John Richard “Rick” Mitchell, JrJohn Richard “Rick” Mitchell, Jr., 75, of Gassaway passed away on Sunday, March 5, 2023 at WVU Medicine Braxton County Memorial Hospital, Gassaway.He was born November[Read More…]
The Braxton Democrat
Burnsville Elementary School Hosts Family Math Night
Burnsville Elementary School hosted a family math night with tremendous success and a wonderful turnout. Students and their families visited multiple stations to participate in activities including 3-D Shapes, Area,[Read More…]
Burnsville Lake’s Riffle Run Day Use Area Closed for Dredging
The Riffle Run Day Use Area and launch ramp was closed beginning, Monday, March 6, The Corps will work with the West Virginia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) to dredge[Read More…]
Local City National Bank Named 2022 Branch of the Year
The Sutton Office of the City National Bank has been named the 2022 Branch of the Year for the Central Region. The award recognizes overall excellence and achievement based on[Read More…]
Legislative Update… By Lori Dittman WV House of Delegates 63rd District
Members of the West Virginia House of Delegates met for another Saturday session and in one day, secured the long-term stability and viability of the Public Employees Insurance Agency, passed[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…]