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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…
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FBI recruiters visit BSCTC, seeking future electronic technicians
PRESTONSBURG — In an initiative to discover the next generation of electronic technicians, the Federal Bureau of Investigation recently sent two recruiters, Ron Laughlin and Matt Hall, from the Louisville branch to visit the electrical programs at Big Sandy Community and Technical College. The goal of this visit was clear: to identify and recruit talented…
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Former Floyd school administrator pleads guilty to sexual assault of minors
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT PRESTONSBURG — April Bradford, 51, of Weeksbury, pleaded guilty Thursday to crimes involving the sexual assault of minors. Bradford pleaded guilty to eight counts of sodomy third degree and 11 counts of sex abuse first degree. A Floyd County grand jury indicted Bradford June 15. During her plea, Bradford admitted to sexually…
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Elliot Contracting collaborates with BSCTC to offer real-world apprenticeship model opportunities
PRESTONSBURG — Elliot Contracting, a construction and contracting company based in Pikeville, is working alongside Big Sandy Community and Technical College to provide apprenticeship model opportunities for students pursuing technical careers. The collaboration bridges the gap between classroom learning and real-world experience, empowering students in their chosen fields. Elliot Contracting will work closely with BSCTC…
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Martin County Water District Workgroup to meet Oct. 12 in Prestonsburg
FRANKFORT — The Martin County Water District (MCWD) Workgroup will meet in person and by video conference Oct. 12 at 1 p.m. The meeting will take place at the Big Sandy Area Development District Office, 110 Resource Drive, #101, in Prestonsburg. To join the meeting virtually, go to https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82649792039. For questions about connecting to the…
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BSCTC begins fall line worker class with welcome from local electric companies
PRESTONSBURG — Bruce Aaron Davis, CEO of Big Sandy Rural Electric Cooperative Corporation, and Charles Huskie, American Electric Power representative, came to support another cohort of Big Sandy Community & Technical College’s line worker program. Davis addressed the students, emphasizing the significance of their chosen career path and the vital role line workers play in…
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McCall Art Gallery presents ‘San Clemente’ by local artist Toy Adams
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT PRESTONSBURG — The McCall Art Gallery at Big Sandy Community and Technical College is set to display the works of Paintsville-born artist Toy Adams. The exhibition, “San Clemente,” will run from Oct. 18 through Nov. 29. Adams, renowned for his captivating and evocative photography, will be present at the opening reception Oct.…
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Martin County wins Girls Soccer All ‘A’ Classic 15th Region championship
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT PRESTONSBURG — Martin County High School girls soccer made history winning the school’s first All “A” Classic 15th Region championship. The Lady Cards reigned victorious over host Prestonsburg 1-0 in the title game Saturday at Stonecrest. They defeated Shelby Valley 16-0 in the opening game Sept. 5 and Belfry 11-1 in the…