The Braxton County Animal Shelter received a substantial donation from the family of Deanna Yost this week. Deanna was a big animal lover, so family and friends felt a donation[Read More…]
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Gary Beamer Sentenced to 3-30 Years in Prison
On April 14, Gary Augustus Beamer appeared for sentencing before Braxton County Circuit Judge Michael W. Asbury, Jr. The defendant had previously pled guilty to three felonies for obtaining money[Read More…]
Obituaries
Carol Ann ArthurCarol Ann Arthur, 79 of Webster Springs, passed away on Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at her home. She was born October 15, 1945 in Webster Springs to the[Read More…]
For better or worse – it’s over…
I spent most of my Monday morning catching up on the final hours of the legislative session by reading all the emails that had accumulated over the weekend. For once,[Read More…]
#6 in 2025 Class on XC championship team
By Shirley Shuman Teagan Huff, sixth in this year’s BCHS graduating class, did not hesitate when asked what in her high school career had made the biggest impact on her.[Read More…]
Sutton Moose Lodge hosts Easter activities
On Sunday, April 13, Sutton Moose Lodge #825 opened their doors to children throughout Braxton County for a special afternoon full of Easter activities. Twenty-for kids participated in the event[Read More…]
Elder abuse results in Sand Fork couples’ arrest
What began as a welfare check of a Sand Fork elderly man has resulted in the arrest of his two care-givers on felony charges of abuse or neglect of an[Read More…]
New Circuit Judge Morton accepts plea agreements
New Circuit Judge Jasmine R.H. Morton presided over two plea hearings earlier this month. On April 2nd, Richard David Cooke and his attorney David Karickhoff came before the Court. The[Read More…]
Sheriff puts new fire extinguishers to good use
One of the priorities of Sheriff Eddie Williams, when he assumed his duties earlier this year, was to resupply deputies’ cruisers with what Williams termed necessary first responder items. One[Read More…]
Legislative Update… By Lori Dittman WV House of Delegates 63rd District
Members of the House of Delegates began the process of completing a balanced state budget for the next state Fiscal Year, which begins July 1, 2025. The House passed its[Read More…]