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County hosts Princess Tea Party, Page 20 Putnam PSD General Manager Mike McNulty, right, thanks Joe Miller for his 10 years of service to the board of commissioners.
Putnam PSD says goodbye to Miller By Kelly Stadelman kelly@theputnamstandard.com
Three times employees, family and friends at Joe Miller’s farewell party heard about Miller’s service, his achievements and his dedication to Putnam County. “Joe, you definitely have put your footprint on Putnam County,” said Paul Callahan, chairman of the Putnam Public Service District Board of Commissioners. “Putnam County is better for your service. “What is West Virginia’s loss is Florida’s gain. I know you’ll be back someday.” The Putnam PSD held a luncheon to say goodbye to a faithful servant. Miller is moving to Florida to be closer to his five children and numerous grandchildren. Putnam PSD General Manager Mike McNulty said that the board of commissioners will “greatly miss” Miller. “This is one of those days that is bittersweet,” he said. “We are here to honor and thank Joe for everything he has done for the Putnam PSD. We are happy for Joe moving on to another phase in his life.” Miller received an outstanding board member award from the Putnam PSD during the farewell SEE MILLER ON PAGE 6
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A hearing to resolve a lawsuit the developer of Liberty Square Shopping Center filed against one of its occupants that wants to keep Panera Bread from locating there is expected to take place mid-May. Four-S Development LLC filed the lawsuit against the Kentuckybased Neighborhood Hospitality Inc., doing business as Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar, on Jan. 22 in Putnam Circuit Court. “We’ll go before the judge unless we can work it out,” Liberty
Square Manager T.J. Summers said. “I’d like to try and work something out beforehand if we can.” Summers said that Panera Bread bakery and café is looking to build its Teays Valley store across from Magic Mart. “We need more restaurants in the area,” he said. “The location is ideal if we can make it work. It would be great if we could have a Panera Bread operating and serving the community next year.” Emily Lutz, regional marketing coordinator for Panera Bread, said that the franchise has been growing and expanding through-
out the state. “We have looked in the Teays Valley area as we feel it would be a nice location for us to open a cafe, but at this point from what I have been told no lease has been signed,” she said. According to the West Virginia Record, Four-S sold property to the defendant’s predecessor (Apple South Inc.) in 1996. In that covenant, Four-S agreed to not allow any full-service casual dining restaurant similar to Applebee’s to open at Liberty Square. That includes Bennigan’s, Fuddruckers, TGI Friday’s, Houston’s, Chili’s, Ruby Tuesday’s,
Estep continues tradition By Matt Gajtka matt@theputnamstandard.com
When Alexander Chase Estep put pen to paper on a recent morning in the Hurricane High School gymnasium, a long-term desire was brought to life. Estep, who goes by the sportsfriendly nickname Ace, officially committed to play baseball for West Virginia State University on April 23 by signing an NCAA letter of intent. The senior was surrounded by family at a table skirted in Hurricane red, while teachers, coaches and dozens of friends looked on. “It’s been a dream to play for State and college baseball in general,” Estep told the gathering. “It’s become a reality now.” The affectionate ceremony was multifaceted, as it confirmed not only the achievement of a goal, but also the continuation of a family tradition. No fewer than four members of Estep’s immediate family also attended West Virginia State, plus two brothers-in-law. Most notably, Ace’s father Perry played baseball for the Yellow Jackets from 1976-79 and is a member of the school’s athletic hall of fame. Perry Estep, who still holds State’s second-highest batting average for a single season, was Cal
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O’Charley’s, Max & Erma’s, according to the complaint. It does not include restaurants where at least 51 percent of the menu is related to a single food item such as beef, chicken or seafood, or a single type of cuisine such as Italian, Mexican or Chinese. The West Virginia Record reported that in its complaint seeking to stop construction of a Panera, Applebee’s states, “Defendant will pursue all legal remedies available if Panera Bread is permitted to begin construction SEE LAWSUIT ON PAGE 9
Schools prepare for Westest By Kelly Stadelman kelly@theputnamstandard.com
Seated between his parents, Perry and Judy, Ace Estep of Hurricane High School committed to play baseball for West Virginia State University on April 23 by signing an NCAA letter of intent. Bailey’s first Yellow Jackets recruit. With Bailey set to retire this summer, Ace will usher in Sean Loyd’s coaching career at Institute. Perry is a physical education teacher at Hurricane, but most of his instruction directed at his son has come at home, where he built a pitching wall with the words “work hard” emblazoned upon it. “He’s taught me a lot,” Ace said of his father, who was drafted by the Cincinnati Reds and had a brief pro career. “He says if you work hard, good things will come. Strive to be the greatest and everything will fall into place.” It’s difficult to argue with the re-
sults, as Estep has grown into a two-sport star at Hurricane, serving as a three-year starter on the basketball and baseball teams. When Bailey approached him during last summer’s American Legion season, Estep didn’t have to deliberate too much on his decision. “State is in my family,” he said. Estep, who had a .330 batting average with seven doubles, a triple and a home run as of April 28, said he “feels at home” at a second base position he’s grown to love. He said he would prefer to SEE ESTEP ON PAGE 15
When the Westest 2 starts on Monday, Putnam County schools, staff and students will be ready. “This year all of the testing for Westest 2 will be done electronically,” Superintendent Chuck Hatfield said. “We had practice runs this week and it went fairly well. Just a few glitches. “We booted up all of the computers at the same time to make sure everything is in working order.” The Westest 2 is given to every student from third to 11th grade. The individual content assessments measure a student’s levels of performance on clearly defined standards and objectives and skills. Hatfield said that this year Putnam County chose to give the Westest 2 to its students over the course of four weeks. Last year the county was required to administer the test SEE SCHOOLS ON PAGE 3
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Page 2 –Thursday,May 1,2014 Buffalo Heritage Days canceled Buffalo Heritage Days has been canceled for this year. For questions call Leah Higginbotham, 304-541-0705. Creekside in Hurricane announces schedule Creekside in Hurricane has set its May entertainment schedule. It includes: Friday, May 2: 8:30 p.m. Jordan Jefferson, Acoustic Pop Rock Saturday, May 3 – 9:30 p.m. Black Mtn Revival, Folk Grass from Roanoke, Va. $3 Cover Saturday, May 10 – 9 p.m. Two Bands, Our Alias/Mojomatic. $3 Cover, Appalachian Rock/Folk Friday, May 16 – 9:30 p.m. Beggars Clan, Appalachian Rock Thursday, May 29 – 8 p.m. Jeff Thomasson, Jazz Guitarist Saturday, May 31 – Others & Us, $3 Cover, Folk/Rock. Town of Eleanor yard sale Eleanor’s town-wide yard sale will be May 1-3. Call 304-5862319 for more details. Upcoming Teays Valley Church events The youth group of the Teays Valley Church of God is hosting an auction at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 3. Items will include furniture, antiques, passes to local attractions such as the Wave Pool, jewelry, and more. Concessions will also be available. The youth group is raising money for a summer mission trip to do street ministry in inner city Memphis, Tenn. this July. “Voices of Praise,” the worship choir of the Teays Valley Church of God, will present “A Night of Praise” an evening of inspirational music and life-changing testimonies at 6 p.m. Sunday, May 4. A free reception will follow. Admission is free but concert goers are asked to bring canned goods for the Community Cupboard in Hurricane. Teays Valley Church of God is located at 6979 Teays Valley Rd. in
Community Calendar Scott Depot, just east of exit 40 off I-64. Call 757-9222 for more information. Susan G. Komen for the cure fund “Open a Can on Breast Cancer” to raise money for the Susan G. Komen For the Cure Fund will begin at 7 p.m., Saturday, May 3, at Fireside Bar and Grill. The event is sponsored by Team Teays Valley, Dr. Len Fichter and candidate for Putnam Family Court Judge Rick Witt. The Lost Cause Band will perform live music as The CAUSE Band. The evening’s cover charge will be donated 100 percent to the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Fund for breast cancer awareness. To learn more about Susan G. Komen visit ww5.komen.org. Putnam Farmers’ Market opens Putnam Farmers' Market open Saturday, May 3, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. For more information visit www.putnamfarmersmarket.wee bly.com. Hurricane Main Street Spring Festival Hurricane's annual Main Street Spring Festival will be May 3, from 1-5 p.m. Main Street will be closed for the event. Activities include a talent contest, jupiter jumps, games, music, cotton candy, Sno Biz popcorn, vendors, concessions and more. For more information contact Brenda Campbell 304-562-5896 or bcampbell@hurricanewv.com. Lemonade Day comes to Putnam county The Putnam County Chamber of Commerce and the City of Hurricane have partnered with Lemonade Day for a special event, 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday, May 3, during the Hurricane Spring Festival on Main Street. For more information contact Ashley Alford at the Putnam County Chamber of Commerce at
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Parking lot sale Parking lot sale, May 3, 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Valley Wave Pool Park. Canceled if rain. Call Putnam County Parks and Recreation office, 304-562-0518 Ext. 10 to reserve a space for $15.
Putnam County Schools developmental screening Putnam County Schools developmental screenings will be held Friday, May 9, at Teays Valley Presbyterian Church, Teays Valley Road. Children ages 2-1/2 - 4 years old will be screened for speech/language, hearing, vision, motor skills, social skills, self-help and cognition Call 586-0500 Ext 1154, to schedule an appointment.
Fifth annual ramp dinner Buffalo Volunteer Fire Department, 3522 Buffalo Road, hosts its fifth annual ramp dinner, noon to 5 p.m. May 4. Dinner includes ramps, ham, fried potatoes, pinto beans, cornbread, dessert and drink. Cost is $10 adults, $8 kids under 12. Live music provided by The Band Wagon. For information contact Angela 304-532-3380, Shawn 304-4376567. Fly fishing, tying class Putnam County Parks & Recreation is hosting a fly fishing class 6 - 9 p.m., May 5, 8, 12, & 15 and a fly tying class on May 19, 22, 27, & 29 in the commons at Valley Park, Hurricane. Class focuses on the basics of fly fishing, fly selection, stream entomology, fishing knots, hands on casting, choosing a fly rod, and the basic techniques in casting a fly rod for all pan fish. Participants must be 14 years and older. Cost is $30, pre-pay class. Call 304-562-0518 Ext. 10 to register. Social Security seminar A “Learning How to Maximize Social Security” seminar will be held 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. May 8 at Cross Lanes United Methodist Church, 5320 Frontier Drive, Cross Lanes. Hosted by Hilliard Lyons Teays Valley and Hilliard Lyons Charleston, the seminar is presented by Troy Miller, vice president/manager, retirement products with Hilliard Lyons. Topics include when to take benefits, how benefits are calculated, what factors to consider before taking benefits, and how the decision to take benefits affects your spouse. Seating is limited. RSVP to Brittney Miller 304-757-9269 or bm-
The Kay Financial Group open house The Kay Financial Group, 135 Corporate Centre Drive, Teays Corporate Centre, Scott Depot, will host a Get Cooking with Hilliard Lyons open house Friday, May 9 with live music, prizes, fun and food. Grilling from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Drawing for a $50 Wine Valley gift card will be at 1:30 p.m., need not be present to win. Dog Jog and 5K run/walk to benefit Animal Shelter Registrations are being accepted for the dog jog and 5K run/walk to be held May 10, 8 a.m. at Valley Park, Wave Pool Park, Hurricane. The event will benefit the Putnam County animal shelter. Race day registration 7 – 7:45 a.m., cost is $25. Online registration will close at 12 a.m. May 10. Age Groups are 12 and under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+ For information contact: Tom Smith, smitty57@suddenlink.net. David Donathan performs locally Pipe Sounds presents organist David Donathan, 3 p.m. May 11 at Forrest Burdette United Methodist Church, Putnam Avenue, Hurricane. Call 304-5625903 for details. Urgent Call presents documentary Urgent Call Community Drug Awareness Team will present the documentary “Appalachian
The Putnam Standard Dawn” from 7-9 p.m. on Friday, May 16, at Scott Depot Christ Fellowship (The Depot), 4345 Teays Valley Road. “Appalachian Dawn” chronicles the journey of change and transformation, through prayer and unity, of a town in Kentucky consumed by addiction and illicit drugs. Tri County YMCA annual golf tournament Tri County YMCA’s annual golf tournament is May 16 at Sleepy Hollow Golf Club. --For more information call Kathy Stark or Betsy Ballingerall at 304-757-0016. Taste of Putnam The annual Taste of Putnam is May 18, noon - 5 p.m. at the large shelter, Valley Park. Contact Michael Henshaw 304-757-8959 for more details. Run For the Wall Veterans from all over the United States travel on motorcycles, from California to Washington D.C., to honor MIA and POW’s. Run for the wall participants will stay the night May 21 at Valley Park, Hurricane. For more information contact Steve McGrath at 546-5971. Sobriety checkpoint West Virginia State Police will conduct a sobriety checkpoint Saturday, May 10 from 8 p.m. to Sunday, May 11 at 2 a.m. on W.Va. 34 in front of Chapman Funeral Home, Hurricane. An alternate checkpoint site has been designated along W.Va. 34 in front of the old Teays Valley detachment of the West Virginia State Police, Hurricane. Glad Tidings offers "Doorways to the Prophetic" Glad Tidings Assembly of God, 121 Mill Road, Hurricane offers "Doorways to the Prophetic" class Thursdays at 7 p.m. The class is designed to encourage believers and to help them grow in their spiritual gifts. Each registrant receives detailed notes for the class. For more information, contact 304-562-3074.
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SCHOOLS FROM PAGE 1 over a two-week time period. The first week involves testing for social studies, the second week for science, the third week for language arts and the fourth week for math, he said. “We will test one content each week,” he said. “One subject per week requires less computers. It also gives us more instructional time in the classroom with students. “Social studies and science don’t count towards the ranking of schools. We test those first so that we get extra instruction time for language arts and math.” Hatfield said this method of testing also allows for students who miss a day to make up the test. During Monday’s meeting school board members also heard about a Huntington Museum of Art partnership and saw photos of the programs being implemented in the county’s elementary, middle and high schools. In 2012-13 the museum had 2,716 interactions in its art-making programs, said Cindy Dearborn, museum and schools coordinator. “Of those interactions 790 took place at the museum and 1,900 took place in Putnam County at the schools,” she said. “All of the programs follow the common core standards set by the state.” Dearborn highlighted the programs the art museum brings to Putnam County Schools: the tristate program, the afterschool program, tours, portfolio program and art teachers program. The tri-state program involves the museum staff working with first- and third-graders in schools and providing hands-on experience. “We also bring into the schools all of the materials the students use at no cost to the school,” she said. Only two schools are involved in the afterschool program, Forest Burdette and So Kai. So Kai is a new school program for students in Teays Valley, she said. It also offers Kindermusik. Tours of the art museum are one of the more popular programs. Poca Elementary and Scott Teays Elementary will send students to the museum for tours this week. “On the tour the students get to see different art work,” Dearborn said. “There are also activities set up for students to do during the tour to reinforce what they learned.” The art museum works with students at Winfield Middle and Winfield High School on their portfolios. It also works with art instructors on the Arts & Bots
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Cindy Dearborn, museum and schools coordinator for Huntington Museum of Art, highlighted the six programs the art museum implements in Putnam County Schools. program. “The 2014 portfolio exhibit runs until May 11 and there are several Putnam County students who have pieces in the exhibit,” Dearborn said. “With the Art & Bots program we show teachers how to do it and are able to come into schools and do it as well.” Hatfield said the partnership has been invaluable. “I think you do an excellent job with our staff and students,” he said. “We certainly appreciate the partnership and believe that art helps develop a well-rounded child.” Sixteen of the 23 schools in Putnam County participate in the program at no cost to the school system. In other business: * The board unanimously approved the following employment assignments in extracurricular activities. Bryan England as the boys basketball head coach at Winfield High, Kenny Sayre as the girls basketball head coach at Poca High, Larry Perkins as the assistant girls soccer coach at Poca High, William Shrewsbury as the girls soccer head coach at Poca High, Ashley Skeens as the girls volleyball head coach at Poca High, Christian Watts as golf head coach at Buffalo High, Gary Graley assistant wrestling coach at Poca High, Steve Briscoe as the assistant football coach at Winfield Middle, Tara Chapman as the assistant girls basketball coach at George Washington Middle, James Clendenin as the boys basketball coach at George Washington Middle, Jeneva Crum as the assistant wrestling coach at
George Washington Middle, Chad Fisher as the assistant cross country coach at Winfield Middle and Kerry Smith assistant cheerleading coach at George Washington Middle. * The graduation dates for Putnam County Schools are set. Poca High School will have its graduation from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, June 1 at the Municipal Auditorium in Charleston. Buffalo High School will have its graduation from 7 to 9 p.m. Monday, June 2 at the school. Hurricane High School will have its graduation from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, June 3 at the Charleston Civic Center. Winfield High School will have its graduation from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday, June 5 at the Municipal Auditorium in Charleston. * The next board meeting will be at 7 p.m. Monday, May 5.
The new 2014 Putnam County Community Resource Guide is now available at the Putnam County Chamber of Commerce office. This convenient spiralbound, full-glossy guide is published by the Putnam County Chamber and 100 percent member-supported. There are 3,000 copies of this first-class promotional piece available. The Chamber staff is in the process of distributing the books to current, new and potential businesses and residents in the region. Copies of the guide are placed in libraries, bank lobbies, government buildings, schools, post offices, real estate agencies and hotels. Additional single & quantity copies are always available at the Chamber office. The Chamber strives for accuracy in the listings so please notify the office of any change in contact information. Updated information will be placed in the Member News section of the Pride & Progress, which is emailed to the membership and printed in the newspaper. The Chamber uses email to communicate to the membership concerning important information and about
upcoming events. If you do not have access to email, or are not receiving email notices, please notify the office so other arrangements can be made. The 2014 edition was designed and produced by Chapman Printing. A total of 60 Chamber members have placed display ads in support of this publication. Whenever possible the Chamber would like to encourage its members and the community to refer to the directory and do business with Chamber members first for their contribution to the area’s economic health and prosperity.
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2014 primary candidate profiles and positions State Senate 8th District Ed Gaunch (R) I, like many Americans/West Virginians, have become very disenchanted with government on all It levels. seems that government is no longer “of the people, for the people and by the peo- Ed Gaunch (R) ple.” Instead we have many career politicians who only care about one thing ... getting re-elected. After considerable prayerful consideration, I decided that complaining wasn’t enough and that I should take my 40 years of business experience and my education to the Statehouse and do my best to make a difference. State government needs to be reorganized. It has become a huge bloated bureaucracy. The tax code needs to be updated to be more fair and businessfriendly. We need more business common sense in preparing the budget. The current budget anticipates that the state will spend $100 million more than it receives in revenue. We need more judicial reform like that which has been so successful in the medical malpractice industry. We should celebrate our abundant natural resources and develop them responsibly to create thousands of new high paying jobs. If elected, I will be a catalyst to build a coalition of legislators from both parties to begin the process of turning this state around economically.
House of Delegates 13th District Scott Cadle (R) The economy, in other words, jobs, is number one. Scott is concerned about jobs in our state and knows that until we make this great state more friendly to business we will see jobs continue to leave and very few being created. The border states are all doing much better and there is no reason that we shouldn't as well. Balancing the budget is key to helping the state learn to live within its means. West Virginians pay a hefty price to live here in fees and taxes and citizens should not be expected to pay for an over-inflated government. Scott will keep U.S. 35 toll free. He will make sure that the people that travel this road, especially those that live in Putnam and Mason counties, will never have to pay more to travel this road. The Constitutions for West Vir-
ginia and the United States should be adhered to at all times, not just some of the time or totally ignored. Either we are a nation of laws based on these documents or we are not. Scott believes we are. Protecting the rights of all is of paramount importance to Scott and that includes everything from the unborn to bearing arms. Scott is a trucker who has lived in West Virginia all his life, loves his state, and wants to see his boy educated and able to find a good job here. I think we all would like to see that.
Tim Gibson (R) Since Jan., I have been traveling around Jackson, Mason, and Putnam counties listening to the stories of District 13. As a former news anchor at W V MetroNews and 58 WCHS, I Tim Gibson (R) know that people matter. What I’m finding is that the stories of the people are falling on deaf ears when it comes to our state officials. People are out of work and want to get back to work. The governor and liberal lawmakers have focused on picking winners and losers through tax credits, not substantive economic reform. While plants sit idle, the state has chosen to give tax credits to millionaires and for hybrid cars. Instead, let’s fix our entire tax code, reduce the tax burden on individuals and small business, and consolidate our taxes. When people asked if their water was safe during the water crisis, they were told by state and federal officials that the water was “adequate.” We also learned the state’s protections for our water were not adequate. That’s why I plan on introducing a bill to audit and investigate the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection to find out where government failed. West Virginians wanted to protect the lives of preborn children by passing the Pain Capable Abortion Ban. However, the governor vetoed that bill without regard for the morals and values of the people. As a legislator, I will be an advocate for life despite pressure from activist judges and liberal special interests. On May 13, I sincerely ask for you to vote for me, Tim Gibson, in the Republican Primary for House of Delegates, District 13. If you can’t make it on that day, I encourage you to exercise the opportunity to early vote at your county courthouse or pick up an absentee ballot. You can learn more about me at www.gibson-
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Michael Ihle (R) My name is Michael Ihle (pronounced like Robert E. Lee, my favorite Civil War general). I seek the Republican nomination for House District 13. Any smart primary candidate will Michael Ihle (R) profess the right beliefs, but there are many reasons why I should earn your vote. As a 25-year-old political newbie in 2012, I was elected mayor of Ravenswood, defeating a twoterm Democrat two-to-one. Since then I have fought to balance our budget without using cash reserves and engaged the citizens of my town to partner in community improvement projects. It took no time to realize many of our problems are alike - caused by a state government far too big for its britches. Campaign visits to Putnam County have educated me on the sharp divide; too often, prosperity stops at the river. In that way, North Putnam is like Ravenswood. Our state must restore liberty and unleash capitalism to all areas, not just the chosen few. That’s why I’m running for the House - so North Putnam and District 13 have a representative committed to individual rights. The West Virginia Farm Bureau has recognized that commitment by endorsing me, despite being a young outsider. Other issues are equally important. My strong stance on the Constitution earned the NRA’s endorsement. The West Virginia Citizens’ Defense League grades me A-plus. (Not every West Virginia mayor hates the Second Amendment.) Most importantly, I’m 100 percent pro-life. As someone once adopted, I would be a hypocrite if I did not fight for the life of every unborn child. The right to simply live is most crucial. Even though I’m not from North Putnam, it should now be clear I share the beliefs and experience to best represent and listen to you. I humbly ask for your support. You get two votes; all I need is one. Thank you.
House of Delegates 14th District Jim Butler (R) I am Delegate Jim Butler. I am running for my first re-election in the West Virginia House of Delegates in the 14th District, which includes the Fraziers Bottom and Hurricane Creek areas of Putnam
County and Southwest Mason County including the city of Point Pleasant. I have been married to my wife Anna Maria for 15 years. We have two children, Blayne who is 13 and Jim Butler (R) Kayla who is 10 years old. We also care for my elderly father in-law, who is blind. We live in Gallipolis Ferry on a farm were my grandparents lived. Previously I served honorably in the United States Marine Corps, where I was a helicopter crewman among other duties. I am currently an excavating contractor doing mostly residential construction. I am running for re-election because I want to be part of a new majority in the House of Delegates which will pass legislation to help West Virginia attract jobcreating businesses. By getting West Virginians back to work we will have a larger number of people paying taxes, which will allow us to better fund important services like police, fire departments, child services, veteran services, and obligations to senior citizens, just to name a few. Increased job opportunities for West Virginians will also help greatly in our efforts to eliminate drug abuse, and crime. For far too long we have been treating the symptoms of a poor economy; it is time for “positive change.” I am very optimistic about the future of West Virginia if we make some key policy changes. With your help we will improve the lives of West Virginians. If you would like more information I have a web site, www.jimbutler.us, or look for me on Facebook at Jim Butler, Delegate 14th District.
House of Delegates 22nd District Gary McCallister (D) My name is Gary McCallister and as a candidate for the West Virginia House of Delegates 22nd District I would like to introduce myself to you for your consideration in the 2014 Gary McCallister (D) election. As a lifetime resident of Lincoln County, I am married to my wife Rosemary, and we live in the small town of Sod. We have two sons, Anthony and Adam. Having served on the Lincoln
County Board of Education and being involved in the community for many years have prepared me to be the best candidate for the House of Delegates. I have long worked for positive goals in the district within different organizations to improve our life. Since I announced my candidacy, the outpouring of support has been phenomenal. I am hearing from all corners of the 22nd District that the next person we elect to the West Virginia House of Delegates should be someone who knows both the area and the people’s values and someone that can get the job done. However, I cannot do this alone. That’s why I am inviting you to join with me by endorsing our campaign.
Michel Moffatt (R) I am running for the 22nd District to bring real representation to our district. We need leaders that will listen to the people and represent them in Charleston. I stepped up to serve Michel Moffatt (R) after the redistricting in 2010 because where I live. Hurricane was sliced up again to keep two delegates in Lincoln County in their seats. I am a firm believer that every single resident should have a single delegate. There is no reason why a Kanawha resident should have three or four times the representation in Charleston as those living in Teays Valley. I intend to put in motion the amendment to the State Constitutional as my first action once elected. I believe we need to address * Jobs - Our existing tax code and legal system keeps jobs from coming to the state. The state should not have to own equipment to help the company avoid paying taxes. How about we fix the tax code so all companies have a fair shot in WV. Companies are also scared off by our legal system that tends to heavily punish companies and perpetuates a constant sue-for-settlement system that can bankrupt them. Companies that do wrong need to be dealt with but it must be even-handed or we will continue to have jobs avoiding/fleeing the state. * Education - The Education Audit showed we were too administrative-heavy yet almost nothing has been done. Money needs to be shifted to the local level. * Drugs - It affects everyone in at least taxes alone, and real rehabilitation is needed. CONTINUED ON PAGE 5
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CONTINUED FROM PAGE 4 * Infrastructure - Basics like water and paved roads are my priority, but without the job & the associated tax dollars we will continue to struggle. I need your help in this effort. Join my team today.
Jeff Eldridge (D) Jeff Eldridge lives in Alum Creek, Lincoln County, West Virginia with his wife, Stacy. Jeff has a 19-year-old son, Josh, a 23month-old daughter, Jillian, and an 8-month-old daughter, Madeline. Jeff is a member of the West Virginia House of Delegates where he proudly serves the residents of Boone, Lincoln, Logan and Putnam counties, from 2005 through 2010, and from 2012 to the present. He earned both his BA in Comprehensive Social Studies, and his MA in Counseling from Marshall University, and now owns and operates Josh’s Steam Cleaning, a pressure washing and steam cleaning business. Jeff has been a hard working representative in Charleston for the citizens of West Virginia. He chairs the Joint Committee on State Parks and Recreation, and is vice chairman of the House Committee on Homeland Security. He sponsored legislation to improve our schools, lower our taxes, and stimulate economic development in our area. He was the original sponsor of the bill to allow our counties to keep more of the severance tax from the coal that is mined from our area, and to fund programs for drug rehabilitation and education in an attempt to help our growing drug problems. During the last regular session of the House of Delegates, Jeff had over a 99% voting record, casting a vote in 493 of 494 total possible votes. Jeff is endorsed by seniors, teachers, labor, and business and has been endorsed and awarded an A rating by the NRA. Jeff hopes that the electorate of the 22nd House of Delegates District return him to Charleston, to ensure that the voices of our youth, our senior citizens, and the hard working men and women of the 22nd district are heard, and that their needs are met.
County Commission Steve Andes (R) As your current county commissioner, I’m running for reelection based on my record as a p r o v e n leader and trusted fiscal conservative. As your commissioner, I’ve i m p r o v e d Steve Andes (R) vital services, such as the sheriff’s department, 911 services, parks and
recreation, and senior services, while cutting taxes. In fact, as your commissioner I’ve cut county taxes while working with the sheriff’s department to add deputies and better equip them to protect our schools and communities. Our emergency medical services personnel and volunteer firefighters are also better equipped now, allowing for better, quicker response to your emergency needs. Our senior services and county parks and recreation facilities, such as Valley Park, have been expanded and improved. I continue to work to secure millions of dollars in grants to not only expand access to water but also improve and expand sewer service to thousands of residents. But, my most important priority is working to attract job creators to Putnam County. Most recently, I worked to attract F L Smidth and other businesses to our county’s business park, creating dozens of new, high-paying jobs. As a father and grandfather, I’m focused on the protection of Putnam County residents. I recently joined Mayor Edwards and other elected officials to fight state bureaucrats and block the dumping of hazardous waste in the Hurricane landfill. As your commissioner, I draw on my conservative Republican values and 40 plus years of privatesector management experience to guide my decision-making. I’m running on my record as a projobs, pro-family tax-cutter, and I would appreciate your vote in the Republican Primary so I may continue to serve you.
Family Court Judge Jeanie Nibert (R) I, Jeanie Nibert, am Putnam County’s Family Court Judge. I live in Scott Depot with my husband and son who will graduate from Teays Valley Christian School this year; another son g r a d u a t e d Jeanie Nibert (R) from Hurricane High in 2004. Since appointed as Putnam County’s Family Court Judge in January 2013, my goal has continuously been to restore the people’s faith and confidence in that office. That takes honesty, integrity and experience. After graduating in 1995 from WVU Law School, I moved to Putnam County, and practiced nine years as a lawyer and almost 10 years as a judge in family law courts. I am experienced, highly educated in all aspects of family court matters, including domestic violence, divorce, parenting, custody, grandparent visitation, and
guardianship, which is on the rise due to drug abuse. With lots of hard work and late hours, Putnam County’s backlog of cases is gone. Instead of 6-8 months for a first hearing, people get in within 2 months. Domestic violence orders are uploaded to the registry immediately, which saves lives. All required Supreme Court reports are now timely made. Phones are being answered, calls returned, and people’s questions addressed. We have brought the office forward, including a computerized docket. We can’t go back to the old ways when people weren’t treated fairly and respectfully. I was sworn to uphold the Constitutions of the United States and of West Virginia, which takes honesty and integrity. There are no favorites, and all people get their day in court where cases are fully heard and judged on a case-bycase basis. The office of judge is not a birthright. I am the most qualified and most experienced candidate on the ballot. I will continue to execute the duties of my office faithfully, with excellence and fairness, following the law at all times.
Rick Witt (R) I am Rick Witt. I am a 1981 graduate of Poca High School and a life-long resident of Putnam County. I earned a Bachelor of Arts degree, with honors, from West Virginia State University. I earned my law degree in 1997 from the West Virginia University College of Law. For over 16 years I have litigated family law cases in Putnam County and throughout West Virginia. Unfortunately, many families today are impacted by divorce or other family law issues which require the involvement of Family Court. During this particularly difficult and trying time, it is important to be treated with respect and dignity by the Family Court and its staff. For over 16 years I have helped families navigate the emotional landscape that is Family Court. My clients, and in many instances the opposing party, will tell you that I am a compassionate, understanding, knowledgeable and professional advocate during this process. I will bring that same compassion, understanding, knowledge and professionalism to the Family Court if I am elected as Putnam County’s Family Court Judge. Of utmost importance to me is the protection of our children and grandchildren. This will serve as the foundation of my tenure as Putnam County’s Family Court Judge. I have been a member of the Board of Directors of the Putnam County Community Criminal Justice Board since its inception in 2004. The Criminal Justice Board,
and other programs like the Day Report program and Kanawha Institute Social Research Action provide additional tools that should be utilized by the Family Court. Through these programs, individuals can be taught valuable life skills relating to domesviolence prevention, tic substance abuse, job skills and earning a GED. Bring civility and fairness back to the Putnam County Family Court. Please cast your vote for me.
School Board District 3 Rob Cunningham My name is Rob Cunningham and I am currently a member of the Putnam C o u n t y Board of EdI ucation. am a life long resident of Putnam County, a graduate of Winfield High School Rob Cunningham and Marshall University with a Bachelors of Administration degree in Finance and Business Law and an associate degree in Police Science. I have also graduated from the West Virginia State Police Academy, the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center Criminal Investigator training program and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms & Explosives National Academy. Cunningham has been married for the past 15 years to Bridgett Cunningham B.S.N., F.N.P. The Cunningham’s have three children who all attend Winfield schools. Cunningham has a vested interest in the students of Putnam County excelling academically. Being a parent reinforces the necessity of all children having the best and brightest teachers, quality facilities and the opportunity to learn in a safe, technologically advanced environment. Currently, Putnam County Schools ranks at the top of the education rankings in West Virginia. The vision Cunningham has is that the Putnam County school system becomes the pinnacle educational system in the nation. Our children deserve this commitment by the adults in their life, so they can compete for jobs against their peers in their adult life. Our children’s competition will have received their education from some of the highest regarded schools in the world. In order to prepare our children to outshine their peers globally, we must provide our children all of the tools necessary to be leaders, visionaries and scholars. Cunningham’s number one priority is our children, their
safety while receiving their education and demanding that each child be given every opportunity possible to receive a solid, fundamentally sound, exemplary education.
Diana McCallister I’m a lifelong resident of Putnam County, graduated from Poca High. I have a BS degree from WV State in Education. My husband, Marshall and two stepsons graduated from Diana McCallister Hurr icane High. My daughter graduated from Winfield High. I attend St. John’s United Methodist Church in Teays Valley. I retired from Putnam County Schools with 36 years service. I chose to run for the board, because I think we need a change. I want to see transparency and accountability with spending the tax money. I want to cut waste in order to see the money spent more wisely. Cutting waste and trimming fat so it will be used more for the students and teachers. Students are the #1 priority. I want to help build the morale up. With happy teachers then it will spill over in the classroom and students should excel more. I want to be a phone call away for teachers, parents and students.
Conservation District Supervisor Bob Siebel I truly appreciate the opportunity to run for a second term as one of our two County Conservation Supervisors. The mission of the Western Conservation District and it's Supervisors is to provide local self-government leadership and initiative in the development of soil, water and related resources. A balanced planning education and management program that protects, restores and improves those resources will be accomplished in cooperation with landowners, government agencies and private organizations. I know that both of your two current supervisors will always be available to our counties citizens. If anyone has any questions, our office can be reached at 304-6753054. I look forward to serving Putnam once again.
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Community News The Putnam Standard Contractors Association of West Virginia 2013 Safety Award winners
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Putnam PSD Board of Commissioners Chairman Paul Callahan, board treasurer Calvin Hatfield and General Manager Mike McNulty presented Joe Miller with an outstanding board member award during a farewell party on April 24. MILLER FROM PAGE 1 party. He also received a resolution from the Putnam County Commission and a certificate of appreciation and excellence award from the United States Department of Agriculture Rural Development. “It has been an honor and a privilege to have served in this position the past 10 years,” Miller said. “Even though it was a parttime job, it was one of the most challenging and rewarding positions I’ve ever had.” From 2004 to 2014 Miller worked as a member of Putnam PSD Board of Commissioners including serving as chairman from 2007 to 2013. During his time as chairman he helped plan and oversee projects that brought water and wastewater service to thousands of Putnam County residents and opened up vast tracts of land to development by businesses and job creators. “A lot of people don’t realize the things they now take for granted,” Callahan said. “We have doubled the water capacity of our system during the past 10 years and are providing water to thousands.” In 2004 the Putnam PSD undertook an unprecedented plan to expand and improve water service and sewer systems throughout the county. Miller was one of the forces behind that plan. “The Putnam PSD has been a rock,” said Bobby Lewis, state director for the USDA Rural Development. “Miller knew how to ask for money and how to use money.” With USDA loans totalling $66 million, the PSD was aggressive in extending water and wastewater service into rural areas of Putnam County. It also added three new storage tanks to the system and built a new maintenance facility. Miller said he learned early on
in life that knowledge and money are the two most important components of a successful project. “You need to know everything you want to do with the project,” he said. “You need to know the money flow and you need to make sure you make good use of money.” Lewis said that the Putnam PSD did both. “You have been excellent to work with and never delinquent,” Lewis said. Putnam County Commission President Steve Andes said that Miller was the first commissioner he appointed to the Putnam PSD board. “We picked the right person for the job,” Andes said before reading and presenting the resolution to Miller. Miller thanked the commission for the resolution. He also pulled out the original letter he received from the commission asking him to serve Putnam County. “Thank you all for your trust in me,” Miller said. “I know this luncheon is in my honor but I’m smart enough to know that I couldn’t have done anything without the team sitting here. This lunch is about everyone, not just me.” Miller was a talented student athlete at Alderson-Broaddus University, where he played basketball. He served his country with honor for 20 years as a member of the United States Marine Corps, including two tours of duty in Vietnam before retiring at the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. He also served a term in the House of Delegates and twice as Commissioner of the Division of Motor Vehicles (1997-2001 and 2009-2013) under three different governors.
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The Contractors Association of West Virginia (CAWV) has announced the association’s 2013 Safety Excellence Award winners. These award winners were recognized during the March 26 CAWV State Meeting in Charleston. The association annually recognizes contractor and associate members who have exhibited a superior effort to improve safety in the construction industry. Members participating in the program are scored on their documented safety policies and procedures, their commitment and approach to safety and health, as well as their recorded statistical data for the year. Special attention is given to the quality of safety training provided to employees and members who demand active employee involvement in their safety process. “The CAWV salutes these winners for their safety records and their commitment to construction workplace safety,” said CAWV Executive Director Mike Clowser. “These firms set an exemplary standard for an effective construction safety program.”
Building Division Greater Than 100,000 Manhours BBL Carlton, LLC, Charleston Greater Than 50,000 Manhours Davis Pickering Company, Marietta, Ohio Less Than 50,000 Man-hours Paramount Builders, LLC, St. Albans Utility Division Greater Than 50,000 Manhours J.F. Allen Company, Buckhannon Less Than 50,000 Man-hours Alvarez Contractors, Inc., Frederick, MD
West Virginia Paving, Inc., Dunbar Greater Than 100,000 Manhours Mountaineer Contractors, Inc., Kingwood Greater Than 50,000 Manhours Fox Engineering – Fox Construction, Ripley Less Than 50,000 Man-hours Belt Paving, Inc., Cumberland, MD
Specialty Contractor Greater Than 50,000 Manhours Tri-State Roofing & Sheet Metal, Davisville Branch Less Than 50,000 Man-hours Massie Reclamation, Inc., Ghent
Industrial Division Greater Than 300,000 Manhours IVS Hydro, Inc., Institute Greater Than 100,000 Manhours Tri-State Roofing and Sheet Metal Co., Poca Branch Greater Than 50,000 Manhours Orders Construction Company, Inc., St. Albans Less Than 50,000 Man-hours Weavertown Environmental Group, Carnegie, PA
Highway Division Greater Than 300,000 Manhours
Associate Division Precision Pump & Valve Service, Inc., Cross Lanes
Assessor prepares for 2015 tax year Tax year 2015 is fast approaching, and the Putnam County Assessor’s office will start mailing out Personal Property forms, Business Personal Property forms, and Farm Discounts July 1. If property owners do not receive a form after the July 1, please call the office or go online at putnamcoassessor.com/forms. We will not accept any forms until after July 1. Signup for Homestead Exemption starts July 1 and ends Dec. 1. If individuals will be 65 before June 30, 2015 or are 100% totally and permanently disabled, you qualify. Any new business in Putnam County is required, by law, to file a Business Personal Property return if doing business on July 1. Anyone needing information, please contact that Department. The Assessor’s Office deals in setting values for the county, not taxes. When you receive your tax ticket in July and notice an in-
crease in assessed value from one year to the next, please call our office and we’ll go over everything with you. Any property that had increased 10% or more, for the 2014 tax year, was mailed a letter in December. If the value remained constant but the taxable amount has increased; the levy rate is higher. This rate (multiplier) is set by the Board of Education, County Commission, Legislature, and Municipalities (if within city limits). Once again I want to reiterate, we set assessed value not levy rate. The field personnel will be in Winfield Town and Scott District this year. You should see Putnam County Assessor’s Office on the side panels of each vehicle with a telephone number listed. All personnel have ID badges and Assessor logo on their shirts/hats. If you have any questions, please feel free to give me a call. The office now has a GIS web-
site. Visitors can go to putnamcoassessor.com and there is a hyperlink portal called Putnam County Maps/GIS data. Click on this link, go in as a guest, and view ownership, district/map/parcel, deed book/page, legal description, location/aerial maps, and three years of assessed values. “Only the information listed on our land books is on this guest site,” said Hayes. “Please look over this link, and let me know your feelings. I believe this site will help Putnam County residents because they no longer need to make a trip to view maps and information. “My goal is to keep Putnam County residents aware of all filing dates and deadlines. Please call me anytime at 304-586-0206 if you have questions/concerns or email at shhayes@assessor.state.wv.us, I will be glad to assist you.” Submitted by Sherry Hayes, Putnam County Assessor
Putnam Career & Technical Center appreciates help The staff and faculty at Putnam Career & Technical Center appreciate representatives participating in the annual Career Day/Job Fair on April 10. This was a worthwhile and beneficial activity for all those who attended. The Putnam County Career Day/Job Fair was designed to increase the awareness and knowledge of opportunities available to students and adults
in various areas of employment from the local area and continuing education opportunities from colleges, universities, apprenticeship programs, branches of the military and local trade councils. It was organized for the Putnam County community at large including high school seniors, adult students, unemployed citizens and other interested persons.
Area employers, colleges, branches of the military and local trade councils were invited to PCTC where there were morning and afternoon sessions for participants seeking immediate or future employment or continuing educational opportunities. Approximately 600 persons were served by this project. This was one of PCTC’s most successful Career/Job Fairs.
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Hurricane tennis teams prepare to take best swing at regionals By Matt Gajtka matt@theputnamstandard.com
The high school tennis season can be a challenge at the start, as wet early-spring weather conspires with a potentially slick playing surface to limit necessary repetitions. Because of this, teams and players have to find their games quickly before regional tournaments take place in early May. From the looks of their matches so far, the Hurricane girls squad has handled its sporadic playing time well and should be ready for another postseason push. Hurricane, which finished as Class AAA state runner-up to Huntington last spring, finished third in the Mountain State Athletic Conference tournament on April 23 in Charleston, the latest promising result for a team that started the season 8-0 in dual matches. After losing three seniors from the 2013 team, Hurricane is leaning on a collection of younger players this time around. Coach Glenna Ragle’s girls squad is comprised of three sophomores, two juniors and a freshman. “There’s less tournament experience this year,” said Ragle, who also coaches the boys team. “But they have the skills. We look for them to do just as well as last year, or we’re aiming for it at least.” At the MSAC tourney, which also featured Huntington and regional power George Washington, Hurricane junior Kayla McKnight made it to the final of the No. 1 singles flight, while sophomore Lindsay Goff fought her way into
the semis at No. 2. Sophomore Paige Phillips (No. 3 singles) and junior Stephanie Spaulding (No. 4) advanced to the quarters by winning their firstround matches. The underclassman duo of sophomore Emma Shaffer and freshman Katelyn Shirkey also acquitted themselves well in the doubles bracket, downing Winfield to start their day. “I think we’re doing just as well as last year, if not better,” said Goff after a quarterfinal victory at Coonskin Park. “Last year helped a lot, because it’s not as nervewracking as it was when it was a new experience.” Although her team’s recent success has its benefits, Ragle said there’s always refinement to be made, no matter whether it’s a technique issue or a psychological barrier to be overcome. “We’re working on the mental game and the emotional aspect,” Ragle said. “Trying to be more positive and block out the rest. We want them to quit focusing on bad calls and other things they can’t control.” The Hurricane boys team is also younger than most, with No. 4 singles player Brady Lawman being the lone senior. However, having four freshmen in the bunch presents a different agenda for improvement. “They’re used to playing at the club and middle-school levels,” said Ragle of her ninth-graders. “It’s tougher in high school, but we try to get them to play with more confidence.” Despite their youth, the Hurricane boys entered the April 24
Hurricane's Lindsay Goff lofts a return back across the net in a Mountain State Athletic Conference match April 23 at Charleston's Coonskin Park. Goff is one of three sophomores on a girls team that finished as Class AAA state runner-up in 2013. match against Spring Valley at 62. Their best individual result at the MSAC event came from Robert Webster at No. 4 singles. The freshman qualified for the quarterfinals with a comfortable Round 1 win, as did the doubles team. Both Hurricane squads have limited time remaining before the Class AAA Region 4 tournament, which begins May 8 at Huntington’s Ritter Park. Only the best performers there will advance to the state tourney in Charleston the following week. Last year, the Hurricane girls sent a player in every flight (four singles players and three doubles
Hurricane's Kyle McKnight hits a forehand in an April 24 match against Spring Valley at Sleepy Hollow. The boys team features four freshmen as it tries to replicate last year's success, when it sent four players to the state tournament in Charleston.
Hurricane junior and No. 1 singles player Kayla McKnight leans into a backhand shot April 24 against Spring Valley. McKnight advanced to the final of the MSAC tournament the day before, her team's best individual result. teams) to states – the only team in West Virginia to do so. The boys had two singles competitors and
a doubles tandem move on, although all of them have graduated.
Marino shares exciting lessons that showcase STEM skills, 3D printing Training at the Robert C. Byrd Institute for Advanced Flexible Manufacturing (RCBI) is providing dozens of teachers in 12 counties across West Virginia the tools and skills they need to deliver interactive lessons to their students. In collaboration with NASA Independent Verification and Validation's Educator Resource Center, RCBI and Marshall University's June Harless Center delivered a one-day workshop on April 5, that provided training on the NASA Museum-in-a-Box program as well as information about the role of 3D printing in K12 classrooms. The exercises encourage students to consider career opportunities with innovative, leading-edge technology. The teachers, counselors and librarians who attended the session at RCBI learned to use NASA’s “Museum in a Box.” Successful completion of the course permits teachers to borrow a $1,000 classroom kit of activities from NASA that covers Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) lessons. Ad-
ditionally, each classroom educator can submit a limited number of student designs for production on RCBI and NASA's 3D printers. Julia Marino, a teacher at Winfield Elementary, attended the training session. Marino now will be able to incorporate the NASAdeveloped exercises in the curriculum for her students. “RCBI is excited to again bring this hands-on NASA program to teachers and students across West Virginia,” said Charlotte Weber, Director & CEO of RCBI. “STEM skills are a critical part of preparing for today’s jobs, and are even more essential for the growing list of rewarding high-tech careers across our state. As West Virginia’s Advanced Manufacturing Technology Center, RCBI serves employers, workers and students statewide; this collaboration further extends training opportunities to traditional classrooms.” The Museum in a Box program provides interactive, handson/minds-on lessons with an aeronautics theme to inspire future scientists, mathematicians
Winfield Elementary teacher Julia Marino joined other educators from around the state in a Design Works lab at RCBI. She took home a customized key fob she made featuring her names. and engineers. Its lessons are tied to national STEM topics and focus on Next-Generation Science Standards. The event was made possible by support from the NASA West Virginia Space Grant Consortium.
While at the RCBI Advanced Manufacturing Technology Center, teachers toured the Design Works lab, focused on 3D Software and 3D Printing technology, and saw first-hand the stable of 3D Printers and computer-con-
trolled manufacturing equipment available for use by manufacturers, entrepreneurs and start-ups. “Students' faces light up after the spark of an idea they created is actually produced on a 3D printer,” Weber said. “They’re immediately eager to learn more about this innovative technology.” RCBI encourages job creation, economic development, innovation and entrepreneurship by supporting manufacturers. RCBI offers leading-edge equipment for leased use and delivers specialized training for everyone from individuals and sole proprietors to Fortune 500 companies. RCBI’s goal is to use advanced technology to provide the resources necessary to create, sustain and expand businesses and opportunities. For more information about RCBI, call 800.469.RCBI (7224) or visit www.rcbi.org. To learn more about NASA’s Museum in a Box program, visit www.aeronautics.nasa.gov/mib.h tm.
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Strong pitching leads Buffalo sweep of Wirt By Chris Stadelman chris@theputnamstandard.com
The best way for Buffalo to win a fourth consecutive state title might be to forget about winning a fourth consecutive state title. Well, that plus a pair of dominating pitchers and some offensive firepower at the top of the lineup. Chelsey Parkins and Ali Burdette definitely put the latter on display April 23 against Wirt, allowing just one hit combined in a doubleheader sweep, 10-0 and 50. After the game, Parkins said the key for the Lady Bison’s surge after a comparatively slow start was getting back to basics. “There was a lot of pressure at the beginning of the season,” Parkins admitted, adding everyone worked together to turn it around. “I don’t think it was one specific person. It was a team effort.” Buffalo improved to 12-5 with the doubleheader sweep, while Wirt fell to 16-8. The first game couldn’t have started much better for the Lady Bison, with the first five batters reaching base and scoring. Buffalo added four more in the third inning, then ended the game in the bottom of the fourth when Noell Dingess drove home Burdette with a sacrifice fly that made it 10-0. Katie Higginbotham and Courtney Allen scored the first two runs of the opening game and combined for four of five
runs in the second game. Higginbotham said her goal is to keep the focus on the current game and get it started quickly from her leadoff spot. “That’s my job. Get on it any way I can,” she said. “I’m trying to get the bats rolling and the people behind me can bring me around. “When teams come to play us they play ball. They always play their best game against us. We were tense the first five or six games. We’re having a lot more fun now.” Higginbotham, Allen and Parkins all singled and scored in the first, then Burdette walked and scored on a double by Chase Christy, who scored on a ground out by Katie Allen. In the third, Burdette, Christy, Dingess and Katie Allen all reached and scored to start the inning, with Dingess, Olivia Dunn and Higginbotham getting RBIs. That was more than enough support for Parkins, who tossed a four-inning no-hitter, striking out six and walking just one. The offense wasn’t quite as sharp in the second game, scoring just five runs in six innings, but if anything the pitching was even better. Burdette allowed just one hit – a seventh-inning bloop single to shallow right field – and struck out 16 Wirt batters. Senior third baseman Katie Allen said it’s a pleasure to play defense behind such outstanding
Chelsey Parkins (7) and Ali Burdette (18) combine to give Buffalo an outstanding one-two punch on the mound heading toward postseason play. The Lady Bison are seeking their fourth consecutive state championship. pitchers. “Chelsey is a great pitcher,” she said after the first game. “It makes it way easier on us. And if they hit it, she knows we’re there to make plays.” Burdette, a junior, throws five main pitches to keep opponents off balance. “It’s very important, because the competition is going to be up at the state tournament,” she said. “Against teams like Wheeling Central and Moorefield you want to throw a variety of pitches so they don’t know what’s coming. The more we play, the more relaxed we get. If we’re too tense we definitely don’t play our best.” Coach Darrell Moore said his team is starting to round into form, including an undefeated Class AA-A championship run at its own Best of the Best Tournament. “We don’t have a record like
Noell Dingess connects for a hit against Wirt during Buffalo's doubleheader sweep. everybody else does,” Moore said. “We play pretty good competition. I think we’re back in the groove. Our defense is pretty
good, our pitching is pretty good. If you get good pitching, good defense and hit the ball, what else do you need?”
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Hurricane softball sends message to sectional rival Lincoln County By Matt Gajtka matt@theputnamstandard.com
The Hurricane softball team knows at least part of its destiny as it tries to repeat as state champion, and it involves Lincoln County. As the only Class AAA teams in their section, Hurricane and Lincoln County are guaranteed to meet in a best-of-three series to determine who advances to the regional round. With that in mind, the reigning title holders sent quite a message to their future sectional challengers. Three days after edging Lincoln County in the final of Buffalo's Best of the Best Tournament, Hurricane left no doubt with a 60 home-field win over the visiting Panthers on April 22. Senior center fielder Addie Fullen had huge hits in both victories, both literally and figuratively. Her walk-off solo homer in the seventh inning clinched Hurricane's first Best of the Best trophy, and her three-run fifth-inning bomb sealed the second win against Lincoln County. "Addie is killing the ball right now," Hurricane coach Josh Caldwell said. "She’s seeing it well and hitting it well. She's definitely one of the best leaders we have." Fullen also had an RBI double in the third to break a scoreless tie. Junior Courtney Rogers immediately followed with her team-leading 12th homer of the season, making it 3-0 against Lincoln County starting pitcher Faith Huffman. Five of Hurricane's nine hits went for extra bases, helping make the most of scoring opportunities. The top-ranked team in Class AAA by the West Virginia Sportswriters Association stranded just three runners in seven innings. "We stranded a lot of runners last year, so it's something we've been working on," said Hurricane starter Emily Davis, who fired a six-hit shutout, striking out three. "We came out a little slow tonight, but once we got going we started hitting." Hurricane improved to 20-1 with the victory, its eighth in a row following a 2-0 loss at St. Albans on April 16. Five of those wins weren't close, but Caldwell said his team takes more satisfaction from topping the squads they have to beat in the postseason. In addition to its 2-0 record against No. 5 Lincoln County, Hurricane has downed thirdranked Cabell Midland twice this spring - most recently in the Best of the Best semifinals. Midland is a likely regional opponent if Caldwell's group can get through the sectional.
Hurricane pitcher Emily Davis throws a warm-up pitch between innings April 22. She shut out Lincoln County, allowing six hits and striking out four.
Leadoff hitter Madi Casto (No. 16) slides into second with a stolen base, ahead of the tag from Lincoln County's Sarah Barrett (No. 8). Casto collected three hits and scored two runs. "Those are wins that we needed," Caldwell said. "We know that's the road we'll have to get through to get back to the state tournament.” After the Lincoln County win, Hurricane had two weeks to go before sectionals. Rogers said the game was emblematic of how the season has gone recently. "I think we were a little shaky at the beginning of the year, but once we started playing more, we got ready," said the slugging third baseman. "We're all just ready for sectionals. We were up, and I think (Lincoln County) was a little bit down." After scoring 30 runs in a doubleheader sweep of Capital the night before, Hurricane's offense was once again potent, boosted by Madi Casto's 3-for-3 effort in
the leadoff spot. However, holding powerful Lincoln County off the scoreboard was equally promising, as the Panthers had put up eight or more runs 10 times entering the game. "We try for strikeouts, but popups and groundouts are just as good," said Davis, whose defense handled 17 chances flawlessly. "We pitched a lot offspeed...you've got to keep it offspeed against a good-hitting team like they are." Hurricane will face more dangerous teams in the final two weeks of the regular season, highlighted by a third meeting with Midland on April 24 and a rematch with St. Albans the next evening. Sectional play is scheduled to start May 6.
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WVPA accepting scholarship and internship applications The West Virginia Press Association Foundation is accepting student applications for 2014 Summer Internships and 201415 Scholarships. If awarded, the WVPAF provides both funded and unfunded internships at newspapers across West Virginia and scholarships up to $500. The programs are open to journalism majors and students in related fields such as business management, human resources, advertising, social media and marketing. Prefer-
ence will be given to students in at least their sophomore year of college. Application deadline is May 16. Applications may be downloaded from the WVPA website: wvpress.org at http://wvpress.org/images/grant%20application.pdf For additional information or to have the applications mailed, call Executive Director Don Smith at 304-342-1011, ext. 160, or write to: WV Press Association Foundation, 3422 Pennsylvania Ave., Charleston, WV, 25302.
Local residents inducted into Phi Kappa Phi The following local residents were initiated into the honor society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation's oldest and most selective collegiate honor society for all academic disciplines. Inducted into the Marshall University chapter were: Buffalo: Danielle Gallagher Hurricane: Jamie Tipler, Meredith Ferry, Jeremy McDaniel and Sarah Legg. Poca: Tia DelPapa and Heather McCormic. Scott Depot: Christopher Willard and Ashley Loftis. Winfield: Sarah Burton Nitro: Kala Withrow
These residents are among approximately 32,000 students, faculty, professional staff and alumni to be initiated into Phi Kappa Phi each year. Membership is by invitation and requires nomination and approval by a chapter. Only the top 10 percent of seniors and 7.5 percent of juniors, having at least 72 semester hours, are eligible for membership. Graduate students in the top 10 percent of the number of candidates for graduate degrees may also qualify, as do faculty, professional staff, and alumni who have achieved scholarly distinction.
LAWSUIT FROM PAGE 1 or take possession of property in Liberty Square.” An Applebee’s representative did not return phone or e-mail requests for comment. Four-S “strongly disputes” that Panera Bread or a similar type of restaurant violates the agreement, noting that all of the listed examples in the covenant serve food and wine, beer or alcoholic beverages. “Panera Bread bakeries and cafes, no matter where located, do not serve food and wine, beer or alcoholic beverages,” according to the Four-S response reported by the West Virginia
Record, noting other differences. “Panera Bread does not offer: white linen table cloth service or cloth napkins, wait persons taking orders and serving patrons tableside and otherwise attending to patrons’ needs and requests; or steaks, ribs, chops, hamburgers, fish and side items offered by defendant …” Four-S seeks a declaratory judgment to “terminate the uncertainty and controversy giving rise to this proceeding,” the complaint states. “Plaintiff desires to proceed with its plan to lease and locate Panera Bread in Liberty Square.”
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Surging Poca beats state-ranked Sherman By Matt Gajtka matt@theputnamstandard.com
Poca didn’t play a perfect game at home April 24. Nevertheless, the Dots softball team made enough good plays to overcome a few mistakes, squeezing past state-ranked Sherman 32. Freshman catcher Casey Skeens’ long sacrifice fly to center field broke a 2-2 tie in the fourth inning, putting the crescendo on a three-run Poca rally. Haley Wagner had knotted the score one batter earlier with an RBI single, as the Dots made the most out of four hits. Those moments aside, Poca sophomore Tori Ward might’ve had the largest individual contribution. She drove in the Dots’ first run with a two-out hit in the third, then came on in relief of starting pitcher Jasmine Luikart and shut out Sherman over the final three innings. “After we got the lead, we wanted to change speeds and bring Tori in,” Poca coach David Skeens said. “She throws harder and we wanted (Sherman) to look at something different. We’re trying to mix it up and see if it can help us win.” Ward’s flame-throwing style largely stifled the No. 4-ranked team in Class A, but her stint was-
Poca freshman Jasmine Luikart throws a pitch against Sherman on April 24, while shortstop Sarah Fisher (left) prepares to defend. After allowing two runs in the first inning, Luikart retired 11 of 13 batters to give her team a chance to rally back. n’t without drama. With two outs and the bases empty in the fifth, Sherman’s Baylee Harless grounded a single up the middle that scooted past Poca center fielder Natalie Parkins and all the way to the fence. Harless sprinted to third and turned for home when the throw from the outfield skipped away. But Ward, backing up the play in foul territory, picked up the ball and tagged out Harless all in one motion, maintaining Poca’s newfound lead. “I just picked up the ball and I was going to throw (home), but then I saw (Harless),” Ward said
with a laugh. “So I was going to dive at her or run her over.” Ward stranded a runner at second base in the sixth after a pickoff try went awry, then she surrendered a one-out double to Kylee Wells in the seventh. However, Ward induced a popout and a flyout to seal the win, Poca’s fifth in seven games. “We’ve been progressing,” David Skeens said. “We’ve had our ups and downs, but other than our first game against (Class AAA No. 1) Hurricane, we’ve been in every game. Usually we’ll have that bad inning or so, but that’s probably the youth showing.” Poca (9-10) has been reliant on relative youth all season, with senior Parkins and juniors Wagner and Bre Bias the lone upperclassmen in the starting lineup against Sherman. Shortstop Sarah Fisher, one of six freshmen to get the call on a balmy evening,
Poca's Natalie Parkins (red jersey, center) rounds third and heads home to score on Tori Ward's single in the third inning. The senior walked and singled in the 3-2 win over state-ranked Sherman. said her team’s inexperience at the high school level can have both benefits and drawbacks. “It’s pretty exciting because we have a long way to go and you know we’ll be good,” she said. “That makes it fun. But at the beginning (of games) it’s nerveracking, especially for me. Once you get used to it, you let it go.” Poca might’ve been a little tight at the start, as Sherman pitcher Wells struck out five batters in the first three innings. The Dots didn’t get a hit until Ward’s RBI single during the second time through the order. Meanwhile, Poca starter Luikart allowed the first three Sherman batters to reach, including Hali Jarrell’s two-run hit. After that, though, the freshman retired 11-of-13 to give her team a chance to come back.
“Early on, Jasmine was throwing over the plate rather than working her corners,” David Skeens said. “She started pitching better and got a little better control from there.” Although underclassmen handled the mound duties, Parkins reached base three times and scored a run, while Bias doubled and scored. As for the freshmen, Lindsey Triplett got on twice and Casey Skeens walked and came a few feet shy of her first Poca home run. Ward said the camaraderie on the team has been a positive to date, with just four regular-season games remaining until a bestof-three sectional showdown with Sissonville. “It’s calm and there’s no arguing, no conflict,” she said. “The atmosphere is really good.”
Famous Superstars Fierce 5 compete at worlds
The congregants at the Charleston and Teays Valley locations of River Ridge Church participated in “The Church Has Left the Building” program. Between the two River Ridge campuses, about 700 people participated. Above, John Gillenwater (left) and team at Kroger for food pantry drive collected food on April 6.
One of the big projects the church is doing is at Camp Happy Valley, a Salvation Army summer camp that hasn’t been able to open for the last couple of years. About 100 people including Jeff Chaffin and Will Messer helped clean up the camp, get the trails ready for the kids and do some plumbing and electrical repairs to help them get it open for the summer.
Famous Superstars Fierce 5, a West Virginia all girl’s level five cheer team, competed at Cheer Worlds last week. The team consists of 14 athletes ranging in ages from 13 to 19. The team includes Morgan Ross, Winfield High School; Jazlyn McGrew, George Washington High; Tylee Oldham, Hurricane Middle School; Latisha Carter, George Washington High; Nautica Saunders, South Charleston High; Taylor Nickerson, South Charleston High; Carley Gandee, West Liberty College; Tahje Houston, Capital High; Malika Houston, Capital High School; Bailey Nelson, Sissonville High; Alyssa Smith, Sherman High; Courtney Perdue, Dupont Middle; Kennedy Van Dyke, Woodrow WIlson High; Candance Trent, WV Tech Center.
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Buffalo takes advantage of Wirt mistakes in easy victory By Chris Stadelman chris@theputnamstandard.com
As postseason play approaches, patience remains a key word for the Buffalo baseball team. Patience has helped as the Bison waited for some younger players to make key contributions, and patience at the plate certainly helped Buffalo on April 23 in its 12-1 victory over Wirt. Eight walks and a hit-by-pitch put plenty of runners on, and the Bison got a couple key hits when they needed them in the five-inning victory. Seniors Laythen Good and Nick Gunter each had a triple and a single, with Good driving in two and Gunter three, while junior Brandon Buntura had a single, two-run double and scored twice. Freshman Connor Fields also came up big, with two hits, two RBIs, and two runs scored. All that backed a strong pitching performance from Beau Whittington, who scattered four hits and struck out two. Buffalo (6-8) still is experimenting a little in advance of the May 12 sectional tournament, coach Jimmy Tribble said, but the Bison are getting closer. Close losses to state tournament contenders Valley (1-0) and Moorefield (5-0) in the past 10 days back that up. “They didn’t play very well tonight,” Tribble said of Wirt. “I’ve
Pitcher Beau Whittington's improved control and solid defense by teammates including Aaron Lewis helped Buffalo beat Wirt 12-1 last week.
First baseman Blake Caplinger had a pair of doubles and scored two runs for the Bison.
seen our team do that, too. It was close up there, 5-2. They didn’t kick it around like they did today. “We finally hit the baseball with men on base. That’s a good thing. They didn’t swing at bad pitches for the most part. We’ve got about 10 more games to get ready for the sectional. We’re still moving people around, seeing what our best combination is.” Fields said he feels much more confident than he did at the start
of the season. “It feels good,” he said. “I didn’t expect to play this much as a freshman. I’m feeling more comfortable at the plate. Normally I try to hit the first good pitch I see. We’re playing good as a team.” Whittington said Tribble helped him make an adjustment that improved his control, with just one walk in the game against Wirt. “One game I hit three people in
Hurricane first baseman Taylor McCray connects on a double to centerfield. Photos by Jack Withrow
Winfield Middle catcher Sydney Houck and pitcher Allison Weisscome together to catch a pop up.
Vannatter leads Hurricane Middle in wins Hurricane Middle School softball team defeated Winfield Middle in both games of a doubleheader. The game was held at Hurricane High School on Saturday. In the first game Redskins' pitcher Harlie Vannatter struck out 21 batters and won 6-0. Vannatter also pitched the second game and had 12 strikeouts to lead the team in a 7-2 victory. Hurricane Middle’s pitcher Harlie Vannatter struck out 33 batters in a doubleheader against Winfield Middle School.
a row,” he said. “I was tensing up, and he got me to stay loose so I can aim better. We’re getting better. I believe we have a chance to go to the state tournament if we work together. There are a lot of young guys with a lot to learn, but they’re getting better.” Good, who with ace Aaron Lewis gives Buffalo a nice onetwo punch on the mound, said he’s seen good progress this season. It’s the opposite of the Bison
basketball team, which featured nothing but seniors. “At the beginning of the season we weren’t really fundamentally sound as a team,” he said. “We’ve cut down on our mental mistakes. We have some freshmen coming along in some pretty key roles, and they’re playing good.” Buffalo plays host to Fayetteville Thursday and travels to Huntington St. Joe on Friday this week.
The Teays Valley Christian School Middle School girls basketball team beat Cross Lanes Christian School 31-28 in the Championship game in February to win the 2013-14 West Virginia Christian Athletic Tournament (WVCAT). TVCS finished the season with an 18-3 record. Front row left to right: Alisha Kiser, Katie Lucas, Emily Hatfield and Holly Edwards; Back row left to right: Coach Mark Kiser, Assistant Coach Christy Kiser, Paige Blust, Maddie Lambert, Caroline Moses, Makana Landers, Sarah Kiser, Holli Bragg, Karli Neal and Assistant Coach Steve Bragg. All Tournament players included Katie Lucas, Holly Edwards and MVP Alisha Kiser.
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Hurricane rides newfound energy, hitting to Ed Carter title By Matt Gajtka matt@theputnamstandard.com
Hurricane baseball coach Bryan Sutphin played under the late Ed Carter at St. Albans, so when his former mentor's honorary tournament comes around every spring, it means a little something extra. Sutphin's team players acted like they felt that urgency, too, as they completed an undefeated run through the tournament with an 11-1 six-inning win over Winfield on Saturday in St. Albans. "We're playing with more enthusiasm," Sutphin said. "That leads to better results, because you're in the 'now.' It's good to see, no question. "You never know. Like coach Carter's famous line, 'You can go from champ to chump in one day.' You just try to get better and keep climbing that mountain." Hurricane, ranked No. 2 in Class AAA at the time of the Ed Carter Invitational, pummeled 13 hits all over (and out of ) cozy Loftis Field, including six doubles and three home runs. "We seem to be starting to find a groove offensively," said Sutphin, whose squad totaled 33 runs in three tournament games. "We're having more of a plan at the plate." Second baseman Ace Estep keyed a late barrage that ended the game an inning early, doubling twice and homering in his final three at-bats. "Whenever I got my pitch, I just tried to jump on it," Estep said.
Winfield's Bryan Bosley (right) throws a warm-up pitch in the Ed Carter Invitational championship game. Shortstop Brandon Wright stands in the background. "Mainly looking for first-pitch fastballs and laying off the curves. The past three games, we've really unified as a team and our bats have woken up." After dispatching Chapmanville and St. Albans by a combined score of 22-5 on Friday, Hurricane (14-4) had a tepid start by its standards against Winfield, carrying a 2-1 lead into the top of the fourth. But that's when the Redskins started slugging, as Tate Brock's solo opposite-field homer started a three-run frame. Estep's second double in as many innings led off a two-run fifth, while his two-run homer to right field put a flourish on a four-spot in the sixth. Estep, who recently committed to play at West Virginia State University, got the chance to finish the game on the mound. He tossed a scoreless inning to trig-
ger the run rule – his first pitching appearance in about a year. "I don't have much experience out there, so I just try to throw strikes," Estep said. "Try to let them hit the ball and let the defense do the work." Hurricane starting pitcher Austin Hensley also shone on a brilliantly sunny afternoon, recovering from Winfield's first-inning run to retire 10 of the last 13 batters he faced. Hensley was effective at the plate as well, walking in the first and doubling in the go-ahead run in the third. "I thought he was aggressive to hitters," Sutphin said of Hensley's six-inning start. "He got better as the game went on. He's logged a lot of innings for us over the years. He's a winner, he's a leader, and you always feel good when he gets the ball and competes." Right fielder Alex Dunham
Putnam County Sports Schedules (May 1-8) Buffalo Baseball Thu. 5/1 vs. Fayetteville (6pm) Fri. 5/2 at St. Joseph (3:30pm) Mon. 5/5 vs. Sherman (6pm) Tue. 5/6 vs. Sissonville (5:30pm) Wed. 5/7 vs. Valley Fayette (5:30pm)
Softball Fri. 5/2 at Poca (6pm) Tue. 5/6 – Sectionals (6pm) Wed. 5/7 – Sectionals (6pm)
Softball Thu. 5/1 at Nitro (5:30pm) Sat. 5/3 at Lincoln County (1pm) Wed. 5/7 – Sectionals (6pm) Thu. 5/8 – Sectionals (6pm) Fri. 5/9 – Sectionals (6pm)
Track & Field Fri. 5/2 at Gazette Relays (4pm) Sat. 5/3 at Gazette Relays (9am)
Track & Field Fri. 5/2 at Gazette Relays (4pm) Sat. 5/3 at Gazette Relays (9am) Thu. 5/8 – Buffalo Invite (4pm) Hurricane Baseball Fri. 5/2 at Derby Classic Sat. 5/3 at Derby Classic Mon. 5/5 – MSAC Tourney (7pm) Tue. 5/6 – MSAC Tourney (7pm) Wed. 5/7 vs. Spring Valley (6pm)
Tennis Thu. 5/8 – Regionals at Huntington
Poca Baseball Thu. 5/1 vs. Mingo Central (6pm) Fri. 5/2 at Chapmanville (6:30pm) Sat. 5/3 at Braxton County (noon) Mon. 5/5 at Point Pleasant (7pm) Tue. 5/6 at Winfield (7pm) Thu. 5/8 at Scott (6:30pm) Softball Thu. 5/1 vs. Capital (6pm – DH) Fri. 5/2 vs. Hurricane (6pm) Wed. 5/7 – Sectionals (TBD) Tennis Fri. 5/2 at Cardinal Conference (4:30pm) Thu. 5/8 – Regionals at Charleston
Track & Field Fri. 5/2 at Gazette Relays (4pm) Sat. 5/3 at Gazette Relays (9am)
Winfield Baseball Thu. 5/1 at Huntington (7pm) Fri. 5/2 at Logan (7pm) Mon. 5/5 – MSAC Tourney (6pm) Tue. 5/6 vs. Poca (6:30pm) Wed. 5/7 at South Charleston (6pm) Thu. 5/8 vs. Herbert Hoover (7pm) Softball Fri. 5/2 vs. Ripley (5:30pm) Tue. 5/6 – Sectionals (6pm) Wed. 5/7 – Sectionals (6pm) Tennis Thu. 5/1 at Cabell Midland (4pm) Thu. 5/8 – Regionals at Huntington Track & Field Fri. 5/2 at Gazette Relays (4pm) Sat. 5/3 at Gazette Relays (9am)
Hurricane second baseman Ace Estep sprints home in the fifth inning April 26. Estep went 3 for 4 with two doubles and a home run in an 11-1 win over Winfield. played the catalyst role in Hurricane's leadoff spot. After a flyout in his first at-bat, he singled, walked and rifled a long home run to left. "Personally, I was just looking for pitches to drive," Dunham said. "Just staying on it. Wind was blowing out a bit, too, so that helps. "The past couple games the energy's been up, and we've been hitting the ball a lot better, so they go together. We seem to be clicking right now." Winfield (7-11) entered the championship game after splitting a pair of games Friday, but its run-rule victory over Class AAA No. 9 Logan counteracted a tight loss to George Washington and boosted the Generals into a matchup with their Putnam
County rival. Winfield shortstop Brandon Wright got the title game going by singling, stealing third and scoring, but the Generals mustered just five baserunners the rest of the way. "Just one of those days," said Winfield freshman first baseman Tate Hancock. "We left a few too many pitches over the plate and (Hurricane was) killing the ball." Designated hitter Derek Whiteside had a pair of hits for Winfield. Generals starter Bryan Bosley limited Hurricane to three hits through three innings; however, Brock's homer and Estep's first double ended his day in the fourth. The two teams will meet again April 29 at Winfield.
Student prepare for ‘Gatsby’ Prom By Jacob Payne Poca High School
Another spring brings us another high school tradition: prom. While the American tradition will be occurring all around the country, it will be the job of students at each school to make it their own. At Poca High School, this job is taken especially seriously. The prom committee, consisting of a handful of devoted of students and staff, takes this job head on and tries to make the experience as wonderful as possible. This year, the committee decided to base the theme of the dance on the “Great Gatsby” movie, which is based in the 1920s. They chose this based on the popularity of the movie and by general consensus among students. The official colors of the May 10 dance will be black, white and
gold. The event will be held at the Nitro Moose Family Center. Students should buy a ticket soon because there are just 250 tickets being sold, and at $25 they are very affordable. Holloway Photography will be providing its services to capture the moments. Jay Thompson will be the DJ for the dance as well. Although students are wanted to have the time of their lives, they will be expected to follow rules. No freshman is allowed to attend this year, along with no one in middle school, or anyone 21 and over. Dancing restrictions may be in place for the event in response to other schools doing the same. Even with this, “I am really looking forward to prom, especially for how we are incorporating the ‘Great Gatsby’ theme,” said Hollie McLane, a senior and member of the prom committee. The school, as a whole, also is very excited for the event.
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Poca bats awake, but pitching falters against Point Pleasant By Matt Gajtka matt@theputnamstandard.com
Twice in its April 24 home game against Point Pleasant, the Poca baseball team was one strike away from escaping a tight situation. On both occasions, however, the Dots couldn’t put that next pitch where they wanted, leading to a 10-8 nine-inning loss on a chilly night. The temperature dropped drastically over the course of nearly four hours of baseball although the Poca offense continued its recent hot streak. Five players collected multiple hits in an unpredictable game that saw the visitors rally from a 5-1 second-inning deficit. Senior Jake Payne produced in the cleanup spot, going 3-for-5 with a pair of home runs and a single in the bottom of the ninth as the Dots (5-13) tried to keep the game going. “I don’t want to say it’s a moral victory, but we fought back,” said Payne, who started the game at shortstop and later moved to left field, right field and catcher. “That’s a good team we played, and it’s good to have that (experience) under our belts.” Payne drove in three, while his cousin Noah Frampton knocked in two with a homer of his own in the first. Payne followed two batters later with his third roundtripper of the season, and he hit another in the fifth. Payne said he and Frampton, a junior, try to pace the Dots in an understated fashion.
Poca junior Noah Frampton reaches out to foul off a pitch in the second inning against Point Pleasant on April 24. Frampton homered, singled and walked in the Dots' 10-8 extra-inning loss. “We like to lead by example,” Payne said. “You won’t hear us cheerleading from the dugout, but guys know what’s expected of them. We have a bunch of good guys…don’t have a bunch of troublemakers on the team.” Noah’s freshman brother Luke Frampton singled in a fifth run in the second, and it appeared the Dots would earn back-to-back victories for the second time this season. It might’ve come to pass if the younger Frampton hadn’t gotten into a few too many lengthy battles on the mound in his first start of the season. Although he allowed just two runs in four innings, his 84 pitches to that point led Poca coach Mike Hutchinson to make a change. Two walks and an error put the visitors in business to start the sixth, upon which Poca turned to Dante Barnett to protect a 6-4 lead. The sophomore right-han-
der struck out the first two batters he faced, but Point Pleasant’s Cody Sockwell reached out to drop an 0-2 pitch into center field, scoring two and tying the game 6-6. Barnett’s bullet throw to the plate from right field kept the game even in the eighth, but Point Pleasant broke through in the ninth. With the bases full and Trevor Porter at the plate, Poca reliever Noah Frampton thought he had thrown strike three, but the home-plate umpire disagreed. A couple pitches later, Porter dumped a two-run double into right-center field. A balk and an error allowed two more to score, putting Poca down 10-6. “We didn’t make a whole bunch of major mistakes, but we made a few,” Hutchinson said. “We fought hard and the effort was great. We just fell short.” In the bottom of the ninth, three straight hits by Matt Chan-
Poca freshman Luke Frampton tosses a pitch April 24. In his first start of the season, Frampton went four innings, departing with the Dots ahead 5-2. At the plate, he reached base three times out of the leadoff spot. dler, Payne and Brett Watts led to a pair of Poca runs. However, the promising push came up short when Luke Frampton struck out on a bases-loaded, full-count pitch to end the game. “We have the will to fight even when we are down,” said Noah Frampton, who got the chance to catch his younger brother in the early going. “I think the big thing is to cut down on our errors and hit the ball just a little bit better.” Despite the painful defeat, Poca scored at least five runs for the fifth straight game. Along with Payne’s strong game, both Frampton brothers reached base three times. Chandler and Watts had two singles apiece, and designated hitter Lucas Marshall walked twice. “The bats have been coming around,” Hutchinson said, “but we need to get the timely hit, the
big clutch hit. Once we start getting those hits, we’ll be tough to beat. We leave the bases loaded more than anyone in the world.” Poca was in the midst of a seven-game week, including a pair of doubleheaders. They lost seven in a row prior to an April 23 win over Wayne, although Hutchinson said their threegame trip to South Carolina helped the Dots raise their level of play. “All three teams we played down there were better than any team we see here,” he said. “Any time you play talent like that, you get better. We had a rough stretch, but we’re starting to hit all gears now.” Poca will have plenty of chances to further refine its game, with 13 games scheduled for the final three weeks of its regular season.
Buckley, Hines are Teays Physical Therapy Center’s gamers of the week Teays Physical Therapy Center Inc. is pleased to present this week’s gamers of the week awards to Christian Buckley of Poca High School and Anacia Hines of St. Albans High School. Poca High School should be extremely proud of their star-studded thrower, Buckley, and defending state champion in the shot put and discus. Buckley, son of Dana and Kathy Buckley, is a model student athlete with a 4.25 GPA and state championships in multiple events. As a junior he already has multiple track inquiries from Ivy League schools such as Harvard, Cornell and Princeton. “I’ve gotten a lot of good coaching from my dad and other coaches like Phil Gregory to improve my technique,” Buckley said. “I’ve been lifting a lot during the offseason to help improve my strength. Those gains in both technique and strength have transferred well. As the PR’s (personal records) in the weight room go up, so do the PR’s on the field.” “We have a lot of great throwers on our team and we feed off of each other in practice,” he said. “If one guy hits a PR, we all go out
Teays Physical Therapy Center’s Mark Roe, exercise physiologist and certified crossfit instructor, presents this week’s male gamer award to Christian Buckley of Poca High School.
Teays Physical Therapy Center’s Brad Coleman, ATC, presents this week’s female gamer award to Anacia Hines of St. Albans High School.
there and try to get it too.” Buckley is looking forward to finishing the season strong but says all would not be lost if he didn’t repeat as champion. “We’ve got a couple of meets then states,” he said. “I’d really like to repeat as state champ in both the shot and disc. It would be considered a successful season if that happened. “I compete nationally during the summer so I would have that to look forward to but winning state is a great feeling and I’d love to do that again.” Hines has been a standout
they announced over the intercom my time in the hurdles.” Prior to the start of the season Hines ran an indoor season with the Capitol City Striders. “Running indoor season has allowed me to be ready for the start of this season,” she said. “I was getting a little over-trained but since I have cut back a little and rested more my times are beginning to come back down.” Hines has been to the state track meet every year and plans to continue that trend this year. “My goals are to get my 100 hurdle time into the 14’s, my
track star since her freshman year and this season has been no different. Last week at the Winfield Classic, Hines took home high point honors by winning the 100m hurdles, 100m sprint and 200m sprint, scoring 30 points for her team. She ran a 12.84 in the 100m sprint and a 26.56 in the 200m sprint, both of which were season bests. Her 15.25 in the 100m high hurdles was also a personal record of hers. “I knew what my times have been going into the meet,” she said. “I was very excited when
100m sprint into the low 12’s and my 200m sprint into the 25’s,” she said. She has many people in her life that have motivated and supported her in track. “Chip Ferrell (one of the Striders coaches) has been that person in my life that has always said that I could be great and is helping me to get there,” she said.” Look for other local high school athletes to be named next week’s female and male gamer of the week, sponsored by Teays Physical Therapy Center Inc.
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Frontier Communications extends broadband network Frontier Communications (NASDAQ: FTR) has extended its broadband service to hundreds of residents and businesses in the Kanawha Valley. “Frontier is committed to providing leading-edge broadband service throughout our markets,” General Manager Ryan Bailey said. “As we expand our network, we are delivering residential and business customers with enhanced educational, business and entertainment opportunities.” Bailey said the following communities in Kanawha and Putnam counties have access to Frontier services:
More than 30 Putnam County businesses leaders attended the Putnam Chamber of Commerce April Business After Hours. No one won the $400 in BB&T drawing held at the end of the event.
Mary Zigmond, owner of The Gallery, welcomes members from the Putnam County Chamber of Commerce to her business on April 24. Zigmond provided a variety of appetizers, salads and sandwiches. She also gave away flowers and a $25 gift certificate.
Kanawha County • Sissonville/Pocatalico (Sissonville Drive, Shirley and Johnson Road and Mindy Hollow Road areas) • Malden (Georges Creek Drive area)
• Kanawha City (Chesterfield Avenue and Chappell Road areas) • Clendenin (Davis Run Road area) • Elkview (Frame Road area) • Dry Branch Drive area (eastern Kanawha County) Putnam County • Buffalo (18-Mile Road area) • Leon (Oldaker Road and Arbuckle Creek Road areas) • Scott Depot (Teays Valley Road and Crestridge Drive) Bailey encouraged residents to call 1-800-921-8101 toll-free for information about service availability and options. Residential customers, he said, now have access to broadband service of up to 24 megabits per second (Mbps). They have the opportunity to bundle broadband service with telephone and television services and realize substantial savings.
BG Hamrick, Amy Lewis and Steve Sluss attended the Putnam County Chamber of Commerce business after hours at The Gallery.
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Christian's Sports Beat: Kicking it into gear with spring practice
By: Christian Deiss
For a few weeks in March and April the Marshall University men’s soccer team held spring practice at the Thundering Herd’s Veteran’s Memorial Soccer Complex in Huntington. The squad had the opportunity to work on its fundamentals and decision making. Two players for the Herd are local to the Teays Valley area, Trevor Starcher, a redshirt freshman from Hurricane, and Tommy Trupo, a freshman from Scott Depot. I asked the two young teammates what it is like being able to practice during the spring.
Trupo told me, “It’s fun because it’s different from the fall, you get more time to work with players, and you get more playing time to work on your game. You have a whole new team and you have to figure new things out.” Starcher echoed Tommy’s thoughts, “It’s really beneficial because we get a lot of practice and playing time, everyone gets to play more and that’s important.” I saw the Herd play Northern Kentucky on a cold and rainy day, with the contest ending in a 0 – 0 draw. The 2013 season was a rough one for the squad as the Herd finished with a record of two wins, 11 losses and six draws. Both players came from really successful high school teams. Starcher was all-state for the Hurricane Redskins and Trupo was the state’s top player for the Charleston Catholic Irish. I wanted to know from both players what last year’s experience taught them. “It taught me how the ball bounces, we had a few close games that could’ve gone either way, which didn’t go our way so we had to deal with a little bit of adversity which should
help us in the future,” said Starcher. Five of last year’s defeats were by only one tally. “Last season gave me a lot of valuable lessons actually. We might have had a tough season but a team can learn and grow from that. Even though our record didn’t show what we wanted it to, I feel it brought us closer as a team and being as young as we were it gave us something to build on,” commented Trupo. At times last season the Herd started a large number of first year players. A fact that I discussed with assistant head coach Thomas Olivier, “We have objectives we want to meet by the end of spring and we do have a young team with four to five freshman starting at any time last fall. We will try to get some maturity and experience and that’s what spring games provide the players. It gets down to getting minutes on the field.” For the upcoming 2014 season the Herd will face three teams that appeared in the 2013 NCAA Tournament, one of which played in the College Cup semifinals. But before the fall season,
ESTEP FROM PAGE 1 remain on the infield in college, but he’ll do whatever he needs to do to help the Yellow Jackets. Hurricane baseball coach Bryan Sutphin looked beyond the diamond when discussing Estep. “He’s been a joy to coach,” Sutphin said. “It’s been nice to watch him progress and get better every year. His success as a student and as a player has helped mold him to be more confident in everything he does. You can see him coming into his own and being more self-assured as he goes through everyday life.” As far as Estep’s college potential goes, Sutphin was bullish on his “lead-by-example” senior, noting that his 6-foot-3 frame, work ethic and versatility will be distinct advantages at West Virginia State. “If he keeps striving, his best baseball is ahead of him,” Sutphin said. “Once he fills out, he’s got a chance to be a dandy. He’s going to be a good ‘program guy,’ he’ll do what they ask of him and work at it. “I’m looking forward to seeing him flourish. Luckily for us he’s playing close enough that we can see him grow as a player and a person.” Sutphin also made sure to emphasize the importance of Estep’s support group at home. With Hurricane’s run to the state final in basketball, this year has been quite busy for the youngster. “Their family is really sports-oriented,” Sutphin said. “That helps because they understand what goes into it. It’s a difficult life, and he’ll put in the extra time after
Former Hurricane High School soccer standout Trevor Starcher, now with the Marshall Thundering Herd, plays during a recent spring game against Northern Kentucky University in the pouring rain. coach Olivier told me it was good to be back on the field in the spring, “It’s been a long winter and the NCAA only allows us to train eight hours a week through early February, unlike in the fall when we can work as a team 20 hours a week. The guys are itching to get back outside and compete instead of just scrimmaging.” That cold and rainy Saturday I
watched the team was a challenging contest for both teams, especially for Starcher who was still cold when I spoke to him after the game. “I still can’t feel my hands, but it’s a good experience because it prepares you to be able to play in any type of weather.” To keep up with the Marshall men’s soccer team, go to www.herdzone.com.
RECIPE OF THE WEEK:
Corn Pudding Recipe from Wanda King Ingredients 1 16 oz can cream corn 1 13 oz can milk 5 eggs (beaten) ¼ cup butter (melted) Cracker Crumbs
Ace Estep started dreaming about playing for the Yellow Jackets at young age. practice, trying to find ways to get better. That’s what the good ones do.” Perry Estep had the final word at the signing, thanking Ace’s friends for keeping him grounded. “He wouldn’t be where he’s at without all the friends who’ve surrounded him,” he said. “He’s been fortunate to have good guys who are level-headed and come to school humble.” Perhaps inspired by mentors like his father and Sutphin, Ace Estep intends to pursue a career in education. Before that, he’ll focus on helping Hurricane collect 20 wins for the fourth straight season – and hopefully make an impact in the Class AAA playoffs. “We haven’t made it as far as we’ve wanted to,” he said, “but we’re working towards that goal.”
Directions: Combine ingredients. Put in greased casserole dish. Sprinkle with crumbs. Bake 350 degrees for 30 minutes.
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The Scott Teays Lions Club picked up 56 bags of trash along the first couple miles of North Poplar Fork on April 12. The Lions Club is a member of the Adopt-a-Highway program.
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WVMI, Putnam Nutrition Centers offer diabetes education classes The West Virginia Medical Institute (WVMI) is partnering with Putnam Nutrition Centers to provide free diabetes education classes for the communities of Hurricane, Hometown and Buffalo. Diabetes is considered an epidemic in West Virginia with as many as 1-in-6 people diagnosed with the disease and limited educational opportunities in certain parts of the state. The free diabetes classes will be held at the following locations: * John Henson Nutrition Center: 11:30 a.m. May 7, 14 and 21 - 2800 Putnam Ave., Hurricane. * Hometown Nutrition Center: 11:30 a.m. June 4, 11 and 18 - River Street, Hometown * Buffalo Nutrition Center: 11:30 a.m. June 16, 23 and 30 48 Wrights Way, Buffalo.
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These educational sessions are part of a program called “Everyone with Diabetes Counts (EDC)” which is funded by Medicare and coordinated by WVMI. Classes are open to anyone who has diabetes, their family members and caregivers. To register for the classes, call 304-346-9864 ext. 3225. Through this series of classes, participants will learn all about diabetes, including a focus on its risks, nutrition, weight management, and how to properly manage medications. Traci Gillispie and Gina Clark, both nurses with WVMI, will lead the classes. Participants are encouraged to attend all four classes. Visit www.wvdiabeteseducation.org for a schedule of additional classes or call toll-free at 855-376-9382.
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1. Church tower 2. Situated on the side 3. Egg dishes, e.g. Denver or cheese
A tree next to the Buffalo baseball field caught on fire prior to the team’s game against Wirt County on April 23. Crews from the Buffalo Volunteer Fire Department used water and foam to extinguish the blaze. The West Virginia Division of Forestry had Putnam County under a high risk of wildfire meaning fires like this one can start easily and spread.
4. “This means ___!” 5. Arm bone 6. Hammer part 7. Hospital stretcher with wheels 8. Fare reductions 9. A chip, maybe 10. National Institutes of Health (acronym) 11. Confuse (2 wds) 12. Nairobi residents 14. Four competitions in a tournament 15. Appear 20. Drench 23. Aristocracy 25. West Indies’ music genre 27. Copy 28. It’s a wrap 31. Departed 33. “The Three Faces of ___” 34. Be silent, in music 35. High heat oven device 36. Grind (2 wds) 39. Golden 40. More stylish 41. Angers 43. Yield 45. Beanies 46. Errand runner 49. “I, Claudius” role 50. “___ of Eden” 51. “La Scala di ___” (Rossini opera) 54. Butter holder 56. Battering device
The firefighters trimmed branches of the tree for better access to the smoldering wood and to make sure the fire didn’t spread. Daytime burning is prohibited from the hours of 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. and outdoor burning is permitted only between the hours of 5 p.m. and 7 a.m. through May 31.
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The Putnam Standard ESTHER PRINGLE CANADA HARLEY THOMAS "TOMMY" CURRY III BETTY FRANCIS DARBY TIMOTHY GENE FOX HAZEL MADELINE TRIBBLE JIVIDEN MARTHA MABEL ROBINSON JONES JOHN WILLIAM KELLEY JR. RAY EDWARD SAYRE JAMES KENNETH STOWASSER SAMUEL DEE SWARTZ DARRELL KEITH WEST ESTHER PRINGLE CANADA Esther Pringle Canada, 85, of Hurricane, formerly of Biloxi, Mississippi, passed away April 14, 2014. She was born on Nov. 11, 1928 in Biloxi. Esther was Biloxi's Queen of Mardi Gras in 1948, was a member of Who's Who of American Colleges and Universities and graduated from Asbury Theological Seminary in 1952. Survivors include four children; Carol (Don) Sunderland of Nashville, Tenn., Jim (Josie) Canada of Midlothian, Va., Leslie (Rod) Smith of Burlington, N.C. and Paul Canada of St. Albans; nine grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. In honoring Esther's wishes, services were private. Casdorph & Curry Funeral Home, St. Albans assisted the Canada family with arrangements. HARLEY THOMAS "TOMMY" CURRY III Harley Thomas "Tommy" Curry III of Fraziers Bottom passed away April 22, 2014. He was born March 19, 1952, in Logan, a son of Harley Thomas and Susanna Mullins Curry Jr., who preceded him in death. Tommy was owner and operator of Mountaineer Technical School. Survivors include his daughters, Angel (Greg) Casto, Amber Curry and Marshall Roy, all of St. Albans; grandsons, Trey Roy and Harley Roy; brothers, J.K. (Janie) Gillman, of Camp Creek, David (Regina) Curry, and John (Melinda) Curry, all of Ottawa; special aunt and uncle, Raymond and Margaret Curry of Downs, Ill.; and a host of other family and friends. Services were held April 25 at Casdorph & Curry Funeral Home, St. Albans, with the Revs. Edsel Aleshire and Mike Stevenson officiating. Graveside service at Highland Memory Gardens, Godby. The family would like to thank the staff at St. Francis ICU for their care and support. Online condolences can be sent to the family at www.casdorphandcurry.com. BETTY FRANCIS DARBY Betty Francis Darby, 73, of Eleanor, passed away April 22, 2014. After raising her three children, Betty went back to school and graduated with a degree in education from West Virginia State College. She then went on to teach at
Buffalo Elementary for 10 years. In addition to her love for teaching, she was an avid quilter and worked with needlepoint. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Eleanor. Survivors include her loving husband of 54 years and best friend, Phillip Darby; son, Mark (Lynn) Darby, of St. Augustine, Fla.; daughter, Anita (Barry) Lanham, of Midway; son, David (Berna) Darby, of Eleanor; five grandchildren, Brooke, Ben, Ethan, Sherridan and Coleman; and six great-grandchildren, Alexa, Hailey, James, Megan, Tyler and Aaron. Services were held April 25 at Raynes Funeral Home Eleanor Chapel, Eleanor, with Pastor David Panaro Jr. officiating. Burial was in Beech Grove Cemetery, Eleanor. Raynes Funeral Home, Eleanor, was in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be sent to the Darby family and the online guestbook signed by visiting www.raynesfuneralhome.com. TIMOTHY GENE FOX Mr. Timothy Gene Fox, 52, of Black Betsy, passed away April 17, 2014. Tim was a contractor and an Air Force Veteran. He is preceded in death by his father, Elmer Eugene Fox. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Wendy Fox; daughter, Abby Fox; mother, Eva Vandergriff Shaffer; brother, Brett Fox; and sisters, Anita and husband, Thomas Frame and Terri Breeden. Services were held April 23 at Gatens-Harding Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Jeff Arthur officiating. Burial was in Haven of Rest Memory Gardens. Gatens-Harding Funeral Home, Poca, assisted the Fox family. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.hardingfamilygroup.com. HAZEL MADELINE TRIBBLE JIVIDEN Hazel Madeline Tribble Jividen, 94, of Dunbar, passed away April 20, 2014. Hazel was born March 25, 1920, to the late Charles Stephen Tribble and Bertha Jane (Hill); her beloved husband, Franklin L. Jividen; two sisters and one brother. After graduating from Poca High School she worked at Fletcher's Enamel in Dunbar. In 1939 Hazel married Franklin Jividen. Hazel was an active member of the First Baptist Church of Dunbar. She taught fourth grade Sunday school for over 20 years and also served on the deaconess board. Survivors include her son, Thomas (Rita) Jividen, of Wilmington, N.C.; daughters, Nancy (Johnny) Karopchinsky, of Melbourne, Fla., and Libby (David) Plumley, of Poca; five grandchildren, Tommy Bradley of Melbourne, Fla., Tom Jividen of San Francisco, Calif., Jim Jividen of
San Diego, Calif., Anna Plumley (Wes) Church, of Morgantown and David Plumley II of Poca; and two great-grandchildren. Services were held April 26 at the First Baptist Church, Dunbar, with Rev. Mark Jarrell officiating. Interment was in Grandview Memorial Park, Dunbar. Keller Funeral Home, Dunbar assisted the family. Contributions may be made to First Baptist Church of Dunbar, 311 16th St., Dunbar, WV 25064. MARTHA MABEL ROBINSON JONES Mrs. Martha Mabel Robinson Jones, 94, of Poca, passed away April 16, 2014. She was a homemaker and devoted most of her life as a caretaker, caring for family members and others until their death. Her husband, Conrad T. Jones, preceded her in death. They were married 63 years. She was born in Blue Creek on April 23, 1919, daughter of John W. Robinson ("Leather Bill") and Mary Ellen Cline Robinson. Survivors include three children, Karen Snyder and husband, Nancy Lucas and husband, and Tom Jones; five grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Services were held April 26 at Gatens-Harding Funeral Home Chapel. The family suggests donations are made to the Putnam County Animal Shelter, 12908 Charleston Road, Red House, WV 25168. Gatens-Harding Funeral Home, Poca, assisted the Jones family. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.hardingfamilygroup.com. JOHN WILLIAM KELLEY JR. John William Kelley Jr., 92, of Fraziers Bottom, passed away April 18, 2014. He was born June 2, 1921 in Belle the son of the late John Kelley Sr. and Myrtle Kelley. John was preceded in death by 7 siblings and his grandson Joseph Sayre. He was a lifelong resident of the Kanawha Valley. John retired from BF Goodrich and Millwright Local 1755 of Parkersburg. John served in the Navy during WWII. Survivors include his wife of 68 years, Betty Butts Kelley of Fraziers Bottom; sons Ronald Kelley of Glendale AZ, and Randall Kelley of Fraziers Bottom; daughter Donna Taylor of Charleston; and nephew John Shaffer of Teays Valley. He is also survived by 5 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. In keeping with Johns wishes, he was cremated and a memorial service will be held at a later date. Chapman Funeral Home, Winfield, assisted the Kelley family. RAY EDWARD SAYRE Mr. Ray Edward Sayre, 84, of Hometown, passed away April 21, 2014, at Teays Valley Center. Ray was retired from Wiseman
Thursday,May 1,2014 – Page 17 Construction and enjoyed playing bluegrass music. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mrs. Juanita Sayre, and son, Terry Lyndon Sayre. Survivors include his son, Kevin Blaine Sayre; sisters, Diane Clendenin, Anna Null, Sissy Anderson and Sue Buck; brother, Glen Boggess; and three grandchildren, Terry Matthew Sayre, Tara Nichole Sayre and Justin Blaine Sayre. Services were held April 24 at Gatens-Harding Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Paul Boggess officiating. Entombment was in Haven of Rest Memorial Gardens, Red House. Funeral Gatens-Harding Home, Poca, assisted the Sayre family. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.hardingfamilygroup.com. JAMES KENNETH STOWASSER James Kenneth Stowasser, 85, of Hurricane, passed away April, 19, 2014 at the Chateau Grove Senior Living. James was born on Nov. 25, 1928 in Huntington, son of the late William and Goldie Stanley Stowasser. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his first wife: Iva Clark Stowasser, two brothers; Clayton and William Stowasser and a grandson: Douglas Stowasser. James was a retired employee of the Barboursville Brick Yard and a veteran of the US Army having served during the Korean War. Survivors include his wife: Lillian Stowasser, son: Samuel Stowasser; daughter, Patricia (Edward) Muth, grandchildren: Samuel Stowasser II, Andrew Stowasser, Edward, Nathaniel and Christopher Muth, great-grandchildren: Samuel Stowasser III and Emma Stowasser; four sisters: Hazel Jenkins, Mary Edmonds, Nancy Lipsey and Opal Jordan; several nieces and nephews. Services were held April 23 at Reger Funeral Chapel by Pastor Larry Hammett. Burial was at Culloden Cemetery, Culloden, WV. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.regerfh.com SAMUEL DEE SWARTZ Samuel Dee Swartz, 38, of Winfield, died April 17, 2014, at CAMC General Division, after a sudden illness. He was a member of the Open Door Apostolic Church, Charleston and was a member of
the Board of Directors for Winfield Little League and served as head coach for the girls’ softball team. He was the general manager for ASAP Fire Alarm and Security Company. He was preceded in death by his parents, Rossell and Kathleen Swartz. Survivors include his wife, Meghan Swartz; sons, Jacob Gilbert and Jonah Gilbert Swartz; daughter, Katherine Grace Swartz of Winfield; brothers, Sherman Swartz of St. Albans, Butchie Swartz of Oklahoma, Scooter Swartz of Charleston, Donald Gillispie of Alum Creek, David Gillispie of Cross Lanes; sisters, Thea Edens and Cissy Brown both of St. Albans. Services were held April 21 at Good Shepherd Mortuary, South Charleston with Pastor Chris Sowards officiating. The family asks that donations are made in Samuel's memory through Chase bank by calling Chris Childress at 304-760-1101. DARRELL KEITH WEST Darrell Keith West, 80, of Scott Depot, passed away April 14, 2014, at Hubbard Hospice House West, South Charleston. Darrell retired from Mountaineer Gas Co. with 34 years of service. He was a U.S. Marine Corps veteran of the Korean War and was a Purple Heart recipient. Darrell was preceded in death by his parents, Odbert T. and Goldie Brown West; three brothers and one sister. Survivors include his wife, Peggy S. Hurst West; son, Dale Keith (Tabra) West, of South Charleston; step-granddaughter, Kaitlyn Taylor; and sister, Sue Carol (George) O'Neill, of Longs, S.C. A memorial service was held at Donel C. Kinnard Memorial State Veterans Cemetery, Dunbar, April 21, with Rev. Ronald Brown officiating. The family would like to extend its gratitude to Dr. Samuel Carroll at the VA Clinic in Charleston and Dr. Don Lilly of Charleston Cardiology and to Hubbard Hospice Care of Charleston. Memorial contributions may be made to the Donel C. Kinnard Memorial State Veterans Cemetery, 130 Academy Drive, Dunbar, WV 25064 or to Hubbard Hospice House West, 4605 MacCorkle Ave. SW, South Charleston, WV 25309. Cooke Funeral Home & Crematorium, Nitro, assisted the family. Condolences may be sent to the family via www.cookefuneralhome.com.
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Legal Notices
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STATE OF WEST VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION DIVISION OF WATER AND WASTE MANAGEMENT PUBLIC NOTICE WEST VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIR O N M E N TA L PROTECTION'S, PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICE, 601 57TH STREET, CHARLESTON SE, WEST VIRGINIA 25304-2345 TELEPHONE: (304) 9260440. APPLICATION FOR A WEST VIRGINIA NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM WATER POLLUTION CONTROL PERMIT Public Notice No.: L-28-14 Public Notice Date: May 01, 2014 Paper: Putnam Standard The following has applied for a WV NPDES Water Pollution Control Permit for this facility or activity: Appl. No.:WV0116181 Applicant: SOLUTIA, INC. 575 MARYVILLE CENTRE DR ST. LOUIS, MO 63141 Location: N I T R O , PUTNAM COUNTY Latitude: 38:26:23 Longitude: 81:50:46 Receiving Stream: Kanawha River Activity: To operate and maintain disposal systems and best management practices for the direct discharge of treated storm water
through Outlet 001, and untreated storm water through Outlets 002, and 003 into the Kanawha River at Mile Points 42.5, 41.8, and 41.5 respectively. An antidegradation review has been conducted. Tier 1 protection is provided for all the existing uses. Business conducted: Closed facility was a former manufacturer (Flexsys America, LP) of rubber and agricultural chemicals. The site is being addressed pursuant to RCRA corrective action. Implementation: Compliance with the terms and conditions of this permit shall be attained in accordance with the provisions of Administrative Order No. 7769. On the basis of review of the application, the "Water Pollution Control Act (Chapter 22, Article 11-8(a))," and the "West Virginia Legislative Rules," the State of West Virginia will act on the above application. Any interested person may submit written comments on the draft permit and may request a public hearing by addressing such to the Director of the Division of Water and Waste Management within 30 days of the date of the public notice. Such comments or requests should be addressed to: Director, Division of Water and Waste Management, DEP ATTN: Lori Derrick, Permitting Section 601 57th Street SE Charleston, WV 25304-2345 The public comment period begins May 01,
2014 and ends May 31, 2014. Comments received within this period will be considered prior to acting on the permit application. Correspondence should include the name, address and the telephone number of the writer and a concise statement of the nature of the issues raised. The Director shall hold a public hearing whenever a finding is made, on the basis of requests, that there is a significant degree of public interest on issues relevant to the Draft Permit(s). Interested persons may contact the public information office to obtain further information. The application, draft permit and any required fact sheet may be inspected, by appointment, at the Division of Water and Waste Management Public Information Office, at 601 57th Street SE, Charleston, WV 25304-2345, between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. on business days. Copies of the documents may be obtained from the Division at a nominal cost. Calls must be made 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. 1t 5-1 ps ___________________ LEGAL NOTICE To the Creditors and Beneficiaries of the following deceased persons estates: I have before me the estates of the deceased persons and the accounts of the fiduciaries of their respective estates as listed below: ESTATE NUMBER: 1920 ESTATE NAME: PENNY JEAN BLACK-
BURN ADMINISTRATRIX: CATHY BLACKBURN 5157 BEAGLE CLUB ROAD PLINY, WV 25082 8084 ESTATE NUMBER: 1841 ESTATE NAME: EUGENE DYKE CAMPBELL EXECUTRIX: LILLIAN THOMAS CAMPBELL 1661 AMANDA DRIVE HURRICANE, WV 25526 8733 ESTATE NUMBER: 1916 ESTATE NAME: PAULINE S. DARBY EXECUTOR: PHILLIP K. DARBY P.O. BOX 455 ELEANOR, WV 25070 0455 ESTATE NUMBER: 1686 ESTATE NAME: MAN WEI KWEI EXECUTOR: LEON KWEI 18 EDGEWOOD DRIVE HURRICANE, WV 25526 9218 ESTATE NUMBER: 1685 ESTATE NAME: SUSAN SAUKOON KWEI EXECUTOR: LEON KWEI 18 EDGEWOOD DRIVE HURRICANE, WV 25526 9218 ESTATE NUMBER: 1901 ESTATE NAME: CORA SUE RALSTON DAVIS ADMINISTRATOR: RAYMOND E DAVIS 5 ELWOOD AVE DUNBAR, WV 25064 ESTATE NUMBER: 1897 ESTATE NAME: ROGER HOWARD SMITH EXECUTRIX: JANE C SMITH 82 WILLOWWOOD CIRCLE HURRICANE, WV 25526 9268 ESTATE NUMBER: 1908 ESTATE NAME: ELBERT ANCIL SWAIN A D M I N I S T R AT O R CTA DBN: HAROLD G ROBBINS 2646 SHAKE RAG ROAD WAYNESBURG, KY
Glenn Yeager II
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40489 8391 ESTATE NUMBER: 1917 ESTATE NAME: DOROTHY EMOGENE WATSON EXECUTOR: GENE EDWIN WATSON II 69 SHELWOOD DRIVE ROCHESTER, NY 14618 3709 ESTATE NUMBER: 1918 ESTATE NAME: GENE EDWIN WATSON EXECUTOR: GENE EDWIN WATSON II 69 SHELWOOD DRIVE ROCHESTER, NY 14618 3709 ESTATE NUMBER: 1913 ESTATE NAME: BILLIE BROADDUS WOOD EXECUTRIX: NATALIE FAULKNER 48 WESTMINSTER DRIVE CULLODEN, WV 25510 9654 All persons having claims against these estates whether due or not, are notified to exhibit the claims with legally verified vouchers, to the fiduciary of the deceased person, as named above with seventyfive days of the first publication of this notice or not later than July 8, 2014. If the claim is not exhibited to the fiduciary by that date, you must exhibit the claim at the office of the undersigned fiduciary supervisor at the address shown below within ninety days of the first publication of this notice or not later than July 23, 2014. If you fail to file, any or all claims may by law be excluded from all benefits of the estate. All beneficiaries of these estates may appear either before the fiduciary by the date first shown above or before the fiduciary supervisor by the date last shown to examine the claims and otherwise protect their respective interests. Subscribed and sworn to before me on the 18th day of April, 2014.
2t 4-24, 5-1 ps ___________________ NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE OF VALUABLE REAL ESTATE Pursuant to the authority vested in the undersigned by deed of trust dated the 29th day of December, 2006, signed by Brian G. McCoy and Jennifer A. McCoy, to William B. Summers, Trustee, which said deed of trust is of record in the Office of the Clerk of the County Commission of Putnam County, West Virginia, in Trust Deed Book 817 at page 113, said deed of trust having been rerecorded in Trust Deed Book 856 at page 842, and Golden & Amos, PLLC, Trustee having been requested so to do by the Secured Creditor, and default having been made under the terms and conditions of said deed of trust, and the provisions in said deed of trust concerning acceleration having been complied with by the Secured Creditor and present holder of the note, said Trustee will sell at public auction at 11:15 o'clock, a.m. on the 6TH DAY OF MAY 2014 at the front doors of the Courthouse in Putnam County in Winfield, West Virginia the following described real estate: All that certain lot, tract or parcel of land, together with the improvements thereon and the appurtenances thereunto belonging, situate in the Town of Hurricane, Putnam County, West Virginia, and being all of Lot No. 58, Section Two as the same is shown on a map entitled “Henderson Subdivision, Section Two, Hurricane, Curry District, Putnam County, West Virginia, Scale 1”=50’” made by Charles W. Strickland, Jr., PE NO. 4459, dated March 1973, and of record in the Office of the Clerk of the
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County Commission of Putnam County, West Virginia, in Deed Book 215 at page 109. This conveyance is made subject to those certain covenants and restrictions contained in certain deed from Ray Henderson and Eloise G. Henderson, his wife, to Charles H. Bright and Mary F. Bright, his wife, dated April 4, 1973, and of record in the aforesaid Clerk’s Office in Deed Book 196 at page 506. It is the intention of this notice to sell the secured property by proper description as was intended to be transferred and conveyed in the aforesaid deed of trust. The above described real estate is reported to have a mailing address of: 2608 Hayslette Avenue, Hurricane, West Virginia 25526 TERMS OF SALE: Cash in hand on day of sale or within 30 days of date of sale upon terms to be agreed upon between Trustee and successful bidder, time being of the essence; payment for unpaid real estate taxes to be assumed by the purchaser. The Trustee does not warrant title or fitness to this property; it is being purchased as is; this is a buyer beware sale and any buyer is advised to retain counsel before the sale. If there is any part of the process of sale which is found to be objectionable, the Trustee reserves the right to cancel the sale. No purchaser should take possession or make improvements in the premises until the Trustee deed is delivered or recorded. A third party purchaser at sale will be required to pay the purchase price plus all recording and transfer fees. Trustee at sale is under no duty to cause any existing tenant or person occupying the subject property to vacate said property. FEDERAL TAX LIEN: In the event that there
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Ariel, played by Michaela Ball, holds Autumn Long on her lap while Tristen Portz and Sydney Walker sit on the sand. Walker dressed as a mermaid for the event.
The Fairy Godmother welcomed Serinity Nance, Cheyenne Tackett and Ryleigh Maynard to the Princess Party on Saturday.
The Evil Queen, played by Tracy Haynes Kinder, pos- Cinderella, played by Chloe Grover, talks with Eden After posing for a photo Tinkerbell, played by Bethany Roush, sprinkles fairy dust es for a photo with Lakyn Trader before posing for a photo. The two-hour event at Valley Park drew numerous little princesses. on Autumn Rist and tells her may all of her wishes come true. Boyer and Anna Coffey.
The Fairy Godmother, played by Karen Haynes, arrived by horse and carriage to start the festivities.
Addison Meade tells Snow White about her magic necklace. Snow White was played by Lilliana Robinson.
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