Oct 2012

Oct. 31 10p  Doris Mae Johnson, age 81, see OBITUARY page

Oct. 31 9:30 p Rain started again at 3pm and continues as of this posting

Oct. 31    The rain has washed away most of the snow.  The Elk River is running brown and high. Snow melt and more rain could add another burden on emergency responders if flooding occurs.

Oct. 31 p Elk Power Co is  a wholesale customer of AEP. As of 7pm tonight, there are 88,000 AEP customers without juice. Add to that number all the wholesale customers around the state. It's going to be a while before this county's power is restored.

Oct. 31 p Some areas of the state are already receiving federal assistance. In Clayberry, we still haven't received checks for services performed during the June 29th Derecho storm. Without leadership, the Nation of Clay is sinking quick.

Oct. 31 2 pm   2pm There is now an emergency shelter open in Clay County.

Oct. 31 2pm Not the fire departments, not the EMS group, not  the County Commission, none of them. The Clay County Clerk's office opened the shelter this afternoon. They're working on some make shift meals and cots are available for overnighters. There's no reason to stay at home and freeze to death. Go to the shelter!!

Oct. 31 2pm An inch of so of snow is predicted for this afternoon and again tonight.

Oct. 31 2pm In crisis mode, in the way of leadership from the County Commission, we're getting none.

Oct. 31 2pm  After the Derecho and after the organizational meeting after it, the word was "We're way ahead of the game!"

Oct. 31 2pm Dysfunctional comes to mind.

Oct. 31 2pm There is NO communications in or out of Clayberry as of 2:30pm today. We'llpost as power and EXEDE DSL allows.

Oct. 31 p Noon:50  Clay County schools will remain closed Thursday the 1st.

Oct. 31 p By noon today more than half of the white stuff has vanished. All main roads and many side roads are clear. All that's left is downed power lines and broken limbs. The majority in this county are without electic, internet and telephones that will dial outside the county.

Oct. 31 p If you're trying to dial in to reach a loved one, forget it for now. We have local service only and that's patchy at best.

Oct. 31 p Clay County PSD's Bev says they still have wa wa in the Ivydyale storage tank but are unable to rent a big enough generator to power up the pumping station there.

Oct. 31 p Bev has also been in contact with AEP and Mon Power who report, maybe maybe maybe electric service will be restored this weekend

Oct. 31 p After the big Derecho in June, the county held a meeting with all the emergemcy service providers and those from outside the county. During the meeting, everything was suppose to be worked out or worked on. the biggest problem back during the summer was communications, staying in contact wit the right folks and sending supplies to the right place at the right time. Sure sounded like, during that meeting last summer, the military would be able to supply all the generators we could possibly need.

Oct. 31 p Today, four months later, communications is still the big problem.  No one can call in or out of the county. Sarah the school messenger does a good job of alerting parents, employees and families with kids. Last night Sarah was unable to call into this county.

Oct. 31 p

Oct. 31 a Even with another inch of snow predicamentated for today and tonight, it's a whole new ball game.

Oct. 31 a When we woke up today, the temp was well above freezing and the sky was not so gray. Wind was gone too

Oct. 31 a  The pavement is visible on side roads.

Oct. 31 a We still have major issues. Mon Power says to allow 7 more days to get power restored to all customers.  Downtown Clay remains in the dark. That usually means local provider, Elk Power is waiting on AEP to get their act together.

Oct. 31 a Clay Wa Wa plant is making the wet stuff via a big arss generator. The problem is getting their product to outlying storage tanks which do NOT have backup generators. Such is the case for the Northern end of the county for Clay County PSD which does not have portable generators in their inventory.

Oct. 31 a At 10am this morning, no snow coming down

Oct. 31a  The long wait begins for Clayonians

Oct. 30   7:15p   From the email bag: Gov. Tomblin said. "I urge all West Virginians to please be patient as we work to clear our roads and restore our utilities-our crews are working as quickly as possible." There are approximately 270,000 customers experiencing power outages. Throughout the state, a total of 26 shelters are open in Berkeley, Greenbrier, Jefferson, Kanawha, Monongalia, Morgan, Nicholas, Preston, Raleigh, Randolph, Upshur and Wyoming counties. FEMA is bringing in 700,000 meals and 1.4 million liters of water that will be distributed across the state.     We continue to coordinate our response efforts with local and federal officials. National Guard troops are working with county emergency offices. Community assessment teams are going door to door to check on state residents. West Virginians should call 911 if they have an emergency.

Oct. 30 7:30p   Snow continues. Roads are slick. 12 inches of snow on the ground and still coming.

Oct. 30 7:30p  For Maysel area residents, have you filled your bath tub with wa wa? Never know when that wittle bitty storage tank will run dry.

Oct. 30 p So how long till utilities are restored? No one knows but over at the Courthouse, they're trying to figure out how to have an election next week considering many of the polling places do not have portable generators. Gulp! 7 days? Double gulp!

Oct. 30 7:30 p  Have you checked on your neighbors? Have you brought the dog and cat in for the night? Have you swept off the TV receiver? Got plenty of beer? We're going to need it!

Oct. 30 7:30p  Update as long as the generator and satellite service hold up.

Oct. 30   6pm CLAY COUNTY SCHOOLS WILL BE CLOSED WED.

Oct. 30   5pm Snow continues at this time. Clayberry has on average 11 inches of white stuff

Oct. 30 5pm  Email from Gov:   presidential emergency declaration for the State of West Virginia has been granted. Much of the state is currently experiencing severe weather including high winds, flooding and blizzard-like conditions with power and water outages affecting many areas

Oct. 30 5pm  Around the county, cars in the ditch and the sound of chain saws as fallen limbs and trees are cleared. No DSL service for most of the county. Power on the Northern end only.

Oct. 30 5pm Around noon:30 today a car slid in the Elk River between Go Mart and downtown.  Cars still there people are OK  we think

Oct. 30 5pm Power was on in downtown Clay this morning but went off before 3pm.

Oct. 30 pm Sarah the school messenger is now texting information for those without landline

Oct. 30 p   Around 2:40pm, over the scanner, from Lizemore emergency service crew:  There's a tree on a house and we need help getting the patient out

Oct. 30 p  Around 3:08p, over the scanner,  Lady in town needs a shelter for tonight since her power went off. Reply: We don't have any

Oct. 30 p  Cell service went down around 3pm

Oct. 30 p  Top Badge was heard on the scanner saying that the only working 911 repeater was down and thought the battery back up didn't engage

Oct. 30 p Around 30 degrees at 5pm

Oct. 30 p Generator was in place at the Town's wa wa plant. Turned on mid afternoon. Bad news, the Maysel storage tank does NOT have generator back up. Translation: going to run dry. Word from wa wa operator Dwana Murphy: conserve

Oct. 30 p Roads are slicky as snot on a brass door knob

Oct. 30 p Cold, snowy, very slick roads, low communication level in county. We're in deep doo doo again

Oct. 30 pm Will post as long as Exede Satellite allows.

Oct. 30 If there's an event scheduled for this evening, I bet it ain't happening

Oct. 30  Posting during the storm will be sketchy at best

Oct. 30  11 am   From the Gov.:  Due to inclement weather affecting the entire state, only essential state employees are to report to work today, October 30.   Non-essential employees are encouraged to stay  off the roadways as our road crews continue their work.  Please contact your supervisor if you have any questions.

Oct. 30  Got some good news. O Gene King made it back into the County Monday afternoon and is now lodged at Laurel Nursing for rehab.

Oct. 30 a Schools are closed

Oct. 30 a Ridge tops have between 5 and 8 inches of snow

Oct. 30 a Downtown Clay, lower elevation, has very little snow and roads are nearly clear as of 10 am

Oct. 30 a Much of the county is without power, DSL, and tele

Oct. 30 a last night around 9:45, power was zapped off out Triplett Ridge and remains down

Oct. 30 a This is a heavy wet snow blanketing higher elevations

Oct. 30 a Main roads are drivable but with caution

Oct. 30 a The Communicator is delayed.

Oct. 30 a The radio station is down

Oct. 30 a Around 10:30 this morning the Heavy Duty Sheriff announced over the scanner that he was closing the Courthouse. Shortly thereafter there was a clarification since he's powerless to close ANY office other than his own......   Clarification from 701:    Some departments in the new Courthouse remain open including the County Clerk's office. If you want to vote early like over 400 have already done, you can.

Oct. 30 a Wed's public hearing on additional zoning has been canceled.

Oct. 30 a We're posting while on a generator and satellite internet service thru Exede

Oct. 30a Wind advisory for the county canceled as of 11 am

Oct. 30 a More posts as technology allows

Oct. 29 late p  Clay County Schools will be operating on a 2 hour delay Tuesday

Oct. 29 a Sleep in one and all. Horaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay!!!!

Oct. 29 p    4pm  Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin has declared a state of emergency. Gov. Tomblin, joined by West Virginia National Guard Adjutant General James A. Hoyer, will hold a press conference this afternoon to provide an update on the severe weather conditions West Virginians may encounter as well as preparations being made by the state.

 

Oct. 29 p  Norma Lee (Scott) Mullins, 62, of Procious, see OBITUARY page

Oct. 29 p FEMA reps are at  the Courthouse today and Tuesday for those wanting to apply for damages.

Oct. 29 p Nicholas County schools are closed due to snow.

Oct. 29 p How does a threat of a big storm play on Clayberry? By 2pm today, Go Mart Clay was out of gas

Oct. 29 p Batten down the hatches clickers

Oct. 29  8:30am   From the Pentagon:   There will be no activity buses running on Monday, Oct. 29, 2012; After School is canceled for Mon. Oct. 29, 2012

Oct. 29 a  Instead of FOX Entertainment, Clayonians are watching the Weather Channel. Everyone has been to the store where they purchased the obligatory two loaves of bread, 24 pack of pop (or beer), and three DVDs.

Oct. 29 a The rain is kind of slushy right now

Oct. 29 a One year ago today, Clayberry received its first snowfall of the year.

OCt 29 a If the power and DSL stays on, the Communicator will come out Tuesday afternoon. Email over your chatter and such ASAP.

Oct. 29 From the Weather Gang:    Statement as of 4:12 AM EDT on October 29, 2012;  Wind Advisory remains in effect from noon today to 5 PM EDT Tuesday...   winds... northwest 15 to 25 mph with gusts of 40 to 50

mph... especially on ridge tops.  Timing... winds will increase through the day Monday with the strongest winds occurring Monday night and early Tuesday ;  impacts... some tree limbs or branches may fall. Power fluctuations or outages are also possible... being most likely in the higher gusts. Winds this strong can also make driving
difficult... especially for high profile vehicles.  A Wind Advisory means that sustained winds of 31 to 39 mph
expected or gusts of 45 to 57 mph. Winds this strong can make

Oct. 29 a  One bus driver reported snow on Widen Ridge this morning at 6:30 am.

Oct. 29 a Power outages already reported early this morning in t he Southern end of the county

Oct. 29 a Not related to the Frankenstorm expected to riddle the are Tuesday, telephone service went down in the Ivydale section for the Northern end of the county all weekend long

Oct. 29 a How about some good news

Oct. 29 a  O Gene King went in the hospital Apple Saturday morning in real bad shape. Rehab began in the Tygart Valley Nursing Home

Oct. 29 a  Word has it that Gene will be coming to close to home , Laurel Nursing as early as today.

Oct. 29 a Progress is good with O Gene able tog et around on his own but still weak and in need of oxygen much of the time.

Oct. 29 a FYI: the cards and letters were much appreciated

Oct. 29 a Check back for update later this morning

Oct. 27 a  It's time to vote. You never know what Mother Nature may throw at us. The Courthouse is open today for early voting. Over 300 have already cast their vote/ Don't forget to turn the ballot over and mark your vote on whether Sheriffs' should be allowed to stay in office for additional concurrent terms.

Oct. 27 a Clayberry is a buzz. Weathercasters have us hyped up big time. They're telling us there's a 50 percent chance of an inch or so of snow coming as early as Monday. We only hear the S word part of the broadcast.

Oct. 27 a This election year even the Gov is getting into frenzy with:   Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin today encouraged West Virginians to prepare for potential severe weather conditions associated with Hurricane Sandy. The National Weather Service is forecasting that Hurricane Sandy will continue to move up the East Coast and inland over the next week.   Although there is some uncertainty with the storm's final path, current forecasts predict rain, snow and strong winds could move into the state. The north central part of the state, the panhandles and the higher elevations are currently expected to be affected the most

Oct. 27 a  Remember, right now, there's just a 50% chance of ANY snow

Oct. 27 a By beating Calhoun High last night, the Panthers are one step closer to playoff games. After going 27 games without a win under the old leadership, it's been years since we had a winning season! We've got one now.

Oct. 27 a   The Panthers have to beat Tug Valley down in Willamson on the Nov 2nd to make the playoffs.

Oct. 27 a  With Tug Valley 3 hours away and bad weather a real possiblitiy, the local non profit radio station wants to air the match up. To cover gas, a meal for the sportscatsers, and possible broadcast royalties, it's going to take some  $$$ to make it happen

Oct. 27 a  If you can help, get ahold of 101.7FM

Oct. 27 a  IF IF IF IF they beat Tug Valley, there will be another begging campaign to air the play off action. Be warned.

Oct. 26 a With the potential of a big arss wind storm whipping thru the county this weekend, a couple important notes. Wind damage, power outages, roads closed a real threat... it's time to vote. Don't take a chance clickers, VOTE VOTE VOTE!

Oct. 26 a Early voting is in progress at the Courthouse. In addition to a say in runs the place, there is a vote to change the West Virginia Constitution.

Oct. 26 a Since the beginning of time, Sheriff's have been restricted to just two terms in office. With the Top Badge in each county having control of the purse strings and record keeping, the idea has been, get rid of the person after two terms in office to make sure there isn't any hanky panky hid in the books.

Oct. 26 a Now there is an initiative to allow the rascals to run for office after their two terms are up.

Oct. 26 a Just thank what it would be like to have our current Sheriff in office for more than two terms.

Oct. 26 a  You have a choice to leave the constitution as it has been for 150 years or allow the rascals free reign for as long as they want to sit behind the desk.

Oct. 26 a Also this morning...

Oct. 26 a This is Steve Ware's first season as Head Coach at Clay High. After years of losing game after game, under new management, we have a break even season and the foundation for a good program. Right now we're ranked 16th in our division.

Oct. 26 a Tonight the Panthers take on Calhoun County over at Schoonover / Bradley Field. If we win tonight and the last game of the season next week, we're heading into the  playoffs.

Oct. 26 a That will be a first for CHS in many many years. Come out and support the home team in this come back season.  Go Panthers!

Oct. 26 a 101.7 FM is sportscasting the match up beginning with a pregame show with TG Griffith and Scott Gibson at 7:20pm. Anybody with a high speed internet connection can listen. Walk over to the wyap.com web site and make the connection

Oct. 25 a First some notes

Oct. 25 a Gene King has been laid up since Sept 22nd. First CAMC followed by rehab time in a nursing home. He's making it but it will take some time

Oct. 25 a Sure would be nice if O Gene received some get well soon cards. His mailing address is: Tygart Center c/o Oral Gene King 1539 Country Club Road, Fairmont WV 26554

Oct. 25 a Today at 1pm the BDA Tourism group is meeting with State folks to get a handle on what can be done with all the trash, junk, dilapidated buildings, and other ugly in the county.

Oct. 25 a  Tonight at 6pm in the new Courthouse, area artists and people with an interest are encouraged to attend a meeting to organize some kind of group to promote and grow their talents in and around Clayberry. Be there or be square

Oct. 25 a  Early voting is now in progress. 100 Clayonians marked their ballots yesterday. While take a chance on bring ill or a big snow storm keeping you from doing something important. You can vote now in the County Clerk's office. They're open Saturday too

Oct. 25 a We've got some news!

Oct. 25 a Yesterday the CCC met. Around  10 or so were in the peanut gallery as they voted unanimously in support newly toughened up flood plain ordinance (zoning) laws. Note 1: it takes two votes of Larry Darryl and Darryl to make it official. That came after Commissioner Pierson admitted he didn't understand the law and Queen Smiley agreeing with Pierson. Note 2: During Monday's Town Council meeting, Mr Pierson, in attendance, told that group he hadn't read the thang.

Oct. 25 a During the vote, questions were answered.

Oct. 25 a One lady who lives in a flood prone area and had read the ordinance, asked a bunch of questions.

Oct. 25 a  Two of her concerns centered on the Govt forcing homeowners out of their homes if they don't comply with the tougher law and raising foundations two feet above the new flood plain ordinance mandate

Oct. 25 a  Linky Poo told the lady, he too had concerns, had made phone calls, and and and, those provisions would be removed from the proposed mandate.

Oct. 25 a He went on to say that the state requires a "minimal" flood plain ordinance be on the books. Minimal is the key word readers. Turns out that's there may be a bunch of stuff in the proposed law that are way beyond the minimum required by law.

Oct. 25 a Turns out that the existing flood plain ordinance that's been on the book for decades may be way beyond the required minimums.

Oct. 25 a Maybe the part about sending people to jail if they don't comply may not need to be in there. Maybe the part about hiring a costly engineer to determine if you're in the flood plain may not have to be in there. Maybe ALL the outragious stuff doesn't need to be in there

Oct. 25 a The public hearing on zoning is next Wed at 1pm at the new Courthouse

Oct. 25 a From the State Journal: Unemployment rates fell in 36 of West Virginia's 55 counties in September. WorkForce West Virginia said Friday that 11 counties reported jobless rate increases, while rates were unchanged in eight counties.   Jefferson and Monongalia counties tied for the lowest rate in the state at 5 percent. Clay County's 13.0 percent rate was the highest....

Oct. 25 a We've made it to the bottom again

Oct. 25 a Lots of fibs were passed around during this week's Prez debate on the boob tube. Mutt Romney promoted tons of new regs under the Obama De Bama administration. Turns out, the most up-to-date figures show about 8.5 percent fewer regulations in Obama’s first 46 months than in the same time frame for Bush. That tally comes from the Office of Management and Budget.. Here tis, read for yourself.

Oct. 25 a  There was also the part about De Bama having his pension funds oversees with investments in China. Turns out that's sort of true. Read here for the real truth.

Oct. 25 a And finally, the part about Mutt willing to let automakers go bankrupct, Kaput. There's more to the story than NY Times headlines.

Oct. 24 p  James Madison Gill, 73, of Procious, see OBITUARY page

Oct. 23 late p  County Commission meets Wed morning at 10 am. One of the agenda items is to vote on the new and tougher zoning ordinance (AKA Flood Plain Ordinance). The plan is to vote then hold a public hearing next Wednesday afternoon when those with day jobs can't attend, followed by the final vote to take away land owner rights.

Oct. 23 late p Other government officials have told us for the last dozen years, the Clay Wa Wa Plant is ready to fall apart and you have to build a new one. The most recent contractor bailed out on the construction project over two years ago and the project has been on hold since then.

Oct. 23 late p Last month, Town Council rebid the project.

Oct. 23 late p Only one problem, the low bidder requires almost a million more dollars than the town has to spend. That's almost $1m more and that's other funds were secured after the original contractor bailed out.

Oct. 23 late p Sure sounds like they're going to spend around $9m on a new plant that does the same exact thing the existing one has been doing well for 50 years.

Oct. 23 late p

Oct. 23 p Steve Ware is in his first year as CHS Head Coach. For the first time in years, a bunch of kids came out for the team. With a 50/50 season under their belts, it's been the best football season in many years.

Oct. 23 p If, and it's a big IF, the team beats Calhoun County this week and Tug Valley next, we're heading to the first round of playoff action!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Oct. 23 p Calhoun is certainly doable. Tug Valley may be a bigger challenge but wouldn't it be grand, if the new and improved Panthers would make it to playoff action.

Oct. 23 p Go Panthers

Oct. 23 p Clayberry was residents were turned down FEMA emergency assistance after the June 29th derecho storm wiped many of us out for over two weeks.

Oct. 23 p After some begging and stomping of feet, this from the Gov.:    16 additional counties will receive Individual Assistance as part of the federal disaster declaration granted in July. Last week, Gov. Tomblin requested FEMA amend the previously issued federal declaration to include individual assistance to help West Virginians recover from the June 29th storm.     ....   Individuals and businesses in Boone, Cabell, Clay, Greenbrier, Jackson, Lincoln, Mason, McDowell, Mercer, Mingo, Monroe, Pocahontas, Roane, Tyler, Webster and Wood counties are now eligible for individual assistance from FEMA. Last month, FEMA granted individual assistance in Fayette, Kanawha, Nicholas, and Raleigh counties after the governor made an appeal.

Oct. 23 p  Today’s announcement brings the total number of counties receiving individual assistance to 20. West Virginians needing assistance in these counties are encouraged to register with FEMA by calling 1-800-621-FEMA or visiting www.FEMA.gov. The deadline to apply for assistance is November 19, 2012.

Oct. 23 p Most FEMA dollars go to emergency service providers but why not give it a shot and see if you can get some federal dollars in your pockets.

Oct. 23 p Better late than never!

Oct. 23 early early update  Monday evening Town Council held a special meeting. There, Recorder Dwana Murphy told the assembled that Council had to vote in a new flood plain ordinance or the world would end. She said that there were only five changes to be made from the old ordinance already on the books for many years. She didn't know or at least say anything about the addition of jail time for those refusing to comply with  the new zoning ordinance if put on the books.

Oct. 23 early early a   Get this clickers, after much discussion and with Council persons Josh Shamblin and Denise Holcomb both saying they didn't understand the new ordinance, Council with the support of the Mayor scuttled (tabled) the vote to implement the new zoning plan for the municipality.

Oct. 23 early early a     Here's what was happening. Under the guidance of Charleston big Suits, Murphy had her blinders on and was being lead around by the nose.    That  Council was being pulled on the fast track to get the first vote on the books, followed by the public hearing next Wed (Oct. 31st, 1 pm) and then just as quickly, convene and make the second reading of the ordinance and get it into law for ever more.

Oct. 23 Our elected to office Council and the Mayor did NOT succumb to the hurry up and do it right mentality from the Charleston gang.

Oct. 23 The Gold Dome in Charleston has an online tool which allows us to look  at up to date flood plain maps.

Oct. 23  early a   Just walk over to the West Virginia Flood Tool portal.

Oct. 23 earl a  In the middle of the home page window is a big red block reading LAUNCH TOOL. Push it.  If you don't have the most current version "flash player" , a little window pops up and you can download right there. Now you're ready to view some of the best maps of the county available.

Oct. 23 early a Once you get the clay county map on your screen, go to the top of that page and type in an address. Also  under the "VIEW: tab, click the "EXPERT" button.

Oct. 23 a you're almost there, one more step. In the LAYERS tab click the base map button followed by check marking the BING imagery spot.

Oct. 23 For those that think you ain't getting flooded and this new law won't affect you, be sure to double check that homepage again. In big letters, it's very plain , they write "WHEN IN DOUBT, IT'S NOT OUT!

Oct. 23 early a An update on the Monday post.

Oct. 23 early a Yesterday we provided a section of the new zoning law that seemed to say, if passed the government can toss you from your abode until you get the place in compliance.

Oct. 23 early a A smarter than us emailer provided: The operative word in this ordinance is "hereafter", denoting that existing entities are 'grandfathered', or in other words, unaffected by the new ruling.

Oct. 23 early a That makes sense and we stand corrected.

Oct. 23 early a  When passed, the government can NOT automatically remove you from your house. They can only do that when you want to make a repair, make an addition, or other improvement to your place or business.

Oct. 23 early a We can all sleep a little better now

Oct. 23 early a  Lots more coming once we get some sleep.

Oct. 22 p Shida Jamie was the Clay County Socialite for decades. She ain't no more.

Oct. 22 p  Someone just emailed this Shida Jamie update from the US Attorney's office in Charleston:   United States Attorney Booth Goodwin today announced the details of a civil settlement among his office, Shida Jamie and her business, Golden Heart In Home Care, LLC.  Between October of 2006 and April of 2010, Jamie and Golden Heart were engaged in a business that provided in-home care services to the elderly and disabled under two West Virginia Medicaid programs.  Jamie pleaded guilty last week to criminal charges involving the falsification of documents to hide various violations of the Medicaid programs.

    U.S. Attorney Goodwin said, “The civil and criminal resolutions in this case not only hold Jamie and Golden Heart accountable for their crimes, but also make the victim programs whole and ensure that moving forward, neither Jamie nor Golden Heart will be able to take advantage of any federal health care program or any vulnerable citizen who is to be protected and served under such a program.”
Goodwin continued, “I feel strongly that no one should be permitted to benefit from defrauding the United States and that anyone who has benefitted must be divested of the proceeds of the fraud.  This resolution satisfies both of these goals.”
    In addition to the criminal charges, the United States filed three civil cases against Jamie and Golden Heart to recover losses associated with the fraud against Medicaid, to freeze assets to preserve them for restitution, and to forfeit assets derived from the proceeds of the fraud.  The civil settlement resolves all three civil actions by recovering all known assets of Jamie and Golden Heart which represent proceeds of the fraud.  The money derived from the settlement will be used to make restitution to Medicaid for the losses it sustained from Jamie and Golden Heart’s fraudulent conduct.

Oct. 22 a After a beautiful weekend, the next few days are predicamentated to be equally gorgeous.

Oct. 22 a This afternoon there's a couple interesting gatherings planned

Oct. 22 a Forever almost, the Business Development Authority (BDA) has been accused of doing little and mindlessly wondering without direction. Tonight at 6pm the BDA is requesting the public to attend a forum in the County Commission room.

Oct. 22 a The purpose of the gathering is to receive public input on what direction the BDA should go in 2013. Here's your chance clickers to provide suggestions.

Oct. 22 a Also this afternoon, at 5pm is  special Town Council meeting. Not sure what's up but a special meeting can be called when something requires immediate attention, something that can't wait until a regular monthly meeting is held.

Oct. 22 a Sure sounds interesting

Oct. 22 a Hey, West Virginia is not one of the worst states to call home according to a recent AARP poll. The ten worst are as follows:  10. Wisconsin  9. New York  8. Washington   7. Rhode Island  6. Maryland   5. Alaska  4. Connecticut  3. Massachusetts  2. Michigan   1. Maine

Oct. 22 a As for the best places to live according to that same AARP poll:   10. Kansas  9. Tennessee  8. South Dakota  7. Mississippi  6. Virginia  5. Louisiana  4. Iowa  3. Oklahoma  2. Kentucky   1. Texas

Oct. 22 a On both of the above polls, 1 is the worst position to hold.

Oct. 22 a The weekend was full of good stuff to do. In every case, it was volunteers that made the difference with the events.

Oct. 22 a If we're waiting on elected officials to make a difference here, don't hold your ....

Oct. 22 a The lead story in the latest Communicator is  next week's County Commission hearing on zoning for the county. When implemented, zoning allows the government additional power to regulate what you can and can't do on your property.

Oct. 22 a  In 2007 the CCC tried to vote in zoning for the county. 300+ showed up during each hearing and made it clear, we don't want zoning. Back then the elected up front said we have to do this, we're being forced to accept zoning.

Oct. 22 a That was five years ago and we're still here minus the government curtailment of personal rights.

Oct. 22 a In an attempt to fire you up a little and attend the Oct. 31at meeting at the Courthouse, this:  Let's say you have lived near a creek or river all your life. Ditto for your parents and grand parents.

Oct. 22 a     Section 7.8 Certificate of Compliance: A. In areas of flood hazard it shall be unlawful to occupy, or to permit the use or occupancy, of any building or premises, or both, or part thereof hereafter created, erected, installed, changed, converted or wholly or partly altered or enlarged in its use or structure until a certificate of compliance has been issued by the Local Floodplain Administrator stating that the building or land conforms to the requirements of this local law. Occupying or using a building or premises in violation of this section shall subject the violator to the penalties described in Section 8.3 of this local law."

Oct. 22 a  We're not lawyers but it sure sounds like, if the new flood plain ordinance (zoning) passes, the government can force you to move out of your home until the place complies with the zoning ordinance.

Oct. 22 a On the penalties part of that above quote... the penalty can include jail time. Gulp!

Oct. 22 a If you want to read the 33 page document, head over to the County Clerk's office and take a gander.

Oct. 19 p  William E. Lanham (Bill Traub), 67, see OBITUARY page

Oct. 19 p Sometimes we drop the ball. Happened this week when  we neglected to post the Frank Massey Fundraiser Dinner at Big Otter Fire Dept on the 20th, Saturday beginning at 1:30 followed by Bingo starting at 5pm

Oct. 19 p Let's see, the Cancer Awareness Walk followed by a trout stocking in Buffalo Creek, a big turkey dinner at BOFD and then Bingo. Sounds like a great way to spend a Saturday in Clayberry

Oct. 19 p   Tonight the CHS Panthers put it all over Ravenswood 33 to 7. Great !!

Oct. 19 a Thursday afternoon many sections of the county witnesses hail banging into roofs and bald heads.

Oct. 19 a Suppose to be rainy today but at 8am this morning, the sun's out and birds are chirping. Lovely way to start the final day of the work week.

Oct. 19 a Ravenswood high school has always offered top football teams and competition. Tonight the CHS Panthers take on Ravenswood. Our metal will be tested during the home field match up. Go Panthers!!

Oct. 19 a Non profit 101.7FM will be airing the game beginning with a pregame show at 7:25 or so.

Oct. 19 a  For leaf peepers, now's the time to come see our beautiful colors.

Oct. 19 a We've got a heck of a weekend coming our way. Everything from a trout stocking, to haunted hay ride and a cancer awareness walk. Check the EVENTS page for more.

Oct. 19 a Note: in years past, that walk has been held in downtown Clay. This year, the event is being held at Clay County Park.

Oct. 18 a  Diane Elizabeth Taylor Bays, 52, see OBITUARY page

Oct. 18 a Clay County has one of the few independent FM radio stations in the state and nation actually. The non profit source of news and commentary struggles to make ends meet and provide a one of a kind service to the residents of Clayberry.

Oct. 18 a Tonight Fred Sampson's Roundtable discussion group show returns to the airwaves at 6pm. Scheduled guests this fall include several seeking public office and locals.

Oct. 18 a For those making travel plans, Clayberry Fall colors are just about at their peek right now. Come see the Great Nation of Clay now. Very nice!

Oct. 17 p When our Sheriff came to office 7 years and 10 months ago, he said he was going to knock down the meth problem here. That hasn't happened and now the problem has switched to over the counter abuses and Rx drug use.

Oct. 17 p   Thursday evening at 5pm over at CHS, a public forum is being held on out of control drug use. Time to educated clickers.

Oct. 17 p Ever wonder how to clean and fix a punkin? Here's some answers

Oct. 17 p Thinking of fall crops? Take a look over here.

Oct. 17 op And here's a look at frost dates across the nation

Oct. 17 p With an election just around the corner, here's something. Of of every five voters in West Virginia is registered as something other than a Demorat or Republicrat and that number is growing.

Oct. 17 a 52% of registered West Virginia are listed as Demorats. That percentage has been shrinking for the last 20 years.

Oct. 17 a  Against the good judgment of many, the school system built Big Otter Elem on a clay bench on the side of a mountain a few years back. All kinds of problems surfaced before during and after the build.

Oct. 17 a Not even mentioning the HVAC unit installed backwards and the place getting renamed Big Odor for the smell of poop so bad the place had to be shut down for several days, problems are back again.

Oct. 17 a   During the most recent Sch Board meeting, the group voted to spend another $15,000 of local moneys to redo a drainage ditch that was poorly done during the build. Without the costly fix, there is a real danger that the parking area will wash over the side of the hill. The original construction change on the ditch was made to save $$$ and time.

Oct. 17 a The Sch Board hired a guy to watch over the build and protect their (ours too) project from getting short changed. His title was Clerk of the Works

Oct. 17 a We changed the title to Cluck of the Works. The guy's name is Jerry Linkinoooooooger who is now at the helm of The Great Nation of Clay serving as County Commission Prez. Linky , as we call him, is now in charge of building the new Judicial annex / 911 Center beside the Courthouse

Oct. 17 a  Read all the School Board news in the latest Communicator.

Oct. 17 a Our lead story covers a draft proposal for a new Flood Plain Ordinance which amounts to bringing zoning into the county in a  big way.

Oct. 17 a Word seeped out that the CCC planned to re-try zoning laws back in the Spring. As soon as people got wind of the plans, it was all hushed up until after the Spring Primary election.

Oct. 17 a Without a Republicrat challenger for Linky in Nov and with taxpayer attention elsewhere, now's the time to sneak  zoning on the books. See EVENTS page for the location and date of the Flood Plain Ordinance (Zoning) public forum.

Oct. 17 a Read The Communicator for the scoop.

Oct. 16 p The Communicator, all 24 pages of it, is now on newstands in four counties. So important is getting the word out, Federal Government workers are now busy bringing the voice in the wilderness to your front door.

Oct. 16 p The Gov's wife is coming to Clayberry Wed afternoon for a quicky run thru during the lead up to the Nov 6th election. She will be at Clay Elem briefly reading to the rug rats followed by a 3pm walk thru at the Clay County Courthouse.

Oct. 15 p  Ellen Arlene O’Dell Cobb, 76, of Maysel, see OBITUARY page

Oct. 15 p  Jackie Ray Coleman, 65 of Bomont, see OBITUARY page

Oct. 15 p For those planning to sit thru the Brent Boggs trial beginning Tuesday morning, it ain't happening.

Oct. 15 p This afternoon Brent Boggs took a Kennedy plea meaning he didn't have to confess to anything. He is now guilty of hiring  a person to kill his business partner.

Oct. 15 p Full details on that and a whole bunch more in Tuesday's Communicator. 70 cents and worth every penny and more!

Oct. 15a If a cow laughed real hard, would milk come out of her mouth?

Oct. 15 a The School Board is suppose to meet the first and third Monday of each month beginning at 6pm

Oct. 15 a They're also suppose to post meeting agendas three business days in advance of the meeting. As of this morning, they're web site is without the mandatory agenda

Oct. 15 a Nothing new about the Pentagon keeping the taxpayer in the dark

Oct. 15 a If nothing sticks to Teflon, how to they make it stick to the pan?

Oct. 15 a The CHS Panthers had a big, hard fought win over Sissonville Friday night. No winning season yet but they're working on it.

Oct. 15 a Why is it when you ship something by car, it's called a shipment but when you transport something by ship, it's called cargo?

Oct. 15 a Here we are in the middle of Oct. and our Fall colors have yet to peek. That may be the case this coming weekend just in time for the fall stocking of Buffalo Creek. Great time to bring the family to Clayberry and enjoy both. See EVENTS page for all the happenings in the Great Nation of Clay.

Oct. 15 a  Communicator comes out Tuesday afternoon. Email over your chatters, classifieds, and such before 5pm.

Oct. 12 a  The CHS Panthers are back in home field action tonight at 7:30 when they take on Sissonville. With good weather expected, a great time to come out and support the home team.

Oct. 12 a 101.7FM will be providing play by play and color beginning around 7:25pm. For those that live to far away to attend, you can listen in anywhere there's an internet connection. Just walk over to their website and click the listen online button.

Oct. 12 a Yesterday was 10-11-12

Oct. 12 a  From the mail bag:   An elderly couple was having dinner one evening when the husband reached across the table, took his wife's hand in his and said, "Martha, soon we will be married 50 years, and there's something I have to know. In all of these 50 years, have you ever been unfaithful to me?      Martha replied, "Well Henry, I have to be honest with you. “Yes, I've been unfaithful to you three times during these 50 years, but always for a good reason."    Henry was obviously hurt by his wife's confession, but said, "I never suspected.  Can you tell me what you mean by 'good reasons?'"        Martha replied, "The first time was shortly after we were married, and we were about to lose our little house because we couldn't pay the mortgage. Do you remember that one evening I went to see the banker and the next day he notified you that the loan would be extended?" Henry recalled the visit to the banker and said, "I can forgive you for that. You saved our home, but what about the second time"      Martha asked, "And do you remember when you were so sick, but we didn't have the money to pay for the heart surgery you needed? Well, I went to see your doctor one night and, if you recall, he did the surgery at no charge." I recall that," said Henry. "And you did it to save my life, so of course I can forgive you for that.       Now tell me about the third time."     "All right," Martha said. "So, do you remember when you ran for president of your golf club, and you needed 73 more votes…?"

 

Oct. 11 p County Commission convened a short meeting Wed morning. The meat of the meeting was  a presentation from Appalachian Electric Power (AEP) rep T J Meadows who spoke on the June 29th storm that wiped out the region for over two weeks.

Oct. 11 p  From Mr Meadows: AEP had no notice such a big storm was heading our direction; There were actually three storms (July 1st, July 5th, and July 8th); total outage was 573,000.

Oct. 11 p Also: 1500 poles had to be replaced, 100 substations went down, 100 different lines hit the ground, 95% of the customers were back in service in 9 days, and cost for the storm added up to over $95m with around $55m of that in West Virginia.

Oct. 11 p Pierson and Linky engaged the guy on various shortcomings in a general way. Emergency Services Director Greg Fitzwater asked direct, specific, spot on, questions which exposed many organizational problems in the AEP system.

Oct. 11 p While Link was lounging in his pool and Pierson was working around his abode, it was Fitz that was on the job, saw, and tried to correct AEP shortcomings first hand.

Oct. 11 p Commissioner Tucker occupied the third chair up front but added little

Oct. 11 p Last CCC meeting in Sept.  brought out the Top Badge seeking more $$$ for his budget. At that time, and the time too, the Sheriff sought additional $$$.

Oct. 11 p On the 10th, two Black Shirts were in attendance but there was no discussion on the earlier requests.

Oct. 11 p Full details in Tuesday's Communicator.

Oct. 11 p Friday is the last day to sign up to decorate a utility pole. See ADVISORY page

Oct. 11 p A few years back the CCC had on their agenda to pass and implement zoning laws for the county. Back then a suit from Charleston told us, unless zoning (Flood Plain Ordinance) is implemented, the world will end, not another trailer can be moved into the county, and all your children will have five eyes.

Oct. 11p After 2 public meetings with around 300 in attendance each time,  Kookla Fran and Ollie voted down the attempt to limit property owner rights and increase taxes and fees..

Oct. 11 p FYI: Did you know the sitting CCC is once again entertaining the notion to restrict property owner rights.  The brand new Flood Plain Ordinance is available for viewing in the County Clerk's office now.

Oct. 11 p A public hearing is set for the last week in Oct. to hear from taxpayers. The 1pm meeting will limit working class people from attendance BUT for our own sake, it may be worth taking a day off work to let em know what your think.

Oct. 11 p One week ago tonight Mutt Romney told Obama De Bama that he didn't know there were any tax breaks for companies that ship jobs across the pond. Well, there are, and here's a link to provide the facts.

Oct. 11 p  Also from one week ago, Mutt told the world another big one. Five times during that debate, he said Obama De provided $90 billion in green energy tax breaks. Of course that was an attempt to sway those in the coal industry to his bench.

Oct. 11 p For those that think FOX entertainment is news ( it ain't), you might want to check out the facts.

.

Oct. 11 a  Back in July, the ace cub reporter was so frustrated  with Frontier DSL speeds , he switched to a satellite service called Exede.

Oct. 11 a Had a lady ask about internet speeds using Exede Satellite service. The most current speed tests are now posted over on the ADVISORY page.

Oct. 10 a Whether you believe it or not, or care, government intrusion into our lives, homes. thinking , well, it's a serious threat to our Republic. Some of us are often deemed paranoids for raising those concerns.

Oct. 10 a Sure seems like we should be able to talk on the landline, cell phone, get on the internet , etc without the Feds monitoring us.

Oct. 10 a  Made public by some hard charging journalists, that's exactly what's happening. Without any reason of thought we're up to something bad, the Feds are monitoring our communications without any kind of warrant.

Oct. 10 a Yesterday, the Biggest Robes in Washington let stand a policy that allows nosey officials to look and listen to any and all communications.

Oct. 10 a   The US Supreme Court let stand Tuesday an immunity law on wiretapping viewed by government as a useful anti-terror tool but criticized by rights activists as a flagrant abuse of executive power.

Oct. 10 a  For your edification:   In George Washington's days, there were no cameras. Ones image was either sculpted or painted. Some paintings of George Washington showed him  standing behind a desk with one arm behind his back while others showed both legs and both arms. Prices charged by painters were not based on how many people were to be painted, but by how many limbs were to be painted. Arms and legs are 'limbs,' therefore painting them would cost the buyer more. Hence the expression, 'Okay, but it'll cost you an arm and a leg. (Artists know hands and arms are more difficult to paint)

Oct. 9 late p  County Commission meets the second and fourth Wed of each month. With an upcoming vote on zoning in the county, might be a good time to sit in on a somewhat public meeting

Oct. 9 late p Someone was asking about early voting. Sec of State's web site says early voting gets under way 13 days before the General Election, Nov 6th.

Oct. 9 late p Sounds like Oct. 24th is the day many of us will start marking ballots.

Oct. 9 late Although there are no local contests to decide, statewide and Presidential will be decided.

Oct. 9 late p Thinking about the Presidential and VP choices, this: Protestants no longer make up the majority of the US population, while the proportion of Americans who claim no religious affiliation is at an all-time high, the Pew Research Center said Tuesday.

Oct. 9 late p At local taverns, pubs, and bars, people drank from pint and quart-sized containers. A bar maid's job was to keep an eye on the customers and keep the drinks coming. She had to pay close attention and remember who was drinking in 'pints' and who was drinking in 'quarts,' hence the phrase 'minding your 'P's and Q's'.

Oct. 9 late p Personal hygiene left much room for improvement.. As a result, many women and men had developed acne scars by adulthood. The women would spread bee's wax over their facial skin to smooth out their complexions. When they were speaking to each other, if a woman began to stare at another woman's face she was told, 'mind your own bee's wax.' Should the woman smile, the wax would crack, hence the term 'crack a smile'. In addition, when they sat too close to the fire, the wax would melt . ... . Therefore, the expression 'losing face.'

 

Oct. 9 am  At 11:45am, looks like the sun is making its way thru the clouds.

Oct. 9 am Ever been in an area that's alive with ideas? Those places look and feel different. Those same places often attract tourism dollars hand over fist.

Oct. 9 a The BIG committee has come up with an idea to add a little color and fun to downtown Clay. The project is to decorate Leonard poles with a scare crow theme. Ever hear of such an idea? We haven't either.

Oct. 9 a That's what happens when fresh blood comes on board the BDA, someone that hasn't been beat down by the naysayers and deadbeat " Nothing will ever come to Clay" mindset.

Oct. 9 a  Details now posted on the ADVISORY page.

Oct. 9 a    The most popular first name in the world is Muhammad.

Oct. 9 a Sound doesn't travel in space.

Oct. 9 a The height of Mount Everest is 5.498 miles

Oct. 8 late  We goofed. The name for the new business housed in the old State Road garage is Mountaineer Liquidators.

Oct. 8 late p Liquidators,  Liquidators, Liquidators!

Oct. 8 late p  The worlds oldest piece of chewing gum is over 9000 years old

Oct. 8 late p  Approximately one-sixth of your life is spent on Wednesdays.

Oct. 8 late p   The Nobel Peace Prize medal depicts 3 naked men with their hands on each others shoulders.

Oct. 8 late p  Fortune cookies were actually invented in America, not China

Oct. 8 late p  The cigarette lighter was invented before the match.

Oct. 8 late p  The Pentagon, in Arlington, Virginia, has twice as many bathrooms as is necessary. When it was built in the 1940s, the state of Virginia still had segregation laws requiring separate toilet facilities for blacks and whites.

Oct. 8 late p # The cruise liner, Queen Elizabeth II, moves only six inches for each gallon of diesel that it burns.

Oct. 8 late p  The chances of you dying on the way to get your lottery tickets is greater than your chances of winning.

Oct. 8 a On this gloomy gray Monday morning...

Oct. 8 a   The Saturday night Tent Revival was in full swing. The preacher announced, "Anyone who has troubles and needs our help and our prayers, please come forward to the altar." Leroy Brown got in line. A few minutes later it was his turn. "Leroy," the preacher said. "What do you want me to pray for?" "Reverend," Leroy replied, "I need you to pray for help with my hearing." The preacher put one finger in Leroy's ear, placed his other hand on top of Leroy's head and prayed and prayed. After a few minutes, the preacher removed his hands, stood back and asked, "Leroy, how is your hearing now?" "I don't know, Reverend," Leroy said, "My hearing ain't 'til next Wednesday."

Oct. 8 a Saturday was the big memorial run / ride fundraiser. Considering the cold temps and rain until 11:15am, the turn out was great.  $3500 was raised for the youth in County Clay.

Oct. 8 a We did notice the complete absence of Green Shirts before, during, and after the event.

Oct. 8 a There's a bunch of naysayers in these parts. Often is heard, no one has any money or  no one will come out for an event, meeting, etc.

Oct. 8 a With a good turn out and money flowing, the new center housed in the State Road garage dispels those old myths.  For those interested in the new auction held Saturday afternoon.. you don't have to wait for a good deal.  Mountaineer Distributing at Two Run is open weekdays. Plenty of parking too

Oct. 6 late p Madeline Fern (Holcomb) Lane, 83, of Bickmore,  see OBITUARY page

Oct. 5 late p Hot Diggity Dog  The CHS PAnther beat Midland Trail tonight, 35 to 7

Oct. 5 late   Now to less important news, the Presidential Debate on who can fib the most and get by with it

Oct. 5 late p  Lets see now.  Romney said OBama De Bama provided $90 m to green energy companies in one year. Well, not true

Oct. 5 late p The part about De Bama growing the deficit. Truth is, the deficit is done just a tad.

Oct. 5 late p And then there was the part about Roney's mystery health care plan and covering pre-existing conditions. Not so say the experts.

Oct. 5 late p  And then there was the lines  Right now, the (Congressional Budget Office) says up to 20 million people will lose their insurance as Obamacare goes into effect next year." Well , that really ain't true.

Oct. 5 late p  Of course Mr De Bama provided a few stinkers too

Oct. 5late p Like the one about 50m would lose coverage if ObamaCare is axed by Romney. That a big fat lie too.

Oct. 5 late p  Next debate, we'd be better off reading a book

Oct. 5 a 51 chilly degrees this Friday morning as we head into the weekend.

Oct. 5 a For leaf peepers, our golds are showing but not much in the way of reds. With rain int he forecast for the weekend, for Clayberry, fall colors are just getting under way.

Oct. 5 a Tonight is Homecoming during the CHS Football game. Kick off, 7:30pm

Oct. 5 a For the ladies, Elvis comes to Big Otter Community Center.

Oct. 5 a Actually, his name is Mike Chafin who does a great job with Elvis tunes. Music begins at 7pm. Good munchies too.

Oct. 5 a See EVENTS page for details on the 1st Annual Benefit Ride for the Workman / Bailey fund.

Oct. 5 a For auction lovers, Saturday at 2pm, Eric Bird's brand new operation over at the State Road garage, gets underway. You can stop in weekdays to see what they got.

Oct. 5 a Enjoy

Oct. 4 early a  From the email bag:  Items were stolen from a  tan double wide in Ivydale (about 2 miles past Go-Mart going toward Ivydale, across a bridge on the left, Danny Funk's old place).  A gray/silver van was seen there over the week-end.  There were also a large number of gray landscape rocks taken.  Any information would be appreciated.  Denise Taylor 304-206-5675.  Thanks!

Oct. 3 p Herbert “Graden” Legg, 62, of Harrison, see OBITUARY page

Oct. 3 p Foodland of Clay opened 35 years ago. Graden was there when the doors opened. He was there seemed like every day with a nice hello and a helpful attitude. Graden will be missed

Oct. 3 p  Don Jarvis said to spread the word, the Circus planned for next week, it ain't. Turns out there was a  bunch of state tax dept crap to jump thru and they weren't willing to put up with the BS

Oct. 3 p For now, no circus kids

Oct. 3 p Drug sniffing dogs from over at Mt Olive were at Clay High this morning where they sniffed to their hearts' content. No drugs detected.

Oct. 3 p Something's wrong with the Business Development Authority, the BDA. Something bad wrong

Oct. 3 p We have depended on them to provide years, 16 years as a matter of fact, years of entertainment as they muddled thru meeting after meeting without many accomplishments

Oct. 3 p That something that happened, it happened Monday evening.

Oct. 3p With a fresh new business in town to their credit, the BDA spent a bunch of time taking the first steps to develop goals for 2013 and a plan of attack

Oct. 3p   To make sure what they are doing jives with the needs of Clayberry, they're calling a public get together to receive input from the taxpayers.

Oct. 3 p For some that doesn't seem like much. Truth is. after all those years of growing flat butts, the Boardsters appear to understand the need for an advance plan.

Oct. 3 p Very refreshing.

Oct. 3 p Something else, there's a new face on the BDA. Her name is Roberta Faile

Oct. 3 p  Roberta is the lady that has been coming up with some of the news ideas to improve the looks of this place and provide more activities to increase tourism dollars in these parts.

Oct. 3 p Roberta and her team on the tourism committee are trying to come up with 2013 warm weather activities.

Oct. 3 p Actually she ain't waiting until 2013. Right now her group is working on some kind of mountain bike trail or trails  and a Christmas parade in Dec.

Oct. 3 p Fresh voice,  positive ideas,  and already getting stuff done.

Oct. 3 p

Oct. 3 a   Carol Delimon, 55, of Clay see OBITUARY page

Oct. 3 a  Pearley Alice Douglas, 73, of Ivydale, see OBITUARY page

Oct. 3 a After a bunch of work, the latest, bestest yet, Communicator made it to news stands across the region Tuesday afternoon. Our goal has always been to empower readers with info on what's really going on in the county.

Oct. 3 a This time around our lead story centers  around the latest County Commission meeting where the Sheriff asks for one thing while the debate is on something completely different. Also, is noted the downward spiral of a one time Clay County Asst Prosecutor who plead guilty to felony stealing funds from a client.

Oct. 3 a Last time we left out Mildred McKenzie's column. We're trying to make up for that shortcoming with a double dose of Ms McKenzie this time around.

Oct. 3 a  Yesterday one time local socialite 56 year old Shida Jamie plead guilty to stealing over $2m from Federal senior  and disabled  in home care funds. In the plea she admits to forging and having staffers forge documents to embellish her own pocketbook.

Oct. 3 a Shida faces up to five years in the slammer and a $250,000 fine.

Oct. 3 a Years ago the book 1984 came out. Those pages predicted our government monitoring our every activity. Many of those predictions have already become reality including cell phone software able to stare right back at the user and see and record everything we're doing. Pretty scary stuff. Click PlaceRaider for more.

Oct. 3 a For those that say, I don't care what they're looking at or Doesn't bother me a bit cause I ain't doing anything wrong.. it's time to rethink or think for the first time, your position.

Oct. 3 a Finally some happy news.   The Los Angeles City Council on Tuesday voted 11-2 to repeal its recent ban on medical marijuana dispensaries. Great!!

Oct. 3 a Even better for us ole potheads,  we don't have to travel clear across the country to fire up a big doobie. City Commissioners in Kalamazoo, Michigan voted unanimously on Monday night to decriminalize marijuana.

Oct. 1 10:30am  BOIL WATER ORDER for all  Twistabout, Punkin RIdge and Procious Straight customers of the Clay Roane PSD. Do NOT drink the wa wa without boilg it first! Ahhhh, you might want to let it cool down a bit bfore drinking it too.

Oct. 1 a Forgot to mention during the morning post...

Oct. 1 a A couple years back Shida Jamie's Golden Heart senior service provider company was busted. Feds came in, seized computers and paperwork from her offices including the one on Main Street in Clay. Employees were left without paydays and jobless. In Charleston papers, Jamie said she had done nothing wrong.

Oct. 1 a The Federal Court web site docket notes Shida Jamie's criminal trial gets underway Tuesday morning at 9am in Judge Johnston' courtroom in the Robert C Byrd Federal Building in Charleston.

Oct. 1 a Justice comes slow but it comes.

Oct. 1 a Tonight the Sch Bd meets at the Pentagon

Oct. 1 a Town Council, the Library Board, and CAEZ convene public meetings Tuesday.

Oct. 1 a Thank goodness Fall is here, Between the Derecho, a overheated July, two major losses in August, Summer sucked

Oct. 1 a We've still got a few radishes, cucs, peppers and hopes for a couple more red tomatoes,  but the real color is just starting. The golds of Fall are starting to show. It's a great time to visit the mountains of the Great Nation of Clay

Oct. 1 a Eat granola bars? Here's a recall notice.

Oct. 1 a The Communicator comes out Tuesday afternoon. Email your chatters, classifieds, etc now