Randel Dane “Rick” RobertsRandel Dane “Rick” Roberts, 67 of Webster Springs, passed away on Friday, December 6, 2024 at Webster County Memorial Hospital. He was born June 4, 1957 in[Read More…]
The Braxton Democrat
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…]
Braxton Magistrate Report
Magistrate Beth SmithDecember 3: Sarah Beth Stump of Flatwoods, trespassing, dismissed, deferred adjudication agreement was completed; William Sellers of Sutton, domestic battery, dismissed, victim does not wish to pursue charges.December[Read More…]
Legislative Update… By Lori Dittman WV House of Delegates 63rd District
As December begins, the Christmas season is officially upon us! I had the privilege of participating in the Gassaway and Sutton Christmas Parades. Despite the cold temperatures, the community’s spirit[Read More…]
GWV 2024 Fellowship Class Includes Braxton Native
Generation West Virginia Celebrates the Graduation of the 2024 Fellowship Class, Empowering Young Leaders Across the State Generation West Virginia (GWV) has announced the graduation of the GWV Fellowship Class[Read More…]
Braxton Knights Win First Game Of Basketball Season
By Shirley ShumanPlaying their season-opening game at Robert L. Bland, the Knights came home with a 39-33 win. Braxton coach Nick Long called the win “a great way to open[Read More…]
Legislative Update… By Lori Dittman WV House of Delegates 63rd District
Thanksgiving week was a restful and delightful time spent with family and friends, a perfect way to close out November. As I write this column on December 1st, the Christmas[Read More…]
Braxton Magistrate Report
Magistrate Beth SmithNovember 25: Curtis L. Hairston of Winston Salem, NC, speeding, no contest plea, fine/court costs assessed and paid; Faysal N. Sen of Morgantown, speeding, guilty plea, fine/court costs[Read More…]
Muzzleloader Deer Season to Open Monday, December 16
The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) announced this week that the state’s muzzleloader deer hunting season will run from Dec. 16–22 and reminded hunters to purchase an RM[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…]