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Marchers turn out for veteran suicide awareness

By Aaron K. Nelson Editor
May 29, 2019

Dozens of supporters turned out Saturday for a first-of-its-kind march through Paintsville to raise awareness for the problem of veteran suicide.

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Walkers sought for veterans march; Participation open to any person, regardless of military service

By Mary Meadows Appalachian Newspapers
May 22, 2019

Local residents are invited to join a march that is geared to raise awareness about veteran suicide during Memorial Day weekend.

County approves new cleanup program with Apple Valley vouchers

By Aaron K. Nelson Editor
May 22, 2019

This week, the Johnson County Fiscal Court rolled out a plan to help residents dispose of excess garbage.

Shawn Hall hired as JCMS Principal

By Waylon Whitson Staff Writer
May 22, 2019

At the Johnson County Schools Board of Education meeting Monday, Superintendent Thom Cochran announced that interim Principal Shawn Hall at Johnson County Middle School will be taking on the role permanently, following a decision by the school's Site-Based Decision Making Council.

Duo charged with child endangerment

By Waylon Whitson Staff Writer
May 22, 2019

Two individuals from Ohio and California were arrested on Saturday on charges including endangering the welfare of a minor, public alcohol intoxication and DUI after PPD officers observed them operating a vehicle with an unrestrained child in the front seat, according to court documents.