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Delbarton Town Council hears update on Dilapidated Grant progress
During the Delbarton Town Council meeting on September 9, town recorder Kim Totten provided an update on the status of the Dilapidated Grant. Totten reported that the necessary contract was expected to be finalized soon. “The WV Demolition turned in the paperwork that was missing, and all of that was done,” she said. “They did provide a performance bond, and we have a copy of that. We submitted a request to proceed to the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), and everything is approved. There were two things the contractor was waiting on: a contract and proof that we ran the advertisement. I sent that to him today. Hopefully, they will get that approved, and we will have notice to proceed in the next day or two.”
New TV show to film at the Old Hospital on College Hill
Williamson is set to become the backdrop for a new television mini-series, with a goal to bring excitement, exposure and economic growth to the region. In a highly anticipated move, production will resume with filming in November 2024 on “P27: The Series,” which is a suspense drama/mystery that combines gripping storytelling with the picturesque beauty of West Virginia’s landscapes.
Officials: Work underway on airport access road
Provided weather conditions remain conducive for construction, the remaining 1.7-mile section leading to the Southern West Virginia Regional Airport should be paved and completed by the end of September. That was the latest update provided to the Mingo County Airport Authority’s board of directors during that body’s latest meeting on...
Pike, Kentucky, man dies in mine incident
A Pike County, Kentucky, man died in a mining incident on the evening of Sept. 6. According to a statement issued by West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice, 33-year-old Gary Chapman of South Williamson, Kentucky, died following injuries suffered at the Mountaineer II Mine near Sharples in Logan County. "When we...
Low river levels creating water woes for Kermit
The Tug River’s current low water level is making it difficult for the Kermit Water Department to take in the amount of water it needs to ensure that there are no service interruptions to its customers. During the Sept. 9 Kermit Town Council meeting, Mayor Charles Sparks informed councilmembers...
FC Mingo Central swarms back to forge 2-2 tie with Tug soccer
NAUGATUCK – The competition was fierce on Tuesday night as county soccer rivals Tug Valley and Mingo Central met on Tug's pitch at Bob Brewer Stadium in Naugatuck. Not only was it a battle between the Miners and the Panthers, it was also a fight between a swarm of bees and the Tug and Mingo players, coaches and fans.
TVHS volleyball spikes Logan in three straight sets
NAUGATUCK – The Tug Valley High School volleyball team's home match on Tuesday was a successful one as the Lady Panthers toppled Logan, 3-0, at the TVHS gym at Naugatuck. Tug Valley, now 4-3 on the season, dominated the match, winning 25-8, 25-21, 25-16 over the Lady Cats. Freshman...
Middle school football roundup: Tigers, Wolfpack open up season with wins
MATEWAN – The Matewan Middle School football team started off the 2024 season on the right foot with last Thursday's season-opening 32-14 win over county opponent Lenore at Matewan's Tiger Stadium. Matewan (1-0 overall and 1-0 in county play), was led by David Johnson who rolled up 158 yards...
Mingo's Hall to fight Timbs in her 'toughest bout ever’
After an extended time away from the squared octagon, Mingo County native Cheyenne Hall is set to make her return to the MMA ring this Saturday, Sept. 14, as she is scheduled to face Krissa Timbs in what she is calling her “toughest fight” ever. The featherweight bout...
Week two football wrap-up
CLEAR FORK – This year's Mingo Central/Westside game was much different as the Renegades held on to beat the Miners last Friday, Sept. 6, in a 21-20 thriller at The Burial Ground, the home of the Westside High School football team, at Clear Fork. With the loss, Mingo Central...
Week 3: Prep Preview
What: Liberty-Raleigh (1-1) at Mingo Central (0-2) When: Friday, Sept. 13, 7 p.m. Where: Buck Harless Stadium, Mingo Central High School, Newtown, W.Va. Last year's meeting: Mingo Central beat Liberty-Raleigh, 32-0 Last week: Mingo Central lost 21-20 at Westside last week, Liberty-Raleigh beat Pikeview, 34-14 All-time series: Mingo Central leads...
Wellness center receives funding for its new optometry addition
Williamson Health and Wellness Center officials were already confident that the latest addition to the list of the healthcare provider’s many services — an optometry center headed up by optometrist Madison Dillon — would eventually acquire all the funding it needed to come to full fruition. A...
Generation WV hosts in-person session in Williamson
On Sept. 5, Generation WV hosted an in-person session that included a tour of the Y'allternative Art Spot and a discussion led by Jim Pajarillo, an attorney and president of the HeArt of WV nonprofit. The event aimed to foster creativity and community engagement among local youth, emphasizing the importance...
Hatfield sentencing hearing postponed
The Sept. 12 sentencing hearing for the former chief executive officer of the now-defunct Williamson Memorial Hospital and former mayor of the City of Williamson who entered a guilty plea for theft of government funds has been postponed. U.S. District Court for the Southern District of West Virginia Judge Irene...
Lenore, Kermit middle schools combining again in football
LENORE – For the fourth straight year the Lenore and Kermit middle school football teams will be combining players to make up one single team. With a lack of numbers at Kermit, the Blue Devils will be once again joining forces with the Rangers. Two years ago, and playing...
Gilbert Middle School football has added depth this season
GILBERT – The Gilbert Middle School football program was forced to fold midway into the 2023 season due to a lack of numbers. But this fall, things look to be different for the Lions as Gilbert has more athletes out for the team and added depth. Things look to...
Organizers: King Coal Festival goers can expect blend of old, new events
When the main event of the 51st Annual King Coal Festival gets underway a little later this month on Saturday, Sept. 21, those coming out for this year’s festivities can expect a blend of both new and old activities. However, before festival goers turn out to take in everything...
Commission considers financial assistance for Airport Authority
The Mingo County Commission discussed a financial request from the Airport Authority during its meeting on September 4. Leigh Ann Ray, representing the Airport Authority, addressed the commission, stating that the authority is currently facing financial challenges, a situation echoed by many general aviation airports across West Virginia. “I did...
Tug Valley soccer wins on the road at Man, 7-1
MAN – After a weird season opener on Friday, Aug. 30 in a suspended match vs. Hannan at the Shawnee Athletic Complex in the Charleston area, the Panthers hit the road on Saturday, Aug. 31 at Man and scored a convincing 7-1 win over the Hillbillies. Aiden Bosserman booted...
Home-and-away series with old rival Belfry highlights Miners' 2024-25 hoop schedule
NEWTOWN – A home-and-away series with old cross border rival Belfry., Ky., is one of the highlights to Mingo Central's 2024-25 boys' basketball schedule which was released this week. The Miners are scheduled to travel to Belfry on Jan. 30, then have a return game with the Pirates on...
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