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BSCTC kicks off Going Pro Signing Day with Appalachian Tank
April is celebrated nationwide as Community College Month, highlighting these institutions' pivotal role in shaping local communities and fostering career readiness. Big Sandy Community and Technical College inaugurates the month with its Going Pro Signing Day, honoring students and graduates embarking on professional careers, according to a statement from BSCTC.
BSCTC Hosts Chautauqua Performance
Big Sandy Community and Technical College will present a Chautauqua performance from 11:40 a.m. to 1 p.m. on April 17. The event will take place in the Gearheart Auditorium on the Prestonsburg Campus of BSCTC. Nancy Green became one of the first prosperous African American women in the U.S. Green...
Courthouse news
Several property transfers were reported recently by the Johnson County Clerk’s Office. Those transfers and licenses reported were:. Robert J. Newsome and Tammy L. Newsome to Kalya Williams and Joseph Williams. Wesley Scott Parrigin and Sarah Lynn Parrigin to Roger Blackburn and Lauren Blackburn. Stevie Mollett to Mary Blevins...
Businesses joining 'Education First Employer' program
Big Sandy Community and Technical College is partnering with companies in the region to highlight those committed to "attainable education and investing in their workforce." According to a statement from BSCTC, those businesses will be given the title "Education First Employer." Companies that qualify to participate in the program share...
Tigers knock off Bulldogs for second time in three days
Last Thursday it was the second time in three days on the baseball diamond the Paintsville Tigers squared off against the Hazard Bulldogs; this time at Charlie Adkins Field in Paintsville. It was the same result once again as the Tigers defeated Hazard; this time it was a 9-1 win...
Paintsville blows by East Ridge in All ‘A’
In the first round of the 15th Region All “A” Baseball Tournament the past Monday at Charlie Adkins Field in Paintsville, the Paintsville Tigers cruised to an 11-1 win over the East Ridge Warriors. After getting base runners on in the bottom of the first inning by a...
JCFC continues to support community development at Van Lear
During its April 8 regular meeting the Johnson County Fiscal Court voted to continue to support development and investment in the Van Lear community. This show of support came through the approval of a contract to construct a pickleball court at Rucker Pack in Van Lear, as well as passing a motion to advertise for bids for the proposed construction of a pavilion at the Van Lear Coal Miners’ Museum.
Piarist School founder, principal dies
Faculty, staff and students at The Piarist School are mourning the loss of their founder and principal, Fr. Thomas Carroll Jr. Carroll died Friday, March 29, at the Greg and Noreen Wells Hospice Center in Hazard after an extended illness. He was 83. "Over thirty years ago, Fr. Tom, originally...
Updates highlight Paintsville school board meeting
The Paintsville Independent Board of Education breezed through a brief agenda at its regular meeting April 8. In communications to the board, Superintendent David Gibson gave a legislative update, saying there are "several changes across the education world" as a result of action during the recent session of the General Assembly.
Sports memorabilia store opens in Paintsville
A childhood hobby has become an adulthood business for Chris Caudill, who recently opened a sports memorabilia store in Paintsville. Caudill’s Sports Memorabilia, located in Rock City on Broadway, is kind of an offshoot of the Wheelwright resident’s childhood when he collected cards and other sports items. He...
Approved legislation could help rural hospitals
A piece of legislation sponsored by Sen. Phillip Wheeler, R-Pikeville, that is intended to help rural hospitals is on its way to Gov. Andy Beshear's desk. According to a statement from the Senate Majority office, the legislation — Senate Bill 280 — achieved unanimous approval in the Senate on March 27, the day after the House unanimously approved the bill.
Scholarships, food pantries, emergency aid priorities for BSCTC Giving Day
Big Sandy Community and Technical has announced the launch of its inaugural BSCTC Giving Day on April 25 during Community College Month, according to a statement from BSCTC. “We are excited to join with our community, alumni and advocates to lend financial support to students facing financial hardships,” said BSCTC President Scott Rule. "Funds will be used for need-based scholarships, re-stocking the food pantry, emergency aid and other needs of students to help them stay in school and complete their education.”
Tigers walk past Bulldogs
On Monday night in baseball action at Hazard High School, the Paintsville Tigers walked their way to a 7-4 come from behind win over the Hazard Bulldogs. The Hazard Bulldogs gained the upper hand first as Hazard’s Tucker Napier hit a double and was later driven in on an RBI single by the Bulldogs’ Trace Kincaid to give the Bulldogs a 1-0 lead in the bottom of the first inning.
Courthouse news
Several property transfers were reported recently by the Johnson County Clerk’s Office. Those transfers and licenses reported were:. Heather Fannin to Gregory G. Blair and Melinda J. Blair. Russell K. Lyon II, Connie Lyon, Cynthia M. Hurst and Danny Hurst to Roger Auxier and Dianna Auxier. Ryan and Kristi...
Golden Eagles steal win against Hornets
In 57th District baseball action last Wednesday night, the Johnson Central Golden Eagles stole their way to 15-0 win in 4 innings over the Magoffin County Hornets. Johnson Central as a team combined for 11 steals in the game. Things did get off to a slow start for Johnson Central...
ARH recognized as Outstanding Business Partner by JAG KY
Appalachian Regional Healthcare announced in a statement April 1 that it has been honored with the Outstanding Business Partner Award by Jobs for America’s Graduates Kentucky (JAG KY). The award was presented at the JAG KY State Career Development Conference in Lexington. JAG KY is an affiliate of JAG,...
Prestonsburg 8, Johnson Central 1
Last Thursday at StoneCrest, the Johnson Central Golden Eagles fell to the Prestonsburg Blackcats by a score of 8-1 in baseball action. Both Johnson Central and Prestonsburg came out of the gates dueling as neither team wasn’t able to gain the upper hand for the first two and 1/2 innings.
Paintsville Utilities votes to recommend overhaul to metering systems and leak fixes
During its regular meeting on April 1, the Paintsville Utilities Commission voted to recommend entering into a “performance contract” with a third party to see major overhauls to its metering system and the detection and repair of a substantial number of leaks to eliminate wasted water throughout its system.
Healing through helping: Local author holds book signing
Lexington author and Johnson County native Robert Adams held a book signing at the Veterans Referral Center on March 30 for his Vietnam tell-all, “Reflections of a Scared Soldier Boy in Vietnam: God, Redlegs and Blueboys.”. Adams said his book, which gives a historical and personal perspective on the...
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