We are in the final week of the 2023 legislative session. This is typically the time the gremlins come out. A couple of big items apparently have been dealt with.[Read More…]
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Braxton wrestlers place 4th in state tournament
By Shirley Shuman In the WV State Wrestling Tournament, Braxton’s team finished fourth among AA teams. The Eagles earned 127 points, the most points a Braxton team has ever earned[Read More…]
BCMS holds first Geography Bee since beginning of pandemic
By Shirley Shuman Fifty-five Braxton County Middle School students from all three grades competed in the school’s recent revival of the Geography Bee. Director Alicia McPherson explained that the Geography[Read More…]
Prosecuting Attorney resigns
Braxton County’s Prosecuting Attorney, Jasmine R.H. Morton tendered her resignation to the Braxton County Commission at their regular meeting last Friday, March 3. Morton was present to review the emotional[Read More…]
Braxton Rotary announces dates for Elimination Dinner, Blood Screening
The Braxton County Rotary Club has announced the dates for their annual Elimination Dinner and their Spring Blood Screening. According to organization president Dylan Johnson, the Elimination Dinner will be[Read More…]
Game Nights to be Held at Burnsville Public Library Beginning March 28th
The Burnsville Public Library has announced that they will be hosting a Game Night sponsored by Teen Scene the 4th Friday of each month, from 6-8 pm. This program is[Read More…]
Sutton Town Council Assists SVFD
With Backup Generator Purchase
The Sutton Town Council conducted a special meeting on Monday, February 27 to discuss finances.The first item discussed was the purchase of a tractor for the town. Council realized they[Read More…]
Board Evaluates Superintendent
On February 28, the Braxton County Board of Education conducted a special meeting in order to complete the evaluation for Superintendent Dr. Rhonda Combs.Board President Evelyn Post asked the board[Read More…]
Braxton Awarded Federal Funds for Food and Shelter Programs
Braxton County has been chosen to receive funds to supplement emergency food and shelter programs in the county. The source of funding is a federal appropriation from Congress to the[Read More…]
Braxton Magistrate Report
Magistrate Beth SmithFebruary 22: John D. Curtin of Drury, NZ, speeding, guilty plea, fine/court costs assessed and paid.February 23: Taylor L. Graham of Summersville, speeding, no contest plea, fine/court costs[Read More…]