On Sunday, April 13, Sutton Moose Lodge #825 opened their doors to children throughout Braxton County for a special afternoon full of Easter activities. Twenty-for kids participated in the event[Read More…]
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Elder abuse results in Sand Fork couples’ arrest
What began as a welfare check of a Sand Fork elderly man has resulted in the arrest of his two care-givers on felony charges of abuse or neglect of an[Read More…]
New Circuit Judge Morton accepts plea agreements
New Circuit Judge Jasmine R.H. Morton presided over two plea hearings earlier this month. On April 2nd, Richard David Cooke and his attorney David Karickhoff came before the Court. The[Read More…]
Sheriff puts new fire extinguishers to good use
One of the priorities of Sheriff Eddie Williams, when he assumed his duties earlier this year, was to resupply deputies’ cruisers with what Williams termed necessary first responder items. One[Read More…]
Legislative Update… By Lori Dittman WV House of Delegates 63rd District
Members of the House of Delegates began the process of completing a balanced state budget for the next state Fiscal Year, which begins July 1, 2025. The House passed its[Read More…]
Braxton Magistrate Report
Magistrate Beth SmithMarch 27: Reed P. Thomas of Princeton, speeding, dismissed incorrect code.March 31: Justin L. Swearenger of Chloe, expired MVI, dismissed proof provided; Brent Joseph Burton of Charleston, speeding,[Read More…]
Spring Gobbler Season to Open April 21 in Braxton
The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) today announced that turkey hunting will return to West Virginia on April 21 when the spring gobbler season opens across the state[Read More…]
Board Chairman Visits Local Moose Lodge
Sutton Moose Lodge recently had a visit from the Moose Chairman of the Board of Directors, Robert K. Funkey.During the April 4th visit, the lodge presented him a check for[Read More…]
Food Bank Celebrates National Volunteer Month Honoring Those Who Give Back
Every April is National Volunteer Month, a time dedicated to recognizing and appreciating the incredible individuals who give their time, energy, and compassion to serve others. At this year’s Annual[Read More…]
Obituaries
John Alexander McNaryJohn Alexander McNary, age 83, Father, Husband, and Son of Braxton County, West Virginia, passed away peacefully on Friday March 14, 2025 in Frederick, Maryland due to complications[Read More…]