charges in 2023 was sentenced to serve a total of 20 years in prison by the Johnson County Circuit Court on May 10. According to Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney Matt Runyon, controlled buys conducted by the Kentucky State Police’s Drug...
Paintsville City Council approves first reading of proposed burning restrictions
During its regular meeting on May 13, the Paintsville City Council approved the first reading of a new ordinance that would affect burn laws in the City of Paintsville. According to Paintsville Mayor Bill Mike Runyon, the ordinance was a response to an event on Fourth Street, where a fire got “out of hand” and ignited a hillside.
Solid Waste Commission recognizes artists and cleanup crews
During the Johnson County Fiscal Court’s regular meeting on May 13, the Johnson County Solid Waste Commission recognized community students and non-profit group members for their art and cleanup efforts. These recognitions were part of the ongoing efforts by the fiscal court to tackle Johnson County’s long-standing litter problem....
Paintsville man charged with drug trafficking
A Paintsville man was arrested on marijuana and drug trafficking charges on May 2 after initially refusing to leave Paintsville ARH’s emergency room, according to the Paintsville Police Department. According to the citation, PPD Officer Timothy Ratliff received a call from staff at the emergency room that a man...
BSCTC Recognizes Paintsville ARH as Education First Employer
Big Sandy Community and Technical College recently acknowledged Paintsville ARH for achieving the designation of Education First Employer. This recognition, according to a statement from BSCTC, highlights ARH's dedication to supporting their employees through education and training initiatives, setting a commendable standard for other regional businesses. Businesses qualifying for the...
Paintsville 11, Martin County 1 (Six innings)
Last Tuesday in 57th District baseball action in Paintsville, the Tigers rolled to an 11-1 win in six innings over Martin County. After exploding for five runs in the first and third innings allowed the Tigers to build a commanding 10-0 lead after three innings of play. The Tigers scored...
Housing Summit held in Johnson County
Johnson County’s first-ever Housing Summit was held on April 23 at the U.S. 23 Country Music Highway Museum in Staffordsville. The event was the result of vision and planning by the Johnson County Fiscal Court, according to a statement from the court, and focused on addressing the housing crisis by exploring innovative approaches and collaborative solutions for their community.
Johnson Central 14, Shelby Valley 0 (Five innings)
Last Thursday at the Johnson Brothers Athletic Complex, the Shelby Valley Wildcats hosted 15th Region foe Johnson Central in a baseball showdown that saw the Golden Eagles cruise to a 14-0 win in five innings over the Wildcats. As neither team scored in the first inning, the Golden Eagles got...
Paintsville Utilities votes to recommend guaranteed energy savings contract to city council
The Paintsville Utilities Commission on May 6 discussed a previously-proposed contract that would see big improvements made to the aging water system in Johnson County and ultimately voting to recommend a contract with a third party to the Paintsville City Council. The contract with Integrity Water and Energy would be...
Johnson Central 12, Paintsville 0 (Five innings)
Last Tuesday in 57th District softball action, the Johnson Central Lady Eagles beat their crosstown rival the Paintsville Lady Tigers for the second day in a row, this time, 12-0 in five innings. Johnson Central scored 12 runs on seven hits without committing any errors. Paintsville had zero runs on...
UK King's Daughters awarded Gold Level from the American Heart Association for promoting a healthy work culture
The American Heart Association has awarded UK King’s Daughters a national Gold level recognition for its commitments to team member health and well-being as measured in the AHA’s 2024 Workforce Well-being Scorecard, according to a statement from King's Daughters. King’s Daughters, the statement said, is one of more...
KSP: Johnson men found with half a pound of meth
Kentucky State Police, according to a statement from the agency's Post 9, arrested two individuals on April 25 after illegal drugs were discovered during a traffic safety checkpoint. KSP troopers, along with Post 9’s Criminal Interdiction Unit conducted a traffic safety checkpoint in the Salyersville community of Magoffin County, the...
Prestonsburg PD: Driver's licensing employee stole customers' debit card information
A Johnson County woman has been arrested on felony charges linked to crimes she allegedly committed while she was employed at the Kentucky Department of Transportation's driver's license division in Prestonsburg. According to an arrest citation written by Prestonsburg Police Department Det. Dennis Hutchinson, on May 3, he arrested Brittany...
BSCTC and Elliott Contracting celebrate Going Pro Signing Day
Big Sandy Community and Technical College and Elliott Company recently held Going Pro Signing Day, celebrating students offered employment after completing a program or training. According to a statement from BSCTC, Elliott Company, a multi-trades commercial contractor with divisions in electrical, mechanical, and general contracting, partnered with BSCTC to provide...
Johnson Central gets revenge against P’burg
Last Tuesday night pitted 15th Region baseball foes against one another as Johnson Central Golden Eagles hosted the Prestonsburg Blackcats. Johnson Central was looking for revenge after suffering a loss to Prestonsburg earlier in the season and the Golden Eagles got their revenge with a 7-1 win over the Blackcats.
Paintsville welcomes Paintsville ARH expansion with ribbon cutting
On May 1, Paintsville ARH Hospital hosted a ribbon-cutting and open house for the grand opening of ARH Specialty Associates and Paintsville ARH Retail Pharmacy on the hospital campus. The event featured guest speakers from ARH and the Paintsville community, free health screenings, giveaways, and lunch. Paintsville ARH Hospital CEO...
KHSAA partners with Advance NIL for comprehensive education effort
LEXINGTON — Advance NIL (ADVANCE), an industry leader in Name, Image and Likeness (NIL) Education, Life Skills Programming and Athlete Development, has partnered with The Kentucky High School Athletic Association (KHSAA) to provide its award-winning NIL education and advisory platform to Kentucky athletic directors (ADs), coaches, student-athletes and their families.
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