On December 10 tornadoes hit the state of Kentucky leaving devastation in its’ path.The death toll in the state has risen to 77, breaking a previous record from 1890 from[Read More…]
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Mountaineer Foodbank to receive portion of latest CARES Act funding
Governor Jim Justice recently identified where most of the balance of funding allocated by the federal government through the CARES Act will go.The state had to commit those funds before[Read More…]
Magistrates Report
Magistrate Beth SmithDecember 17: John W. Kennen of Sutton, improper solid waste disposal, guilty plea, fine/court costs assessed and paid.December 21: Jeffrey O. Crites of Cowen, overweight vehicle, dismissed, officer[Read More…]
Another Christmas in the books…
Christmas is over and as always comes with somewhat of a let-down. I guess, its due to all the hectic preparations but when the Christmas activities are over, it always[Read More…]
Three receive prison time, others have day in court
The Honorable Richard A. Facemire recently completed several plea and sentencing hearings in the Braxton County Circuit Court with Braxton County Prosecuting Attorney Jasmine R.H. Morton representing the state during[Read More…]
1000 point Eagles recognized
Before the start of the varsity Eagles basketball game against South Harrison December 23, Head Coach Josh Lunceford recognized three former players with an early Christmas present. (L to R)[Read More…]
Christmas Bonanza winners announced
The final task before the Citizens’ News staff, began their Christmas holiday, was the selection of the winners of the annual Christmas Bonanza contest. Thanks to the generosity of the[Read More…]
Courthouse vandalized
Not everyone was in the Christmas spirit last week. At least one local resident attempted to vandalized and/or break into the Braxton County Courthouse. A shattered back door was discovered[Read More…]
New Board of Ed member takes seat
The Board of Education for Braxton County opened their most recent meeting on December 21 with the swearing in of new board member Martha Dean. The Honorable Richard A. Facemire,[Read More…]
Obituaries
Donnie Carl Carson, 81 of Orlando, WV; departed this earthly life in the early morning hours of Wednesday, December 22, 2021 at the Cabell Huntington Hospital in Huntington, WV; following[Read More…]
