The Sutton Detachment of the West Virginia State Police in conjunction with the Commission of Drunk Driving Prevention will be conducting a Sobriety Checkpoint on Thursday, March 14. The purpose[Read More…]
The Braxton Democrat
Pilot Travel Center Celebrates Remodel with Donation to Local School
The Pilot Travel Center in Flatwoods is ready to welcome travelers back with a fresh look and enhanced amenities after a curb-to-counter remodel. In honor of the location’s remodel and[Read More…]
Braxton Magistrate Report
Magistrate Beth SmithFebruary 27: Robert Wayne Hall, Jr. of Charleston, DUI, no contest plea, disorderly conduct, dismissed per plea, 90 days of jail with credit for time served of three[Read More…]
Legislative Update…By Lori Dittman WV House of Delegates 63rd District
Members of the West Virginia Legislature have one full week remaining in the 60-day regular session, and 58 bills have been completed so far.All one hundred members of the House[Read More…]
Board of Education Hears Update on Middle School
The Braxton County Board of Education held their most recent meeting February 27. The meeting was called to order and led by Board Vice President Kevin Gregory. Board President Evelyn[Read More…]
County Commission Holds Two Meetings in Three Days
Last week the Braxton County Commission hosted two meetings in a three-day period. When ask why a special meeting was necessary just two days before a regular meeting, Commission President[Read More…]
Braxton Magistrate Report
Magistrate Beth SmithFebruary 20: Sabrina Eve Bookheimer of Strange Creek, DUI, possession of meth, warrantless arrest, bond set at $4500 cash or surety; Brandon Brashear of Lemont Furnace, PA, overweight[Read More…]
Legislative Update… By Lori Dittman WV House of Delegates 63rd District
Members of the West Virginia House of Delegates are continuing to move bills through committees and votes on the House floor as legislative deadlines loom.House Bill 5540, also known as[Read More…]
Town of Sutton Holds Regular Council Meeting
The Sutton Town Council held their most recent meeting on Thursday, February 22. The meeting was called to order by Mayor JD Hoover. Present were Recorder Robyn Dolan, Council member[Read More…]
Local Kroger Store Workers May Vote For Work Strike
This week, Kroger union members working at 38 stores in West Virginia, Kentucky and Ohio will vote on a new contract and potential work stoppage. The Gassaway Kroger, located at[Read More…]