By Shirley Shuman Heidi Payne recently signed a letter of intent to run track and cross country at Concord University. Payne, the daughter of Eric and Lisa Payne, has run[Read More…]
Braxton Citizens’ News
Obituaries
Martha Emogene Cowger SandridgeMartha Emogene Cowger Sandridge, 84 of Webster Springs, passed away on Tuesday, May 2, 2023 at Autumn Lake Health Care at Crystal Springs in Elkins. She was[Read More…]
A great occasion…
Jeanine and I had the privilege of watching our granddaughter graduate from college this weekend. I must admit that it was a bit taxing for an old guy that has[Read More…]
BCHS Valedictorian plans to attend Marshall University
By Shirley Shuman Madison Duffield, ranked first in Braxton County High’s Class of 2023, is seriously considering a career in speech pathology. “I’m a bit conflicted, but I’m leaning toward[Read More…]
Pool shooting for everyone now available in Gassaway
By Shirley Shuman Starting yesterday, area residents of all ages who enjoy shooting pool have an alcohol-free venue for their enjoyment. Nick and Bridgett Carson opened Bricks Billiards at 521[Read More…]
Country Corner Café opens in Sutton
On Saturday, May 6th, the Country Corner Café opened its doors for the first time in Sutton. The café, owned by Laurel and David Petolicchio and operated by Angie Maxwell,[Read More…]
Board begins search for new Superintendent
During the May 2 meeting, the Braxton County Board of Education voted to immediately post for the position of superintendent with the post-closing at 4:00 pm on May 9 on[Read More…]
Chapman retires as Executive Director of Senior Center
The Braxton County Senior Center honored retiring Executive Director Mary Chapman on her final day, May 3 after over ten years leading the facility. Gary Rexroad, incoming Executive Director, thanked[Read More…]
Obituaries
Sandra L. GillSandra L. Gill, 67, of Airport Road, Sutton, WV passed away on April 21, 2023 at home. She was born on July 11, 1955 to parents Roy and[Read More…]
Still on the mend…
I would like to report that I have put my surgery behind me and am moving on… Unfortunately, I can’t honestly say that. This thing has not been all that[Read More…]
