By Shirley Shuman After two years of working at the Gassaway State Farm office, Ashlee Dangerfield will become the owner of the agency in January. Dangerfield explained that after she[Read More…]
Community
Flatwoods Canoe Run PSD to receive nearly $5 million to improve sewer system
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development West Virginia State Director Ryan Thorn announced last week that Rural Development is investing $12 million to strengthen infrastructure, enhance public safety, and[Read More…]
Commission Recognizes Outgoing Officials
One of the final acts of the Braxton County Commission at their regular meeting last Friday, December 20 was to recognize two outgoing public officials for their dedication to the[Read More…]
Local Residents Complete ChaleNGe Academy Course
The Mountaineer ChalleNGe Academy has announced Class 2-24 as the 63rd class to complete this West Virginia National Guard Program. Commencement exercises were held Friday, December 13th at Camp Dawson[Read More…]
Burnsville VFD to Receive Loan for Emergency Shelter
USDA Announces Over $3 Million in New Projects U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development West Virginia State Director Ryan Thorn last week announced a new round of investments totaling[Read More…]
Noel “Skeeter” Pletcher Awarded Lions’ Prestigious Melvin Jones Fellowship
The Melvin Jones Fellowship is considered the highest form of recognition within the Lions Club. Recipients are recognized for their exemplary service to their club and community, and for upholding[Read More…]
Central West Virginia Aging recognizes staff
Christmas came early for the employees of Central West Virginia Aging Services recently. On Sunday, December 8 the staff gathered at the Days Inn Conference Center for their annual Holiday[Read More…]
Sheriff Elect Williams Discusses Budget With Commission
Eddie Williams, who will be taking over as Braxton County Sheriff on January 1, addressed his concerns pertaining to the Sheriff’s Department budget at last Friday’s County Commission meeting.Williams, who[Read More…]
MFB Receives West Virginia American Water Grant
The American Water Charitable Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization established by American Water, along with West Virginia American Water announced, earlier this week, the 13 recipients of the company’s fourth annual[Read More…]
Area Christmas Parades begin Friday
Christmas enthusiasts are getting ready for the big day. To get everyone in the festive spirit, area municipalities will be hosting their annual Holiday Parades beginning with Gassaway on Friday,[Read More…]