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Johnson County woman on the run from police after stealing from King’s Daughters Clinic
Prestonsburg Police Department has issued a warning to the public of credit fraud and hoping for help in locating the woman they suspect in the crime. Katie Picklesimer, of Tutor Key in Johnson County who worked at King’s Daughters Clinic in Prestonsburg is accused of stealing people’s credit card information.
Martin County Arrest Report
INEZ — Martin County Sheriff John Kirk’s Office reported the following arrests:. Aaron Jude, 28, of Fort Gay, West Virginia, was arrested Monday in Inez on four bench warrants for court. Deputy Dennis Hall made the arrest. Jorge Blake Hiromato Jr., 23, of Debord, was arrested Saturday on...
Lady Cards pick up win
INEZ — The Martin County Lady Cardinals softball team (8-12) went 1-1 last week. The Cards rolled over Powell County (5-11) with a 15-5 score and fell in district play versus Paintsville (8-16). The following is a recap of last week’s action:. MCHS vs. Powell County. The Lady...
Paintsville school board approves tentative budget
The Paintsville Independent Board of Education approved its 2024-2025 tentative budget during its regular meeting May 13. Superintendent David Gibson noted that the tentative budget includes $1.4 million in the district's general fund, which is "really strong for us." "I think a few years ago we were at $700,000," he...
Collins honored on Senior Night
Last Thursday, the Paintsville Lady Tigers picked up a 5-1 on Senior Night over the Fairview Lady Eagles in softball action in Paintsville. With neither team allowing anything over the first two and 1/2 innings, Paintsville got on the board first in the bottom of the third. After A dropped...
Stidham Old-Time Music Gathering set for July 26-28 in Tomahawk
TOMAHAWK — The 2024 Stidham Old-Time Music Gathering will take place July 26-28 at the James E. Webb Musical Repair & Sales shop in Tomahawk. Organized by James L. Webb, son of the shop’s namesake, the festival will feature an extensive lineup of old-time musicians and workshops throughout the weekend.
Paintsville City Council approves first reading of proposed burning restrictions
During its regular meeting on May 13, the Paintsville City Council approved the first reading of a new ordinance that would affect burn laws in the City of Paintsville. According to Paintsville Mayor Bill Mike Runyon, the ordinance was a response to an event on Fourth Street, where a fire got “out of hand” and ignited a hillside.
Teacher of the Year highlights another Johnson County educator
Kevin Dailey, Kentucky’s 2024 Teacher of the Year, has been on a mission to recognize exceptional teachers as part of his series, “The (Im)Perfect Classroom.”. For the second time, Dailey has chosen to highlight a Johnson County educator, this time choosing Porter Elementary School teacher Nikki Johnson. “As...
Inez Elementary announces Students of the Month
INEZ — Principal Amanda Fields, teachers and staff recently announced the April 2024 Students of the Month at Inez Elementary School. Kolton Sarver, Kindergarten, Mrs. Becky Cain. Betty Maynard, Kindergarten, Mrs. Sara Moore. Finley Goforth, First Grade, Ms. Robynn Haney. Jasmine Hamilton, First Grade, Ms. Krista Wheeler. Colin Chapman,...
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