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Big Sandy hosts EKY Regional Science & Engineering Fair
PRESTONSBURG — Big Sandy Community and Technical College (BSCTC) recently hosted the East Kentucky Regional Science & Engineering Fair. Students in grades 4-12 were invited to display their scientific talents to earn a spot at the Kentucky Science & Engineering Fair. This program brings creativity and involvement from the community and allows students to explore…
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William G. Duke Golf Scramble set for May 10
The Big Sandy College Educational Foundation Inc. will host its annual William G. Duke Golf Scramble on Friday, May 10, at Stonecrest Golf Course in Prestonsburg. This day is about giving while you golf. It allows you to invest in the future, ensuring BSCTC students have access to educational resources and opportunities necessary to achieve…
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Fletcher wins first place in regional science fair
McKenna Fletcher, a fourth-grade student from Warfield Elementary School, took home first place in Biomedical and Behavioral Science at the Big Sandy Regional Science Fair held Saturday in Prestonsburg. This is the first time ever for Warfield Elementary School.
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The Nest at BSCTC continues to provide support to students
PRESTONSBURG — Each month, over 100 students at Big Sandy Community and Technical College visit The Nest located on the Prestonsburg Campus. The Nest is a resource center catering to the needs of BSCTC students. The Nest offers essential resources to students facing various challenges, including food insecurity. With a commitment to ensuring no student…
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Police capture ‘violent felon’ after intense pursuit
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN PRESTONSBURG — The Prestonsburg City Police apprehended a man they labeled a “violent felon” Feb. 21. The capture of Thomas Price of Johnson County followed a high-stakes chase and an intense manhunt that spanned several hours. The pursuit began when Sgt. Darrell Preston identified a late model two-door Honda sedan…
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3D mammography available in Prestonsburg
PRESTONSBURG — UK King’s Daughters Prestonsburg offers 3D mammography screenings Monday through Friday. Screenings are available onboard King’s Daughters mobile unit located right outside the Prestonsburg Family Care Center at 1279 Old Abbott Mountain Road. This service is made possible through a grant in collaboration with the Kentucky Women’s Cancer Screening Program, which supports early…
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BSCTC has over $200K available in scholarship funding
PRESTONSBURG — Big Sandy Community and Technical College has over $200,000 available in scholarship funding and invites students to apply now. Madison Taylor is an example of the impact of scholarships. She is a first-year student enrolled in the dental hygiene program at the Mayor campus of BSCTC and has been honored as a recipient…
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BSCTC announces honors lists
PRESTONSBURG — Big Sandy Community and Technical College announced the outstanding achievements of students who earned a place on the dean’s and president’s lists for their exceptional academic performance during the fall semester of 2023. The dean’s list represents high-achieving individuals who have consistently maintained a 3.5 GPA or higher and enrolled in 12 credit…
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Lovely native becomes Prestonsburg’s first female officer in nearly a decade
PRESTONSBURG — Paige Maynard of Lovely has been sworn in as Prestonsburg City Police’s first female officer in almost 10 years. This appointment was officially announced Thursday by the police department. Maynard, a former police telecommunicator for Martin County 911, took the oath of office a week prior. The police department revealed that Prestonsburg Mayor…