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More coal woes for region, report says
Dylan Lovan Associated Press LOUISVILLE (AP) — Hard times are expected to continue in the Appalachian region that was once the heart of the nation’s coal production, according to a new report. Coal business in the mountains of eastern Kentucky and southern West Virginia is facing declining reserves, higher production costs and competition from other coal basins and natural gas. The region is home to a long-simmering battle between the...
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Newly formed Civitas Media names CFO
DAVIDSON, N.C. — Jeff D. Sherman has been appointed as the first Chief Financial Officer of the newly formed Civitas Media, it was announced May 1 by CEO and President Michael C. Bush. The appointment was effective April 22. Bush said Sherman is a detail-oriented, results driven professional who understands how important it is to provide great customer service. “We are pleased to have someone with Jeff’s financial acumen join our team. He w...
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Three States Printing
Reina P. Cunningham Staff Writer For over a century of service to Bell County and surrounding areas, Three States Printing has been chosen as this week’s edition of Surviving the Hard Times . The business began in 1912 when H.C. Chappel of Hazard decided he wanted to run a newspaper. Three States Printing was originally “Thousand Sticks.” The company later became what it is today — a printing press company. Chappel’s sons, Henry an...
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Area Happenings
To place an announcement in the Community Calendar, email: bmoore@civitasmedia.com; fax: 606-573-0042 attention Bethany Moore; or drop a written copy of the announcement by our office at 120 North 11th Street, Middlesboro (behind Food City). Announcements should be submitted no later than four days before the event. If information is received in time, it will be published one or two days before the event. TODAY The Arts on the SECOND S...
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Simple ways to keep your pet healthy
Special to the Daily News A healthy pet is a happy pet, and responsible pet owners know that their beloved pets’ health rests largely on the owners’ shoulders. Ensuring a pet is healthy over the long haul can be quite simple. While some pets may develop medical conditions that require more attention, the following are a few simply ways pet owners can keep their pets healthy. ■ Don’t skip visits to the veterinarian. Unlike humans, pets can...
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Become a Weather Spotter
Shane Pippin Staff Writer The effects of severe weather are felt every year by many Americans. To obtain critical weather information, NOAA’s National Weather Service (NWS), part of the U.S. Department of Commerce, established SKYWARN with partner organizations. SKYWARN is a volunteer program with nearly 290,000 trained severe weather spotters. These volunteers help keep their local communities safe by providing timely and accurate repo...
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Bell County HOSA attends state conference
Bell County Health Occupation Students of America along with 1,100 other students from Kentucky attended a State Conference and competition in Louisville. Students participated in leadership events as well as skill events. Pictured are, from left: Aaron Redmond, extemporaneous speaking; Ashley Wilder, prepared speaking; Bell County student and Kentucky State Officer Cierra Hatfield; Mikayla Raines, fourth-place extemporaneous writing; and Kev...
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Lawsuit calls for judges to do redistricting
ROGER ALFORD Associated Press FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — The latest lawsuit filed in Kentucky ’s dispute over legislative redistricting calls for a three-judge panel to redraw political boundaries. American Civil Liberties Union of Kentucky attorney Bill Sharp filed the lawsuit Friday on behalf of five Kentuckians who claim the inaction of lawmakers has left them without adequate representation in the state Legislature. Lawmakers don’t ...
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Officials working to repair collapsed KY 987
Shane Pippin Staff Writer Plans are in the works for repairs of the collapsed section of roadway on KY 987 at Brownies Creek in Bell County. A portion of the road fell in early Tuesday morning, creating a serious, impassable hazard. “Our office has been inundated with calls and questions,” said Bruce Nunn of the Bell County Road Department. “We sympathize with the situation out there, but that is a state road, not a county road.” Ho...
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Roho completes fishing tournament
Anthony Cloud Staff Writer The 43rd Annual RoHo Fishing Tournament was held at the Beach Island Mariana Resort on Norris Lake on May 4 and 5. This year, ticket sales and donations met and could exceed last year’s record-breaking turnout. Top ticket sellers were Eddie Beeler, Jeff Higdon and Rusty Peace. A total of 174 people supported a child as well. It cost $30 to support a child for the shopping spree. There were several categories...
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Superintendent screening committee meets
Reina P. Cunningham Staff Writer The Superintendent Screening Committee for the Middlesboro Independent Schools met Thursday night at the Middlesboro Board of Education Central Office, continuing the process of selecting a new superintendent. Kentucky School Boards Association Superintendent Search Consultant Mike Oder addressed the group to make sure they understood their roles and responsibilities of the screening committee, as well a...
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Second Saturday in the Gap
Reina P. Cunningham Staff Writer Officials with Cumberland Gap’s newest tourism event is preparing for rainy weather today - just in case. Second Saturdays in the Gap is sponsored by the Cumberland Gap Art Council and features family friendly, free events all summer on the second Saturday of each month. The original plan is for the event to be held at Festival Park on Colywn Avenue, but if rainy weather threatens the event the organiz...
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Cumberland Gap budget surplus predicted
Reina P. Cunningham Staff Writer Next year’s budget is almost finished and the outlook is good, according to information presented by officials at the latest Cumberland Gap Board of Mayor and Alderman meeting. Alderman Joan Webb explained the findings of a recent meeting of the budget committee to the board. “We met on our budget committee and we have the 2013-2014 budget pretty much worked up,” explained Webb. Even though it is sti...
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Fire destroys family’s home at Varilla
Debbie Caldwell | Daily News The Bell County Fire Department responded to a house fire on Thursday afternoon on Varilla Lane. The residence was occupied by Tony and Teresa Lefevers and their two sons, who are ages 11 and 13. Tony Lefevers said the fire could have started from a dryer that has not been working properly. Tony sustained a burn to his arm while attempting to rescue some animals from inside the burning residence. He said he lost...
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Page students UNITE to wipe out drug use
Reina P. Cunningham Staff Writer Students at the Page School Center and the UNITE club recently came together to work on wiping out drug abuse in Bell County. The wipe out drugs challenge took place April 16-30. Tteachers with the most toilet paper votes were crowned T.P. King and T.P. Queen. The students who brought in the most toilet paper donations was crowned T.P Prince and T.P. Princess. The school received 1,570 rolls of toile...
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Middlesboro police arrest 3 for burglary
Anthony Cloud Staff Writer Three men were arrested by Middlesboro and Pineville police last week for burglary. Tom Smith, Stuart Rutherford and Jerome Ferguson were each arrested and charged with second-degree burglary. The burglaries do not appear to be connected. According to the arrest warrant, Smith, 43, of Middlesboro, entered the dwelling of the alleged victim and took tools, scrap metal, wiring and other material from the hom...
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Former teacher arrested on sexual abuse charge
Staff Report Kentucky State Police Det. Kenny Abner served an arrest warrant Thursday for a former teacher and substitute teacher on sex crime charges allegedly involving a teenage boy. Deron F. Saylor, 47, of Coldiron, was arrested by Trooper Kevin Miller at his home in Molus after he reported a burglary not knowing investigators had been at his home earlier to execute a search warrant. He found items disturbed and reported his residence...
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Recycling center offers electronic recycling this month
Anthony Cloud Staff Writer The 109 Board and the Bell County Recycling Center announced during their regular meeting that they are recognizing May as E-Scrap month. All month, people can bring unwanted electronics to the recycling center for disposal. The official E-Scrap Day will be June 1. Electronics submitted to the recycling center will be stored at the center until June 1. It is urged that people bring the electronics into the c...
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Former substitute teacher arested on sex charges
Kentucky State Police, Post 10 Harlan executed an arrest warrant today for the arrest of Deron F. Saylor, 53, of Coldiron. The arrest was the result of the warrant obtained by Det. Edward Abner resulting from an investigation stemming from Nov. 1. The warrant charges state Saylor subjected a 14-year-old minor to sexual contact while being a person in authority. Saylor knowingly used an electronic device system to communicate and in...
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Cook a finalist for school chief post
Megan McGregor Madisonville Messenger Middlesboro Independent Schools Superintendent Dr. Rita Cook is one of four finalists for the Hopkins County Schools superintendent position. Finalists were revealed after the Hopkins County Board of Education met in closed session Monday night. “All have been successful in different positions, “ said Phil Eason, senior search consultant with the Kentucky Association of School Administrators. “The...
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Defendants found guilty in Taylor murder trial
Anthony Cloud Staff Writer The jury found Brian Hatfield, Candy Maiden and Debbie Partin guilty of complicity to commit murder on Wednesday. The jury returned with the minimal 20 year sentence for each of the defendants. “I accept the verdict. This was a no win situation for all the families involved,” said Kathy Taylor, William Taylor’s youngest daughter. “I feel my…father got the justice he deserved.” “I want to thank the commonweal...
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Cumberland Gap officials talk tourism
Reina P. Cunningham Staff Writer The Cumberland Gap Board of Mayor and Aldermen met for the monthly meeting on Monday. A large part of the meeting was centered around discussion of tourism events. Cumberland Gap has been actively trying to revitalize the area in order to draw bigger crowds for the events. Tourism events are scheduled throughout the summer and so far events have been successful. According to Alderman John Ravnum, the...
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Cruisin’ the Crater set to begin new season
Shane Pippin Staff Writer Organizers are set to kick off another season of Cruisin’ the Crater in Middlesboro. This is the eighth year for the annual event and expectations are high for another fun summertime. “It’s an event that everyone should come out for,” said Leman Moyers, event coordinator. “This is good, clean, family fun. That’s why we’re doing this. We’re trying to provide free, wholesome entertainment.” “We also want to p...
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Barton takes part in outdoor tourism trip
Special to the Daily News SOMERSET — TOUR Southern and Eastern Kentucky (TOUR SEKY) hosted a spring work study trip to Boone, N.C., April 30-May 2. Boone, located in the heart of North Carolina’s High Country, is known for outdoor recreation opportunities. More than 30 people from communities throughout the state participated in the three-day workshop. Judy Barton, representing the Bell County Tourism Commission, attended, along with ...
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Dr. Lovie Stallworth opens practice in downtown Middlesboro
Shane Pippin Staff Writer Dr. Lovie Stallworth has opened her own practice in downtown Middlesboro. Her offices are located on the ground level of the Pinnacle Building, 2010 Cumberland Ave. where she will practice Internal Medicine and Pediatrics. “This is exciting because it has been five year’s in the making,” said Stallworth. Stallworth spoke about her efforts to achieve this dream, and the many obstacles along the way. She admitt...
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