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Changes in volleyball
LEXINGTON — Line judges will be required to change sides of the court between sets when teams remain on the same bench. The change in officiating procedure highlights the 2024-25 high school volleyball rules changes. In all, four rules changes were recommended by the National Federation of State High...
Tourism commission appoints chairman, director to new festivals board
The Paintsville Tourism Commission approved appointments to a newly-created board and funding requests from two organizations during its regular meeting Monday, Feb. 19. The commission appointed its chairman, Jerry Daniels, and its executive director, Jeremiah Parsons, to the new festivals commission recently created by the Paintsville City Council. The new...
Home team uniform requirements clarified in high school football rules
LEXINGTON — Language in the 2024 NFHS Football Rules Book will be changed in an effort to ensure consistent interpretation of the rule regarding requirements for home team uniforms in high school football. Next season, all home team jerseys must be the same dark color(s) that clearly contrasts with white.
Sons of the American Revolution announce 2024 youth awards program
Sons of the American Revolution have announced their 2024 youth awards program. According to a statement from SAR, among the top mission goals set by the organization is the education of students about the American Revolutionary War events and the individuals who shaped their outcome. Kentucky’s Local Superintendents Advisory Council has mandated the teaching of historical documents and speeches in American history classes that cover the Revolutionary War. The documents include the Mayflower Compact, the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution of the United States, the Federalist papers (Alexander Hamilton and James Madison), and the Bill of Rights. Additional documents include U. S. Supreme Court cases and speeches from George Washington’s Farewell Address up to Martin Luther King, Jr.’s well-known “I Have A Dream” speech.
Shepherd’s 41 leads Golden Eagles past Pirates
After a sluggish start; Johnson Central cruised to an 86-60 win over Belfry last Thursday night. The Golden Eagles were led by the freshman duo of Brayden Shepherd and Austin Slone. Shepherd had a career night leading all scorers with 41 points. He was 15 of 23 from the field on the night. He knocked down eight of 12 threes and three of four free-throws. Slone followed with a triple double scoring 12 points 11 rebounds and 10 assists. Slone also had five steals. Kyle Rose added 10 points, Mason McKenzie added six points, Jaidon Daniel added four points, Ethan Meek added three points, Corbin Burt added three points, Cooper Blair added three points, Jacob Breeding added two points. Also Andrews Meeks and Dawson Montgomery added one point each to round out the scoring for Johnson Central.
JCFC awards contracts for sewer expansions
Sewer expansion projects in Johnson County moved one step closer to realization as the Johnson County Fiscal Court approved awarding engineering contracts to Bocook Engineering during its regular meeting on Feb. 12. One approximately $2.6 million project undertaken by the fiscal court and Paintsville Utilities will result in sewer service...
Paintsville City Council appoints festival commissioners
During its regular meeting on Feb. 12, the Paintsville City Council tabled an item to appoint commissioners for its newly-minted festival commission, pending appointments by the Paintsville/Johnson County Chamber of Commerce and Paintsville Tourism. At a special meeting on Feb. 15, the city council opted to appoint five members to...
11 awarded diplomas in eKAMI’s second graduation of the year
Eleven more students graduated from the eKentucky Advanced Manufacturing Institute in Paintsville during a ceremony Feb. 13. The graduates, members of Class 20, had “ a lot of grit to walk into a high-tech place like eKAMI and decide that you want to be a part of it,” eKAMI founder and CEO Kathy Walker said.
Floyd, Johnson and Pike to receive illegal dump cleanup funds
Gov. Andy Beshear and Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Goodman announced in a statement Feb. 8 approximately $924,600 in grants for the cleanup of 69 illegal dumps in 16 counties across the commonwealth. “Kentucky families deserve for their communities to be clean and safe. Illegal dump sites can...
Hunting the hunters
It’s hard to imagine, but once upon a time, mountain folks lived life in a frontier-like manner, living off the land and surviving by skill, determination, and the sweat of their brow. One of our most famous bluegrass ancestors, Daniel Boone, lived some of his life in such a way. According to history, he entered this part of the world to explore new territory and investigate the area’s wildlife. Although known more for his skills as a hunter and explorer, Mr. Boone is also known as a historic trapper as well.
Flat Gap woman arrested after suspected meth found in vehicle
A Johnson County woman was arrested Feb.11, after, police said, they found her in possession of 15 grams of suspected methamphetamine and various pills. Jackie L. Maynard, 50, of Bailey Road, Flat Gap, was charged with first-degree trafficking in a controlled substance (more than 2 grams of methamphetamine, first offense), second-degree possession of a controlled substance (drug unspecified), drug paraphernalia and various traffic offenses after an incident at the Shell gas station on Ky. 321 in Paintsville.
Paintsville edges Prestonsburg, 58-52
Paintsville held on to a 58-52 win over Prestonsburg last Tuesday night. The Lady Tigers followed with two wins over Magoffin County 69-34 and 59-24 before falling to Raceland 74-70. Emilea Preece had an outstanding performance against Prestonsburg. Preece finished the night with 29 points and eight rebounds. She was...
Local rep’s grant database bill approved unanimously by House
Legislation to establish a database for public grants, co-sponsored by Rep. Ashley Tackett Laferty, D-Martin, was approved unanimously by the state House on Feb. 8. House Bill 299, according to a statement, creates a plan to construct a centralized, searchable database which would collect public grant information and provide access for individuals and other entities to review available grant opportunities.
Johnson Central among recipients of Kentucky Advising Academy mini-grants
The Kentucky Advising Academy recently awarded mini-grants reimbursable up to $5,000 to 17 Kentucky K-12 public schools and area technology centers to support postsecondary readiness advising. Johnson Central, according to a statement from the KAA, is one of the recipients. Proposals, the statement said, focus on projects that increase student...
Barnett outduels Slone, Golden Eagles
Johnson Central needed a big win over Magoffin County to jump to the No. 2 seed in 57th District play. The Golden Eagles needed a 21-pooint or more win to jump into the No. 2 position past Magoffin County. That didn’t happen though as the Hornets picked up an 82-74...
UK HealthCare offering 16-week Emergency Medical Technician training program
UK HealthCare is hosting a 16-week program to become a nationally registered Emergency Medical Technician. Those interested are invited to apply for the program through UK jobs. Applicants who are accepted will be hired as a STEPS employee for the duration of the program, according to a statement from UK.
Renovations planned for Paintsville baseball, softball fields
Renovations to Paintsville High School's baseball and softball fields are being planned by the Paintsville Independent Board of Education. School board members, during their regular meeting Monday, Feb.11, authorized Bocook Engineering to prepare bid specifications for the project. Superintendent David Gibson said baseball field renovations will include moving the fencing...
Johnson County Youth Wrestling wins region
The Johnson County youth wrestling club placed second as a team at the region tournament with several wrestlers to bring home some hardware. Out of 48 wrestlers, 38 placed. The team placed state runner-up in Division 1 Big School. First Place:. Brantley Horne 8U HWT. Kolbie Pennington 10U 49lb. Lawson...
Motorsports bill approved by state House
Legislation aimed at streamlining the permit approval process for racing events on state-maintained highways cleared the House Feb. 8. The bill, HB 29, sponsored by Rep. Derek Lewis and co-sponsored by Rep. Timmy Truett, moves to the Senate for consideration. This measure, according to a statement from the Kentucky House...
Two men arrested on trafficking charges after traffic stop
Two men were arrested on methamphetamine trafficking charges on Feb. 2 following a traffic stop due to an unsafe maneuver, according to Paintsville Police Department officers. The citation said PPD Officer Justin Jackson observed a vehicle driven by Phillip Parsons, 28, as it turned into the 123 Cafe parking lot on U.S. 321 before immediately rejoining the road, nearly causing an accident.
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