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Warfield appoints Ward, welcomes community garden
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN WARFIELD — The Warfield City Commission accepted the resignation of a commissioner, appointed Jeff Ward to fill the vacant seat and approved plans for a new community garden during its meeting Thursday. Commissioners also heard from a county tourism official about plans for a Warfield Liberty Celebration. Ward was appointed…
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French bulldog’s sudden paralysis highlights tick danger in the Tug Valley
BY ANNIE HOLLER MOUNTAIN CITIZEN DINGESS, W.Va. — As warmer weather settles across the Tug Valley region, veterinarians are warning pet owners about a sharp rise in cases of tick paralysis. This potentially fatal neurological condition can leave dogs unable to walk within days. The concern became personal for the Walker family of Dingess, West…
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Warfield to raise new flag Saturday
The City of Warfield invites the public to a flag-raising ceremony Saturday at 10 a.m. at City Hall. Members of the Disabled American Veterans (DAV) will assist with raising the new flag and will take custody of the existing flag for proper disposal. The new flag was donated by James Ayers and First State Bank.
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CAP announces scholarship opportunities
The Big Sandy Area Community Action Program is offering scholarship opportunities for eligible residents in the Big Sandy region through its Community Services Block Grant program. The agency will award two types of scholarships. The CSBG Scholarship provides a one-time award of $500 to 10 individuals. The Eula Hall Community Advocate Scholarship offers a one-time…
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When the creek runs orange, trust runs dry
When a creek turns the color of “tomato soup,” something is wrong and everyone knows it. In Delbarton and Ragland, West Virginia, residents did what responsible citizens do. They looked, they asked, they documented. And when answers did not come quickly enough, they began testing the water themselves. That alone should trouble us. No community…
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Sweet moments
Cindy, a resident at Martin County Health Care Facility, helps prepare for National Nursing Home Week by stuffing a Candyland-themed piñata. Staff says she is a valued part of the community and a great asset to the activities department. “Thank you, Cindy, for all your help in making us the best.” (Submitted photo)
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This and that, news and sports notes
Jury selection got underway last week in Mingo County for the second trial of a man accused of killing West Virginia state trooper Sgt. Cory Maynard in June 2023. Timothy Kennedy Jr., 32, of Matewan, appeared in court, where they began the process ahead of a new trial scheduled to begin May 4. Kennedy faces…
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Martin County court docket
INEZ — Judge Brett Butcher heard the following cases April 28 in Martin District Court: Dakota Joe Bowen (arraignment) — 1. Speeding 19 mph over the limit; 2. Failure to wear a seat belt; 3. Failure to produce insurance card: 1. Six-month diversion and court costs, $143.00, show cause 10/13/26 at 9:30 a.m.; 2. Dismissed…
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Martin County civil suits, deeds and marriages
INEZ — Martin Circuit Clerk Denise Gauze reported eight civil suits filed in her office from April 24 to April 29. Meanwhile, Martin County Clerk Susie Skyles reported five deeds and one marriage recorded in her office through April 29. Civil Suits Midland Credit Management Inc. vs. Amanda Stepp. Merrick Bank vs. Diana McCoy. Midland…
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Mingo County arrest report
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT WILLIAMSON, W.Va. — The Mingo County Magistrate Court clerk’s officer released several criminal complaints and arrest reports, while jail booking information was obtained from the Southwestern Regional Jail. Matthew Doyle Slone, 54, was booked May 4 in Mingo County on a bond violation. Chantel Marie Steele, 21, was booked May 3 on…
