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Bravo to Athletes Competing at State Events

Salyersville · Salyersville

Bravo to Athletes Competing at State Events

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The Jamestown Sun hands out these bravos this week: Bravo to the installation of a new light system at Jack Brown Stadium. The system, which includes new poles and LED fixtures, replaces one that was damaged by lightning in July 2023 and couldn't be repaired. The new system is more efficient and doesn't give off light pollution. The $310,500 cost was paid for through grants from several agencies and programs, private donations and through the Ja…See the Story

Magoffin man facing federal charges

Salyersville · Salyersville

Magoffin man facing federal charges

PIKEVILLE – A Magoffin County man was federally indicted last Thursday on firearm and drug charges related to a Johnson County arrest made in January. On January 7, 2025, Tyler C. Isaac, 29, of Mud Lick Road, in Salyersville, was arrested by Johnson County Sheriff Scott Hazlette after police were able to recover a stolen Jeep out of Lawrence County during a traffic stop. At that time, Isaac was charged with receiving stolen property $1,000 Read Article

City council discusses fair bidding ordinance

Salyersville · Salyersville

City council discusses fair bidding ordinance

SALYERSVILLE – The Salyersville City Council met in regular session on May 19, discussing ongoing projects, buying a new lawnmower, and the potential for a fair bidding ordinance. The council approved paying the city and Water Works bills. They approved the purchase of a new lawnmower, a grass catcher and a mowing deck for the tractor for the city park and ball fields. Eric Ratliff with Big Sandy ADD addressed the council on two ongoing projects…Read Article

Allied Health Pinning Ceremony

On May 22, Magoffin County High School held a First Allied Health Pinning Ceremony, honoring the nurse aid and pharmacy tech students who have officially passed their exams and received their certifications. Magoffin County Career and Technical Center noted in their social media post: “An extra shout out to Abigail Bradley, Alyssa Endicott for passing their CNA Exams while participating in the American Building Apprenticeship Program through the…Salyersville · Salyersville Read Article

Magoffin man indicted on federal drug charges out of Johnson County - Mountain Top Media

PIKEVILLE, Ky. — A Magoffin County man has been indicted on federal drug and gun charges out of Johnson County. A grand jury indicted Tyler Isaac, 29, of Salyersville, last week on charges of possession of meth with the intent to distribute and felon in possession of a firearm. The charges stem from an incident in Johnson County back in January. If convicted, Isaac faces up to 20 years in prison for the drug charge and 15 years for the gun chargePrison · Salyersville Read Article

World War II veteran Edgar Arnett played an integral role in formation of Erlanger Schools - NKyTribune

By Patricia Sheyer NKyTribune reporter Edgar Arnett was born in Salyersville, Kentucky in 1895 to a changing world. He grew up witnessing the gradual transition from horses to cars, the assasination of a president, the sinking of the Titanic, the birth of the Boy Scouts, and the unrest of an expanding war in Europe. Edgar graduated from high school, and worked on his Bachelor’s degree at Eastern University and University of Kentucky. After the w…World War II · Salyersville Read Article

child abuse arrest made after 5-yr-old shows up at school with bruising

SALYERSVILLE – A Gunlock man was arrested last Thursday after a Head Start student kept falling asleep in class and had extensive bruising. According to the arrest citation, Kentucky State Police was called to North Magoffin Elementary on May 15, to a criminal abuse of a child complaint, with a 5-year-old male juvenile with extensive bruising over parts of his body. The school also advised KSP the student had not been to school in over a week, a…Salyersville · Salyersville Read Article

A DAY IN COURT: Sentencings handed down in multiple Magoffin cases

SALYERSVILLE – Several Magoffin County court cases were settled on May 16, with sentencings issued in multiple cases. On May 16, Circuit Judge Kimberley Childers signed a judgment and sentence on a plea of guilty from Matthew Carr, 37, of Merlin Taulbee Road, in Salyersville, who appeared in open court on May 1, pleading guilty to the charge of possession of a controlled substance, first degree, first offense, methamphetamine, admitting to commi…Salyersville · Salyersville Read Article

Brenda Sue Shepherd Pennington

Brenda Sue Shepherd Pennington age 65 of Prestonsburg, Kentucky passed away Sunday, May 18, 2025 at the Highlands ARH in Prestonsburg, Kentucky. She was born June 13, 1959 in Paintsville, Kentucky to the late Aaron and Berta Moore Shepherd. Survived by her husband, James Pennington, Jr., one son, Shawn and his wife, Ashley Pennington of Portland, Tennessee, two brothers, Steve Shepherd of Alger, Ohio, Owen A. Shepherd of Eastern, Kentucky, four …Salyersville · Salyersville Read Article

Carolyn Viola “Jessica” Wolf

Carolyn Viola “Jessica” Wolf, age 82, a resident of Candle Drive in Salyersville, Kentucky; passed away Sunday, May 18, 2025 at the Greg and Noreen Wells Hospice Care Center in Hazard, Kentucky. Jessica was born November 3, 1942, in Baltimore, Maryland the daughter of the late Carolyn Viola Rakestraw Wolf. She was employed as a licensed real estate agent prior to her retirement. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends as often as s…Salyersville · Salyersville Read Article

SHS All-Class Reunion set for May 24

The Salyersville High School All Class Reunion Committee announces their upcoming annual event, slated for May 24 and celebrating all former students of Salyersville High School: It’s that time again! Come join us for our 8th Annual SHS All Class Reunion! Date: Saturday, May 24th Place: Salyersville Grade School Time: Doors open at 4 p.m. Program: starts at 5 p.m. Please join fellow alumni for a special evening of memories, laughter, food, music…Music · Salyersville Read Article

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