Bronze Award: Laura Puckett – Sutton, WV Several Girl Scouts have received the highest honors that they can achieve at their grade level.The following Cadettes earned the Silver Award:Julie Martin[Read More…]
The Braxton Democrat
WV Caring to Host a Free End-of-Life Training
WV Caring will host a clergy conference on Monday, November 13, 2023, entitled, “Caring for Your Flock at the End-of-Life.” This free, training will provide end-of-life knowledge and tools to[Read More…]
Elk River Trail Foundation Receives $1,365,000 Grant
The Elk River Trail Foundation has been awarded $1,365,000 in grant funds by the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) for the Harnessing the Economic Power of the Elk River Trails Project,[Read More…]
Legislative Update… By Lori Dittman WV House of Delegates 63rd District
I attended the Center for the Advancement of Leadership Skills last week. The training was informative, interesting, and applicable. Sessions included The Four Cs of Group Dynamics, Relevant Leadership: Leading[Read More…]
Marshall welcomes BCMS 8th-Graders for Future WV Workers Tour
Marshall University is launching an initiative to introduce young people to thriving industries in the Mountain State and teach them about career opportunities and professional pathways in these fields.The Future[Read More…]
Braxton Magistrate Report
Magistrate Beth SmithOctober 18: Joshua Allen Tallarito of Camden on Gauley, possession of heroin, no contest plea, fine/court costs assessed; Heather D. Sneberger of Beverly, speeding, not guilty plea; Larry[Read More…]
The Health Plan/Mountaineer Food Bank Launch Groundbreaking Partnership
The Health Plan (THP) and Mountaineer Food Bank (MFB) have teamed up with health centers across the state to address food insecurity and its impact on the health of West[Read More…]
Legislative Update… By Lori Dittman WV House of Delegates 63rd District
I had the pleasure of attending the Braxton County Farm Bureau’s annual meeting and covered dish dinner. Among the locals that were there, Farm Bureau Administrator Steve Butler spoke to[Read More…]
Braxton Magistrate Report
Magistrate Beth SmithOctober 6: Michael K. Corbett of Sutton, expired MVI, dismissed proof provided; John Camden Rhodes, Jr. of Sutton, attempt to commit arson, preliminary hearing waived, transferred to circuit[Read More…]
Christmas From the Heart to Accept Applications Oct. 26-27
Christmas from the Heart, a local program sponsored through the Braxton Community Coalition and staffed by volunteers from various churches and groups, has a mission to help meet the needs[Read More…]