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uly 23 a This message is for the JM,
the fellow that may be able to donate a basketball hoop to 101.7 FM. WYAP
is unable to reply to your secure email system but Yes , we still need
the thing and thanks. Just let em know how they can get in touch wish you
July 23 a Lots going on this weekend
from the Ag Fair at Maysel, to corn hole and drive in movie tonight at
the radio station, to Hoop and Softball tournament fundraisers. Don't forgot
the Saturday night auction returns at 7pm with Maryln Starcher auctioneering
the fun. Pool Party too! See EVENTS page for details
July 23 a It's a great time to
come visit County Clay.
July 23 a We've got some real bad news.
Lizemore Ambulance Service went into operation a couple years back supported
by volunteers from all walks of life. It was a much needed service for
forgotten Clayonians on the "other side" of the Hartland bridge.
July 23 a It is our understanding,
the Dept of Labor came in on the non profit and levied back wage mandates
amounting to $1000s. On May 13th, their Medical Director MD backed
out of that position.
July 23a And, yesterday morning Lizemore
Ambulance informed 911 Dispatch to leave them out of the call rotations.
July 23 a Bad for Lizemore community,
bad for those depending on the agency for income, and bad for the already
struggling to stay afloat, Clay Ambulance Service.
July 23 a Times just got worse for
Clay County West Virginia.
July 23 a Wifey returns this afternoon.
Time to scrap off the plates, sweep up the dog poop, wash socks, get rid
of the spit cups, make the bed, and spray away the cigar smoke.
July 23 a Vacation time is over for
a couple days.
July 21 p Mary Audra Hopkins,
see OBITUARY page
July 21 p Happy Birthday Kelly Fulkerson
July 21 p We're in typing mode for
the next 24 hours in an attempt to get the Communicator out the door on
time Friday afternoon.
July 21 p No updates till we're done
typing
July 21 p Well maybe one more.
With the wifey gone.... when the dog craps in the corner of course you're
suppose to clean it up. There is a certain amount of stink for the first
24 hours and then it goes away.
July 21 p You have to clean it up after
the bugs start crawling in and around.
July 21 a Happy 7th birthday Morgan
Blaze Holcomb
July 21 a 70% chance of high winds,
thunder boomers, and rain today. Flash flood watch thru this evening. Be
careful clickers.
July 21 a Yesterday we posted a need
for a road sign in the community of a deaf child. A response came from
a sign painting facility. Nice!
July 21 a Summer 2010 Gran Jury inductees
went before Judge Jack Alsop yesterday. Low and behold, those nasty ole
Badges made a mistake with each arrest. Everyone of em said, Not guilty
Judge.
July 21 a Fun to watch Wayne King get
yelled at by Judge Alsop. Details in Friday's Communicator.
July 21 a With the wifey away, it's
a real challenge to keep the house straight. Actually, a real challenge
to just keep it clean enough to walk thru without triping over old newspapers,
socks, and dirty dishes.
July 21 a Finally did a load of clothes
last night. Nice to have matching socks again.
July 20 4 pm Flash Flood Warning
now in effect until 5:15 today. From the NWO: Excessive runoff from
heavy rainfall will cause flooding of small creeks and streams... highways
and underpasses. Additionally... country roads and farmlands along the
banks of creeks... streams and other low lying areas are subject to flooding.
July 20 p Check the EVENTS page
for the Clay All Star State Tournament schedule.
July 28 p One last note on the
recent CCC meeting. During discussions came mention of another formal complaint
against a Clay County Black Shirt.
Juy 28 p You're not going to believe
this but, we're trying to get the Communicator out on time this Friday.
Deadline for chatter, comment, other submissions, is Wed evening at 6pm.
Email now.
July 28 p The Communicator, the best
70 cents you will ever spend.
July 20 p Hey! Saw Leonard "My
Good Buddy" Williams driving a red pick up truck today. Didn't see him
run off the road one time!
July 20 a From the email bag:
My son, Neil, is 8 years old and has a moderate to severe deafness.
Yesterday, my nieces realized that the road sign that read "deaf child
area" that is posted below our house is missing. After scouring the
woods in the hopes that it had been dislodged and fallen over the hill,
we discovered that it is gone. If someone took it, they should know
that those signs are not provided by the Department of Highways like other
road signs. Instead, they have to be purchased by the family of the
child. They are very expensive. My son is unable to hear lower sounds
and so misses out on car engine noises. The sign was posted to help
ensure his safety. If you know who has it, please call 587-2595.
If not, just return it to where it needs to be. We are unable to
replace the sign. Thank you so much, Julia Wilkinson
July 20 a This morning the Summer Class
of 2010 will stand before the Circuit Judge and proclaim, and proclaim,
Not me buddy, I'm not guilty of anything. The action begins at 9am.
July 20 a It's Oh Boy time in Clayberry.
Last night during the School Board meeting, with two new Boardster on deck
and O Gene King serving as the pivot person, we saw something rarely
seen in the last 20 years. We saw a coup.
July 20 a Superintendent Larry
Gillespie retired from duty three weeks ago. It's standard practice for
retired to come back and draw a few more bucks working as substitute teachers.
July 20 a Last night a passed motion
was needed to allow Gillespie to do just that. Board Prez RB called for
a motion. He called again. With King, Mullins, and Triplett's heads all
facing down, finally, Beth Cercone made the motion.
July 20 a The call for a second to
the motion came. Around the room, the peanut gallery got quiet as they
realized they were seeing history made. With complete silence around
the conference table, RB Legg seconded the motion himself.
July 20 a During the vote to rehire
the 40 year veteran administrator, RB and Beth Aye with Gene King, Dave
Mullins, and Morgy Triplett, in unison, Nay.
July 20 a The coup was complete. The
Somber Super had been turned out to pasture
July 20 a Even one desenting vote is
rare in School Board land. To have one of their own tossed out the door,
amazing.
July 20 a Also from that meeting, something
else is up. Instead of hiring the guy as Vice Principal at Clay Elem.,
the action item was tabled. According to the new Superintendent, the bid
process was messed up and would be redone.
July 20 a Most of us know how hiring
is done at the Pentagon. How things are worded to insure one person qualifies.
How candidates not in the fold are told, we have someone else picked out
for that job. It's been that way for decades. Maybe just maybe, the
new board is making changes on the way hires are handled.
July 20 a Hopefully it's a new day
at the Pentagon and not just a one time quirk.
July 19 late p Bret E. Stutler.
see OBITUARY page
July 19 late p Tired of those curtain
climbers? See ADVISORY page now
July 19 p Hello Kathleen B down in
Florida
July 19 p Happy Birthday Dennis James
Koch
July 19 p There's a new web site originating
out of Clayberry. Check out Many
Views News here and don't forget to watch the Hick Hop video near the
bottom of that page.
July 19 a Happy Birthday Ronnie Rogers
II
July 19 a Happy Monday morning one
and all. Slow postings due to the ace cub reporter heading up to
Morganhole for the weekend to see wifey and kid.
July 19 a Tonight the School Board
meets in regular session. Their properly posted agenda ( how refreshing)
can
be seen here. After a long career of teaching at Clay High, Christina
Walker is heading for duty over at Clay Middle School. Retired Somber Super
Larry Gillespie returns to duty as a substitute teacher... and they will
announce the new vice principal for Clay Elem. Maybe most interesting is
a long list of discussion items. That's something rarely seen or heard
during meetings of old. Should make for a good meeting.
July 19 a During last week's CCC meeting
Linda Klotchbach apprised Larry, Darryl, and Darryl of problems with the
Bluestone Dam in Hinton W Va. Confirmed by 911 Director Pat Beets: the
aging impoundment has structural problems; so serious are the problems
that plans are being made in case it breaks; if it breaks, most of
Charleston would be flooded with several feet of wa wa; and that brings
up the reason for the discussion.
July 19 a All those Charlestonittes
might head north to the highlands of Clayberry to take refuge. What
we do with an infusion of newbees? Discussion on where to house them,
feed em, and care for the cultural shock of spending time in the outback.
July 19 a Scanner listeners often hear
confusion with dispatching ambulances. That topic came up during that same
CCC meeting last Wednesday.With Commission Prez Linky trying to stop the
public discussion with "Lets not beat that death today", the disclosures
continued. Fran King raising problems that could result in a life threatening
situation, going to the wrong road, not knowing where a road actually is,
lack of dispatch center training, and thangs aren't getting any better.
July 19 a Full details in the next
Communicator.
July 19 a Need a job? 911 is seeking
three disptachers for the Nicholas site.
July 19 a First rumors of serious problems
with the Lizemore Ambulance service are now surfacing. Seems to be problems
with the way they're paying their workers and Dept of Labor regulations
and mandatory pay back for employees. Details as they come.
July 19 a Wifey has actually
been away for a week. With she and the kid now living in Morganhole, it's
vacation time for the ace cub reporter. Having learned many lessons over
the years, he's making a valiant effort to keep the place ship shape. With
the exceptions of a pile of dirty socks in the corner, various glasses
and plates strewn here and there, and some kind of new stains in the middle
of the living room carpet, Tallhouse is surviving better than in years
past.
July 19 a Heck hardly any ants crawling
anywhere. But, that may be due to the A/C left setting on 65 degrees all
the time.
July 18 p Mary Audra Hopkins passsed
away. Arragements to come.
July 17 a Clay Co PSD lifted
the Boil Water Order Friday afternoon. Dink Dink Dink
July 17 a Just love a good email:
The "Current News" on the Clayberry Web site is getting juicier and juicier..
I now find myself checking in more than once a day. My question to
you would be: is there anyone left in Clay County who is NOT arrested,
indicted, or in jail?
July 17 a Our response to the guy is:
only the politicians.
July 17 a Concerning our Farmer's Market
postings, another email: The roane co farmers market received a grant recently,
and ordered two carports from that carport guy over at hansford fork for
the farmers market at Spencer. These carports will be built next week.
The Farmers market at Sutton was built with a large 24 x 40 enclosed carport
garage building and 3 carport frames 60' long with a greenhouse cover,
and has worked real well for them. Cost was about 6000$. The farmers market
at flatwoods, also used carports for their initial market, but now the
govt. supplied them with a 50,000$ building, then leased it to the owner
of the Sutton market, who rents space there to local farmers. Carports
can be purchased for a small amount of money 600$ to 2000$ and are
working well.
July 17 a On my good buddy Leonard,
this email: Andy, you should have told Leonard that you'd be entertained
at the thought of him cramming anything, but since he obviously can't drive
in a straight line, he'd probably just screw that up too. lol
July 17 a And another email:
Just wanted you guys to know that you put a smile on my face everyday.
I'm one of the everyday dedicated clickers. I grew up in the county of
little, but for the last 23 years Florida has been good to me. I'm just
another one of the people that had to move from a place that you love (
county of little ) to provide for your family. Don't back down from our
little Sheriff or any other Official. Go get em!!!!
July 17 a Thanks one and all. This
place is a real hoot.
July 16 p Rickey Marvin Hanshaw,
50, of Clay, see OBITUARY page
July 16 a Hello Paul Satler up on top
of the mountain.
July 16 a Gov Smokin Joe will appoint
a replacement to fill Robert C. Byrd's position later today. There's only
one requirement. The appointed person must agree NOT to run during the
upcoming election for a fulll term.
July 16 a Summer time is a great time
to come visit Clay County. How about you? Maybe this weekend?
July 16 a Tonight the radio station
continues its quest to raise enough money to stay alive. With construction
underway, the Veterans are holding a motorcycle run to raise funds. Yard
sales galore and a class reunion round the stuff we know about. See EVENTS
page for details.
July 16 a Some weeks are dead, others
are full of stuff. This is the later of the two. Even with lengthy postings,
we're getting behind. Sorry.
July 16 a Haven't mentioned the work
of the grand jury Tuesday. Their indictments include
July 16 a Azra Cain using a minor to
make porn and distribution of kiddy porn
July 16 a David D Lane sexual assault
1st degree. abuse by a parent x 6, assault while attempting a Felony
July 16 a Matthew S Foster malicious
wounding and domestic battery x 2
July 16 a Richard Burnside breaking
and entering and conspiracy x 3, larceny, destruction of prop x 6
July 16 a Brandy Barker same as Richard
Burnside
July 16 a Jackie Ramsey grand larceny,
dest of prop x 2, breaking and entering
July 16 a Thomas Childers manufacturing
a controlled substance
July 16 a Eric Langford malicious
wounding, battery
July 16 a Last night BDA Boardsters
greeted Mike Boggs in a very terse way. Why? Mike Boggs filed a lawsuit
against the group Wed morning just before getting reappointed to the economic
development committee.
July 16 a Boggs allegations put in
writing exactly what us on the outside have known for years, the BDA operates
unlawfully. Stuff like not following state code and if the group is ill
configured, how can they hold ANY legal meetings.
July 16 a The county doesn't like when
they get sued. Sometimes its the only way to get em to the lawful side
of life. Boggs has enough money to cover the cost of such an initiative.
July 16 a Part of the court request
calls for assets of the BDA to be given to a "receiver", somebody else.
Translation: The BDa would be out out of business. Do I hear cheers?
July 16 a There is fallout clickers.
Serious fallout. The BDA funds the new Economic Development Director (Amanda
Moore) salary and benefits. With a $30,000 LED grant check in hand (funding
for Amanda) the BDA all but decided to send the $$$ back to Charleston.
Reasoning: If a receiver is to appointed, wouldn't it be better to let
them get their own money.
July 16 a Ms Moore left a job
for this position and has two kids. When she was hired, the bet was, she
would quit within 90 days. Our timing was off clickers, its now been 4
months, Any new bets?
July 16 a With a proper agenda posted
and around 10 present, the Buffalo Creek Watershed group also met last
night. With one grant in hand, plans for another work party on the calendar,
a picnic fund raiser in progress, and the hiring of a Vista worker in the
works, it was a productive meeting
July 16 a There's a bunch more
to report from Wed's Commission meeting. Here's one cutey
July 16 a In the last edition of the
Communicator comes a call for the citizen's to set up a farmer's market
right now. Minus govt grants, oversight and other BS, with crops
now ripe, just do it. We suggested that the thang be set up at Spread Park.
July 16 a Wed morning Fran and Mike
came up with a great idea. They think a farmer's market should be set up
right now. Their suggestion is to do it at the old State Road garage
at Two Run. What a great idea!
July 16 a Had a chance to talk to a
fellow who asked: What would it take to get this county moving and developing
a future? After a long this and that talk, it boiled down to one
thing, Clayberry needs intelligent, committed leadership. Something
that's in short supply in these parts.
July 16 a Another guy suggested that
the ace cub reporter change his camera lens to a small unit instead of
that big telephoto lens. Would be much less painful was the thought!
July 15 a Without a posted agenda,
Stephanie Taylor is the secretary, the BDA plans to meet today at 5:30pm
After they get done, the Buffalo Creek Watershed Group will also convene
a meeting in the CCC room at the Courthouse. The Watershed
group is a new group of volunteers with little training or experience in
holding public meetings but yet they took the initiative to post a required
agenda.
July 15 a The Saturday Night Auction
folks are looking for a fill in auctioneer for this Saturday night. Know
someone? See Kim at Granny K's on Main Street.
July 15 a Don't ask about that countywide
Boil Water Order issued Tuesday. The Town failed to make the potentially
life threatening condition known to local media nor even put a notice ont
heir front door.
July 15 a Are we still under a BWO?
Don't expect any update from the people that run the plant and mantain
the water lines!
July 15 a The state operates a web
portal to provide up to date info. The Town
ain't mentioned there.
July 15 a Wonder what makes bottled
water safe and legal. Check out the state sanitation divison on this topic,
bottled
water companies and and approved bottled water brand names.
July 15 a We're giving the Town double
H over not notifying the public when there is a water emergency. It's a
simple thing to do. As a matter of fact, it EPA law: Your water supplier
must
notify
you by newspaper, mail, radio, TV, or hand-delivery if your water doesn't
meet EPA or state standards or if there is a waterborne disease emergency.
The notice will describe any precautions you need to take, such as boiling
your water.
July 15 a We have pictures of the Roane
County Farmer's Market on our home page. Two emailers report that the
shelter used by the market was an Eagle Scout project for a young lad over
there.
July 15 a Back to poor ole Leonard
for a second
July 15 a Maybe Leonard was just having
a bad day yesterday when he wrecked the company truck. See July 14 post
for details. Or, maybe public citizen Leonard displayed what's wrong with
leadership in Clayberry. He is the epitome of the old guard in these parts.
They can only work their backdoor politics when there's complete secrecy.
Cameras, independent reporters spoil those efforts.
July 15 a For instance, while on the
BDA, it was Leonard that changed by laws to allow just three members of
the group to hold a meeting and make all decisions. It was Leonard that
took the vote and spearheaded the effort for the formation of a BDA Executive
Committee to meet away from the public and handle all other business.
July 15 a Leonard "My Good Buddy" Williams
can't stand the ace cub reporter and threatened to stuff the guy's camera
up you know where. Such stupidty is actually a badge of courage for the
independent media, The Communicator, and the future of Clay West Virginia.
July 15 a We had just a bang up County
Commission meeting Wed morning. So chucked full of info, it's going to
take a couple postings just to get the tidbits out to the public.
July 15 a Lets start with two
incidents which speak volumes on our Sheriff. Commissioner Fran King
was the point guard on three agenda items aimed at shedding sunshine on
ourcheif law enforcement officer, the Top Badge.
July 15 a According to the Franster
and Mike Pierson, many complaints and concerns have come in on what happened
to evidence seized by the Sheriff. Complaints on no receipts given to the
person getting confiscated, no records of what's in the storage locker,
and no record of evidence being returned to individuals. The AFT has been
contacted about the breach of public trust and the civil implication of
such misguided leadership of a public official.
July 15 a Next, according to
Fran and backed up by County Clerk Connie Workman, our wittle Sheriff refuses
to provided an inventory of weaponry owned by Sheriff's Dept. Has been
refusing for four years according to Ms Workman. Fran said such an
inventory is important since the CCC covers the insurance for the Black
Shirts. Stuff like coverage on all valuable equipment and liability issues
were discussed at length.
July 15 a From the peanut gallery a
big fellow gave an instance that just happened to a Sheriff in a Southern
West Virginia county and suggested the CC take heed from that case.
July 15 a Note; Although the meeting
agenda was post many days ago, our Sheriff was not present for the meeting.
July 15 a Maybe most explosive (get
it!) is what happened to old county owned shotguns and new off duty pistols
given each Black Shirt. Fran King commented, on the street stories indicate
the pieces may have been given away. If that happened, that's a real
no no. State code mandates in black and white how government property may
be disposed of. Making presents of county property ain't allowed.
She wants the Sheriff to provide a complete inventory and serial numbers
of all weapons owned by the county. So far, he ain't willing.
July 15 a Finally for this morning
post on the Sheriff, OES Director Pat Beets provided the public an even
more chilling report on the actions of our Top Badge. Beets provided that
a peed off Sheriff who didn't get his way, called the Feds and provided
false information on how new digital radios are being handed out by the
911 Director.
July 15 a Seems the Sheriff was not
the first person to be handed a sleek new top of the line unit and he is
peed. So peed he called Federal funders.
July 15 a According to Beets, that
phone call and the actions of our wittle Sheriff is now jeopardizing future
grant funded purchases. Stuff like generators and radios for fire departments.
July 15 a There use to be a little
newspaper over in Clay, the Freeze something or other, not sure if they're
still in business or not, but 8 years ago when Randy Holcomb was running
for office, they reported out of control actions of the candidate but felt
he had "matured" and was ready for office that time around.
July 15 a They were wrong back then
and it sounds like our top Badge is once again stomping his feet when he
doesn't get his way and doing things to screw up the entire county. Along
the way, under his leadership, taxpayers are racking up quite a lawsuit
bill too!
July 15 a Can't you just see the tubby
wittle guy beating his chest and proclaiming, "I am more powerful than
God in this county!" For years Randy has been known as
Poopy or the Poopster. It may be time for a new nickname, how does Puffy
the Pompous Sheriff ring?
July 15 a Lots more coming from yesterday's
Commission meeting.Stay tuned.
July 14 late p Rev. Marvan Given
Frame, 84, see OBITUARY page
July 14 late p Rev Frame served in
Clay in the 60s.
July 14 p The plan was to cover a big
long rundown on this morning's Commission meeting. We'll do that tonight
late. Right now we have an example of what makes Clayberry such a fertile
place for a newspaper.
July 14 p After lunch Leonard Williams
was driving Elk Power's big bucket truck when he managed to completely
miss the driveway to the old Courthouse. Once you get a big truck off center
it's hard to stop. The truck wound up nearly on its side.
July 14 p With the help of two tow
trucks,King's wrecker managed to get the thing back on all fours . Around
the site people were laughing and giggling as Leonard Williams stood stoically
with arms folded above his belly.
July 14 p Commissioner Fran grinned
when she asked, Leonard, you need any power truck drivers?
Commissioner Mike Pierson showed up with, Leonard, you new to the Town?
July 14 p Primed up, the aging Leonard
bee lined over to the ace cub reporter with "You ever had that camera crammed
up your ASS? And then he added something about he's just the guy to do
it!
July 14 p Still with his arms folded
and this grump look on his saggy face, he said Mike Pierson was right when
he called the reporter a parasite on the county, always trying to tear
things down!
July 14 p Little Mr Ace Cub Reporter
responded with: "Gosh Leonard, if you ever broke down beside the road,
I'd be sure to stop and give you assistance."
July 14 p Me thinks someone pooped
in Leonard's oatmeal this morning. Anybody can wreck a vehicle but it's
folks like Leonard Williams that makes the newspaper business so very exciting
in this county of little.
July 14 p Oh... those pics are over
on the homepage and the camera deosn't smell like poop either!
July 13 late p The Communicator made
it out the door around 3pm today. During the last Sch Bd meeting Beth Cercone
wanted included in future meeting reports, any incident of Badge intervention
at CCHS and CMS. That's in the article.
July 13 late p Thinking back, we thought
she was referring to the students out of control and getting punched in
the face. Maybe in that report Ms Cercone really wants info on staff out
of control and attacking other teachers. For that matter, if a kid
gets ALC for deviate behavior, maybe staff should get similar treatment
July 13 late p In the latest edition
of the paper, we provide some details on a newly approved school system
"back to work" policy for employees injured. During those July 6th meeting
discussions, there was no mention that employees would be mandated to return
to work half healed and work for reduced pay in a reduced capacity.
July 13 late p Summer Grand Jury convened
today behind closed doors. We'll post the results sometime Wed evening.
Check back then.
July 13 late p County Commission meets
Wed morning at 10am. With the CCC questioning our Top Badge on what happened
to those old shotguns, what happened to those recently purchased off duty
hand guns, asking for an inventory of all weapons including assault weapons,
and asking for an inventory of goods stored in the evidence locker.. sure
to be a wonderful meeting
July 13 late p The Buffalo Creek
Watershed group meets Thursday evening in the CCC room beginning at 6pm.
July 13 late p the Business Development
Authority was to meet Thursday at 5pm. With no meeting agenda posted, guess
that meeting is off again.
July 13 p Over the scanner today, around
2pm, came word of a countywide BOIL WATER ORDER after a Town of Clay main
water line broke. For your own health, boil it before use please.
BWO notice was issued by Clay Co PSD shortly after the scanner notice was
heard for their customers.
July 13 p There has been no notice
of the BWO by the Town of Clay. How sad!
July 12 p Got some interesting County
Commission agenda items slated for Wed morning.
July 12 p Stuff like mandating our
puffy wittle Sheriff to supply information to the CCC
July 12 p Go check out the list of
action items on the front window of the Courthouse.
July 12 p Update on the new downtown
Clay restaurant. Granny K's diner is now opening at 7am for the breakfast
crowd and staying open until 7p for us stragglers.
July 12 p With stress levels at all
time highs, a vacation, even one close to home, is now considered
a necessary expense. The state of West Virginia is spending millions supporting
tourism efforts just about everywhere but poor ole Clayberry.
July 12 p No money for tourism and
how that affects you is the lead story in Tuesday's Communicator. Now back
to typing .
July 12 a We're in typing mode , so
a short update
July 12 a Good news is hard to find
in these parts.
July 12 a Kim and Brian Adkins moved
the Auction House restaurant to the old "Kitchen" space on Main Street.
They opened late last week. Get this, they are also open on the weekends
including Sunday afternoon. All degreased and painted , once again there's
a place to eat in downtown Clay.
July 12 a Also: The mini
mall over at Maysel has been closed for a few months. It's undergoing a
face lift. When completed, the indoor flea market and Amish store will
return. Added will be a sit down diner and video slot machines in
another corner.
July 12 a Bill Vineyard says the place
will reopen in just a few weeks. Great!
July 12 a Over the weekend, many kayak
toting SUVs came thru the county as did motorcyclists galore as well as
foot powered bikers. Instead of driving, riding right on thru, with a little
promotion, those dollars could be reaped right here in Clayberry.
July 12 a CHIT head update: The
first of the tourist panels should be completed near the middle of the
month. Watch for installation updates ..
July 12 a Larry Darryl and Darryl have
been talking about establishing a Farmer's Market in the old Fas Chek parking
lot. On more than one occasion, they've said it will take grant funds and
lots of organization before they can lift the first finger. In other counties,
it didn't take long to find a couple picnic shelters and advertise for
gardeners to bring their offerings.
July 12 a If the need for good fresh
produce and a healthy diet is now, why not just use the all ready to be
used Spread Park shelters? Beautiful place, has restrooms, plenty of parking,
and the nearby dairy bar may also enjoy additional patronage. Seems simple
enough. Just advertise, on such an such a date, all are encouraged to bring
their garden goods and set up. No charge.
July 12 a Corn is ready... Tomatoes
are almost red, cucumbers are running everywhere. Seems like now would
be a great time for such a Farmer's Market. Naaaa. makes too much sense.
July 12 a Time to get back to typing....
July 11 late p Andrew Jackson
(Jack) Nichols, 85, of Lizemores, see OBITUARY page
July 9 late p Vida Lee Keener Hall,
85, see OBITUARY page
July 9 late p Bernice Lea Weaver,
77, of Chester, WV, formerly of Lizemores, WV, see OBITUARY page
July 9 late p The Library is
in need for craft stuff for the summer reading program. If you can help
em out, details on the ADVISORY page
July 9 a As the East coast bakes,
so does Clayberry. After dinner temps have been hovering around 100 for
the last four days. About the only thing good from the extremes, the grass
ain't growing. Thank goodness for that.
July 9 a IT'S FRIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIDAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAY!
July 9 a We're holding the Communicator
until Tuesdy afternoon. Reason, all the staff have TB (Tired Butt).
July 9 a As a a warning, around
the county, many others are getting hit with viruses so bad, they shut
units down. Won't even boot up except in safe mode. If you're not using
the latest, most up to date security, you're going to get screwed big time.
Over on the LINKS page is one for the freebee Malware antibytes which works
pretty good. The paid version does better. Ditto for the freebee and paid
versions of AVG. The norm is for the paid versions to offer real time protection,
to zap the bad stuff before it actually enters your puter.
July 9 a Knocking on wood, this
site has gone without a cyber attack since last Dec.
July 9 a If it doesn't rain, tonight
the radio station is offering cornhole contests (7pm) along with the drive
in movie, The Dark Knight in the Batman series (9pm). Free
July 9 a Clay Pool is hosting a party
Saturday night and don't forget the Auction at Two Run for some sit down
fun.
July 9 a Yard sales, reunions,
and more can be found over on the EVENTS page . Have a nice weekend.
July 9 a Yesterday we posted
a link to the Durbin Rocket tourism train over in Pocahantas County. While
the boss is in the other room .... Mike Rowe emailed with a couple more
great You Tube links for steam engines. Shay
#12 1, Shay
#12 2, Shay#12
3.
July 9 a Be sure to turn down the volume,
those steam whistles around the office pee off the Big Shots.
July 9 a From Mike's email: I spent
all of my Saturdays last August and September painting this Shay geared
locomotive which formerly ran at the Georgetown Loop Railroad in Colorado
and is now at the Colorado Railroad Museum. For my efforts, I was
allowed to fire the locomotive during the Museum's "Shayfest" last fall
(two days). I am most likely on the other side of the cab during
these scenes. My history with this locomotive goes back into the
early 1970s.
July 9 a As soon as Clayberry
leadership removes their heads from their butts, they'll realize the importance
of getting the BC&G RR back on the tracks from Dundon to Taylor Station.
Wouldn't a snow run in Dec be great!
July 8 late p Novella Marie “Shorty”
Branard Peck, 83, of Ovapa, see OBITUARY page
July 8 a If you're interested
in which band is playing up at Pat's Sports Bar, here's
the link for book marking.
July 8 a From the email bag:
11 - 12 year old all stars won the southern division, off to Elkins next
weekend....they have not been beat yet... YEAH!!!!
July 8 a For over a decade we've said
that the BDA has been worthless without one redeeming accomplishment. That's
about to change.
July 8 a BDA Boardsters suggested
that the group organize an auction house in the old State Road garage.
After they quit rolling their eyes back in their head and realized it might
work. It happened. Brian and Kim Adkins were the first with a business
license to operate the Saturday night deal sessions. Once the auction got
underway, Kim opened the Auction House restaurant. It became successful.
July 8 a Beginning next week, Kim will
move from the reduced rent facility and will open in the Kitchen Restaurant
building on Main Street. The auction business will continue in the same
location but the diner part will reopen in new digs either this Friday
or Monday of next week.
July 8 a The BDA now has one success
story under their belt.
July 8 a If the BDA would focus their
attention on growing tourism, they may grow another success. Take for instance
a railroad ride on the BC&G rails.
July 8 a Over in Pocahantas County
the Durbin Rocket (here's
the video) is quite successful and it runs on just a 10 mile spur along
a creek. Don't say Buffalo Creek couldn't be just as pretty or
can't attract those same masses, it can.
July 8 a To get the wheels a turning,
Robert C awarded a 1/4 million dollars four years ago to the County Commission
to purchase part of the spur going up Buffalo. The CCC continues to sit
on those dollars.
July 8 a The Wall Street Journal is
reporting the nation's super secret spy agency, the NSA, has now set up
the 1984ish
Big Brother eyeballing of the world wide web.
July 8 a Of the 36,000 oil and gas
wells in the Gulf of Mexico, as many as 27,000
may be leaking. And, doing so without government scrutiny.
July 8 a It good to see new faces on
an elected board. Such was the case Tuesday night when the School Board
met in rescheduled action. From that gathering...
July 8 a It appears the Board will
begin receiving additional info on how the system is working. Stuff like
how many workers are off on sick leave and how many rug rats are in ALC
prison. Beth Cercone added that she would like to see monthly reports from
each of the Board office Directors to see what they are accomplishing.
You could have heard a pin drop!
July 8 a For a number of reasons, all
bad of course, the Board is hiring individuals without teaching credentials
to fill vacancies. Happened again Tuesday night. No one seemed to mind
or at least no one objected
July 8 a In progress before the new
Boardsters took their seats at the table, a unanimous vote came on a new
back to work policy for sick, ailing, recuperating, personnel. The idea
is to reduce worker comp rates. The outcome may be quite different.
July 8 a Under the new mandatory
rule, the school system will have access to medical records ( page 4) and
be the go between for MDs and the worker. They will even have a new staff
person in charge of visiting the ailing workers in an attempt to cut back
on sick leave use.
July 8 a That decision came on the
heels of discussion that this county has low worker comp rates and instances
of possible abuse.
July 8 a Your employer knowing all
your medical details.. does anybody else see an issue?
July 5 late p School Board meets
Tuesday evening at 6pm in the Standard Bryant Annex building. This will
be the first public meeting for newbee Boardsters Dave Mullins and Morgan
Triplett. There's a lot of hope that between New Super Kenneth Tanner and
the reconstituted Board, the demands and needs of the county will be heard
and acted upon.
July 5 p For decades past, the Board
had nearly all their discussions and decisions made before any public meeting
was held. Noticed on the
agenda for Tuesday's meeting, a couple interesting discussion items.
Stuff like the Board receiving monthly reports on who's in ALC, staff
attendance, and much needed repairs at CCHS and CCMS.
July 5 p Item 11 is a new return to
work policy for school personnel. Might take a week or month to sink in
but, bet there will be some fallout from that one.
July 5 p While the DC boys tell ya
that the long depression is over, keep in mind... when they tell you fewer
are unemployed, that's true.
July 5 p That 1 m fewer is the number
of workers that have exhausted their unemployment benefits and are no longer
counted in govt stats. When they tell you 9.5% are unemployed, again true.
But, if you add those under employed and those working part time instead
of full time, the unemployed number climbs to around 25% without good jobs.
In Michigan where auto jobs ain't never coming back, the rate is real close
to 30% unemployed.
July 5 p "Home sales are down.
Retail sales are down. Factory orders in May suffered their biggest tumble
since March of last year. So what are we doing about it? Less
than nothing,"
July 4 a In the last seven days
we lost a big one, the big one, the guy that tried his best to improve
the state with kindness and infrastructure, Senator Robert C Byrd. For
his years of dedicated service, we responded in droves and paid respect
as he laid in state.
July 4 a Byrd changed over the
years as the state / nation changed. He said the right things
July 4 a The Fourth of July commemorates
the adoption of the Declaration of Independence by delegates from the 13
colonies in 1776. This most important American national holiday is traditionally
observed with parades, band concerts, picnics, and fireworks. Writing in
July 1776 from Philadelphia, John Adams related to his wife, Abigail: "Yesterday
the greatest Question was decided, which ever was debated in America, and
a greater, perhaps, never was or will be decided among Men. A Resolution
was passed without one dissenting Colony 'that these united Colonies, are,
and of right ought to be free and independent States, and as such, they
have, and of Right ought to have full Power to make War, conclude Peace,
establish Commerce, and to do all the other Acts and Things, which other
States might rightfully do...' This . . . Day . . . will be the most memorable
Epocha, in the History of America. I am apt to believe that it will be
celebrated, by succeeding Generations, as the great anniversary Festival.
. . . It ought to be solemnized with Pomp and Parade, with Shews, Games,
Sports, Guns, Bells, Bonfires and Illuminations from one End of this Continent
to the other from this Time forward forever more."
July 4 a Our founders wrote
those few words from the heart. That wonderful
document stands today, a testament to the high ground ideals this nation
strives to attain each passing decade.
July 4 a Here in Clayberry, the local
radio station ( still located in the Fas Chek parking lot for now anyway)
organized one heck of a downtown Main Street celebration where kids and
seniors alike took part in downtown Clay festivities. It was small town
America at its best. The weather even cooperated.
July 4 a Today is the final day of
Independence Day Celebration complete with cornhole, basketball rubber
ducky races, parade, pie contests, and grand show featuring the country
group, Audio Outlaws. Don't miss the fun.
July 3 a Dale Edwin Fluharty, 72, see
OBITUARY page
July 3 a Last night while tinkering
with this web site, the ace cubster managed to mess up the Classified page.
If your posting is listed, one, blame it on the little bald headed guy
and then resend via email. Thanks
July 3 a Warm weather and
a holiday weekend, don't get any better!
July 3 a Lots going on during the WYAP
Small Town America Celebrates Independence Day. Don't sit at home all droopy
lipped. Get out and have some fun.
July 3 a 101.7 is hosting a Pretty
Turtle, Best Dressed Pooch, Karaoke, and Hula Hoop contests today right
after the Kiddy Carnival. See EVENTS page for details..
July 3 a Congrats 82 year young Nona
Carte for being selected the 2010 Independence Day Celebration Queen.
July 3 a Tonight Maxine Metheny goes
on air at 7pm. Great Clay County talent second to none. Bring a lawn chair
and maybe a jacket.
July 3 a Doesn't feel like it but Dog
Days begin today.
July 2 a From the email bag: It
is interesting to note that the flower beds at the WV Capitol were replanted
on Thursday, the governors office was open and all the dignitaries arrived
in limos, however the flags that had been lowered to half-staff were worn
and tattered. It would have been a grand gesture to honor the late Sen.
Byrd with crisp, clean flags. Shame, Smokin' Joe. Next time
you make such a historic executive order to lower the flags, check the
condition of said flags.
July 2 a We forget when Robert C was
on the CCHS stage and yelled out SHUT UP as he played his fiddle. Before
that his long winded graduation ceremony speech. It's time to honor a guy
that brought more potential to the state than any other individual. Last
night several from Clayberry were at the Capitol to pay their last respects.
He was one of those folks that felt, with the right infrastructure, this
state could improve.
July 2 a 15 years ago the Senator made
his last visit to the county of little. He brought with him a ceremonial
presentation check made at for $12m. The money was for water line improvements
and a new water plant. He was dressed in a baby blue seersucker suit. We
rubbed shoulders with the guy. Local politicians worked it hard to get
their pictures taken with the most powerful man on earth.
July 2 a His passing has serious implications
for this county. Like, it was Byrd that provided the first 1/4 million
to purchase the old BC&G spur for a tourism railroad. His promises
for funding the entire length of track are now gone.
July 2 a Behind the scenes, yelp, the
political war for a replacement is on. Our best guess, a place holder will
be named. Maybe Gail.
July 1 p Yesterday we posted that Samples
Market is going out of business. Update: Polly Samples will be open the
next couple days and everything is half off. Might be a chance to get some
real deals.
July 1 p With the first Thursday of
the new month here, normally the ever so entertaining BDA should be meeting.
Don't think that's happening since the Franster is out of town.
July 1 p The CHIT group met Wed afternoon.
Their goal is to have 5 new tourism panels erected around the county by
mid July. Designers, painters are in place but they need good locations
around the county to install the thangs. Email if you will allow a panel
to be placed on your building. Thanks
July 1 p Coming to Clay this holiday
weekend? The complete WYAP Small Town America Celebration schedule is posted
over on the wyap.com web site. For those unable to come home, their web
cam will allow all to watch the fun from the stage. You can also
listen to Maxine Metheny (Sat) and the Audio Outlaws (Sunday) by going
to their web site and clicking the blinking ON AIR button.
July 1 a Lookin for a deal? Check out
the EVENTS page, it looks like yard sale central. Deals on every street
corner for the next 4 days. Good shopping one and all
July 1 a The lead story in The Communicator
details the criminal charges lodged June 19th against Jamie Morris, John
Amos, and Kenneth Crites. The three remained in the slammer seeking
$100,000 bonds on each. Good reading for sure
July 1 a Just after the paper made
it out the door, pretrial hearings were to be held in Magistrate Court.
Jami's was held, the other two were delayed.
July 1 a A few hours before the hearing,
Nicholas County filed charges against Crites alleging the lad bought too
much sudafed.
July 1 a All three were bailed out
of the slammer by Jami's family using property as surety.
June 30 a After 36 hours of typing,
mis typing, and effort, The Communicator is now available to the world.
What's the plan to correct out wittle Top Badge's potty mouth? And, what
did Gene King have to say about the wrath of 50 old fat ladies? YOu got
to pay the 70 cents!
June 30 a As the depression continues
.... Polly Samples has operated small convenience stores for ages. Her
efforts have employed Clayonians from all walks of life. Samples
Market in Ivydale closes today. At Big Otter, right beside
I-79, where the traffic count is very high, Ric Tanner has operated a restaurant
and antique store. That operation also is shutting down today.
June 30 a Very sad.
June 30 a CHIT heads met today
at 1:30pm in Amanda Moore's office, upstairs, at the Courthouse. The meeting
is to organize the build, design, paint and installation of 5 outdoor
4 by 8 tourism panels around the county. Want to help? Be there. Also,
the CHIT group is looking for 5 (or more) building owners willing to allow
the new decorations to be installed on their building. Email if you're
interested.
June 30 a Have a bunch of digital pictures?
Maybe important documents stored on your puter? You never know when your
puter will get zapped. The way you're suppose to do it is, have a
back up copy of everything stored on an external hard drive.
June 30 a Even external hard drives
go bad or die. The ace cub reporter's Seagate external
went south. The thing was at least three years old. Fortunately for him,
another set of copies was on a third hard drive.
June 30 a Here's our story...
A free 800 number call to Seagate took about 5 minutes (an American sounding
voice was on the other end too) and netted a brand new replacement. Turns
out Seagate offers a big long warranty. In five days the new unit arrived
and is in service.
June 30 a If you're thinking of
purchasing an external hard drive, we highly recommend the Seagate brand.
June 28 p Rabies clinic schedule
now posted over on the ADVISORY page
June 28 p Since the next election isn't
until 2012, Smokin Joe will appoint a replacement to fill the U S Senate
seat. Who's your guess? Gasten Caperton? Himself? His wife? Email response
June 28 p No updates until we get the
Communicator out the door sometime Tuesday afternoon.
June 28 a Time marches on. We know
it. But, the loss of Robert
C Byrd, there can be no replacement. The entire state mourns.
June 27 p Now ending the month
of June, Clayberry is adjusting to the hot hot temps of Summer. During
this last week, we experienced the heat commonly seen in July and August
months. This maybe an indication of the hottest summer on record coming
our way.
June 27 p We saw the changing
of the guard Thursday night over at the Pentagon. The new folks will be
facing some serious issues like increased insurance rates, fewer teachers
entering the profession while retirements increase, and infrastructure
problems like the drainage pipes rusting away at CCHS.
June 27 p From that meeting, an inticement....
Full write up on Gene King's comments on "50 old fat ladies".. Yelp and
it costs just 70 cents. 70 cents for us and Gene will be int he doghouse
for weeks!
June 27 p The state paid their
web hosting bill and the jail web site came back to life midweek.
June 27 p Campaign promises oft
fall by the wayside. When the Sheriff campaigned, he said he would knock
down the meth problem in the county. He hasn't
June 27 p Commissioner Slinky came
to power he do so on the platform of bringing gazillions in grant
dollars to the county. That ain't happened either.
June 27 p Our lead story in the next
Communicator deals with a $75,000 request for a new ambulance. The request
was denied by the CCC while they sit on over a $1m in coal severance dollars.
June 27 p Word came Friday that Robert
C is back in the hospital in serious condition. When the Senator leaves
us, the state will be in even worse shape. Best of get well wishes extended
to the senior Senator.
June 27 p We suffered this week with
temps in the upper 90s and humidity even higher. Great for the tomatoes
and beans but boy it's tough on everything else.
June 26 p Floyd Sargent,
88, of Clay, see OBITUARY page
June 26 p Fietta Magdaline DeMoss,
74, of Procious, see OBITUARY page
June 25 a After several days of temps
in the high 90s and humidity capable of wilting even the strongest, happy
Friday morning. Hope your air conditioner is working well.
June 25 a Everything from basketball
and softball games to yard sales & family reunions fill the weekend.
Marlyn Starcher is hosting a big time auction at his place Saturday. Check
out the latest Communicator for a complete run down on Marlyn's auction.
June 25 a The radio station is holding
Bingo games tonight at the Senior Center at Two Run. Doors open at 6 and
fun starts at 6:30pm. Bingo is a fundraiser for non profit 101.7FM.
Their plan was to use bingo proceeds to grow their operation budget.
June 25 a With Commissioner Linky planning
to evict the group from the Fas Chek parking lot, those Bingo proceeds
may have to be used to cover moving expenses. Come out and support something
few other communities can be proud of, a local, independent FM station.
June 25 a Whether you're passing
thru and spending the weekend at the campground, it's a great time to come
visit Clayberry.
June 25 a What started as a passing
idea is starting to take root. Last week this site mentioned a need for
colorful 4 by 8 signs handsomely painted to enhance the county and provide
much needed hype for tourists. Emails came offering labor and financial
support. A name was decided upon, Citizens Helping to Improve Tourism
(CHIT).
June 25 a Earlier this week new Eco
Dev Director Amanda Moore agreed to assist the project volunteers. CHIT
Heads include a financier, two artists, and a guy willing to attach
the signs to buildings. The goal is to have five signs designed, painted
and installed by mid July.
June 25 a CHIT Head needs: We're looking
for five building owners around town, county, that would allow the new
signs to be erected on their property. Email this site if you're interested.
June 25 a The School Board met
last night. With the Superintendent and Bus Czar retiring and two Boardsters
unelected from office, there were many war stories of old and smiles as
they were being told. Gene King turned on the alligator tears as he recalled
times when there wasn't enough money to make ends meet..
June 25 a Although the new Super doesn't
take charge until next week, there was change too
June 25 a The meeting was held down
the hall in larger, cleaner feeling digs. The new place is more techy,
properly wired for laptop based video usage. The agenda was properly posted.
Nice changes so far.
June 25 a Enjoy a sun filled weekend.
June 24 p Bonnie Mae Wilkinson,
83, see OBITUARY page
June 24 p Hot and very humid
is the talk of the county this week. Those without A/C are suffering
June 24 Tonight the School Board meets
in rescheduled session complete with a legal and posted agenda. Location
is the Standard Bryant Annex on Gump Street. This will be the last meeting
for Boardsters Ric Tanner and Jim Dawson who lost during their election
attempt. These are the last few days in power for the Somber Super
who retires June 30th.
June 24 p Responsible parents
know the worth of teaching their snot lickers to swim. Swimming classes
begin Monday over at the Public Pool. See ADVISORY page for details.
June 24 p The Auction House
Restaurant at Two Run just added a six day a week breakfast menu.
The morning stuff will be served daily, 8 to 8pm.
June 24 p There was a dandy County
Commission meeting held Wed. Lasted over two hours! Full details in the
Communicator but for now....
June 24 p CCC appoints volunteers
to the various govt committees. Yesterday all the reappointments went quick
and without discussion 'cept one, Michael Boggs who serves on the BDA.
According to Slinky poo, several of the BDA members vow to resign if Boggs
is reappointed .Big long discussion insued. In the end, Commissioners voted
to reappoint Mike Boggs for 30 days instead of the normal 3 year term.
During that 30 days, talks will be held away from the public.
June 24 p Complicating the matter,
Boggs also sits on the secretive Clay Economic Coalition which hired and
oversees the new Eco Dev Director. If off the BDA, would Boggs also be
off that secret group.
June 24 p Secret? Well, they
have never posted a meeting agenda nor have they even made public when
the group meets.
June 24 p Also from the CCC meeting,
Ambulance Director Bev King wants $75,000 from CCC funds to purchase a
new ambulance. Her request met resistance. Stuff like, you don't have a
dollar in your checking account and you don't make enough money to
pay for a vehicle loan.
June 24 p In May less than 90
ambulance runs were made. June looks worse with around 60 runs to date.
That's a good indication of the future financial picture.
June 24 p Here's a cutey. During the
lively discussion to purchase a new unit, Linky suggested that Bev King
make a strong effort to reduce cost in the future.
June 24 p At discussion end and with
a new unit off the table, CCC OK'd spending $27,000 in insurance
$$$$ (settlement for a burned out ambulance last Spring) to purchase a
used unit.
June 24 p And finally from the Wed
morning engagement a glimpse into back room Courthouse stuff. In
a nutshell, sounds like our wittle Sheriff wants an old 911 repeater (owned
by the CCC) to be installed for law enforcement use. 911 Director Beets
said he could do that but when the new digital system comes on line this
fall, the repeater will not work.
June 24 p What wasn't said: Sounded
like our Top Badge wants to have his own repeater so he can start his own
dispatch service out of his Courthouse office. Can you imagine the problems
that would come with that set up... not to mention the liability there!
June 24 p For scanner listeners, once
that new digital radio system is up and running, your old scanner (analog)
will no longer pick up the conversations. A quick online check revealed,
new digital scanners run upwards of $400 each. Yikes!
June 23 a West Virginians have been
told for decades how good coal is for the state. There is now a new
report made public showing a completely different picture. The June
22nd Downstream Strategies report adds in all the true costs of mining
and comes up with the millions it really costs our state annually.
June 23 a Although good, eye awakening
anyway, they forgot to mention stuff like medical bills and loss of life
in their presentation.
June 22 late p Amos Paul O’Dell,
79, see OBITUARY page
June 22 p From the email bag: LOST
on Widen Ridge Road or on the 4-wheeler trail from Dundon to Swandale,
a black Nikon camera. If you find this camera there is a reward,
please contact me at 587-6060.
June 22 p There's a lot of us that
regularly frequent the WV Jail web site.
Some of us check it a couple times a day. That site has been down for two
days now. There is a little message on the "place holder" which reads "
wvrja.com expired on 06/14/2010 and is pending renewal or deletion".
June 22 p As of 2 pm today, the site
is still off line for Clayberry. Sounds like the state didn't pay it's
bill on time.
June 22 p Men there's a new scam out
in the cruel world. Here's what happens: Two nice-looking, college-aged
girls will come over to your car or truck as you are packing your purchases
into your vehicle. They both start wiping your windshield with a rag and
Windex, with their breasts almost falling out of their skimpy T-shirts.
(It's impossible not to look).
When you thank them
and offer them a tip, they say 'No' but instead ask for a ride to McDonald's.
You agree and they climb into the vehicle. On the way, they start undressing.
Then one of them starts crawling all over you, while the other one steals
your wallet.
I had my wallet stolen
May. 4th, 9th, 10th, twice on the 15th, 17th, and the 20th plus on June
1st & 4th, twice on the 8th, 16th, and 20th. Tell your friends to be
careful. What a horrible way to take advantage of us older men. Warn your
friends to be vigilant.
June 22 p Ever want an embroidered
shirt or cap? Adam Tanner from Nebo has opened "EmbroidMe" in the Kanawha
Mall in Charleston. Open till 6pm M thru F, his number is 304 925-2202.
June 22 p County Commission meets Wed
morning at 10am. Big long agenda too.
June 21 a For Courthouse workers around
the state, today is a holiday.
June 21 a Low and behold, you're not
going to believe this next item clickers. Sit down.
June 21 a After years of absolute shunning
open meeting law requirements, the School Board posted their
meeting agenda in a timely manner. What a nice change. Hope the practice
of informing the public continues when new leadership takes the helm July
1st.
June 21 a Be sure to check out the
agenda for the winner of who gets to be the Principals of CCHS and Clay
Elem.
June 21 a The norm is for the Sc. Board
to meet the first and third Monday of each month. That ain't happening
this time around. Instead, the Board will convene Thursday evening at 6:15
in the Standard Bryant Annex building on Gump Street.
June 21 a Last week we started a campaign
to cheaply and quickly dress up downtown Clay with colorful signs mounted
on buildings around the hamlet.
June 21 a There was a time in Clay
when Saturday's were packed with shoppers. Saturday nights were also packed
with those seeking social enhancement via the bar scene.
June 21 a Last Saturday was a good
indication of how important something has to be done to attract people
into Clay. Main Street was dead. Parking spaces were empty as were
the few remaining stores.
June 21 a The quicker the sooner
for those new signs, and then flowers, benches, and attractive store fronts.
June 20 a Shirley Elizabeth Woody,
94, of Wallback, see OBITUARY page
June 20 a Happy Father's Day Dad's
everywhere
June 20 a No wrap-up this week but
a couple notes.
June 20 a A little after 1am Saturday
morning Clay County's
Jamie Morris,
John
Amos Morris, and
Richard
Crites were arrested. As of 3pm Sunday, they're still lodged in Central
Regional Jail.
June 20 a Those up that late noticed
several Badge mobiles gathered at the old Valley Fork School sometime around
1am Saturday morning. Another guy saw blue lights galore at, near, Bullard's
Exxon at Maysel shortly thereafter. Our guess is, another drug bust.
June 20 a For Jamie, a guy that was
born with the proverbial silver spoon in his mouth, this bust comes on
top of several others including one just a month or so back, down
in Nitro.
June 20 a John Amos Moris is one of
those "H of a nice guy" types that appears to be on the wrong road of life.
Real sad for John Amos.
June 20 a Both Morris' are charged
with Felonies and the Crites guy with a misdemeanor
June 20 a Our second post comes from
the WV Supreme Court web site where Tommy Young Jr tried to appeal (#100416)
a sentencing order after being convicted of grand larceny and serving
a youthful offender program. The Big Robes under the Gold Dome decided,
5 - 0, wrong -o Jr, the lower courts decided just fine thank you. Appeal
denied.
June 17 a Allen “Lacy” Fitzwater,
65, of Maysel, see OBITUARY page
June 17 a Lets talk dumb. Yesterday
morning a shirtless guy robbed Go Mart. His target, a 24 pack of beer.
Go Mart is covered with cameras making a clean get away nearly impossible.
If that ain't dumb enough, the guy managed to wreck his vehicle during
the get away.
June 17 a Dumb Dumber.... Turns
out the guy had an outstanding felony warrant against him from 2001 and
that too is now hanging over his head.
June 17 a Meet Christopher Hayes
June 17 a The weekend is here. Tonight
WYAP is hosting a healthy change from couch potato to athlete. Tonight
is a cornhole challenge at 7pm followed by a Drive In Movie featuring "Dante
Peak". No charge for nothin and held in the WYAP parking lot.
June 17 a Don't forget the pool is
open for business.
June 17 a Last night we came up with
an idea for a self grown initiative to make the place look better and to
grow tourism. The idea is to artfully paint 4 x 8 panels and hang them
on various buildings in and around the Town of Clay. Read Thursday's post
for details.
June 17 a Seems there is quite an interest
in the CHIT notion. So far volunteers include one guy willing to finance
at least part of the cost, two others willing to do the painting of the
signs, another willing to work to get the signs on buildings, and host
of others thinking it's a good idea.
June 17 a How about you? Willing to
pitch in? Just email to get the ball started.
June 16 late p Dennis F.
Winemiller, 54, of Maysel, see OBITUARY page
June 16 late p Get well wishes extended
to Brian Adkins.
June 16 late p Interested in hosting
a foreign exchange student? Details over on the ADVISORY page
June 16 late p The lead story
in the Communicator covers Commissioner Linky's back room plan to evict
the local radio station from the Fas Chek parking. The paper's only been
out 24 hours but already we're receiving comments. Like this one:
the County Commission is on to something here. They really do need
the Fas Chek parking lot, and it's all about economic development.
If I may, just picture this. More convenient available parking means
our one TRUE natural resource here, that being litigation, can flourish
naturally. More highly-paid lawyers from Charleston and elsewhere,
happy with their short walk from the courthouse, will see fit to dine in
our restaurants, peruse the wares in our yard sales, and grab a cold drink
on the way back out of town to subdivisions in Teays Valley, Southridge,
and elsewhere. The Commission could even refer to it as "litigational
tourism" in a brochure. The trickle-down economic windfalls for this
county could be immense. Forget radio stations, rivers, and railroads......our
next golden era lies here.
June 16 late p A couple days
back we posted a picture of a nicely painted 4 x 8 sheet of plywood that
was attached to the side of a building in Elkins. The idea is to add some
color to an otherwise not so pretty spot. Our thought was some kind of
pretty artwork to highlight places like Lake Sampson, the Elk, maybe dirt
track racing, maybe the swining bridge, and beautiful vistas. There are
plenty of places around the Town, County for that matter, that would be
suitable for the improvement.
June 16 late p Since that posting,
we've received some very encouraging emails. Like...
June 16 late p A couple people have
volunteered to do the painting if the project takes off.
June 16 late p Another guy came up
and said, don't wait on the BDA, CAEZ, or some govt agency to do something,
do it yourself.
June 16 late p With that in mind. How
about a new volunteer group, Citizens Helping to Increase Tourism. Otherwise
known as the CHIT group. People are already talking about it. Often you
hear, "There ain't CHIT in Clay!" Has a certain ring
to it don't you think?.
June 16 late p Seriously, anyone interested?
Email
June 16 a The Communicator made it
to distributors in four counties yesterday afternoon. Lead story covers
Commissioner Link's plans to root out the local radio station from its
Main St Clay location as well as serious problems with 911 dispatch services.
Good reading from cover to cover as one old gentleman told us.
June 16 a After 28 hours of typing,
formatting, distribution and then a long night's rest, we're getting back
to good.
June 16 a 97 degrees was seen in Clayberry
Tuesday and Summer doesn't even officially begin for another week. Temps
like that make the Clay Swimming pool look even better.
June 16 a The answer for Monday's online
picture detective question... That's a picture of the leaf springs under
the Tygart Flyer locomotive which operates in the Elkins area.
June 16 a USDA: 18% of all farmers
and about 50% of all dairy producers are uninsured. Medical costs
have soared 130% in the last 8 years
June 16 a USDA Small farms account
for 91% of all US farms ( small farms earn less than $250,000 per year).
60% of those earn less than $10,000 per year.
June 16 a There were 800,000 small
commercial farms in the USA in 2007.
June 16 a O A Battista: A neighbor
is a person that can get to your house in less than a minute and takes
two hours to go back home.
June 15 p From the email bag: LOST:
small male bluetick beagle, 8 mth pup, Hansford fork, Wallback, Valley
Fork area, possibly Spread Park area. call 587 7998
June 15 5:30 am Raining like mad in
Clayberry with strong thunder rumbling the shutters.
June 15 5:30 a Go back to bed!
No updates until we get the Communicator all done up.
June 14 11:30am It's humid, gray,
sticky hot, and every once in a while, a little wet stuff sprinkles down.
It feels like the sky is ready to open up on Clayberry. Be careful out
there.
June 14 a From the National Weather
Service: Recent rainfall has saturated soils across the area. With ample
moisture in the atmosphere... and multiple disturbances passing through
the region... scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected to continue
through Wednesday evening... some with very heavy rain. These conditions
pose a threat for flash flooding through Wednesday evening. Strong
thunderstorms will be capable of producing rainfall of 1 to 2 inches per
hour.
June 14 a Be careful Clayberry, we're
listed on the watch list as well as all surrounding counties.
June 14 a Delegate Dave Walker provided
a Legislative Update column now posted over on the ADVISORY page.
June 14 a From Phil Kabler in Sunday's
Gazette: 1/5th of Marshall University tuition dollars go to the sports
program. 1/5 works out to about $900 per student each year.
June 14 a After five full summers of
being committed each Saturday, the ace cub reporter retired from those
outdoor music shows and is taking some time off. No weekend wrap up this
time around but some info from his weekend travels.
June 14 a With a restored train station,
tourist trains, weekend music shows, and a downtown area complete with
trees, benches, flowers and removed overhead power lines, Elkins is seeing
an increase in the tourism business. The changes began 10 years ago when
CSX offered their old train yard and rundown train station to the town
for $1.
June 14 a Get this. Elkins Town Council
refused the offer. Does that leadership sound familiar to anybody
else?
June 14 a Instead of local leadership
running with the ball, an economic development group came in, bought the
asset, and is developing the place into an artsy fartsy, well groomed,
three day destination spot for travelers. Last
weekend , in Elkins, license plates from five states were seen as well
as tour buses from Minnesota and Idaho. New money
flowed.
June 14 a Lets see now... we have the
potential for a train ride... a campground that could look good .... music
shows chocked full of West Virginia talent ...dirt track racing .. Lake
Sampson .. the Elk River .... and a four block downtown area complete with
a historic building.
June 14 a And yet, leaders fight ,
refuse to work together, and grow Clayberry as a draw for weekend travelers.
June 14 a We're working on the Communicator.
No updates until we get it to bed sometime Tuesday morning.
June 12 a from Valedz survivor Rikki
Ott: While President Obama insists that the federal government is
firmly in control of the response to BP's spill in the Gulf, people in
coastal communities where I visited last week in Louisiana and Alabama
know an inconvenient truth: BP -- not our president -- controls the response.
In fact, people on the ground say things are out of control in the gulf.
June 12 a Corporate
Big Brother is here.
June 12 a Check our Events page for
things to do in Clayberry.
June 12 a Your web guru is taking the
weekend off while heading to Pocahantas and Randolph Counties.
June 12 a Hope your weekend goes well.
But no matter what, get off your duff and have some fun. It's Summer Time!!
June 11 p In addition to doo doo Link's
antics....
June 11 p Clay County Park at Maysel
is a taxpayer funded recreation center for the county. the off the beaten
track place has a ball field, running track, concession stand, and large
multi purpose building. Since opening, complaints have come in. One of
the biggest is the ball field being locked down 24 hours a day making Dad's
practicing pitching with their kids, impossible.
June 11 p Even when such came before
the commission, nothing changed. It might now.
June 11 p Petitions are being
circulated around the county demanding a children's playground at the park.
Currently County Clay has no public playgrounds. Not a swing set, slide,
horseshoe
court, merry go round, teeter totter.... none.
June 11 p Interested in such a petition
seeking a playground? They're available in the County Clerk's office.
June 11 p While alerting the world
to Clayberry head scratchers, how about a Top Badge update.
June 11 p State code reads that
a West Virginia Sheriff is considered a full time elected official once
their fifth Deputy is hired. In this county we have Deputies Rider,
Slack, Belt, Paxton, Legg.
June 11 p The law of the land also
says, no full time Top Badge can have any other employment.
June 11 p The latest Communicator lists
the salaries of all school system employees. That list includes employment
of our Sheriff as a bus driver.
June 11 p Hmmmmmmmmm......
June 11 a Tonight's corn hole challenge
in the WYAP parking lot begins at 7pm. For those wanting something not
so strenuous, there's Basket Bingo at the Lion's Club . Both on Main Street
June 11 Saturday brings the Consignment
Auction action over in Two Run. They've got a new auctioneer over there.
Marlyn Starcher is the newbee. Deals start at 7pm.
June 11 a Campground for
overnight stays, the mighty Elk, Lake Sampson, Dirt Track racing at O'Brion,
auction fun, Friday night Cornhole and a drive in movie. Don't get any
better than that clickers! Include Clayberry in your summer vacation
plans.
June 11 a We've been giving County
Commissioner Jerry Slinkinooooger double H for his tax payer funded backdoor
approach of eliminating the local radio station from Main Street Clay.
Many emails have already came thru. Thanks
June 11 a For those that think having
a source for summer time events, outdoor music celebrations, and a place
for locals to raise $$$, a favor.
June 11 a How about calling up the
Linkster and tell him how important a local station is to the community
and economy. His home number is 304-548-5786 or on his cell 304 651-4656.
Thanks in advance.
June 11 a From the email bag: Where
is the parents at these days while thier kids are out destorying other
peoples mailboxes?Your kid goes out the road with ball bats not going to
play any ball games or no ball in thier hands.Wouldnt u wonder where thiy're
taking them?Most concerned parents would but these parents are not watching
thier kids ,They have taken mail out of some boxes and tore some up and
bent several mail box flags on Twistabout Rd and Left Fork Rd? Well the
law needs to get involed and if the parents cannot watch thier kids no
better than that they need to go somewhere where they can be watched,This
is a serious crime that shouldnt be ignored or slapped on the wrist for.Those
kids get away with this serious crime what will they do next?Something
to think about!!!! Tee Crimm
June 10 p Forgot to mention in the
morning post, Clay Roane PSD meets tonight at 7pm at the Procious Water
Plant. Agenda is posted on the ADVISORY page
June 10 a Car look like a mud ball?
CCHS kids are hosting a car wash in the Rite Aid parking lot today beginning
at 10 am. Good cause and a shiny new ride to boot.
June 10 a For those that are , were
, involved with Boy Scouts over the years, something big is coming this
weekend. Up at Buckskin Scout Camp near Marlinton in Pocahantas County,
there is a 50 year reunion of the camp. Everyone is invited to a meet and
greet weekend with the old timers. A chance to remember and expand stories
of old. Should be fun. For details, the BSA office (Charleston) number
is 304 340 3663.
June 10 a The Communicator comes out
Tuesday afternoon. Deadline for email submissions is Sunday afternoon.
June 10 a Clayberry has a non profit
community radio station located in the old Fas Chek parking lot. On May
26th, County Commission voted to lease (for $3000) that lot to meet the
pipe dream needs for additional Courthouse parking. Even before the official
vote last month, word on the street had it that CCC Prez Link was behind
the lease and doing so for one reason.
June 10 a That reason? Not for parking
but as a political vendetta against the ace cub reporter who volunteers
at 101.7 FM. It ain't a rumor no more.
June 10 a During Wed morning's CCC
meeting, a rep from WYAP asked questions on the future of the station after
the CCC signs the now being prepared lease. Linky did not dispute the rumor.
June 10 a Head honcho Slinky said he
felt the Courthouse needed the entire parking lot to meet their needs.
As for being evicted, he wouldn't provide an answer in spite of repeated
questioning. As for the non profit group staying on the lot until next
summer when a proposed grant funded farmer's market is set up, Link said
that wasn't a real possibility.
June 10 a YAP radio warm
weather events bring in 100s of people to the town. It adds $1000s
to the economy. It's also the only summer time "draw" in downtown Clay.
June 10 a How sad one tiny little
politician is working to destroy the family fun offering and further reduce
the economic base in the county's only town. Link's personal vendetta
is another sad example of what's wrong in Clayberry.
June 9 p Jeraldine Lynn “Jerri”
Summers, 53, of Clay, see OBITUARY page
June 9 a This Wed morning there is
a real chance of heavy rainfall and strong gusts of winds affecting our
county. Check out the full report by clicking the weather button to the
left of this page.
June 9 a County Commission meets this
morning at 10 am. It's been a while since Larry Darryl and Darryl raised
any controversy. They are ripe to do something dumb.
June 9 a High fructose corn syrup
replaced natural sugar in most of our foods back in the 80s. Reason being,
it's much cheaper to use. Since then obesity and diabetes rates have skyrocketed.
June 9 a You may have noticed
new mentions on many products, "this product now contains real sugar".
Ever wonder why?
June 9 a One Princeton
University report reveals what happens when high fructose corn syrup
is used in our foods.
June 9 a By the way, back in the 80's
when Coke and Pepsi switched to the cheaper sweetener ... there was no
price reduction in their product. The CEO's just got richer and richer.
June 8 a Education ended weeks ago.
Books are put away. Grades are all marked. Bulletin boards are taken down.
Kids can't sit still. Smiles are everywhere. Today is the last day of school
before summer break.
June 8 a Meeting wise, Library Board
meets tonight. County Commission convenes Wed morning at 10 am. Clay Roane
PSD holds their monthly gathering Thursday evening
June 8 a Lots of changes made during
last night's Sch Bd meeting
June 8 a Clay Elem Principal Danny
Brown moved to the Asst Superintendent position. CHS Principal Mike Mullins
moved up to the Bus Czar position in the Bd office.
June 8 a Asst Principal Erica Samples
left hat position and went back to the classroom.
June 8 Eric Cole became the Middle
School's basketball coach
June 8 a Greg Knopp replaced Jason
Nichol's as CMS Asst Football Coach
June 8 a Barry Payton moved to Asst
Girl's Basketball Coach position
June 8 a Run off from the highway in
front of CCHS is diverted thru an old metal culvert. That rusted out pipe
is allowing wa wa to run right into the mini auditorium. Last night a rep
from the local State Road group was present and provided: Folks, things
ain't like there were years ago. Now adays, it takes high up authority
to allow a fix to the culvert. Without that high class OK, the locals can't
do a thang.
June 8 a With the personnel changes
made last night, there's a bunch more shuffling in the works. Like, filling
the CHS Principal slot Clay Elem and Asst Clay Elem Principal positions.
Behind the scenes, the Pentagon is working overtime to get the changes
made before new Board members come to office in three weeks.
June 8 a Board meetings go without
discussion. About 99.9% of the time, the all vote in lock step.
June 8 a Last night before the vote
for the Bus Czar, Boardster Beth Cercone asked stuff like: How many applicants
were there, were they interviewed, and what determined Mike Mullins as
the best candidate?
June 8 a Details in the next Communicator.
June 7 p Collis Herman
“Sam” Goad, 85, of Wallback, see OBITUARY page
June 7 p On Mr Goad and not mentioned
in the obit, we understand there will be a wake held tonght, 6 to 8 pm
over at Wilson's.
June 6 late p Webster Clyde Sinnett,
see OBITUARY page
June 6 p No big news from the last
seven days but some interesting tidbits for your rainy Sunday afternoon
edification...
June 6 p Last weekend the local radio
station hosted their Small Town America Memorial Day weekend in downtown
Clay. Many people participated during the only draw for the Main St section
of the county. Colorful balloons, great music, corn hole challenges and
people having a good time.
June 6 p Hard to imagine what it would
be like without that volunteer group being the centerpiece for tourism
growth in the Town of Clay.
June 6 p Behind the scenes the wheels
in school system land are spinning in high gear. They have to get their
ducks in a row before the new Board is seated July 1st. With Kenneth
Tanner named as the new Superintendent, the job shuffle is underway. Here's
what the coffeehouse crowd has pegged. Clay Elementary Principal Danny
Brown will move to Asst Superintendent. Clay High VoAg Principal Michelle
Paxton will move to the Clay Elem slot.
June 6 p Bus Czar Larry Legg retired
with Clay High Principal Mike Mullins taking that perch. With a new Super
in place, Phil Dobbins will dust off his Principal suits and return to
that position.
June 6 p Years ago the Business Development
Authority had the chance to purchase the old state road garage for $1.
With infinite wisdom they chose not to mentioning there would be too many
headaches with owning the place. During last Thursday's BDA meeting, the
same offer may still be available and this time it looks like our appointed
folks are in favor it.
June 6 p Tommy Fitzwater was told to
stay away from BDA meetings a few years back. The reason? He asked too
many embarrassing questions and provided too many ideas for things to do.
June 6 p Since then, Fitz was appointed
to the group. On the 3rd he suggested that the group actually do
something. He suggestion was to hand out (pay for) vouchers to any resident
of the county so we could take our junk stuff to a legal landfill.
June 6 p Watch out clickers, they'll
probably tell him to stay home again!
June 6 p Another guy suggested that
the BDA pay for a high speed internet connection for the Widen Community
Center. They idea being, it may serve as a draw to get people into that
much under used building. The BDA wasn't too thrilled with the notion of
empowering the people.
June 6 p Friday morning a Bomont lady
lost her life when her truck flipped into the Elk River pinning her under
the water level. Real sad.
June 6 School is just about over
for another year. Just two more days on the official calendar. With just
field trips, movies, and games planned, many kids made Friday their last
day of school.
June 6 p Under a hot muggy sky
Saturday, some took naps. Others worked the gardens and did lawn work.
June 6 p Dribbles of rain on Sunday
made taking a nap much easier.
June 6 p Summer is just getting started
but the Apple folks are makiing plans for their Fall extravaganza. Details
for the Queen Pageants now posted on the Advisory page.
June 4 p Lets see now, stuff
to do....
June 4p Tonight at 7 is a special
food auction over at the BDA Auction House.
June 4p Fola Baptist has a big Gospel
Sing at 7pm
June 4 p The radio station is offering
a corn hole challenge beginning at 7pm tonight. By the way they ain't doing
Saturday night outdoor music shows this summer, they couldn't find a volunteer
willing to commit to the heavy load. Instead, they've started healthy stuff
like Corn hole challenges each Friday night in June as well as basketball
rims at the station for pick up games .
June 4 p How about a free breakfast.
Big Otter FD is offering a fre pancake and sausage breakfat Saturday morning
beginning at 8am
June 4 p Inside yard sale over
at Clay Middle School Saturday morning.
June 4 p And. there's a big 3 D Archery
Shoot over at the archery shop there. See details over on the EVENTS page.
June 4 p Tomorrow is a big day for
the Editor of The Communicator and that tubby, ace cub reporter. Both celebrate
naval day, the day they got their belly buttons.
June 4 p Just got this
email: As a former resident of Clay Co., WV, I was appalled by what
I experienced and then later learned on Sunday, May 30th 2010. During one
of my many trips to Clay Co. each year, I visit many cousins and cemeteries
in the area and was disturbed to discover an extremely dangerous cave-in
on Horse Ridge just off Villanova. However when I later learned that, to
keep the children safe, the bus driver stops the bus, has the children
get off the bus, crosses the cave-in then has the children cross and re-board
the bus, I was shocked beyond belief! The driver should be not only commended
but heartily thanked for putting the children’s safety first but the county
should be ashamed! Why in the name of all that is important, can this dangerous
situation not be fixed? There is no excuse for the welfare of not only
the children and bus driver but for every individual who uses that road
to be put at risk because the “money is tight”! I feel certain in a situation
like this, it could be found. Please, find a way to keep the residents
of my home county safe and able to travel. Sincerely, Pearl Comer
Nutt
June 4 p The BDA met last night. In
the way of new ideas and getting something moving along, didn't happen.
But, we think the first shades of resistance to the new county wide
Economic Development Coordinator, Amanda Moore. No, no big fights
or tongue lashing, but still, most feel it's coming.
June 4 p One thing did happen.
After years of foot dragging, a BDA web
site is now viewable here. The BDA spent $100's two years ago for a
"pro" to set up their site but other than a place holder, they got nothing
for our taxpayer dollars.
June 3 a Storms left many without power
in the last couple days. Out Triplett Ridge a big tree knocked out service.
June 3 a The 12 member Clay County's
Business Development Authority meets tonight at 5:30pm in the CCC room
at the Courthouse. Big long agenda including voting in new by laws. Currently
two officers and one member of the group are enough to call, hold a meeting
and make decisions.
June 3 That part of the by laws was
added 8 years ago when BDA Big Cheeses got all bent out of shape and wanted
to do future decisions in secret. The new by laws are suppose to eliminate
such bogus foolishness.
June 3 a This edition of The Communicator
includes the school system salaries for 2009. For those with questioning
minds, those are the exact figures from the Board office itself.
June 3 a We still have some good people
left in Clayberry. Last night two senior citizens were stranded beside
the road near Lake Sampson and a guy stopped and replaced their flat tire.
June 3 a Thanks Frank Morris.
June 3 a CAEZ met Tuesday evening.
Other than finances, it was a ho hum meeting.
June 3 a based on comments during the
Finance committee meeting, it sounded like the group was transferring from
here and there to keep the doors open. That operations figure amounts to
around $6000 per month. Adding it all together, it sounds like there's
enough $$$ to stay afloat for about 6 months unless new dollars arrive.
June 3 a Their hope is, enough grant
"administrator" fees will arrive in the nick of time.
June 3 a Originally funded thru an
Al Gore notion, CAEZ's Federal Enterprise Community status expired 4 years
ago. Back then when money was real tight, we commented, last person out,
turn off the light bulb.
June 3 a We might be wrong again.
June 1 a Florene Nichols Fitzwater,
75, of Clay, see OBITUARY page
June 1 a The Communicator is now on
news stands. 24 pages of real news and views second to none. Nothing like
it anywhere!
June 1 a Drinking water at the correct
time maximizes its effectiveness on the Human body:
2 glasses of water after waking
up - helps activate internal organs 1 glass of
water 30 minutes before a meal - helps digestion
1 glass of water before taking a bath - helps lower blood pressure
1 glass of water before going to
bed - avoids stroke or heart attack
June 1 a The Hanshaw benefit has been
postponed a later date
June 1 a Update coming
May 31 p We're on a Memorial Day break
today. Tonight we work all night getting the Communicator out the door.
Should be on the news stands Tuesday afternoon around 4pm
May 31 p Meeting wise, CAEZ meets at
4pm and again with the full Board at 6pm. Clay Town Council also convenes
at 6pm in the old Chevy dealership building.
May 31 p You're on your own 'til we
get the paper all wrapped up and in print. Good luck.
May 30 a Before our look back...
May 30 a Have some fun this today during
WYAP's Small Town America Celebration in downtown Clay. Lawnmower races
at 1:30. Be there around 12:45 for warm ups. 3 on 3 basketball is another
new addition to the non profit's offerings. Cornhole Championship
and 7pm Concert round out a great way to Spend a Sunday in Clayberry. Full
details on the wyap.com web portal.
May 30 a We had an eventful week.
May 30 a County Commission all agreed
that they needed more parking spaces for all the visitors, jurors, and
such. They voted to spend $3000 to lease the old Fas Chek parking lot.
That's great! As soon as the paperwork is signed, all the employee vehicles
can be moved to the lot freeing up places for handicapped and
those needing less than hour for Courthouse business.
May 30 a We saw the first step in the
changing of the guard Thursday evening when the School Board selected Kenneth
Tanner as the new Superintendent replacing Larry Gillespie. Just like dominos
falling, with Tanner moving up and Bus Czar Larry Legg retiring, the jumping
around begins. all the moves should be in place well before the new Boardsters
take their seats July 1st.
May 30 a 120 + graduating seniors walked
across the stage at Clay High completing their 12 (maybe 13 for some) educational
years. They are free at last.
May 30 a This weekend a small band
of volunteers from 101.7 FM hosted the Small Town America Celebration on
Main Street. Locals and visitors laughed, danced to the Twist, hulla hooped,
ate hot dogs, and applauded great West Virginia musical talent.
May 30 a Under bright sunshine
filled skies and temps in the 90s, around 2 pm Saturday, an overhead
electric wire blew up and fell to the ground behinf Tiff's T Shirt store
on Main Street. There was a complete loss of power for all of downtown
Clay and other parts of the county.
May 30 a That broken line dropped on
the animal rescue kennel killing several helpless animals. Very sad.
May 30 a Summer is officially here.
Shorty shorts and halter tops are driving male teeny boppers wild. Air
conditoners roared to life. As we watered our gardens and planted
more veges and flowers, long forgotten is the nasty Dec 19th snow storm
which crippled the county for over a week.
May 28 a What we've been waiting for
since that nasty Dec 19th record snowfall started, the start of summer,
is finally here. For our far away clickers, come home to County Clay.
May 28 a CCHS Class of
55 celebrating their 55th reunion, Welcome back.
May 28 a Did you know Connie's walk
in drive up now has swirly soft serve? A diabetic's dream come true and
close at hand, the triangle at Two Run
May 28 a No Friday or Saturday night
auctions this weekend.
May 28 a Big Otter Community Center
Friday night concerts closed for the summer months.
May 28 a Over at Pat's Sports Bar (Spread
Park) live band tonight and Saturday evenings.
May 28 a As has been the case for several
years, the local radio station is again hosting Small Town America Celebrations
this Summer. The fun starts tonight with $$$ Bingo over at the Senior Center
at Two Run. Doors open at 6:30 with games beginning at 7pm.
May 28 a Since printing the original
Celebration schedule there have been additions. Stuff like a 3 on 3 Basketball
Tournament Sunday afternoon and the Disturbing the Peace teen band for
the Sunday evening concert. See revised schedule on wyap.com
May 28 a 101.7 FM still offers
great outdoor music shows but some changes are being made this season.
Instead of eating hot dogs and listening to music.... they're adding Friday
evening Corn hole Tournaments Friday in June. Basketball hoops (one
already, thanks Bo Mullins family) are being added to the parking lot for
folks to enjoy anytime they want. Also, Saturday morning the Clay
County Streakers Club forms at 11am. The idea is get young and old walking
in groups, more fun and safer too.
May 28 a Saturday morning is graduation
for the CCHS Class of 2010. It's been a long haul with most holding high
expectations for life. Unfortunately many of the kids think
they have an entitlement to jobs at $20 per hour. They also think they
will advance to company CEO in 2 years. Ahhhhh... they have a rude
awakening comin their way.
May 28 a Best of luck for the Class
of 2010.
May 28 a We'll be posting pics from
the Celebration as the weekend progresses. Check back each evening for
a look.
May 28 a Communicator comes out Tuesday.
Email submissions this weekend.
May 28 a Happy Memorial Day weekend
to one and all.
May 27 late p Without a speech or even
a photo op with the Board, Kenneth Tanner was voted in as the new School
Super. His three year contract nets a cool $85,000 plus benefits.
May 27 late p Bus Czar Larry Legg's
resignation (retirement) was accepted. It's normal for a retiree to say
a few words of thanks. Mr Legg chose not to say anything.
May 27 a Not sure why they couldn't
do the agenda items during a regular meeting but...
May 27 a Our Board of Ed will convene
a special meeting this evening at 6:15 at the Pentagon on the hill. A second
look at the agenda reveals a bunch going on in addition to hiring Kenneth
Tanner as the new Superintendent of Schools.
May 27 a Stuff like Rus Harper retiring
from CCHS and Bus Czar Larry Legg bailing out. Here's the agenda link and
be sure to click
down to page 2. The guys on the hill don't like it when too many things
happen all at once. throws off their side room deals to appoint who to
where. Opens up possibilities they haven't "thunk" through. Skeers em.
May 27 a Add to all that, two new Boardsters
taking seats July 1st, the Pentagon is in high gear to get deals and promises
completed in quick order.
May 27 a The radio station
is hosting the Small Town America Celebration this weekend. The Dog Run
4H club is providing the concessions for Saturday activities and concerts.
If your group would like to do a concession stand fundraiser during Sunday
family fun, email the station right away. Their address is wyap@frontiernet.net
May 27 a One other note on the Celebration.
compliments of the efforts of CCHSer Charles Newhouse, 101.7FM is offering
a 3 on 3 Basketball Challenge Sunday afternoon, after the lawnmower races.
Interested? Show up a little before 3:30 to sign up.
May 27 a County Commission met Wed
morning. Yelp, they voted to lease the IGA lot for additional parking
spaces. True they plan to have plenty of parking behind the old hardware
building when renovations are completed, according to Mike Pierson, that
may take a while to complete.
May 27 a Now they said they really
needed parking but later in the discussions, they mentioned maybe using
the lot for a farmer's market. Nice idea but if parking is needed.....
May 27 a The notion of a farmer's market
has been batted around for 15 years. This time around there's a new twist.
Since we're such an unhealthy lot according to all national surveys, this
time around, the farmer's market will be targeted at providing fresh produce
and fruit instead of our normal breakfast diet of Ho Hos and RC Cola.
May 27 a Two months ago our cowboy
Sheriff let go with a barrage of offensive language during a high speed
chase which ended in the death of a Nottingham subject. Many in the community
complained about the on air language by the Top Badge during the chase.
His poorly chosen words brought on a formal complaint.
May 27 a Item one on the Agenda was
discussing the matter. Most thought Larry Darryl and Darryl would run behind
closed doors post haste. Instead, CCC Prez Slinky casually mentioned the
process was ongoing as they work thru the matter.
May 27 a Present for part of the meeting,
the head furniture Badge listened intently while the CCC considered a new
policy manual which includes a section on dealing with out of control foul
language used by those on 911 radios. No decisions but look for a new manual
in place later this summer.
May 27 a One other note from those
discussions, Who gets control of new radios and radio passwords was brought
up. Not sure what battle has been ragin' in secret but it sort of felt
like our tubby little Sheriff was about to be cut out of the loop when
the new P&P manual is approved.
May 27 a Just a hunch clickers but
either his thong was all bunched up or somebody whizzed in his oatmeal
before the meeting.
May 27 a Communicator comes out Tuesday
afternoon. Deadline for submission is Saturday afternoon.
May 25 a A blonde was weed-eating her
yard and accidentally cut off the tail of her cat which was hiding in the
grass. She rushed her cat, along with the tail, over to WAL-MART.
Why WAL-MART?
May 25 a WALMART is the largest re-tailer
in the world.
May 25 a There's a touch of humidity
in the air and bright sunshine above.
May 25 a Wed morning the County Commission
meets at 10am. Thursday evening the Sch Board is holding a Special Meeting
to announce Kenneth Tanner as the next Sch Superintendent.
May 25 a OK clickers, it's time to
come up with a new nickname for Kenneth Tanner. Be creative and no potty
mouth.
May 25 a Noticed on the CCC agenda
the mention of leasing the old IGA parking lot for $3000. That's an interesting
one
May 25 a A year or so ago Larry Darryl
and Darryl purchased the old hardware and USPO buildings beside the Courthouse.
During that vote the elected folks said the area behind those buildings
would accommodate 100 new parking spaces.
May 25 a With another 50 or so
spots in the IGA lot, guess the elected ones think there's huge growth
coming to Clayberry.
May 25 a Memorial Day, the traditional
opening of Summer, comes in just a few days. Hawkie Keener has been sweeping
a winter's worth of filth from Main Street. The radio station is preparing
for the three day celebration..... But..
May 25 a Sad to say, many, most, businesses
in town remain flowerless, without attractive window dressing, and even
worse, they don't have an American flag on display. Someday business owners
will learn the importance of an attractive store front.
May 25 a Big happy face to Town maintenance
workers for putting the flags up on the Leonard poles in downtown and Upper
Class Two Run. Looks nice.
May 23 late p Greetings late Sunday
web viewers. Not weekend update this time.
May 23 p In a 2008 academic paper,
President Barack Obama's appointee to head the Office of Information and
Regulatory Affairs advocated "cognitive infiltration" of groups that advocate
"conspiracy theories" like the ones surrounding 9/11.
Cass Sunstein, a Harvard law professor, co-wrote an academic article entitled
"Conspiracy Theories: Causes and Cures," in which he argued that the government
should stealthily infiltrate groups that pose alternative theories on historical
events via "chat rooms, online social networks, or even real-space groups
and attempt to undermine" those groups. Pretty
scary stuff.
May 23 late p It has all the
markings of the next war, or even more. North
Korea in the cross hairs.
May 23 p Here's the details on
the AIG Banksters free and clear of any wrong dealing. We're
still paying.
May 22 a How many oil wells are there
in the Gulf of Mexico? Answer: 37,000. Doesn't that seem like enough?
May 22 a A total of 775 banks,
or one-tenth of all U.S. banks, were on the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp.'s
list of "problem" institutions in the first quarter, as bad loans in the
commercial real-estate market weighed on bank balance sheets. There were
702 on the FDIC's "problem" bank list at the end of 2009 and 252 at the
end of 2008. Not
yet out of the depression.
May 22 a If you're running Windows
Xp, here's a great
reference page for those pesky how do I questions.
May 21 p Bored? Nothing to do?
Yes there is!
May 21 p Tonight the Auction
house is hosting a special sale beginning at 7pm
May 21 p Big Community Center
will be alive and kicking with Art and Dave on stage.
May 21 p Fun Fun Fun but the rain is
coming
May 20 late p The little ace
cub reporter headed over to the Sch Bd office in wait of a Special meeting
just noticed on their web site. he waited... he waited.... Thinking that
the elected folks at the Pentagon were up to something... madder
madder he got
May 20 late p fuming, back
at the office after wasting 3o minutes, he reread the web based agenda.
May 20 late p Ahhhhh that special
meeting is slated for next Thursday.
May 20 p Just noticed on the School
Board web site, the Board is having a special meeting today at 6:15 for
the purpose of hiring a new Superintendent and any other business they
want to do. Meeting will be at the Board office on Gump Street
May 20 a Most of us know not to trust
the government. Here's another example of bogus speak. The nation's premier
public health agency knowingly used flawed data to claim that high lead
levels in the drinking water did not pose a health
risk to the public.
May 20 a Got a correction. We posted
that Rick Tanner quickly left the last Sc Board meeting without the normal
meet and greet time given victorious Morgy Triplett and Dave Mullins. Tanner
called yesterday to say that he did the meet and greet thang before the
meeting. We stand corrected.
May 20 a Calhoun County Commissioner
Bob Weaver operates the hurherald web site. He's got a nice write up on
the history
and passing of Murder Mountain's Renee Boyd.
May 19 p Overcast and drizzily, it's
a gray day in Clay
May 19 p The Communicator has
a working most of the time copier, supplies and stand for $15. Would be
fine for home or smal office. If you take the copier we'll throw
in a working coffee pot. First come first served. Stop by any afternoon
to pick up.
May 19 a Wake up it's another day in
Clay
May 19 a On Tuesday, the toll of American
dead in Afghanistan passed
1,000, after a suicide bomb in Kabul killed at least five United States
service members.
May 19 a If anyone knows why we are
in Afghanistan, please email.
May 19 a Texas has reached its goal
of having 10,000 megawatts of renewable energy capacity this year, 15
years earlier than scheduled. Coal Miners, like it or not,
the writing is on the wall.
May 19 a Last night a call went
out for an ambulance run to a man biten by a copperhead snake. A
few minutes later the dispatcher cancelled the call mentioning: They're
going to cancel, they don't have insurance.
May 19 a Hope the Obamacare hurries
up and gets here.
May 19 a From Monday's Sch Board meeting.
Afterwards, outgoing Boardster Jim Dawson stayed around to talk with election
winners Triplett and Mullins. Greeted, hand shakes all around, best wishes
and such. Not so with Ric Tanner who hurried out of the room and headed
to his vehicle.
May 19 a Me thinks there may be some
bruised feelings there.
May 18 p Earl Howard Keenan, 77, of
Clay, see OBITUARY page
May 18 p Madge Young Conner, 96, of
Maysel, see OBITUARY page
May 18 p From the email bag: I have
a few words for clay wva. my name is brenda lowers tommys sister. I think
what went on there is the most crazy shit ihave ever heard.people went
in and stole everything those poor kids had left .they did not steel it
from Renee and Tommy it was the kids everything in the house was gone .you
know the worst part is the state police would not even make a report.they
stole everything from motorcycles and cars to the kids things. What makes
people think this is ok ?? I think there is something wrong here.
truly brenda lowers, tommy young's sister
May 18 p Our school Board met
last night. Nothing too exiting from that one page posted agenda but
a few notations.
May 18 p The Bd spent over an hour
behind closed doors minus the Somber Super. Since Asst Super Kenneth Tanner
was included in the secret time, our guess, the final package was agreed
on to make Tanner the next Superintendent of schools. Nothing new there.
Of course getting their ducks in a row also includes replacing Tanner as
Asst and who will replace the replacement. Our guess, Danny Brown to move
up to the Board office.
May 18 p During the secret time when
Somber Super Larry Gillespie was out front with the peanut gallery,
a terse Gillespie felt the Board was following mandatory meeting procedures.
Stuff like the meeting agenda... they were following open meeting law ...
stuff like giving reasons for going secret... Yelp, that too was proper
the way they've being doing it.
May 18 p In the real world, we know
different. The School system is one of the most flagrant violators of Sunshine
law in the county and most likely in the entire state.
May 18 p For instance ... Even with
a WV Ethics opinion in hand, statewide Ethics opinions galore, and
their own attorney advising them, RB and pal Somber Super think one hour
notice of a meeting is "adequate" under the law.
May 18 p For instance ... they think
saying "personnel matters" is a good enough reason and an allowed reason
to go secret.
May 18 p Based on recent election
returns, sounds like the entire county wants change. Hope we get it.
May 17 a Had a chance to get
some honey do's done this weekend and did em.
May 17 a Happy 87th Birthday to Helen
Reed Hubbard. Best of birthday wishes
May 17 a Just a brief review
from last week. Last Tuesday's election brought major changes to Clayberry.
Senator Randy White fell victim to a mud slinging campaign while Commissioner
Fran King ended up having every dept. at the Courthouse working against
her.
May 17 a Sometimes the throw
the buns out mentality only nets stronger insiders in office.
May 17 a After years of walking in
lock step no matter what the public wants, voters turned out two School
Boardsters, Jim Dawson and Ric Tanner
May 17 a While in office, Dawson managed
to get hired about every member of his family. Tanner went against the
school service personnel and came up short last Tuesday.
May 17 a Our two new guys, Morgy Triplett
and Dave Mullins come into office right after a new Superintendent is hired.
With the school board office top heavy with too many people and 25 too
many school personnel on the payroll, our newbees will have a hard time
keeping their base of support.
May 17 a The losers whined and complained.
Buck up! There's always more losers and than winners and no one promised
anyone more than one term in office.
May 17 a Last Thursday Renee Boyd was
laid to rest. Of Murder Mountain fame. the funeral didn't go without notice.
Badges were called to task to keep the fighting parties separated. Common
law husband and two sons managed to leave jail long enough to attend as
did others of interest to Badges.
May 17 a At one point Thursday, our
Top Badge was seen running on foot blast blast down Main St while two green
shirt mobiles came screaming into town narrowly avoiding tail ending
the front unit in front of the bank. They were in search of
a juvy in attendance at the wake.
May 17 a Should have seen our Top Badge
running, a sight for sore eyes for sure!
May 17 a Under bright sunshine and
warm temps, the third annual Elk River Pedal Paddle Challenge got under
way Saturday. Contestants from several states came to Clayberry to enjoy
what we take for granted, the beauty of the Elk River valley. They kayaked,
biked, and ran.
May 17 a While in Clayberry,
those folks added new dollars to our economy. Our elected leaders showed
little support for growing that volunteer organized and run event. Tourism
is our future and many refuse to admit it!
May 17 a Looking ahead....
May 17 a Students across the state
are taking the WesTest this week. The week long evaluation comes after
8 months of teaching the test.
May 14 p We've got a beautiful weekend
coming our way.
May 14 p If you see unfamiliar
folks in the county, those carrying bikes and kayaks, smile, tell em howdy
and consider....... they're spending new $$$ in Clayberry.Those are the
competitors in Saturday's Elk River Pedal Paddle Challenge.
If you're still considering a run at the prize money, the river is running
high and fast making for NO portage. Nice cool temps for the bikers
and runners.
May 14 p If you're not into that much
exercise, there's a cornhole challenge for us old farts. Prize money there
too. Action begins at Clay High. Here's
the web portal for details.
May 14 p The Communicator made
it out the door and includes details on the Bogg v School board decision,
election results & commentary, a pretty good update from the County
Commission, and the tidbits that make this place so very special.
May 14 p Since the death of Renee
Boyd last Saturday, Badges have been making regular visits to the mountain
top retreat responding to what sounds like one heck of a property dispute
complete with weapons and out of control behavior.
May 14 p Thinking about attending the
local community college but don't have the jingle? Check out our homepage
web button for financial aid details. Get educated. It's the only thing
they can't take from ya!
May 14 p Sunshine, warm temps, want
to get away from the curtain climbers?... there's a Harley for sale over
on Classifieds.
May 14p Get out and have some
fun this weekend clickers.
May 14 a Paul Gene Moss, 80, see OBITUARY
page
May 13 p We've got a new business
in the county. Located in Procious, Dave Miller's Septic Services offers
certified, licensed, bonded installations and inspections. 304 587-4977.
May 13 p Welcome to Clayberry Mr Miller.
May 13 p You're not going to believe
this but the Communicator is coming out on time, on Friday. As a matter
of fact, it's already printed and waiting for distribution Friday in the
am.
May 13 p Worked all night getting it
to bed. No updates until we get in a long nap.
May 13 p Note: Over at the BDA Auction
House, there's an all new household item auction beginning at 7pm, Friday
night. Stuff like Frigs, microwaves, etc.
May 12 p Frances June Duffield
Tanner, 82, see OBITUARY page
May 12 a Renee Boyd, see OBITUARY page
May 12 a Maysel Morris, 85, see
OBITUARY page
May 11 11:45pm With a light voter turnout
(around 2000), Clayberry voters have turned Commissioner Fran King out
to pasture . Two long term School Boardsters were also sent home.
May 11 Incumbent Fran King
993 Arlene Tucker 1172.
May 11 Three openings on the School
Board: Dave Mullins 1362; Morgan Triplett 1121; Beth Cercone 1000, Jim
Dawson 993, Dace Pierson 850, Ric Tanner 556, Sonny Butcher 260, Jim Ash
165. Mullins, Triplett and a returning Beth Cercone take office July 1st.
May 11 After the last redistricting,
Clayberry was divided into two House of Delegate districts, the 29th with
three reps and the 33rd with just one.
May 11 Incumbent 33rd House of Delegates
rep Dave Walker will return to service, District wide Walker 61% to Blankenship's
39%. All votes in. No Republicrat in the fall.
May 11 In the 29th House District
incumbents returning : Margaret Staggers with 2318 votes, Dave Perry 2300,
and Tom Louisos at 2147 votes. Clayberry candidate Barbara Schamberger
placed a very distant 5th place.
May 11 11th Senatorial District. Made
up of Nicholas, Clay, Webster, parts of Fayette, and Uphur Counties, looks
like challenger Greg Tucker may have beaten incumbent 11th District Senator
Randy White came up short in County Clay. There is a Nov Republicrat challenger
in this race.
May 11 Interestingly enough,
as of Midnight, the Sec of State's web site reports no election returns
in Nicholas County.
May 11 the most nervous candidate in
the field, the unchallenged Circuit Clerk Mike Asbury went home a winner.
May 11 All ballots were back to the
Courthouse before 9:30pm. All votes were counted and announced by 10:45pm.
May 11 With the Sec of State's web
site hard to navigate, TV-3's
portal has easy to find election results.
May 11 Husband asks his wife, 'You
never argue when I get mad at you. How do you always control your anger?'
'I clean the toilet,' she replies. 'How does that help?' he asks.
May 11 'I use your toothbrush.'
May 11 a It's election day in West
Virginia. Government and schools are closed for the occasion.
May 11 a Voting is our chance to have
a real say in our future.
May 11 a 615 Clayonians marked their
ballots during early voting. Not a record percentage but certainly an indication
of the future of elections.
May 11 a Tonight is great time to headover
to the Courthouse where you can watch every vote being counted. It's always
fun to watch the faces and expressions of politicos and wanta bees as the
votes are announced over the scratchy PA system. 101.7 FM will also air
results as they come in.
May 11 a Probably around 1am this site
will post results.
May 11 a Rain this morning may have
an affect on voter turnout. Put on your raincoat and cast your vote.
May 11 a VOTE VOTE VOTE
May 11 a For three weeks a major oil
gusher has been flowing out of control in the Gulf. There is little doubt
of the lasting impact on coastal communities and industry. Does anybody
else think it's odd that no underwater video has been shown on the boob
tube?
May 11 a Maybe just maybe, the corporate
accident is much worse than reported. maybe
five times worser. And, yes worser is a word.
May 10 p Great big Howdy to Mike Ramsey
over in the Buckeye state. Greetings!
May 10 p Renee Boyd was the common
law wife of Murder Mountain's Tommy Young Sr. Renee died Saturday. No listing
yet over on the Wilson Funeral Home web site. Whatever you've heard, there
is one thing for sure. Renee was 100% Mother, always taking up for her
kids.
May 10 p Two weeks ago, after
Renee was put in hospice care, her three young daughters and a baby were
put in foster care one county away. The siblings broke free of foster services
and went on the lamb.
May 10 p Two days ago, late Saturday
night and into the wee hours of the morning, something was going at the
top of the mountain. One lady ended up over at Go Mart all cut up and bleeding
after being chased thru the woods by a male.
May 10 p With Tommy Sr in jail and
Renee passed, all H could be breaking loose.
May 10 p Some things never change.
Monday afternoon around 3:20pm, no available ALS staffed ambulance in the
county. This time around, there were none available in surrounding counties.
May 10 p Non profit 101.7 FM holds
their Board meeting at the station this afternoon beginning at 5:15pm.
Public is encouraged to attend and be apart of community radio
May 10 p Speaking of the radio....
For 6 years the group has hosted Saturday night outdoor music shows on
stage and on the radio. Drawing in 1000s of visitors over the years, the
Summer Jam series also brought in tons of money for the county.
May 10 p Their Summer Jam producer
retired last year. Unless they can find someone willing to take over those
duties, the June thru Sept shows are history. How about you?
May 10 p Election day is tomorrow.
The last of the campaigning is done. It's time to see what the voters decide.
The ace cub reporter is always at the ready with predictions. Here goes
...
May 10 p After reading all the high
dollar campaign literature touting the Chamber of Commerce and Don Blankenship
supporting Nicholas County's Greg Tucker, incumbent Senator Randy White
emerges victorious once again
May 10 p Clay County's Delegate Dave
Walker will have a nail biting night Tuesday but come up short , going
down to defeat by less than 10 votes. Expect a recount after the canvass.
May 10 p Inspite of her open mouth
policy and her fellow Commissioners supporting the opponent, Fran King
will eke out another term in County Commission. Fran by less than 20 votes.
May 10 p Top vote getters in the School
Board race, in descending order, Morgy Triplett, Dave Mullins, Dave Pierson,
Beth Cercone, Jim Ash and Sonny Butcher. If that turns out to be true and
with only two seats available from each district, Dave Pierson will win
the third place vote count but not be seated.
May 10 p The worries will end for Mike
Asbury as he garners every vote cast for Circuit Clerk.
May 10 p What did the alien say to
the plant? Take me to your weeder.
May 9 p The best of Mother's Day wishes
to one and all.
May 9 p Hello Carol Ramsey in Texas.
Glad to have you tuned to Clayberry.
May 9 p From the last 7 days....
May 9 p Gene King is still fuming about
a radish being given as the afternoon snack at Clay Elem. During last Monday's
Sch Bd meeting, he blurted out: Give em a radish, That'll behave then!.
With teachers retiring left and right, one of the Monday night hires was
a lady without teaching degree.
May 9 p Tuesday evening during the
Town Council long time employees Harold Walton and Ric Triplett quit. They
will be sorely missed.
May 9 p Our Business Development Authority
(BDA) struggled thru another meeting where Boardster Linda Rhodes resigned
from duty. Mentioned during the gathering.. did you know, Clay County artists
and craftsmen grossed more than $250,000 from sales at Tamarack in Raleigh
County.
May 9 p Bet you didn't know that!
May 9 p The school system was
in court most of last week. It was a continuation of Link's Folly, AKA
Big Odor Elem. At issue was providing a costly right of way to Boggs
property located in front of and behind the $8.3m school. The jury decided
that the 50+ acres could be accessed by going straight up the side of a
mountain.
May 9 p from the git go, it was
a mess with no costly overruns. Add another gazillion dollars to that list
for court time and lawyers.
May 9 p Politicians straightened up
signs and added new ones near polling places. Last minute calls to influencials
were made. Mail boxes were filled with colorful campaign literature telling
us how bad the opponent is, has been, will be or all three.
May 9 p Saturday was warm and sunny.
We planted tomatoes cut grass and cleaned up the yard. Beautiful Spring
day
May 9 p Moms were treated like royalty
Sunday and rightly so. Sunday night a heavy frost was predicted. So much
for a third early planting! $$##!!
May 8 p Timothy Isaiah Tryon,
see OBITUARY page
May 8 p From the weather service:
A
Wind Advisory remains in effect until 11 PM EDT this evening. Gusty westerly
winds will continue to usher in colder air into the evening hours. Wind
gusts of up to 50 mph are possible... especially across the highest elevations.
The winds will gradually diminish tonight.
May 8 aWest Virginia often winds
up near the tail of the pack. Not so with the food stamp program where
we've
been excelling for decades.
May 8 a In the Boggs v School Board
trial... the Dury deliberated for about an hour before deciding, a fair
and reasonable right of way is straight up the side of a mountain. The
happy School system was victorious.
May 8 a The U.S. jobless rate
rose to 9.9% in April, the first increase in three months, but the government’s
broader measure of unemployment ticked up for the
third month in a row, rising 0.2 percentage point to 17.1%.
May 8 a You want to feel old? Bob Seeger
turned 65 two days ago.
May 7 p Happy Friday afternoon.
Sorry for the slow postings. Between getting the paper out late late Tuesday
and out of county commitments on Thursday, it's been hectic.
May 7 p HAPPY 7TH
BIRTHDAY JADEN STARCHER
May 7 p Tonight at 7pm is a special
auction voer at the BDA Auction House at Two Run. Also, great music up
at the Big Otter Community Center. See EVENTS page for details
May 7 p Early voting finishes up Saturday
afternoon. Yelp, you can vote in the County CLerk's office. Get out and
do one thing important tomorrow, VOTE!
May 7 p From the email bag: I
would like to inform our community that the CCHS FFA Greenhouse has A LOT
of very healthy plants and hanging baskets for sale. I have purchased three
flats and a basket thus far and intend on buying more. The plants are the
best they've had in a long time and well worth the modest price of $10.00
a flat and $10.00 for each hanging basket! Individual plants may also be
purchased. I myself have assisted my daughter in watering them and this
is definitely the time to help our kids and Mr. Morris. They have a large
variety of plants including flowers and veggies, so before you head to
Lowe's or Walmart please check out what our kids have to offer right here
at home!!! Thanks! Vicky Davis
May 7 p Our school system has
been in court this week. At issue is the getting more costly each day,
Big Odor Elem. Before the court is an easement argument brought by the
folks that used to own the site of the current school. The jury began deliberation
today before lunch.
May 7 p Last night the BDA met
in regular session. They spent much of their time going over things that
have been gone over many times before. Much time was spent deliberating
by-law changes to correct bogus midnight hour changes made 8 years
ago. In 2002 those changes were made to exclude the public from witnessing
ANY decision or discussions.
May 7 p The new by-laws when enacted
will, are suppose to, comply with state code mandates.
May 6 a Katie Elizabeth Smith,
see OBITUARY page
May 6 a Before noon Wed most internet
users found themselves without service. The Hurhearld site next door in
Calhoun is reporting no service since last weekend. Sometime late Wed evening,
DSL came back to life.
May 6 a BDA meets this evening at 5:30
or so in the Courthouse.
May 6 a Incumbent Senator Randy White
will be doing a live interview on 101.7 FM tonight at 7pm. Challenger,
Republicrat Adam Milligin can be heard at 6pm.
May 6 a The Communicator made it out
the door Wed afternoon. 24 pages of darn good reading and easy on the wallet
too
May 6 a Early voting continues today.
Don't forget, you can vote this Saturday at the Courthouse.
May 6 a Did Jimmy Jamie earn $2.2m
last year? Does he own a bunch of cars and condos? Does he live in a big
mansion? Did he or his sister graduate from Harvard?
May 6 a The answer No in each case.
As a matter of fact he lives with his mother Shida and makes less than
$40,000 a year.
May 6 a Jimmy
Jamie is a fibber.
May 6 a Update coming.
May 3 p Joyce Kay Scott, 56, see OBITUARY
page
May 3 a Other than the rain, Clayberry
sidestepped the major storm predictions last night. Flash flood warning
is in place for bordering county, Rain.
May 3 a The school board meets tonight
at 6pm. Get this. The posted the meeting's agenda last week and complied
with open meeting laws. Must be election time!
May 3 a Also tonight is the County
Health Bd meeting at the NH Dyer Bldg on Main St.
May 3 Communicator comes out out Tuesday
around 4pm. Email your chatters for submission.
May 3 a Last call for our online election
survey, Those questions are:
How many Clay County voters will come
out May 11th for the primary? (Percentage of registered voters that get
off their butts and vote)
In the 2nd Congressional seat race,
the question is, will Demorat challenger Virginia Graf receive more Clay
County votes than incumbent Shelley Moore Capitol?
In the County Commission race, between
Arlene Tucker and incumbent Fran King, pick the winner and by how many
votes.
Will incumbent state Senator Randy
White retain his seat and by how many votes?
Will 33rd house of Delegate rep Dave
Walker be victorious over challenger Ron Blankenship of Calhoun County?
Pick the three winners in the School
Board race.
May 3 a Yesterday's H E White Ramp
Feed was a huge success. The place packed and the rampswere delicious and
plentiful. Pics coming in the Communicator.
May 3 a The 11th Senatorial race is
heating up big time. Challenger Greg Tucker has a bunch of attack ads on
the radio in his attempt to unseat Randy White. Locally signs are coming
up missing. Locally temsions are mounting. Full write up in the newspaper.
May 3 a We're in shurdown mode until
Clay County's only source for news and views gets out the door Tues afternoon.
May 2 5pm The humidity
is thick enough to cut with a knife. Gray clouds almost touch the mountain
tops. No wind, Very still. The US Weather Office says: showers or thunderstorms
could contain a downpour. Rain amounts in excess of 2 inches may occur
within the watch area... which could lead to flash flooding. .....
Thunderstorms likely. Some thunderstorms may be severe with damaging winds
and large hail this evening. Locally heavy rainfall possible. Lows in the
mid 60s. Southwest winds 10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain near 100 percent....
Severe thunderstorm watch in effect until 9pm tonight.
May 2 p Strong weather almost certainly
means the DSL will go down as well as other utilities. No weekend wrap
up clickers. You're on your own for now.
May 2 a From NWO: Flash Flood
Watch remains in effect from Sunday afternoon through Monday morning.
May 1 a From the email bag: LETS
ALL CLEAN UP OUR YARDS, GET RIDE OF THE JUNK AND TIRES AND CLEAN
UP OUR LITTLE COMMUNITY , LETS MAKE IT SHINE. ANYONE INTERESTED IN HELPING
DO A ROADSIDE LITTER CLEAN UP (ADOPT A HIGHWAY)
GIVE ME A CALL (304- 587-2930) IF NO ANSWER LEAVE A MESSAGE, WITH YOUR
NAME AND NUMBER , EVERYTHING IS FURNISHED, BAGS, GLOVES, VEST,
TRASH BAGS. WE WILL DECIDE LATER ON THE DATE THAT EVERYONE CAN HELP
May 1 a There's a bunch of small
non profit groups in the county. Those that take in less than $25,000 per
year do not have to file an IRS tax return.
May 1 a Big brother is expanding.....
May 1 a Hidden in the 2006 Pension
Protection Act law is a change that requires ALL non profit groups to file
a return. Penalty did you ask? If your group doesn't file returns by May
15th of this year, your non profit license will be revoked on May
16th. No ifs ands of buts about it. You lose your IRS 501 C status.
May 1 a More info from the New York
Times is over on the ADVISORY page. Here's a link for the
e form that must be filed by all small non profit agencies. No paper
returns allowed clickers, all done on the internet.
April 30 later p Forgot something...
tonight at 7pm over at the BDA Auction House, there's a special auction
featuring food products of all kinds
April 30 later p When you gio over
there, try out Kim's bologna sandwich. Smothered in BBQ sauce and mild
peppers, it's a five napkin meal for sure.
April 30 p Look in your backyard, the
garage or barn... see a bunch of junk? Once a year the Solid Waste
Authority (CSWA) gives us a legal place to dump our stuff including tires.
They then pay for hauling it off to be recycled. See EVENTS
page for details. Don't throw it over a hill in the river, think green
and recycle now
April 30 p CSWA reps asked the
County Commission for some $$$ to help cover the cost of another
big green dumpster. Larry Darryl and Darryl said nope to the request.
April 30 p Who was one
of the first to use the CSWA dumpsters this morning? None other than the
Commission Prez Slinkinoooooooger.
April 30 p Local businessman Jamie
Morris was in the news last Friday when he was busted on three drug felonies
down in Nitro at the family owned car wash.
April 30 p Wed evening, two days ago,
Jamie drove his four wheeler into Elk River. Badges later impounded the
thing, the four wheeler that is, according to eye witnesses.
April 29 p While the Sheriff
had nothing better to do than act like a fool as a furniture czar, thugs
were out at Clay County Park stealing the Special Olympics group public
address system. For both the Sheriff and the lowly thugs, how pathetic!
April 29 p While we're on the topic
of pathetic and sad all rolled into one, lets talk about 2nd District Congresswoman
Shelly Moore Capito. Up for reelection Capito is a Republicrat that voted
against the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. This month hypocrite
Capito: Huntington District Commander Col. Bob Peterson, Congresswoman
Shelley Moore Capito and members of the Putnam County Public Sewer District
pose with a copy of the $400,000 check that will fund engineering and design
of four sewer projects in Putnam County. The money for the sewer projects
is made available through funds from the American Recovery and Reinvestment
Act.
April 29 p Hypocrite Capito:
On April 7th she was up to the same thing in Mason County with a $900k
check
April 29 p 3
days ago, Hypocrite Capito: Huntington District Commander
COL Bob Peterson hands a pen to Congresswoman Shelley Moore Capito as Mayor
Chuck Blair looks on during the partnership signing ceremony for the East
Bank water project. The project is being constructed under authority of
the Section 571 Central West Virginia Environmental Infrastructure program
and includes construction of a 172,000 gallon water tank and associated
piping for the Town of East Bank, WV.
April 29 p Voted against the $$$ and
then takes credit with photo ops.
April 29 p The election is May 11th
with early voting now in progress.
April 29 p Thank you KB for the
research
April 29 a Happy Thursday morning to
one and all. With the frost burning off and the grass growing taller and
taller, here's our post for this am.
April 29 a The BDA meets at 5:30
followed by a public hearing on moving the three memorial markers over
to Courthouse Square. Both meetings will be held in the County Commission
room.
April 29 a Why move the markers? There
was one ADA complaint.
April 29 a Of the two public meetings,
the Memorial Hearing may be the most passionate. Here's an email
we received: I do not know all the details but the veterans memorial
is an integral part of the old courthouse. A facility in the National Historical
Register. To move the Veterans Memorial that has been in that location
for at least 50 years would be the same as desecration of a grave.
It will also change the very character of the courthouse as the memorial
was built as part of the landscape for the building. I bet if someone did
some research they would find that the fact that retro fitting the memorial
would damage the historical value of the courthouse and to move the memorial
does the same. I do believe that would allow the memorial to be grandfathered
in. Would Thomas Jefferson House be retrofitted with Elevators? We are
talking the same thing. Do not desecrate the memorial of my great uncle
and many of my cousins by moving it. John A Sizemore
USA 713-623-1329 Dominican Republic 829-578-9887.
April 29 a County leadership often
overlooks a long range plan and it appears they're doing just that again.
April 29 a CCHS Senior Josh Lively
is having one heck of a year throwing 10 strike outs and hitting a home
run to centerfield against Roane County Wed afternoon. We won too!
April 29 a From yesterday's post...
some are asking , what is a Quilt Trail. Glad you asked.
April 29 a The idea is to mount
8 by 8 painted wooden sheets to out buildings like barns. The adornments
are painted to look like antique quilts. You can see a Quilt Trail over
in Roane County on the way to Spencer.
April 29 a Why? The idea is to give
tourists a reason for driving around the county. Once in the area, those
folks stop at area attractions and spend fresh money.
April 29 a Here's a web
site from Maryland ( I think) spotlighting a guilt trail already in
use.
April 29 a Once a year we have
a chance to legally dispose of, recycle, junk. The Solid Waste Authority
is offering that during Metal Recycling Days Friday and Saturday. You can
also get rid of those unsightly old tires. See EVENTS page for details.
April 29 a With nothing better
to do, yesterday our wittle Sheriff transformed himself into a furniture
czar. His actions once again sent the county into a laughing rage, the
one thing he hates the most. See yesterday's post for details. In the way
of a follow up...
April 29 a Clickers, that means
our $60,000 a year Badge doesn't have enough to do. For you that have seen
drug deals in progress, for you that have tried to get law enforcement
to pick up those bags of discarded meth leftovers, and you folks that can't
get a sex abuse investigation started even when you know it's going on,
call up the portly little fellow, he has nothing else to do. 304
587 4260. Call today while he has nothing to do.
April 28 p Wanda “Jean” Hall,
75, of Lizemores, see OBITUARY page
April 28 p This morning's Commission
was a two hour affair that produced some good ideas and good 911 information.
Briefly, there is an effort to create a "quilt trail" to grow tourism in
the county as well as including the Elk River in a "river trail" idea complete
with access points, maps and public relations campaign. More details coming.
April 28 p Normally there is at least
one dumb as nails item during the County Commission meeting. This morning
it came from our Sheriff.
April 28 p With the meeting in progress
our tubby $57,240.24 a year Top Badge went to the center pew where the
ace cub report was scribing the meeting and said: TAKE YOUR FEET OFF COUNTY
PROPERTY"
April 28 p As has been the case for
15 years, meeting after meeting, the Mel Gibson look alike had his shoes
up against the oak pew back rest. Being the big tough scribe that he is,
in his strongest, firmest voice the reply came "OK" Others in attendance
watched and listened.
April 28 p One of those, Dave
Grigsby commented afterwards that the rotund one had his hand on his handcuffs
the entire time. Ohh that balding ace cub reporter must be one dangerous
hombre!
April 28 p Another from the peanut
gallery saw the ace reporter out on the street where he yelled out, "Get
those dirty feets off that sidewalk" before laughing and driving away.
April 28 p Again our wittle Sheriff
is in the news. Either someone pooped in his oatmeal or his pink thong
must have all bunched up this morning.
April 28 p Time for an online straw
pole. Email your responses to the following election questions:
How many Clay County voters will come
out May 11th for the primary? (Percentage of registered voters that get
off their butts and vote)
In the 2nd Congressional seat race,
the question is, will Demorat challenger Virginia Graf receive more Clay
County votes than incumbent Shelley Moore Capitol?
In the County Commission race, between
Arlene Tucker and incumbent Fran King, pick the winner and by how many
votes.
Will incumbent state Senator Randy
White retain his seat and by how many votes?
Will 33rd house of Delegate rep Dave
Walker be victorious over challenger Ron Blankenship of Calhoun County?
Pick the three winners in the School
Board race.
April 28 a Our illustrious Business
Development Authority is holding a rescheduled meeting Thursday evening
at 5:30pm according to the posted agenda. Accepting the just updated
coal Master Land Use plan is on the schedule.
April 28 a Get well wishes extended
to community activitist Fred Sampson of Ivydale.
April 28 a Last night the Health Dept
folks held a public hearing to discuss the many unhealthy life style choices
Clayonians choose to follow. Most of those in attendance were employees
of the agency. Fortunately, Clayberry did not come in dead last in any
category. We did manage to come in near the bottom in every case. The idea
was to organize a volunteer task force to identify areas where improvement
is possible.
April 28 a OK. Clay
County is near the bottom of the list. That's something we already
knew.
April 28 a Here's a statewide
comparison with a feature on the left side of the page that allows
a one on one comparison with other states. It too ain't very
pretty.
April 28 a There are many that
proudly say, the United States has the best health care in the world. Actually,
that ain't true. For instance, the U.S. slipped from 18th to 24th in male
life expectancy from 2000 to 2009, according to the United Nations, and
from 28th to 35th in female life expectancy.
April 28 a Of the industrialized
nations, the USA ranks 37th. Dominica, Costa Rica and Morocco all came
in higher than us according to the World
Health Organization survey.
April 27 p Happy 62nd birthday John
Humphrey
April 27 p Now down to just two
weeks until the Primary election, it's time for an informal, absolutely
unscientific, online prediction pole. Email your honest guess for each
of the following 6 questions.
April 27 p How many Clay County voters
will come out May 11th for the primary? (Percentage of registered voters
that get off their butts and vote)
April 27 p In the 2nd Congressional
seat race, the question is, will Demorat challenger Virginia Graf receive
more Clay County votes than incumbent Shelley Moore Capitol?
April 27 p In the County Commission
race, between Arlene Tucker and incumbent Fran King, pick the winner and
by how many votes.
April 27 p Will incumbent state Senator
Randy White retain his seat and by how many votes?
April 27 p Will 33rd house of Delegate
rep Dave Walker be victorious over challenger Ron Blankenship of Calhoun
County?
April 27 p Pick the three winners in
the School Board race.
April 27 p Email your responses
ASAP. Results will be printed in t he next Communicator. Thanks
April 27 early a Bobbie D. Morriss,
80, of Ivydale, see OBITUARY page
April 26 p Found along Widen
Ridge Road, large female dog, blonde in color wearing red collar, Needs
a home, 304 587 7914
April 26 p From the email bag: Central
WV Aging Services is accepting employment applications today at the Health
Department in Clay.
April 26 p Lets see now... this week
April 26 p County Commission
meets Wed morning at 10 am
April 26 p At 7pm Thursday night
the CCC will hold a public hearing on moving the three veteran monuments
from the current site to the edge of Courthouse Square. Why? A complaint
was filed with Americans with Disabilities Act reps about the current site
not being wheelchair accessible. By code the move has to be made.
April 26 a 44 percent of those
making $30,000 per year or less report difficulty obtaining medical care,
compared to 11 percent of those making $75,000 per year or more. A similar
gap can be found in the category of rents and mortgages, with 37 percent
of those making $30,000 or less reporting difficulty making rent or mortgage
payments, compared to 11 percent of those making $75,000 or more. However,
the percentage of those facing difficulties paying rent has increased dramatically
for both groups since 2009. Here's the Global
Research article.
April 26 a Banned pesticides that have
lingered in food for decades include dieldrin, toxaphene, chlordane, hexachlorocyclohexane
and hexachlorobenzene. Although lesser known, they pose risks similar to
the infamous DDT and PCBs. What's the most contaminated food today? Answer:
Salmon.
April 26 a Virginia Graf is working
hard to unseat 2nd District Congresswoman Shelly Moore Capitol. Ms Graf
will air her views on 101.7 Fm this morning at 10am.
April 26 a more coming later
today
April 25 a Before the weekend wrap
up, there may be several companies taking up the slack for the services
once provided by Golden Heart In Home Care. From the email bag: Central
West Virginia Aging Services, serving the elderly and disabled since 1974,
will also accommodate any individual in need of services. We are also accepting
applications for employment. Anyone needing information may call 304-965-9081,
weekdays and I will gladly assist. They may also visit www.centralwvaging.org
for an application. Herschel Shamblin
April 25 a Sleepy Clay gets all fired
up when FEds coming and raid a business. Happened this past Tuesday
when plain clothes with Badges attached rant he employees out of Golden
Heart and seized assets. Employees went without two weeks worth of pay.
Clients wondered who would assist them and their day to day needs.
April 25 a A bunch of us over achievers
planted mortgage lifters and banana peppers way tooo early when the temps
were in the mid 70s. We thought we could get a jump start on finished product.
Wrong! Wed morning we awoke to a frost which wiped out those efforts.
April 25 a In his 40s, Jamie Morris
had the world at his beck and call. That changed late last when hs spent
a night in the slammer after Badges arrested him with three felonies. Around
town came word that his transgressions were drug related. Drugs and out
of control is nothing new for Morris. The only question is , who were the
others with him during the Nitro drug bust?
April 25 a School Boardster Gene King
is an old fart that has been listening to parent complaints for over 36
years. This past week parents brought a new issue to his attention. Little
kids eat lunch around 11 am and many don't make it home until well after
5pm. The parents asked King to work a deal for a mid afternoon snack before
the long bus rides home.
April 25 a Stepping up to the plate,
King went to the Somber Super and others and placed the request. They said
they would do something.
April 25 a The next day the same parents
came back lookin none to happy. Operating on a $18m budget and with all
the funds they could possibly need, the snack that came to the curtain
climber was.................... one radish
April 25 a One radish!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
April 25 a O Gene King went ballistic.
Bet something gets done now.
April 25 a Nearly 150 exercised their
right to vote during the first four days of early voting time at the Courthouse.
April 25 a Speaking of voting, based
on rumored reports circulating around the county on Friday, candidate for
House of Delegates Barbara Schamberger should fit in quite well if elected
April 25 a Saturday morning a bunch
of kids should up for the 100% volunteer run Fishin Derby at Lake Sampson.
The weather held good as rug rats from around the county had a healthy
day at the Lake. It was great.
April 25 a This afternoon is a big
orchestrated Memorial Service for the miners killed in the Massey mine
three weeks ago. Obama De Bama will be in attendance.
April 25 a When will America take back
the country and stop allowing such senseless tragedies to continue happening.
Other than Don and his henchmen, there is no one in America that thinks
this loss is anything more than bottom line first mining.
April 23 p Got some good news. Thanks
to the kindness and generosity of the county, all funeral expenses for
Adam Nottingham have been paid in full.
April 23 p Did you know that we have
a fast pitch softball team? Me neither but we do. Games are played over
at Dundon Stadium. Next game is Sat at 3pm when we take on the Summersville
Diamondbacks.
April 23 p This morning Golden
Heart In Home Care workers showed up to collect their paydays. Instead,
they found a locked front door and not even a note of explanation.
It's a sad day for the workers to be sure.
April 23 p For recipients of
the services, the State has stepped in and is getting people switched over
to other agencies, agencies that are aren't being investigated by Federal
Agents.
April 23 p We Care Home Care
from Fairmont is one of those groups stepping up to the plate in Clayberry.
They expect to set up an office soon. Their contact number 304 363-7173
April 23 p If you're looking for a
stable company to handle your needs, it may not be Clay Development Corp
(CDC) on Main Street. Last week the IRS placed a lien against their Summersville
division to the tune of $12,105.08. Ouch!
April 23 a Today is a great day to
something important. Get out and vote.
April 23 a Spring is a great time to
do stuff. Why not get off your butt and try it. Tonight Bill Greathouse's
Rocky Branch Bluegrass will be performing at Big Otter Community Center.
In the morning, get those kids out to Lake Sampson for the Fishin Derby.
Saturday night sell your old junk, treasures (excuse me), at the BDA Consignment
Auction at Two Run. A few extra dimes in your pocket never hurts.
April 23 a Trying to find one of those
big thick sliced hot bologna sandwichs is hard to find. Laced with onions,
BBQ hot sauce, pickles, onions, and spicy mustard, the Auction House restaurant
has a killer hot bologna!
April 23 a How about some updates.
April 23 a Think mining can be
done safely? Yes is the correct answer. Here's a New York Times article
on the difference between bottom line only Massey and how
mining should be conducted, TECO mining.
April 23 a Locally the big news
came from Charleston newspapers on the Federal investigation of Golden
Heart in home care based on Main Street. A quick look at the WV Sec of
State's office reveals
Sharon Jamie as part owner of the company . Once you make the trip,
click on the officers and addresses buttons for more.
April 23 a Often drug troubled, Jamie
Morris is in the slammer for meth lab transgressions. As the coffeehouse
crowd learned of the new charges yesterday, they remembered out of control
behavior of the 41 year old last year during the Apple Festival.
april 23 a Before the big parade, during
the motorcycle show, Jamie went out of control with a Main Street
Clay tire burn out. Filling the air with gray smoke, it was a dangerous
situation. Maybe due to local infuence, Morris was not dressed down by
our Top Badge. Instead, the Sheriff banned ALL motorcycles in this year's
grand parade.
April 23 a The unchecked actions of
one out of control Jamie Morris ruining a fun time for all others. Sadly,
ain't that always the case!
April 22 later p Job loss is
always serious in Clayberry. With all Golden Heart in home care assets
seized by the Feds, that's a bunch of people without a pay day. By the
way, when the Feds do such, they can go back 60 days or so and withdraw
funds from bank accounts. 60 days. Bet there's going to be a bunch of overdrawn
checking accounts at area banks.
April 22 later p A check of the South
Central Jail site revealed Clayberry's Jamie Morris being a reipient of
their custodial services. The 41 year old is booked with three felonies
to his name, arrested at the family's Nitro car wash. Bond has been set
at $75,000.00.
April 22 later p Based on getting
busted with a meth lab and weapon in the vehicle just a few years back,
our guess, Mr Morris is once again caught on meth making charges.
April 22 p A couple years back Jimmy
Jamie made Parade magazine for his $2.2m salary. He claimed to be CEO of
Golden Heart in home care. That salary left many in this county scratching
their heads. Tuesday morning Federal agents raided the local office Golden
Heart,
April 22 p Some of the Federal investigation
has been unsealed with the Charleston Gazette's Andrew Clevenger providing
a heck of a report in the this morning's paper. Here's the
24 hour only link to that opening volley of fine reporting.
April 22 p Big shots often get in trouble.
Jimmy Jamie's Dad, Doc Jamie, found himself in the cross hairs of an IRS
investigation a few years back. That resulted in a huge fine and
pay back for false reporting.
April 22 p While those get their names
in the paper, it's the workers that get hurt the worst, those that depend
on regular pay checks to make it pay day to pay day. With the assets of
the firm froze, local worker pay check are often worthless. We believe
that's the case right now.
April 22 p How sad sad sad.
April 22 a After drinking your genetically
modified milk, mass grown bacon, and consuming fruits and veges flown in
from a million miles away, Happy 40th Earth
Day. NO it's not just about warming oceans, glaciers disappearing and
cancer rates up due to the crap in the air!
April 21 aYes Sir ReBob! The Communicator
made it to the news stands Tuesday afternoon. 24 pages of interesting news
and views. Clay County's real newspaper is The Communicator
April 21 a During the last election
cycle, over 70,000 West Virginia voters voted early. Today is the first
day for early voting. Don't take a chance on being sick May 11th, vote
early and vote often
April 21 a Something happened before
lunchTuesday morning at Shida Jamie's Golden Heart home health office located
on Main St. According to eyewitnesses, Federal agents emptied the
place of employees and went inside. One of the agents blocked the main
entrance as the search was conducted.
April 21 a Last night the School Board
held a semi public meeting in the High School Library. Semi public because
once again, proper notice was NOT given the public.
April 21 a Boardster Gene King know
how to get the word out to the public. For instance, last night he asked
about one employee changing jobs and asked if he was being pressured out
of the spot. Of course others said, no way Jose. What they really wanted
to say was: Gene keep your ^^##!!! mouth shut.
April 21 a Near the end of the 70 minute
show, Gene questioned the logic of turning down a $88,000 grant that would
have replaced side walks in front of and between Clay Elem and Clay Middle
Schools. In front of Clay Elem the sidewalk is about 20 inches wide. In
front of the Methodist Church, another place where little rug rats wait
on the bus, the sidewalk is the same level as the busy roadway, more or
less, none existent.
April 21 a Outgoing Somber Superintendent
Gillespie replied that it was just too much effort and local match $$$$
to use the free money. He added that he tried to offer the free loot to
Mayor Jack Brown but that didn't go over so well either.
April 21 a An unhappy Gene King let
the conversation end there.
April 21 a Last year when grant writer
Cindy Willis was given accolades for her outstanding efforts to secure
grants, Boardsters were all smiles.
April 21 a Turning away grant dollars
is something the Pentagon administration would rather have kept quiet.
April 19 p As an elected body accepting
tax dollars, the local School Board is suppose to conduct our business
during public meetings. The school system web site says the meeting will
be held Monday April 20th whenever that is.
April 19 p If you walk over to the
School Board page on that web site, the last agenda is from two meetings
ago and it wasn't posted in a timely manner.
April 19 p They have a pattern of not
letting their bosses (that's us clickers) know when meetings are to be
held. Whenever anything important is be decided, they switch such important
work to unannounced special meetings. They regularly violate Open Meeting
laws in numerous ways.
April 19 p Happened into Boardster
O Gene King today who said the April meeting will be held Tuesday at 6pm
over at the High School.
April 19 p Save one, none of the Board
gives a hoot about about operating according to state law. Maybe it really
is time, past time, for a change. The election is just around the corner.
April 19 p This morning Larry Darryl
and Darryl went before Judge Jack Alsop concerning the costly lawsuit brought
by our Top Badge. What got his thong all bunched up was the CCC refusing
to hire his person of choice several months back. The Commission said such
a hire would violate the Courthouse's nepotism rule.
April 19 p This hearing was to toss
the case. No nonsense Jack Alsop disagreed and instead set it for a bench
trial August 19th. Questions came up over other hires by the CCC
which appear to violate that same inhouse "we ain't hiring your family"
rule.
April 19 p We're typing on the next
Communicator which comes out Tuesday around 4pm if we don't fall asleep!
No updates until we get it to bed.
April 19 a From the email bag:
Karen "The Ramp Lady" Pringle will be located between Clay and Two Run
starting Monday with her finest batch of Williams River Spring Tonic yet.....it's
good for all that ails ya! 7 years and going "strong"
April 19 a If you haven't registered
to vote, it's time. If you're changing your party affiliation, it's time.
Head over to the County Clerk's office today. Make your voice heard. VOTE
April 19 a We read all about the smoke
and dust from over in Iceland but think little of it. Clayberry's John
Sizemore emailed this: Thanks for posting the picture of my son
on the Clayberry. You guys have seen as much of my son as I have. I am
stranded in Africa due to the flight restrictions. Pretty soon I
am going to start out trying to make it home. If I can get approval it
will be plane, ferry, train and who knows what else to get the 3000 miles
just to wait out this mess in Europe. Johnny 5 was born on the 13th of
April and I was supposed to be home on the 16th. So far I have no way of
knowing when I will be home. The worst part is I have to stay by the phone
and can't even go hunt a wildebeest. Imagine a week in the heart of Africa
with nothing to do and can't even go hunting. Well anyway I will have a
great story to tell when this is all finished. John A Sizemore USA
713-623-1329 Dominican Republic 829-578-9887
www.dominicanlifestyle.com
April 18 p Wrap up from the last seven
days or so
April 18 p Glada Lanham let the
cat out of the bag when she put her name to seeing Black Shirt Jim Paxton
erecting campaign signs while on duty, a real no no.
April 18 p New town Badge Chris Davis
was seen zooming thru a stop sign at Go Mart without lights or siren audible
and not in pursuit of no one as he roared out of municipal limits.
April 18 p Wed morning during
the CCC meetings, Health Dept officials informed the Commission they were
increasing their efforts to stop all smoking. Their efforts include taking
elected officials to court. All that while HEalth Dept employees break
their own rules by smoking too close to the Health Center.
April 18 p Mayor and Chief of
Police Jack Brown showed his short comings this week with out of control
threatening behavior after we reported him bailiffing at the Courthouse.
thinking and behaving are not in Brown's play book.
April 18 p Politicians and want ta
be Politicians were seen around the county as more campaign literature
was handed out and colorful signs were nailed to about everything.
April 18 p Saturday was the opening
day for Little League Baseball in Clayberry. It was freezin but the kids
never noticed it. Parents dressed in sweaters and covered with blankets
while the kids jumped thru mud puddles and dreamed of being the next Chipper
Jones. Volunteers came thru in the candy stand as well as working the fields.
It was America at its best.
April 18 p Weather wise went from short
pants temps to down right chilly willy Saturday night. Our Spring colors
peaked as gardeners plowed and planted.
April 18 p All that and a whole
bunch more for cheap in the next Communicator due out Tuesday afternoon
round 4pm.
April 18 p Special Town Council meeting
coming this Tuesday afternoon at 6pm.
April 16 p Less than 2 cents from each
tax dollar goes toward education in this country. More than 50 cents from
each peso goes toward war and military. We complain about all those folks
on welfare or other government assistance but slightly less than 2 cents
of each buck covers all those needs.
APril 16 p With the sun out and
dressed in short sleeves, it's tough to not go ahead and plant those
tomatoes right now. We're already busting the envelope with pepper plants
but how can we resist!
April 16 p Sign of the times: School
Boardster Jim Dawson is up for reelection. He ain't never put up a campaign
sign in his life. He is now. Another candidate , Dave Mullins, now
has his first signs around the county. Capito doesn't have the strongest
foothold on Clayberry. In previous elections, Capito has won her 2nd Congressional
seat but without our support. Challenger Virginia Graf also has new signs
in this area.
April 16 p Dave Pierson, Connie Workman
have new campaign cards at area convenience stores. Fran King is knocking
on every door in the county
April 16 p The election is finally
warming up.
April 16 p Tonight Big Otter
Community Center is hosting Paul Cottrell and High Mountain Bluegrass.
Dance begins at 7pm.. Also tonight, there's a special household goods auction
at Two Run beginning at 7pm.
April 16 p The biggy of the weekend
comes Saturday morning when all the kids get the baseball season underway
during Super Saturday activities which begin at 9am.
April 15p With many of us working
to complete, fudge, a qazzilion pages of IRS forms, today is the day Washington
smiles.
April 15 p Thinking back to Slinky's
response to questions on the complaints against our potty mouth Sheriff,
a rethunking... Link tries his best to absolutely avoid ANY acknowledgment
that the ace cub reporter exists. With his convincing, sidekick Commissioner
Mike Pierson practices the same tactics.
April 15 p Yesterday it was the ace
cub reporter that asked about the 911 Dispatch Director sending the letter
of complaint. Link tried his best not to answer anything coming from the
parasite as Mikey Pierson calls him. At first Link said he wouldn't discuss
any personnel complaint.
April 15 p Here's the rethunking. Since
Link is on back pain drugs, had his head turned in t he other direction,
maybe he really didn't hear what was being asked. When he mentioned something
abut "personnel" complaints maybe he was really was thinking about other
recent complaints on a Badge in t he employee of the county.
April 15 p Also a rethunking... The
Health Dept gang says they're going to step up enforcement of the county
smoking ban. They contend second hand smoke is the problem. As they waste
taxpayer dollars in such a pursuit, keep in mind, our Legislature carved
out a Statehouse exemption so they can light up a torch. Also, all West
Virginia Bingo parlors are allowed to offer smoking.
April 15 p Guess those that play Bingo
or work in the Legislature don't get cancer!
April 14 p During this morning's County
Commission meeting reps from the local Health Dept told the elected body
that they planned to strongly enforce the smoking ban at the Courthouse.
They offered to provide new signs or even a class on the 100% indoor ban
before taking people to Court. Gulp!
April 14 p Commission
Prez Slinky said they would cooperate with the group but thought it would
be difficult to enforce much of anything in elected officials' offices.
April 14 p Of all the
serious issues facing the county, would anybody care or even notice if
the Health Dept closed their doors?
April 14 p Back in March
during the high speed cowboy chase that resulted in the death of Adam Nottingham,
our tubby Top Badge used some pretty bad language over the
public's airwaves. During last week's 911 Advisory Committee meeting, the
Director admitted receiving complaints on the elected official and forwarding
those complaints to the Clay County Commission.
April 14 p Near the end
of this morning's CCC meeting, a question was asked on what the policy
or procedure is for handling such 911 complaints. Slinky poo tried to side
step the question with "it's a personnel issue". Didn't work with the policy
only question reiterated. This time around after stammering a bit, Slinky
admitted they don't have any procedure in place for such complaints but
would handle it as best they could.
April 14 p Yesterday's
post included comments on Mayor and Chief of Police Jack Brown serving
as a Bailiff at the County Courthouse.
April 14 p Today a hot
as a firecracker Jack Brown approached the ace cub report and boy was he
miffed. The nearly out of control Brown said he was only relieving Bailiff
Gene King for a few minutes and HE WAS NOT A BAILIFF!!!!!!!!!!!
April 14 p So torqued
was the lad that he added, what he does is none of Glada or the Mel Gibson
look alike's business. NONE!
April 14 p His tone was
certainly threatening. How can we be sure? Besides his face being red and
blue all over, as the cub reporter asked for details, Brown said he had
to walk away before things (him) got worse. Brown stormed out the backdoor
of the Courthouse in high gear.
April 14 p Lets see now.
Brown was in uniform, was sitting in the Bailiff's chair, and took
papers handed to him by Gene King & put them in the little slot where
King keeps the docket.
April 14 p We think Glada
Lanham was correct all along, that the Town Badge should confine himself
to doing Town duties.
April 14 p As for none
of anyone's business. The easy to get into a temper tantrum Jack Brown
has again shown his short comings as a leader capable of getting much of
anything accomplished.
April 14 p Stomp your
feets Stomp your feets....
April 14 a Need a job? How about
a nursing assistant? Deadline to apply for free training is this week.
See the Community College button on the home page now.
April 14 a County Commission meets
at 10 am Wed morning. Nice soft seats and lots of entertainment.
April 14 a Sometimes we eat too much
of a good thing. Take for instance baked beans and the ace cub reporter.
April 14 a Sunday evening the wifey
served up some great baked beans. Three servings were enough for
Sunday and sunday evening. Left overs provided sustenance Monday at noon,
munchies around dinner time and a late night snack polished off the tender
gems of goodness.
April 14 a Tuesday morning the wifey
made certain the Mel Gibson look alike knew his hours of sleeping
did not come and go without incident. She said the odor in the middle of
night was down right debilitating and when she looked over at the sleeping
heart throb, he was smiling in his sleep.
April 14 a The ace cub reporter aluded
another near fatal incidence.
April 13 p Adam Nottingham's funeral
service was this morning. To help cover the costs, the family is asking
for donations. Interested? Forward those funds to Wilson Shamblin Smith
Funeral Home.
April 13 p From the Clay Human Society's
email: Prices for Clay Humane Spay/Neuter program are changing April 15,
this increase is not because our costs increased but due to the vet's office
increase in prices.
April 13 p The opening day for Little
League Baseball is this Saturday over at Dundon. The full schedule is on
our EVENTS page now.
April 13 p When Glada Lanham caught
candidate for office Jim Paxton campaigning on the taxpayer's dime, the
email line lit up. Others confirmed what they had seen about campaigning
while employed on county time.
April 13 p To answer another question.
State Code 7-14-15 is pretty clear that NO Deputy Sheriff can run
for office. But. The fine print says that the law only applies to civil
service covered Black Shirts. Mr Paxton is a non civil service Chief Deputy
which allows for his current pursuit.
April 13 p While talking about Badges.
Tuesday night, 7:36pm, at the triangle in front of Go Mart, Clay, our brand
new Town Badge, Chris Davis was seen blasting past a stop sign. No siren
or lights were on. Zooming thru the big red octagon, Davis roared up the
hill past Holcomb's garage, well beyond town limits, only to turn around
and return to his jurisdiction.
April 13 p While we're on a roll....
during many Town Council meetings, Glada Lanham has complained that Mayor
and Chief of Police Jack Brown spends too much time at the Courthouse doing
non-town Badge business.
April 13 p This morning, in full
uniform, Jack Brown served as Bailiff during the Jonathan Humphry's hearing.
Maybe Glady's been right all along.
April 13 p In the Humphrys arrangement,
the 34 year old plead guilty to 10 of the 24 felonies of having kiddy
porn on his home puter. Sentencing comes in early May. Mr Humphries remains
free on bond until then.
April 12 p Samuel Adam Nottingham,
34, of Indore, see OBITUARY page
April 12 p The Library Bd meets
in rescheduled session Tuesday evening. Wed morning the County Commission
meets.
April 12 p The Jonathan Humprheys
trial is off for in the morning. Guess is, he will cop a plea at 9am.
April 12 p Happy 84th Birthday
to Glada Lanham. In the way of politics, Glada had something to say
today. According to the long time Two Run resident, Deputy and candidate
for office Jim Paxton was seen taking a campaign sign out of his county
cruiser and installing it in Mayor Jack Brown's front yard while dressed
in uniform and during normal business hours.
April 12 p Who saw Black Shirt Paxton
campaigning on the taxpayer's dime? Glada and another Two Run resident.
April 11 a Everett Cruickshanks, 77,
of Harrison died April 9, 2010. Wilson-Shamblin-Smith Funeral Home, Clay,
is in charge of arrangements.
April 11 a Now seeking another term
in office, one time Delegate John Pino will submit to a live interview
on 101.7 Fm this afternoon at 2pm. Fred Sampson is the host and moderator.
April 11 a Last week was a toughie.
With the loss of 29 coal miners, Don Blankenship still touts an
above average safety record and "things just happen".
April 11 a Two weeks ago it was
top administration within the Boy Scouts of America. Now perverts continue
to be discovered behind the starched collars. Now it's leading right
to the Pope.
April 11 a We saw extremes on
the political horizon. Clueless Palin
disputed world scientists while Ron Paul reiterated flat
out truths. Sadly America only heard poor little Sarah.
April 11 a Now one week from the tax
deadline, a group of NY tax preparers have been caught
filing bogus tax returns totaling nearly $100m.
April 11 a Wednesday evening it became
public that complaints on our Sheriff have been received by the 911 Dispatch
Center. Those complaints center on our Top Badge's out of control potty
mouth language during the high speed cowboy car chase a few weeks back.
Those complaints have been forwarded to the Clay County Commission for
resolution.
April 11 a Here in Clayberry only a
handful of folks came out to hear from folks seeking office during the
Woman's Club Meet the Candidates fundraiser Thursday night at the Courthouse.
April 11 a Friday morning the County
Commission agenda went up for next week's meeting. There's no mention of
an action item addressing our foul mouthed Badge. There's not even a discussion
item on his out of control mouth.
April 11 a Phone calls to our
CCC are in order. Letters would be even better. Regulated by the FCC and
licensed to the Commission, those air waves belong to us. Backbone is in
order clickers, it's time to address our problem Sheriff with a letter
to the CCC.
April 11 a State Road crews covered,
patched over, those teeth jarring roadway tank traps. By weekend, sunshine
returned to Clayberry. Yard sale signs went up. Campaigners knocked on
doors. Kids rode bikes. Bright green grass grew taller. Redbud exploded
with color. Apple trees turned pink and white. Cabbage was planted. We
looked for Molly Moochers.
April 10 a Anna Mae Smith Parsons,
68, of Hartland, see OBITUARY page
April 10 a Happiest of Birthdays to
JO TANNER
April 10 a Hoping for bright sunshine
today, there's a bunch of yard sales in progress as well as the Auction
House fun tonight, beginning at 7pm. Up at Pat's Bar and Grill, OPM
from Beckley take the stage at 10 pm
April 10 a For those wanting to be
an informed voter, House of Delegates candidate John Pino will present
his views Sunday afternoon at 2pm on 101.7 FM. On Wed April 14th, 10 am,
2nd Congressional District candidate Virginia Graf will submit to questions
on the non profit station.
April 10 a With Spring comes tasks
like putting together new charcoal grills. Being the big tough men that
we are, some "issues" can be self created...
April 10 a Just because the instructions
on top of the box are written in Spanish, that doesn't mean the English
version isn't elsewhere in the box, like near the bottom. Reading instructions
is a whuusy thing to do! Following them step by step is even more whuusy.
April 10 a When those Chinese folks
put the parts in the box, they don't include extra screws, washers, rods,
and c clips. All those parts are important and have a right
and wrong place
April 10 a 3/4 inch bolts look
a lot like 1 inch bolts when laying on your side and the bifocals aren't
working right.
April 10 a Drilling additional holes
usually isn't necessary nor is cutting metal grill legs shorter.
April 10 a When completed, the new
charcoal grill wheels are suppose to turn.
April 10 a When you think it is all
done, don't use the English instructions to ignite the charcoal. A second
reading of em is sometimes necessary.
April 10 a The project may have taken
5 hours but by gummies, it's done and ready for a summer of hamburgers
and hot dogs burnt to a crisp. Yahoooo!
April 9 a 'suppose to be Spring. Where's
the sunshine?? Brrrrr....
April 9 a To date there's been
been very little interest in the May election. Oh there's a few yard signs
around but not much else. Last night's Women's Club Fundraiser, called
Meet the Candidates Night, brought out about 35 or so.
April 9 a West Virginia is mourning
as we wait on the rescue efforts for the four remaining coal miners. Media
keeps calling the loss a tragedy. While true, most lame-stream media outlets
don't even mention the dangerous practices of Don Blankenship and others.
Stuff like the Upper Big Branch mine was shut down more than 60 times in
2009 for dangerous conditions.
April 9 a Since corporations are now
considered persons, sure seems like time to file criminal charges and send
Blankenship to the slammer. He's done enough for the future of the state.
April 9 a Robert C has called for a
serious investigation into Big Coal. It's about time.
April 9 a The power of Big Coal is
nothing new and not just felt in West Virginia. For instance, way back
in the 1800s when the Emancipation Proclamation freed most slaves, the
law specifically exempted slave coal miners working in the free state of
Illinois. History books manage to leave out much of our history.
April 9 a We're still waiting
on the first big Molly Moochers to emerge. One strong day of sunshine and
the little gems should be about ready to go from the ground to a skillet
full of hot bacon grease. Yum yum is just around the corner.
April 9 a For our distant clickers,
redbud is in bloom as are the tulips and dogwoods. It's a great time to
come visit Clayberry. Check out the EVENTS page for great stuff to do this
weekend.
April 8 a Good morning. Wonder
where the ace cub reporter's been? After getting the new Communicator out
the door on Tuesday, he's been goofing off. The weather's been too beautiful
to work!
April 8 a Wed evening around 8:30pm,
two fishermen found the body of Adam Nottingham near the mouth of the Gauley
River where it enters into the Kanawha River. The family now has some closure
to the four week ordeal.
April 8 a More closure may be
coming...
April 8 a Last night during the 911
Advisory Board meeting the question was asked, has 911 Dispatch received
complaints on our potty mouth sheriff from the night of the high speed
chase.
April 8 a The answer was Yes, the center
has a policy in place for handling such unlawful use of the public's airwaves,
and the complaints have been forwarded to the Clay County Commission, the
owners of the FCC controlled frequencies.
April 8 a That means, if you don't
appreciate the out of control mouth of our little Badge, write, address,
your letters of complaint to Larry Darryl and Darryl. Their next public
meeting is Wed April 14th.
April 8 a Town Council met Tuesday
night where they discussed the soon to be started sidewalk improvement
project. From those discussions: the first phase will be between the Farm
Store and the welfare office; project includes brick trimmed sidewalks,
benches, new street lamps and poles; and trees; and the second phase (more
money) grant has been applied for.
April 8 a Senator Randy White was in
attendance at the meeting. He encouraged the group to stay on track, don't
try and cut corners, and get as much of the $$$ as possible. He felt
that "Streetscape" funding may dry up in the near future.
April 8 a In the way of help, Senator
White provided Council an additional $10,000 from what most of us still
call Budget Digest funding.
April 8 a Central Appalachia Empowerment
Zone (CAEZ) also met Tuesday afternoon. From the Eco Dev Committee, one
note.
April 8 a CAEZ owns the old Valley
Fork school site which includes a free standing Gymnasium building. That
structure is used by community groups for everything from Basket &
Volleyball games to cheerleader practice and social occasions.
April 8 a The Eco Dev folks recommended
that Director Lupardus find grant $$$ to replace the leaking roof, replace
floor tiles, install a bathroom, heating, and dry coat the foundation
on the end near the baseball dugouts.
April 5 p Lots of public meetings
going on this week. For those that attend the Library Bd meetings, see
the ADVISORIES page for a schedule change.
April 5 p For those that take
in Town Council meetings, you might have a tough time Tuesday. The meeting
agenda calls for the meeting place and date but no time mentioned. With
the group changing times during the last two meetings, you're on your own
as to when they start.
April 5 p from the email bag:
The Clay County Golden Delicious Festival meeting has been postponed till
April 8th at 6:30 p.m.
April 5 p We understand the Governor
ordered Homeland Security to begin search efforts for Adam Nottingham......
The ATM machine up at Pat's Bar and Grill was ripped out of the floor several
weeks ago. It was retrieved Saturday. We had a couple more caught
making Meth last weekend.... Those stories and a lot more in Tuesday's
Communicator. Should be at the news stands sometime around 4pm if all goes
well.
April 5 p No updates until we get that
puppy to bed.
April 4 late p Mancel Harold
Martin, 91 of Ivydale , see OBITUARY page
April 4 late p Man it was just
too pretty to stay inside and work the web site. Bright sunshine, very
warm temps, and bright blue skies. Love it.
April 14 late p It's not too often
that the public gets invited to a public meeting. Heck, over at the School
Board they refuse to post meeting agendas and often change meetings dates
and times to further confuse the people that pay the bills.
April 14 late p From the email bag:
The Monthly Business meeting of the Big Otter Volunteer Fire Dept is scheduled
for Monday, April 12, 2010 at 7:00 PM. Stop in and say "hello" to
your Fire Fighters and Support members who are working together to keep
your Fire Department open and growing. A quilt made by Ester Deal
will be on display. Mrs. Deal has donated the quilt to be raffled
next month. Proceeds to benefit the BOVFD. Everyone is
welcome to attend the meeting.
April 14 late p And they even
gave us a week's notice. How refreshing!
April 2 late p From
the email bag: The picture that you posted on your website about
the car in the river was that of our daughters', Kelli Walls. We
would like to THANK the guy who found her beside the road the morning of
the accident and took her to Go-Mart for help. We do not know who
he was and have not heard anyone say, so please just let him know how thankful
we are for what he did for her that morning. Again, THANK YOU.
April 2 late p Just when you think
the whole country's screwed up, we get an email like that. How refreshing
April 2 late p After covering up the
names of 1000s of leader pedophiles, now they're saying,
it's the parents fault!
April 2 late p And then there's
Blue Cross Blue Shield that told parents, their new born baby had preexisting
conditions and would
not be covered.
April 3 late p Did you know that Blue
Cross Blue Shield switched from being a non profit to a greedy for profit
corp? They did several years back.
April 3 late p How about a guy
that is too
fat to go to jail? Yelp!
April 2 late p Did you drywall your
home in the mid 90s? Might better
aught a read this posting.
April 2 a Willard C. Westfall, 62,
see OBITUARY page
April 2 a Hello Jerry Mullins in DC.
Thanks for the help
April 2 a Ok Ok no more April
Fools days postings.
April 2 a According to BDA by laws,
it only takes one officer and two members to have a meeting quorum. They
didn't have that magic number last night. Those that did attend jaw boned
for nearly two hours. From all that .....
April 2 a Ivydale's Fred Sampson has
come up with some outrageous notions over the years. One of those pipe
dreams was to force Big Coal to use mitigation funds to actually do something
good for the county. He came up with an effort to force the coal producers
to build a dam and lake.
April 2 a Around the county,
we just laughed. The BDA told the guy, you're on your own Fred.
April 2 a With few in the county thinking
he had ANY chance, with a Herculean effort, Sampson forced their hand and
today we have Lake Sampson near Wallback complete with a walking trail
and shooting range. The place is open year round and is a welcome addition
to our tourism offerings.
April 2 The BDA is talking about
building a two lane highway between Hartland and Rt 19 over in Nicholas
County. In that process would be the creation of 1000s of acres of flat
land.
April 2 a Dumb ole Fred wants an airport
built on some of that proposed flat land. According to Sampson, the
WV Air National Guard needs a grassy air strip to practice their maneuvers
with those big cargo planes. He says that since most of the places they
land around the world are non paved strips, for safety sake, they need
a close to home grassy strip to practice.
April 2 a When he first made
public that pipe dream, the county laughed.
April 2 a Last night Mr Sampson told
those attending the BDA non meeting, he had talked with reps from the Yeager
Airport based group and they are very receptive to the idea, agree there
is a need for such a facility, and the Big Brass is willing to work on
such a mega project in Clayberry.
April 2 a Not saying it's going to
happen but at least one person is working on something worthwhile. Who
knows, maybe some day, in addition to Lake Sampson there will be a Fred
Sampson Airport.
April 2 a Enjoy the weekend.
April 2 a Next Communicator comes out
Tuesday. Deadline for submissions is Saturday at 5pm. Email in your submissions
right now!
April 1 a Got a "relay" call this morning
concerning tonight's BDA meeting. Their agenda calls for the meeting to
be held at 5:30 at the Auction House Restaurant. According to the relay
person (that's Karen Nicholas), the meeting will be held in the County
Commission room at the Courthouse. The start time was changed to 5:30 to
accommodate guests tonight..
April 1 a Need a Job? Check the
JOBS page now.
April 1 a Clay's Business Development
Authority meets this afternoon beginning at 5:30pm. Location for the public
meeting is the Clay Auction House Restaurant at Two Run according to the
meeting agenda posted at the Courthouse.
April 1 a Interesting enough, when
asked about the meeting (Wed mid day), the restaurant folks didn't
know anything about it. As a matter of fact, plans were being made to host
an Easter egg hunt at that time.
April 1 a Newswise, it's been quiet
for a few days . Not no more!
April 1 a This morning the School Board
issued a memo saying they would abide by Open meeting Laws in the future.
Thinking back over the years and even the meeting they held four days ago
minus a posted agenda, quite a change
April 1 a At noon today our Top Badge
is suppose to issue an apology to the county for his use of potty mouth
on the police radios two weeks ago.
April 1 a After years of coming in
dead last or near dead last in about every poll taken, Clay County came
out on top in the most recent County
Health Rankings Report. Finally!
April 1 a County Commissioner Slinkinoooooger
told his fellow Commissioners, in the future, he's going to put the county
first instead of the school system.
April 1 If those aren't noteworthy
enough.... This morning all the elected and appointed county officials
met at Tudor's for breakfast. At the gathering they all agreed (signed
their names too) to honor a letter of understanding to not tell any fibs
and put county interests ahead of personal agendas.
April 1 a Google unveiled Gmail
Autopilot, a feature that automatically reads and responds to your
email. British supermarket chain Waitrose placed ads
in newspapers announcing the availability of a new fruit, the pinana (a
combination of pineapple and banana). And, the Swiss Tourism
Board announced it was seeking volunteers to join the Association of Mountain
Cleaners.
April 1 a Here's some other top
news stories that occurred on this date in history.
March 30 a Retta Agnes Beckett,
81, of Ovapa, see OBITUARY page
March 30 a With the full faith and
credit of the government backing them, we expect results from Badges. From
an article in the Charleston Gazette: the percentage of major crimes --
murders, robberies, rapes -- solved has dropped from 22.9 percent in 1991
to 16 percent in 2007.
March 30 a 16%!
March 30 a We also depend on the Postal
Service. Remember when they delivered twice a day? With costs rising to
all time highs due to a silly way of funding retirees, now the USPO is
considering cutting
out one day of service and no one is complaining.
March 30 a Religious nuts in the Middle
East, we add an "ist" to them. There are a lot of ists in the world. Does
anybody else think those extreme
Christians in Michigan should be called Christianists?
March 30 a "The ink has
not yet dried on the health care reform bill, and already some deplorable
health insurance companies are trying to duck away from covering children
with pre-existing conditions," said Sen. John Rockefeller (D-WV), one of
the senate's most ardent backers of reform. "This is outrageous."
March 30 a With the month
coming to an end, there are no public meetings. Darn! Love those things.
March 30 a Don't forget the big benefit
concert over at CCHS tonight. See EVENTS page for details.
March 29 p With light rain coming
down and just a glimpse of sunshine once in a while, it's a yuck day on
Clayberry.
March 29 p All eyes are on WVU this
week as we head to the final four and a national championship. Here's an
interesting you
tube video on WVU.
March 29 p Republicrat Capito has had
a lock on the 2nd District for over a decade. Many challengers have come
and gone. This morning Virginia Graf graced the Courthouse for her first
visit to Clayberry in her journey to capture the seat. For those interested
in a change, here's her web portal.
March 28 Happy last Sunday in March.
Time is racing by. What a week!
March 28 p As revolutionary as LBJ's
Medicaid program in 65, Obama De Bama managed to insure 32 m more Americans.
Back in 65 only 10 Republicrats voted for the social program. In a few
years, watch them all beat their chests and say how hard they worked for
insurance for all.
March 28 p Also on the Federal
level, there's another indication that Mountain Top Removal is on its last
legs. Regulators now agree with tree huggers, damage caused by MTR is irreversible
and must be stopped.
March 28 p All TVs have been on WVU
and their march to a national basketball championship. So far, lookin good!
The last time we got this far along was in 1959 when Jerry West was at
WVU and we lost the final game by 1 point. Go Mountaineers!
March 28 p Most tourist stops have
a central focus, something as a the main draw. We might have it here. Judging
by the size of the potholes, we might bill ourselves as the Grand Canyon
of the East.
March 28 p Adam Nottingham remains
missing. Around the county are rumors that the police chase and actions
are being investigated by the Feds. We'll never know if those rumors are
true unless there are some kind of formal charges levied.
March 28 p Saturday morning a couple
dozen Clayonians met in the CCC room with a goal of cleaning up Buffalo
Creek and marketing it as a trout stream and a place of beauty. They have
a big task ahead. Their first effort comes in April when they clean
out trash and tires along the BC&G RR tracks. Limestone treatment comes
next if Federal $$$ become available.
March 28 p There is a bigger problem.
It's the number of sewer lines, "straight pipes" as we call em, from toilets
into the small creek. During the Saturday morning meeting came word that
there might be a way of forcing those dozen of so dwellers to install septic
systems.
March 28 p Not quite a record but clickers
to this site were many during the last seven days: Monday 2125; Tuesday
2163; Wed 2054; and Friday 1984. Thanks for stopping by and come back soon.
March 28 p We saw growth during the
last seen days. The Saturday Night Auction is adding first and Third Friday
night auctions to their schedule. Upstart Tiff's Tees on Main St is growing
into bigger digs as they move into the old insurance office across from
the Welfare building.
March 28 p The Communicator came out
Tuesday chucked full of the information found no other place. By Saturday
some subscribers emailed and asked why their source of news wasn't in their
mailboxes. We don't know. The 20 page award winning journal was mailed
as usual.
March 26 late p from the email bag:
Haily Deems has excepted the honor of being in the Governor School of Arts
or the GSA and only 15 in the whole state of WV were excepted but as parents
we would like to say congratulations to our daughter Haily job well done
Bo and Darlene Mullins
March late p We've got the 2010 CCHS
Baseball schedule on the ADVISORY page. Over on Clay High's web site,
they've still got the 2008 season posted.
March 26 a Nasty looking weather this
morning in Clayberry. Weathercasters are calling for a light dose of snow
mixed with rain and wind. Yuck
March 26 a Most of us know the importance
of an up to date, informative, attractive web portal. The CAEZ had one
which they never once updated. That's been replaced with a new one that
went on line a couple weeks back. The $5000 investment, take
a gander.
March 26 a Three years ago the BDA
invested $100s and remain web siteless unless you call this
place holder something. Slinky poo has a web portal he calls
the Clay County Commission
site. It too sucks for dead air.
March 26 a New Eco Dev Coordinator
Amanda Moore provided the CCC a progress report during Wed's Commission
meeting. That report included mention of working on a web site for her
private agency's efforts.
March 26 a Don't let this gloomy weather
hold you back from a weekend of fun activities. Tonight the Apple Festival
folks are hosting fundraiser
stuff over at the Lion's Club Casino on Main Street. Big Otter Community
Center has a live music show. A Benefit Gospel Sing at Lizemore Elem.
The Auction folks host their weekly offering Sat night beginning at 6pm
March 26 a And, want to help grow Clayberry.
The Buffalo Creek is loaded with logs and e coli to beat the band. A reorganized
Buffalo Creek Watershed group meets Sat morning in the CCC room at 10am.
Cleaning that stream would greatly improve changes for growing tourism
in these parts. Get off you duff and do something good for the county
March 26 a Back on the auction....
Each Saturday night Kim and Brian host a consignment auction, a place for
you to take your junk and walk away with some jingle in your pocket. Big
News!! Beginning in April they will be hosting Special Auctions, all new
stuff, the first and third Friday night of each month.
March 25 p When the Communicator started
nearly 15 years ago, the idea was to provide real news and give Clayonians
a place to voice their concerns. The Adam Nottingham debacle (read latest
Communicator for insight) has many in the county talking. Check out the
ADVISORY page to see what many in the county are thinking about these days.
March 25 a Just the facts mam.... From
the April edition of Trains magazine, this: West Virginia coal averages
12,500-13,000 BTU heat value, whereas Powder River (Wyoming) coal averages
only 8,000 BTU. But WV coal contains 1.2% to greater than 3% sulfur,
whereas Powder River coal has only 0.8% sulfur. On the spot market
as of 10/23/09, WV coal was selling for $50-$56.15 a short ton, whereas
Powder River coal was selling for $9.25 a short ton!
March 25 a Thanks MR for the reference
March 25 a Any questions other than
Big Coal in W Va is dead and has been for years.
March 25 a It's time to switch to a
sustainable economy, wonder if anybody has thought of switching to say,
tourism?
March 25 a Just between you and
me, no one is looking, tell the truth, did you have a great time during
your pot smoking years? Looks like California is going to be the first
state in the union to legalize
recreational pot use. Taxing the crap out of it makes sense too.
March 25 a As our leaders tell us things
are improving, sales of new homes in the U.S. unexpectedly fell
in February to a record low. This depression might not be over yet!
March 25 a It's about this time of
year when local and state education leaders start proclaiming great progress
in edumacating our youth. Here's the Nation's
Report Card broke down state by state and after spending billions,
it ain't pretty. Guess what we're going to talk about in the next Communicator.
March 25 a As for Adam Nottingham,
still no word.
March 25 a Local meth heads have real
bad housekeeping habits. Thinking green is not in their vocabulary. When
they get done with their production batch, they bag up the remnants and
toss the trash bags along the road. Easy to spot are the spent match books
and Heet gas line dryer bottles. The smell is real bad too.
March 25 a For those that have a habit
of cleaning up messes along their roads, those good samaritans, be real
careful. That's nasty stuff in there.
March 25 a Sometimes found in the debris
are addressed envelopes, bank deposit slips and other identifying markers.
Getting Badges to come and take a look can be next to impossible. Actually,
impossible.
March 24 late p Violet Clarice
Ryan, 86, of Ivydale, see OBITUARY page
March 24 p Jesse Norton is a
dog lover, a guy not willing to shoot a stray dog. That's not the case
for our Sheriff or Animal Control officer. Mr. Norton's complete story
is in today's Communicator
March 24 p This morning Jesse
made a presentation before the County Commission. He asked for an investigation
into how Dog Warden Walter Stutler does his job. He asked stuff like, is
the guy allowed to shoot dogs, carry a gun, does he have the training for
such actions, does he have one of those long reach poles to catch dogs,
and what is the county's policy on catching strays.
During 24 p During the discussion,
interesting details came out. Stuff like, the Sheriff told Norton to just
shoot the animal. Stuff like, when the Dog Warden came out, Walter put
two shots in the dog and called the job done.
March 24 p The stray could have been
your pet. Not no more clickers.
March 24 p In the way of answers, Commission
Prez Slinky said the county follows state code as its procedure manual.
Jesse's concern seems to already be making a change.
March 24 p According to the Slinkster,
Clayberry now has an agreement with another county where that county will
supply a tranquilizer gun and drugs when needed to safely remove a stray
from your property.
March 24 p Nice change, lets see if
we use the tranquilizer method.
March 24 a Yelp, it's back. The Communicator
hit the newsstands Tuesday afternoon featuring all the juice on the most
recent Grand Jury work, the most recent CCC meeting, and of course the
events leading in the Adam Nottingham report.
March 24 a County Commission meets
this morning at 10 am
March 22 p From the email bag:
missing in the lizemore/adonajah area: male black pug puppy.
he is 3 1/2 months old. he has a white spot on his chest. please
call 587-7023, 587-4448, or 587-4367 with any information
March 22 p We're in shut down mode
until we get the Communicator out the door Tuesday afternoon.
March 22 p We've got Delegate Dave
Walker and Dave Perry's Gold Dome updates now posted over on the ADVISORY
page.
March 22 p No update on Adam Nottingham
as of 2:45
March 21 p Our look back
on the last seven days includes
March 21 p After laying off 157 men
and after receiving a generous tax break from the County Commission, Consol
(Fola Coal) had enough $$ to purchase other holdings for $3.5 billion
March 21 p The Spring Grand Jury
met behind closed doors and provided "True Bills" on each presentation.
Full details in Tuesday's Communicator
March 21 p Tuesday night many in the
county listened as Badges gave chase to a white van driven by Adam Nottingham.
Our top badge provided potty mouth commentary along the way. In the community
of Alta, before the vehicle even came to a complete stop, Nottingham was
out and running towards the Gauley River. He hasn't been seen since.
March 21 p By Wed's evening, locals
were expressing outrage over a high speed chase that endangered everyone
along the way and the lack of search and recover efforts.
March 21 p Wed, Thursday, Friday, Sat
and now Sunday, no one from local fire departments responded. Family and
friends manned row boats and traveled both sides of the high and fast running
river. Volunteers rafters pledged to also get on the scene.
March 21 p Sat night nearly 100 filled
Courthouse Square for a candle light prayer vigil remembering Adam Nottingham.
No not one elected official using the time for exposure but real people,
young and old, common people, the ones that really matter in Clayberry,
came out in force.
March 21 p Full details in Tuesday's
Communicator
March 21 p The weekend came as did
the sunshine. Gardens were plowed, New bulbs were planted. Kids rode on
bikes. Porches were cleaned off. The snow shovel was put away.
March 20 a Five nights ago after a
mad hat, high speed chase, Adam Nottingham ended up in the Gauley River.
To date, there has been no formal search for the guy. TV folks said the
reason was high water conditions.
March 20 a That comment came just
a day after rescue crews in the same area spent countless hours before
retrieving the body of one of their own. Adam wasn't no saint but his family
needs closure.
March 20 a Tonight, 8pm, the family
of Adam Nottingham is holding a prayer vigil in front of the Courthouse.
Bringing a candle would be nice.
March 19 a Get out of the house and
enjoy yourself this weekend. Lots of sunshine coming our way.
March 19 a Good music tonight at Big
Otter Community Center. Auction Saturday night A couple fundraisers on
Sunday.
March 19 a For those interested in
the Auction House Best burger mentioned last night. Forgot to mention their
call in number 304 587 7273
March 19 a Tuesday night was
the high speed car chase in Clay and South to Fayette County. Last night
TV 3 identified the chasee as Adam Nottingham as they interviewed the guy's
family. They questioned no search and rescue efforts in progress.
March 19 a Others are questioning
why there was a high speed chase in the first place. The first Badge in
the chase (Jack Brown) had already identified the fellow and 911 dispatch
identified the owner of the van. Those that listened in to the chase
heard the Green Shirt mobile back off from the race. Good move Bailey!
March 19 a About any vehicle even an
old Pontiac van, can keep up or out run another car. No one can outrun
a Badge radio. Seems with all of today's technology, sure seems like the
day of the dangerous cowboy chase could be eliminated. Sure would be safer.
March 18 late p Judy Ellen Dye,
50, see OBITUARY page
March 18 p The University of
Wisconsin issued a nationwide
health report including county by county findings in West Virginia.
For once Clayberry
didn't come in penultimate (thank you Fred) but we came in third from the
bottom based on social and economic issues like children in poverty and
social inequality.
March 18 p Burger today? We eat
a bunch of em in this country and county. Do you think they take
a cow, grind it up and that's hamburger? Wrong O! Instead, packers cut
up pieces from many different cows from many different locations, grind
it all together, and call that hamburger. Those pieces that are ground
up, you don't want to know which parts are in the mix.
March 18 p Hamburger meat is one of
the top
carriers of E Coli.
March 18 p Hamburger recalls
are legendary.
March 18 p How about something different.
Something more healthy.
March 18 p The Auction House Restaurant
over at Two Run begins their healthy Friday "Auction House Best" burger
tomorrow. The patty is actually a ground up roast making for
a leaner burger and much much fresher taste. $4.75 is the price for something
that tastes great and without the ecoli threat. They
deliver too!
March 18 a Last fall when it got down
to 35 degrees, we bundled up with gloves and toboggans. This morning it
was that same temperature. With Spring on our minds, we thought it's
a little chilly as we went out the door coatless.
March 18 a With the sun burning off
the frost, the whites look whiter and brighter. For all of our long distance
clickers, Springtime is a great time to come visit Clayberry. How about
this weekend.
March 18 a Tired of paying high satellite
bills for TV? Try HULU for on online boob
tube satisfaction.
March 18 a America depends on the web
for everything from news to staying in contact with friends and family
via social networking. Businesses are even more dependent on the virtual
world for everything from warehouse orders to credit card purchases and
sales. Like it or not, we're all connected via a wire.
March 18 a Last year Senator Jay penned
a bill that allows federal agents to shut down the internet at a whim ,
whenever they decide there is a "threat". Who determines a threat?
They haven't said. The bill is still pending and now level headed thinkers,
civil libertarians, are seeking changes from the Big
Brother tactics.
March 18 a Three weeks ago during the
Tommy Tommy trial in Charleston, noticed something. Almost all the "support"
personal in the wood paneled room were texting away on their handheld mobile
devices. From guards, to marshals to secretaries, when they got a second,
their heads went down and they went to communicating via their cell phones.
Out in the hallway, in the rest rooms, wherever, they were at it.
March 18 a Do you take a message while
sitting on the throne? How about at a restaurant, while eating dinner?
How about when you and the sweety are wild and passionate?
Is social media better than sex?
March 18 a We've been selling remanufactured
Ink In a Blink printer cartridges for about 6 months now. 'Noticed something
this week with some of the new printers on the market. Those rascal manufacturers
(HP for instance) detect that it's a remanufactured cartridge and put up
a monitor screen telling you such. The cartridges work fine and is
much much cheaper than new ones, but that little balloon screen pops up.
March 18 a The Communicator comes out
on Tuesday. Deadline for submissions is Sat at noon. Send in your submissions
ASAP.
March 17 late p Gary William
(Patric) Sines, 58, see OBITUARY page
March 17 p Top of the day to each and
every this St. Patty Day.
March 17 p First an ooops from last
night's accounting of the high speed car chase. That cruiser the guy smashed
into was not the Sheriff's less than two weeks old Chevy. Instead it was
one of the older Ford units.
March 17 p As for the bad guy, the
one that jumped in the ice cold water... he hasn't been found. Most assum
he, a Nottingham subject, died.
March 17 p In addition to a drug bust
yesterday at Clay High, the Spring Grand Jury finished its duties and returned
all true bills. The list includes;
March 17 p Rocky Keener Burglary,
malicious wounding, battery, deadly weapon
March 17 p Ethan Cody Nichols grand
larceny, conspiracy, contributing to the delinquency of a minor
March 17 p Andrew J King Burglary,
dest of property
March 17 p Bruce Belt Burglary, conspiracy
x 3 arson dest of property
March 17 p Amanda Belt same as Bruce
March 17 p Joshua Nottingham
Receiving concealing transferring contributing to the delinquency
of a minor
March 17 p Henry Stutler Sexual
Assault 1st degree
March 17 p RIchard Lee LeFever
Malicious wounding, battery, wanton endangerment, kidnaping, brandishing
March 17 p Kenneth Norton Failure to
pay child support
March 17 p Clara Jean Duttine
Burglary dest of prop
March 17 p And finally how about this
one: Melissa Postelwait Thompson Welfare Fraud
March 16 late p Ahhh another
quiet Spring night in Clayberry. TV turned off and heading to bed. Not
all tho....
March 16 late p A little after 10pm
Town Badge Jack Brown asked for assistance with a white van burning up
the roads, fleeing in the Maysel area. Brown : I got one running!
Sounded like the white van headed up Blue Knob and then over on Lick Branch
which comes down near Pierson Lumber Co. as they headed South on Rt 16
March 16 late p Reports of the guy
going 70 mph were heard. At one point the dispatcher said the fellow may
have a gun.
March 16 late p Over the scanner, "HE
AIN'T STOPPING"
March 16 late p With our Sheriff
and his three week old cruiser trying to block the guy, it didn't, he didn't,
and the new cruiser was smashed. Sheriff " STOP THAT S!! OF A B*****...
He hit my cruiser... He's a fleeing Felon now!!! Get on him Get on
Him!!
March 16 late Somewhere in the mix
a Green shirt from Fayette County laid out spike strips just North of the
Town of Gauley Bridge. Sounded like they worked.
March 16 late 10:37 p "He's
out on foot.. We'll get him!"
March 16 10:49 "He went
in the water somewhere... We've got the canine here... He's on the river
bank now searching for him."
March 16 late That 1991 white
Pontiac van is registered to an Edwards subject on Upper Sycamore Road.
March 16 11:11pm "We're still
looking for him"
March 16 11:51 p Other scanner traffic
" Gun shots fired, Little Italy,"
March 16 late p The excitement
never ends in Clayberry but the ace cub reporter needed a beauty nap and
did such
March 16 p There's a bunch of us that
check out the Jail web site on a regular
basis. Gettin the scoop so to speak. The State folks are making it tougher.
Now to see a pic, you have to be able to add!
March 16 p This site has made it four
weeks without an attack.
March 16 p Everybody that
plays on the internet wants to have anti virus, anti-malware, trogan, rootkit
detection and anti everything. Bill Gates has a new free service
, Security Essentials, that does just that and in real time. Here's a link
to the site and this one to CNet
reviews. Might be worth a try and the price is right.
MArch 16 p A couple notes. Because
it's free, Gates and his crew are able to log everything you do online.
Also, if you are running a bogus copy of Windows, you're screwed. Be warned.
March 16 a Elizabeth J. “Jeanette”
Legg, 78, of Indore, see OBITUARY page
March 15 late p There are some hot
parents in the Northern end of the county. Here's a sample email: My child
attends Big Otter School. Today he did not get off the bus until
5:10 and he normally gets off at 3:50. Word is that they did not
have a substitute to drive their bus home. One parent, who is a family
member, called the school at 10 minutes til 4:00 and the students had not
left the school yet. She was told that the kids were being taken
care of and that someone was on their way from Clay to come and pick them
up. Not only does this seem a little bit ridiculous, but the parents
were also not notified. I did not receive a call directly from the
school or from the school computer. Does this sound crazy or is it
just me?
March 15 late p Fola Coal laid
off over 150 employees last month. They said the market wasn't good. We
said they only care about the bottom line. To heck with hard working employees.
March 15 late p Things ain't too bad:
CONSOL Energy Inc. will buy the Appalachian exploration and production
arm of Virginia-based Dominion Resources Inc. for
$3.5 billion. (Right click into a new window to open)
March 15 As a matter of
fact, Consol, the parent company of Fola had their best year ever in 2009.
CONSOL’s revenue
for the fourth quarter was $1.24 billion
March 14 late p Just a couple notes
from the last seven days..
March 14 Without jobs, without security
of keeping jobs, with foreclosures are record highs, most of us know, the
depression ain't anyway close to being over. Many of us armchair economists
feel this is just the calm before the second storm. Now, the big boys are
starting to voice
similar concerns.
March 14 During World War II, federal
revenues roughly tripled as a share of the gross domestic product (GDP)
and the number of people paying income taxes expanded tenfold, from 3%
of the population in 1939 to 30% by 1943. In 1940, a family of four needed
close to $80,000 of income in today's dollars before it paid any federal
income taxes at all. By the war's end, it saw its effective tax rate rise
from 1.5% to 15.1%. (Today such a family only pays a federal income tax
rate of about 6%.) But taxes weren't the only way the war was paid for.
Spending on nondefense programs was cut almost in half, from 8.1% of GDP
in 1940 to 4.4% in 1945. More
interesting reading on war spending and how Dubbya sunk the nation.
March 14 Exxon made roughly $30 billion
off the last OPEC price spike. That's enough to buy quite few politicians.
Naturally, though they will never say it, big oil companies are OPEC's
biggest fans. Gas prices keep going
up and up.
March 14 Here's the
gas price finder for your use
March 14 From Monday's CAEZ meeting.
Boardster Red Derring asked: Are you all in financial problems? Response
from Office Manager, Yes.
March 14 Monday night, after a foot
chase and search, found him in a culvert, Jacob Young was picked up and
lodged in jail. Might sound better to have all three Young's off the street
but larceny continued in Clayberry with Badges investigating all corners
of all humble community.
March 14 County Commission met last
Wed morning with the peanut gallery packed. The Ambulance Director reported
runs being down in Feb making slim financials even slimmer. The committee
of three that did the Economic Development Coordinator hiring now has a
new name, Clay Economic Collation which plans to continue meeting and directing
the new Coordinator's daily tasks. Interesting, the decision making group
and funded entirely by tax dollars, has never posted an agenda.
March 14 Reps from Big Otter Fire Dept
told the CCC that things were now quiet in BOFD land. That's a good thing
it sounded. They said volunteers are returning to the much needed emergency
service provider which a month ago was ready to be closed down or at least
, face a serious review by the State Fire Marshall's office.
March 14 For those seeking work, during
the CAEZ and again during the CCC meeting, 2 new daycare jobs are coming
our way with funding from Capitol Resource Agency. Interested? Contact
CAEZ
March 14 Clay Solid Waste Authority
met last Wed where they announced plans to hold a Spring Metal and Junk
Clean Up day sometime in Late April or early May.
March 14 The biggy for last week came
Saturday when the true kindness and generosity of Clay shown during a fundraiser
for a lady afflicted with cancer. Organized by volunteers and held at CCHS,
a volleyball tournament, beauty pageant, spaghetti dinner, silent auction,
raffle and stage show netted over $3100.
March 14 With snow behind us, yards
were raked, trash was picked up, kids got on their bikes, tons of salt
was washed off vehicles, kids put on short pants, and the wild onions around
the yard grew taller. Still no Spring Easter flowers yet, but they're just
around the corner.
March 14 And something else was growing.
Known as potholes, the tank traps are everywhere. For those with dentures,
better apply an extra coat of adhesive. For motorcyclists, watch out,
they will swallow up your two wheels.
March 14 The School Board meets at
Clay Middle School Monday night at 6pm. The online
agenda is available for public review.
March 13 a Basket Bingo at HE White
this afternoon and auction tonight at Two Run.
March 13 a Email notice: 2-Blue will
perform at the "Bucks for Becky" fundraiser Saturday March 13th at 7:00
concert. Also performing will be "The Krave" with band members Josh
Lively, Glen Boatwright and Beth Morris along with Abigail Moore, Brooklyn
Gould and Becky's kids. Donations at the door will go to the "Bucks
for Becky" Fundraiser. Spaghetti dinner for just $5.00
from 5-7 p.m. All at Clay County High School Earlier in the day will
be a volleyball tournament, silent auctions, St Patty's day pageant and
concessions featuring homemade BBQ's and more. Becky Sizemore Hancock is
a young wife and mother with 3 children who has cancer. Come out and have
a good time with us for a good cause.
March 13 a We agree. Get out of the
house and enjoy the day.
March 13 a Flouride in the water
has been controversial since inception decades ago. With some calling it
a carcinigon and all knowing it's a chemical production waste product,
now there's concern where the stuff is coming from. China
for instance.
March 12 a Welcome to Friday in beautiful
Clay County West Virginia
March 12 a There's everything from
Art & Dave to V Ball Tournaments, Bingo and Auctions happening this
weekend starting tonight. Check out the EVENTS page for details
March 12 a This just in from
the DEP: Application has been marked technically complete.
West Virginia Department of Environmental
Protection This mailing is to advise the public that the application
has been marked technically complete for Renewal of an Article 3/4 permit
S201398 for FOLA COAL COMPANY LLC, PO BOX 180 WV STATE RT 16, BICKMORE,
WV 25019. This application is for renewal of existing Article 3 Permit
S201398 to Surface,
Auger and Highwall mine coal in
the Clarion, 5-Block, Stockton, Coalburg and
Winfrede seams of coal. The permit
is located in Clay and Nicholas County, Longitude 81° 3´ 20.0000"
Latitude 38° 20´ 31.0000" (Coordinates from USGS Topographic
Map).
March 12 a Here's the checklist
of progress and the
map, all available via the web.
March 12 a Being the pharnoids that
we are, those grocery store shopping cards are worrisome. We've always
thought, that's Feds watching your every bite. Some say I have nothing
to hide.
March 12 a Here's one more step where
Big
Brother is that much closer to mandatory use of ID cards.
March 12 a 2120 people viewed this
site Tuesday. Thanks and come back often.
March 11 p Clay Roane PSD meets tonight
(7pm) at the Procious Water plant. World is invited
March 11 p Gasoline costs 70 cents
more per gallon today than one year ago. And, we're still buying the stuff
March 11 p BOLO: Lost Wed night, black
and tan Shepherd collie mix female from the Maysel area. Need help locating
please, she was just spayed and we don't want the stitches breaking. See
her? Dial Linda 304 382-1434 THanks
March 10 late p What do you call
a Pope dressed in nun's clothing. Answer: Transsister
March 10 late p A couple years back
the local Health board voted to enact a smoking ban in every business
in Clay. They said they were doing it for our own good and to prevent second
hand smoke from attacking us.
March 10 late p Locals went ballistic
but it didn't matter, the Board did it anyway. Fortunately, our elected
Town leaders enacted their own ordinance which allows each municipal business
to decide if the place will allow smoking.
March 10 late p Back then we raised
two issues. One was can appointed folks make a law and Two, if they can
do that, then what's next, no ice cream for fat people? People thought
we were just kidding around
March 10 late p We weren't kidding.
A proposed law
would eliminate the use of salt in ANY restaurant in New York state.
MArch 9 p the Communicator and 20 pages
of informative reading made it to the news stands this afternoon. With
five solid pages on the Tommy Tommy trial plus the latest on the late Monday
night pick up of Jacob Young, sure to make for some great reading.
March 9 p Last week Joe Morris testified
against Sr. The same day his car wash blew up. Last week Dana Holcomb testified
against Sr. Afterwards, at least one of his customers cars parked at his
business were vandalized. Pay back?
March 9 p Sunday night Jacob Young
was picked up. Coincidental? Maybe but more likely just an indication that
there are a lot more thugs in Clayberry ready to take advantage of your
endeavors.. Recently several other vehicles have been swiped and or damaged.
March 9 p County Commission meets Wed
morning at 10am Interesting of note, the agenda calls for the hiring of
Amanda Moore as the new Eco Dev person but calls the position a part time
temporary position. Hmmmmmmmmmm..
March 8 late p in the Tommy Tommy trial,
guilty guilty guilty and six times more.
MArch 8 p As of 2:24pm, no verdict
yet in the Tommy Tommy trial in Charleston.
March 8 a Kenneth Edward Roop,
63 , see OBITUARY page
March 8 a Around 9 am this morning
the jury began deliberations during the Tommy Tommy trial in Federal Court.
We'll provide the verdict when available and a complete write up in Tuesday'
Communicator.
March 8 a CAEZ meets twice this afternoon.
4pm is the Eco Development Committee meeting followed by the full Board
at 6pm. Public meeting and always interesting to watch.
March 7 a With all the cell cams
capturing world events, it's important that our government get a a
handle on the "spin" more quickly.
March 7 a About the only thing left
is for airport security to say turn around and spread em. Those pesky ACLU
people as well as many religious groups are
against such.
March 7 a Town Council held their monthly
meeting Tuesday evening where the first word came public on a log factory
backup that flooded nearby neighbor John Osborne's basement. In addition
to town labor to clean up the mess, cost in materials, around $1200.
March 7 a Thursday evening during the
BDA meeting, Amanda Moore was announced as the new Director of Economic
Development for the county. She starts tomorrow. Funds for the position
come from the BDA and County Commission along with moral support from the
CAEZ. When asked what each group wanted Ms Moore to get started on,
according Mike Boggs, NONE had laid out ANY plan of attack.
March 7 a The hiring process took over
18 months.
March 7 a Joe Morris' car wash at Bickmore
blew up most likely because of a natural leak.
March 7 a Thursday night, the red,
home meals, Jeep from the Clay County Senior Center at Two Run was stolen.
Some are saying they saw the vehicle tooling around the streets of Clay
that night. It was recovered the next day in Pisgah.
March 7 a After years of finger pointing,
Tommy Young Sr and Jr went on trial for federal crimes of stealing, reselling,
and conspiracy. Sr took the stand himself and said no way, he wasn't apart
of the thievery and didn't know the people that did such deeds.
March 7 a After four days of testimony,
few admitted to actually seeing the dynamic duo at work. As a matter
of fact, those that ended up with stolen goods admitted they were glad
they hadn't been indicted for stealing! Other than already convicted criminals
testifying to protect their own butts, nobody admitted to knowing much.
March 7 a That's other than those that
got stuff swiped.
March 7 a Big long trial write up and
hopefully a conclusion, in Tuesday's Communicator.
March 7 a Bright sunshine filled the
weekend sky. We washed tons of salt off vehicles, restocked firewood supplies,
and drove around with windows rolled down. Most of the snow pack disappeared.
Even tho temps saturday never got above 40 degrees, we were in t shirts
and sneakers. Old timers call this time of year, pneumonia weather.
March 7 a Finally from the last seven
days, we concluded our online fundraiser. Many donated generously to keep
this web effort alive. Thanks each and every. Already we've invested in
a new flatbed scanner with better image capturing abilities as well as
a new keyboard and mouse.
March 7 a You are appreciated.
March 6 a Suppose to be beautiful this
weekend. Wash the car. Clean up the yard. Play with the kids. It feels
like winter is behind us. Do something !!
March 6 We've spent much of the week
coming going or sitting during the Tommy Young Sr and Jr trials. Thursday
afternoon it looked like the whole process would be tossed. Didn't happen.
Friday evening all the testimony was in as were the closing remarks. The
jury will begin their process Monday morning at 9am.
March 6 a All the juicy details
will be in Tuesday's Communicator and most likely, the verdict as well.
March 6 a During Friday's testimony,
the Feds had a nice lookin young man dressed in nice shirt and tie. The
guy admitted to hundreds of crimes and professed a working relationship
with our Murder Mountain gang, Tommy Sr and Jr. He spoke in a matter of
fact sort of way, as if his crime efforts were a legal enterprise.
March 6 a His field of expertise? He
was a "cloner". His employers would need a title for a certain make or
model of vehicle and his job would be to find such a vehicle, often a clunker,
purchase it and the legal title, then furnish the title and vehicle ID
plates to the underworld for attachment to a stolen ride.
March 6 a He said he had done such
work hundreds of time.
March 6 a Tommy Young Sr also took
the hot seat. Sr denied knowing any and all the bad guys, repeatedly said
he couldn't remember various dates and activities. and fired back questions
to the Prosecutor instead of answering. He had her miffed to say the least.
Fun to watch but not sure if the approach will work to his advantage.
March 6 a Around 6:30pm, with the jury
looking pooped out, the decision was made to take the weekend off and begin
deliberation Monday morning at 9am.
March 6 a You never know what a jury
will do but a comment on those 4 men and 8 women. They paid attention
and looked like they had their wits about em. Quite a change from others!
March 4 p During the Thursday evening
Business Development Authority meeting, Amanda Moore was announced as the
new Economic Development Director for the county. With a $30,000 salary,
she begins work Monday March 8th. Her temporary place of work will
be upstairs in the Courthouse in the WVU Extension Service office.
March 4 p Thursday morning the car
wash at Bickmore blew up. With the WV PSC and Fire Marshall investigating,
the coffeehouse crowd thinks: a natural gas line leak caused the explosion.
March 4 p TV-3 announced: A person
was flown to the hospital after an explosion at a car wash in Clay County.
The explosion happened around 9:15 a.m. Thursday at the car wash along
Route 16 in Bickmore. A woman who witnessed the explosion described it
as a flash fire that put itself out. She also tells WSAZ.com Montana Legg
was washing the back of his pick-up truck when the explosion happened.
We're told Legg was hit by debris. Legg's grandfather lives across the
street so he came and got him and took him to his house and called 911.
When emergency crews got on scene Legg was taken to the high school's football
field and flown to a local hospital. Legg was dazed, but we're told he
was walking around. The owner of the car wash tells WSAZ.com someone broke
into his coin machine late Wednesday night. Witnesses say Legg had
to go to the grocery store across the street to get quarters before he
started washing his truck. The State Fire Marshal is on the scene trying
to figure out what caused the fire. However, the owner says they haven't
ruled out a natural gas leak. No one else was hurt. Two walls of the car
wash have collapsed.
March 4 Courtroom etiquette calls for
those housed in the slammer to be in civilian clothes during a trial
and for that matter, even coming and going the courtroom, jurors are not
suppose to see the orange jump suits and shackles. Any transgression is
a real no no.
March 4 p Charged with conspiracy
and hauling stolen goods to and from many states, the Tommy Tommy trial
continued Thursday in Charleston. For the most part the Feds kept stacking
up the facts and double checking any and all possibilities of a slip up.
March 4 p In response, the defense
team did their best disputing each and everything established by the Govt.
Agents.
March 4 p Can the government track
your every move via your cell phone? The answer is Yes.
March 4 p During afternoon testimony
an AT&T rep went over page after page of tele records with the movement,
time of day, and location of each phone call as far back as 2004. How interesting
was it? Even a security guard was heard snoring over in the corner.
March 4 p Around 3pm came the Uh oh.
When of the Fed's star witnesses, a guy already housed in the slammer let
slip, that he, another witness, and Tommy Young Jr all rode the same van
to the Courthouse and are housed in the same jail. There was instant silence
and then the sound of the entire courthouse gasping for air. All the parties
went up front for a quickie huddle that wasn't so quick.
March 4 p With the jury out of earshot,
defense attorney Jane Moran said such words were equivalent to marching
the accused thru the courtroom in shackles and dressed in orange.
March 4 p The trial continues
Friday but me thinks there is a big big problem.
March 4 a The Saturday League's
A Team Tournament was scheduled for last weekend but snow wiped it out.
That rescheduled tournament begins this afternoon at 5:30 continues on
Friday at 5pm and then finishes up Saturday beginning at 1pm. All the fun
takes place at Clay Middle School.
March 3 late p Business Development
Authority (BDA) meets Thursday, 5pm, over at the Auction House restaurant
at Two Run. They're getting a meal and a tour of the place. The Saturday
night consignment auction and now weekday diner is the BDA's only success
story after being in the business of growing zero jobs for over 14 years.
March 3 late p Day two of the
Tommy Tommy trial is in the history books. From those proceedings, a couple
notes.
March 3 late p Witness after witness
went to the hot seat and made their statements. Some were owners of the
stolen goods while others were locals like neighbors ( Gary O Brion), buyers
(Stump Morton), and Badges (Sheriff and Paxton).
March 3 late p With the events well
over a couple years old, memories were vague at best for many.
March 3 late p With each witness sequestered
so as not to hear what was said before em, Black shirt Jim Paxton came
after the Sheriff and his story jelled well.
March 3 late p The Feds used cell phone
records as evidence on Wed.
March 3 late p One of those stolen
"bobcats" was equipped with global posting, GPS. About as soon as it turned
up missing from the fenced in OH work yard, it was located in Maysel West
Virginia.
March 3 late p So how do they get the
equipment started, on a trailer, and out of sight so quick? According to
the testimony Wed., Sr had a key for each piece!
March 3 late p With no paper trail
on either Tommy and no one actually seeing the dynamic duo steal anything,
things were looking good for the Youngs. And then And then....
March 3 late p A fellow dressed in
jail orange was brought into the courtroom. Operating under a plea agreement
(he could be facing life behind bars for his transgressions), the fellow
spilled his guts. He said he worked for Tommy Sr, often drove trucks pulling
stolen equipment, often helped locate equipment, was paid $500 per caper,
stored the hot stuff on his brother's farm in Jackson County, and identified
others in the Tommy team as a Mexican and a great big red headed guy in
his early 20s.
March 3 late p With the clock
slightly passed 5pm, Sr's defense man was cross examining the guy
in orange and giving him double H all along the way. The idea is to make
sure the jury thinks the guy is willing to say anything to save his own
skin. Not sure if that's really true but defense attorney Mat Victor is
making mince meat of the lad.
March 3 late p Trial continues Thursday
morning, 6th floor, Byrd Fed Bldg in Charleston. No admission charge either.
Look for the proceedings to continue Friday too.
March 2 late p We've got a big oooooooooops.
Turns out even tho the Lady Panthers lost in Sectional Tournament action,
they will play at least one game in regional contests. They take on Tolsia
Thursday night during Region IV action.
March 2 late p Darn. Broke a month
long record of not making any mistakes! The month of March anyway.
March 2 late p After a lengthy
jury selection, the Tommy Young Sr and Jr thievery trial got underway.
'got to watch some real interesting maneuvering in the Federal Courtroom.
March 21 late p Dana Holcomb
testified that he had purchased four pieces of equipment from Sr.
Some kind of little backhoe thang was picked up along side a road and had
the key in it. No it wasn't on Tommy's land and No Tommy didn't hand him
the key. Three trailers were later bought and one of them didn't last an
hour before Deputy Paxton seized it. Did Dana see Sr drop off the trailer?
Answer, Nope.
March 21 late At one point, the defense
attorney fellow asked Holcomb: Are you glad you weren't arrested for trafficking
in stolen goods? Holcomb: Yes
March 2 late p As a guy that purchased
the backhoe from Holcomb, Joe Morris was also on the stand.
March 2 late p In that testimony and
others brought forth today, NONE had a written bill of sale and all had
paid cash. The defense folks brought to light that Clayberry likes to buy,
sale, barter and do so on a cash basis without ANY paper trail.
March 2 late p Lets see now, that little
backhoe cost $35,000, was almost new when stolen, Holcomb bought
it for $4500 and then resold it to Joe Morris for around $9000. Should
any eyebrows have gone up?
March 2 late p As for Tommy Jr.,, no
one has identified him as being more than a tagalong .
March 2 late p Here's a cute
one. The 6th floor courtroom has a bunch of flat screen monitors on each
table. The Prosecutor asked each witness to identify Sr. Each time he was
behind the monitor, sometimes with his head turned sideways making the
task to ID difficult. Cute!
March 2 late p Trial continues
all this week. Other witnesses include our Sheriff and Black Shirt Paxton.
Should make for a great lead story in the next Communicator!
March 2 a Hello Bob Taylor over at
Bentree. Glad to have you tuned in!
March 2 a The Lady Panthers lost
to Sissonville Monday evening ending the season in Sectional Tournament
play
March 2 a Clay Town Council and the
Clay Library Board meet tonight at 6pm. That's a new start time for Council.
March 2 a With their Director and staff
at the Mardi Gras, the CAEZ meeting has been postponed until next week.
March 2 a During Monday night's
School Board meeting, one of the proposed school schedules for next year
includes class time, year around. There are four proposed schedules to
chose from. Each includes a full week off for buck season. Some things
take priority!
March 2 a The Tommy Sr and Jr
. thievery trial begins Tuesday morning with a motion hearing at 8:30am
and trial to follow (maybe) at 9am. Judge Johnston will hear the proceedings
in Federal Court, Charleston.
March 2 a This is it, the last day
of the begging for dollars online fundraiser. Thanks each and every for
your support of this web channel. If you can help with keeping this effort
afloat: Delta, 2278 Main St Clay WV 25043
March 2 a Those comments are appreciated.
Well, except for the person that said a hog had more brains in the A***
than those in the ace cub reporter's head. Shame Shame Shame on you
Feb. 28 p From the email bag: MISSING
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HOUND, REDDISH COPPER COLOR WITH STAR SHAPED WHITE SPOT ON CHEST WITH BLACK
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90 LBS, MISSING SINCE AROUND MIDNIGHT SATURDAY FEB 27TH IF YOU HAVE SEEN
THIS DOG PLEASE CALL 587-7906 OR 587-2187, IF NO ANSWER CALL 587-2930,
THIS IS A CHERISHED PET OF A LITTLE GIRL AND BOY.
Feb. 28 p School Board meets
tonight at 6pm in the Standard Bryant Annex building on Gump Street. Don't
even bother checking their web site for an agenda. It ain't there. Those
elected folks don't give a hoot about following the law of the land,
open meeting laws.Maybe it is time to elect new folks to the Board.
Feb. 28 p The Lady Panthers tip off
tonight at 7pm in WVSSAC Sectional Tournament action as they take on Sissonville
in the home court contest. Go Lady Panthers!
FEb 28 p First time in weeks
that we haven't mentioned an upcoming winter blast. Today Calyonians can
actually see black payment. Maybe Spring has sprung.
Feb. 28 a Last day of a short month
where snow dominated conversations throughout the county. Some notes....
Feb. 28 a After two major blizzards
and winds topping 90 mph, thousands are without
electricity up North. In Clayberry, the harsh winter continued but
few were, are without utilities
Feb. 28 a If the Patriot Act hadn't
been approved for another year, Sunday would have looked much different.
Sunday could have meant the government was no longer given permission to
wiretap the phones of Americans and seize their records and property. Obama
De Bama approved
the Patriot Act.
Feb. 28 a 2nd amendment words guarantee
gun owner rights. Should state laws trump Federal rights for the 90 million
USA gun owners? The Supreme
Robes will let us know.
Feb. 28 a England says every dog owner
might have to take a ‘competence
test’ to prove they can handle their pets. Maybe we need that on this
side of the pond.
Feb. 28 a Locally, winter continued
with snow fall each day bringing closed schools, canceled events and mad
rushes to the grocery store for restockings. With each pass of the snow
plow and salt treatment, more pot holes were seen.
Feb. 28 a The Lady Panthers won their
first game in Sectional Tournament play. Their second game was postponed
due to bad weather.
Feb. 28 a The Health Bd managed to
get in a quarterly meeting this past week. Minus Don Samples, get well
son Don, the great divide continued as they discussed the need to install
a costly ($10,000) door lock system. Director Klotzbach was passionate
with her view that such additions are not necessary or wanted at her department.
With two Board members on her side, so far, Klotz is winning the battle.
Feb. 28 a The Communicator made it
out the door complete with a dandy red thong complete with an ever so cute
cartoon image of our Top Badge. The ace cub reporter remains alive.
Feb. 28 a Some things never change.
Sunday morning, 9:25am, over the 911 scanner: Clay Ambulance does not have
a unit to respond.
Feb. 28 a For months this site has
been attacked by the internet gremlins resulting in a roving virus coming
and going. Five days ago those attacks were stopped (all together, knock
on wood) by cleaning out unused "scripts" left over from in the past, services
on the site.
Feb. 28 a Even the web cam is
back up and running.
Feb. 28 a Several people emailed to
tell us of blue screens, black screens, and no screens after a compromised
page was viewed. We're sorry for all the hassles but when the big boys
with all the best high tech gurus get it (Wall Mart for instance, NATO,
Dept of Defense), anybody can get ravaged. We think this site is clear
once again. Thanks for the patience.
Feb. 28 a Not to get too preachy.....
Until "cloud" system web searching becomes common, the best defense is
a good strong security system, systems, Over on the LINKS page is a link
to a free version of Malware antibytes. The free version of AVG also does
very well. Free is just. Neither offers real time, as it's happening, protection.
Feb. 28 a May we suggest you
spend a few bucks and purchase the full versions of those or some other
reputable anti virus, bot, root kit, malware, trogan , software.
Feb. 28 a We're down to two days left
in our once a year, online begging for bucks fund drive. So far many
have been generous, thank you.
Feb. 28 a Up to the minute reporting,
obituary data base, timely pictures from County Clay, and interesting observations
on life in small town America.... worth anything to ya? It's time to support
Clay County West Virginia's only source for such and more.
Feb. 28 a Mail your hard earned resources
to Delta; 2278 Main Street, Clay WV 25043
Feb. 28 a With a new month coming,
lots of public meetings coming our way this week plus the Tommy and Tommy
Federal trial, keep it tuned to Clayberry , your source for news and views.
Feb. 27 a Sick of staying home? Don't
forget the Saturday League "A" Team B Ball Tournament today over at CMS.
And the big BDA Saturday Night Consignment Auction at Two Run. Deals
start at 6pm. Want to get your curtain climber signed up for Little League,
that's today too. See EVENTS page for more.
Feb. 27 a From the email bag:
The CCHS Panther Wrestling Team has Danny Suite, 119 weight class wrestling
for the State Championship tomorrow (Saturday) evening in Huntington
Feb. 27 a Health officials in Vancouver
have already provided 100,000 free condoms to the roughly 7,000 ahtletes
and officials at the Games. That's about 14 condoms per person. But as
of Wednesday, those supplies
started running dangerously low.
Feb. 27 a One week ago today, people
were wearing short pants with even a few motorcycles out and about. We
could mention another so many inches of snow and bad side road conditions
but it's too darn depressing!
Feb. 26 late p Big Knob Hunting Club
has a new pretty cool looking
web site now available online.
Feb. 26 late p The Communicator
and this web portal create controversy. Not for gossip but for the printing
of the words and actions of our elected and appointed leaders. Truth is,
many West Virginia counties have similar issues it's just there isn't a
media source to broadcast such outrageous transgressions.
Feb. 26 late p Seems we've hacked off
Traci Duffield Welch who wrote on facebook: Waddell has reached a new low
- he is now publishing how many kids get reduced or free lunch! It is bad
enough that people have to do w/o b/c of layoffs & no jobs out there,
but he has to add to the embarrassment. I HATE THAT NEWSPAPER & I HOPE
IT GOES TO HELL WHERE IT BELONGS! YOU DO NOT DELIGHT IN THE PROBLEMS OF
OTHERS!
Feb. 26 late p I never heard
of a newspaper going to Hell Wonder if she's going to contribute
during our online begging campaign.
Feb. 26 late p Also, from Miss
Traci: I just don't get why people buy his paper - he is against everything
that people in this county do! He supports "outsiders". I used to
work w/ a woman who's daughter went to school w/ him & she said that
he had "mental" problems in school & always wanted to stir up trouble.
I don't think half of the crap he prints or puts onine should be ... See
Moreallowed. People try to pay their bills but he puts in civils suits
- plus he judges people of their crime b/f they are ever brought to trial.
HE DOES NOT deserve to be called a reporter & that communicator does
not deserve to be called a newspaper
FEb 26 late p Got to admit, Waddell
must have mental problems after battling the blue bloods of Clayberry for
nearly 30 years. Speaking of 39 plus years ago, our little ace cub reporter
did lead a walk out when Sonewall Jackson High School officials refused
to let males wear short pants to school. Got five days in D Hall for that
caper. That nasty pesky wittle rascal!!
Feb. 26 late p How about you, enjoy
getting a dose of life in Clayberry? Even the embarrassment of seeing
the number of families on the free lunch program buried deep in the bowels
of the Dept of Education web site. Some things although public, should
never be spoken or written. NOT!
Feb. 26 late p Now's the time to support
this effort with a donation. How about a nickel a day donation. Mail your
hard earned support to Delta, 2278 Main Street Clay WV 25043
Feb. 26 late p Thanks
Feb. 26 p Tonight's Sectional
Tournament Game between the Lady Panthers and Sissonville has been rescheduled
for Monday March 1st at 7:30pm.
Feb. 26 p Music at Big Otter Community
Center has been canceled for tonight.
Feb. 26 a Clay County is covered with
3 to 6 inches of new white powder. Making about 16 days this term, schools
are closed again today. It is truly being one of those winters we'll remember
and go down in the history books. 46 county systems are either closed or
operating with delays.
Feb. 26 a Outside, 8:00 am, that
white crap continues. Be careful, check our weather report button to the
left. More coming.
Feb. 26 early, (actually 11:08 Thursday
evening), Clayberry Schools are on a two hour delay. Sleep in Friday morning.
Feb. 26 a Ever wonder how many kids
are in each school, class, how many on free or reduced lunch, ethnic make
up? Here goes
Feb. 26 a Big
Odor Elem
Feb. 26 a Clay
Elem
Feb. 26 a H
E White
FEb 26 a Lizemores
Feb. 26 a Clay
Middle
Feb. 26 a Clay
High
Feb. 26 a Running Windows XP? Every
question answered.
Feb. 25 late p Anna Faye
(Osborne) Rose, 78, see OBITUARY page
Feb. 25 late p First cancellation:
Big Otter Community Center will be closed Friday night
Feb. 25 late p It is snowing
like crazy as of 9pm. Around 4 inches are on the ground since dark.
Feb. 25 late p In addition to the white
stuff the wind is raising a ruckus. What did the wind sound like before
we had trains?
Feb. 25 late p The only real question
is, when will Sarah call?
Feb. 25 late p Since switching
to stronger antivurs and malware software we've been having trouble
connecting to the Wilson Shamblin Smith Funeral Home site. Turns out they
have two web addresses. For those that like to have a direct link in their
favorites folder, here's the one we're having luck with, http://www.funeralplan2.com/CarlWilsonFuneralHome/.
Feb. 25 p Hazel Maxine
Fitzwater, 82, see OBITUARY page
Feb. 25 p W went to war in Iraq
so those folks could eventually enjoy some of the civil rights Americans
enjoy. Enjoyed.
Feb. 25 p Our war effort (Patriot Act)
removed many of our civil rights we said we were fighting for. When Dubbya
slinked out of office, with Sen Jay telling us rights would be restored,
and a bright new hope in office, many thought civil rights like the right
to know what you're being arrested for, would return.
Feb. 25 p Last night the Senate, the
Demorat controlled Senate, voted to renew
the Patriot Act.
Feb. 25 p In addition to elected
officials, there are 4,525 total lobbyists from 1,750 companies that include
207 hospitals, 105 insurance companies and 85 manufacturing companies.
Guess who's running the
ship of state?
Feb. 25 p Bill Gates has produced
some great and not so great products for the PC. Windows 2000, millennium,
and Vista come to mind for the later. Guess what
operating system is running the Winter Olympics?
Feb. 25 p We're trying to keep this
web portal virus free and up and running. We think the latest infection
has been removed by removing old "scripts" from enhancements no longer
being used. We also shut off the web cam and removed the link over to Wilson
Shamblin Smith Funeral home for a few days. As citizen
journalists we work for free. The cost of keeping the site ain't.
Feb. 25 p Once a year we go online
and beg for bucks. With the snow coming down and temps around 20 degrees,
it's that time again. Heck, isn't being able to email the Mel Gibson look
alike and give him both barrels worth a nickel a day?
Feb. 25 p For all those that have already
contributed, thank you very much. For those that click on the Clayberry
site daily / weekly, how about you? First hand info, nice pics, links to
interesting independent news stories, and corn ball humor. Not to mention
misspelled words and quirks of reason.
Feb. 25 p Mail your check to Delta;
2278 Main Street, Clay WV 25043
Feb. 25 p Thanks in advance.
Feb. 25 7:10 am
Clay County Schools are closed Thursday.
Feb. 25 a Looks like we've got
about 3 inches of snow on the ground and flurries continue.
Feb. 25 a Big News! Last night
the Lady Panthers got out to an early lead and held on for a victory
in Sectional B Ball Tournament action. They play again Friday night when
they take on Sissonville at CCHS. Go Lady Panthers!!!!!!!!!!
Feb. 24 late p After a huge clean
up and out, this site has made it about 5 hours without spotting anything
malicious. We may have wiped out that living in the back room attack gremlin.
If anybody sees anything, any flags go up, let us know.
Feb. 24 late p The homepage web cam
is still down. Coming back soon maybe.
Feb. 24 late p The clean up deleted
some info like stuff on classifieds and obituaries. We'll try to retrieve
what we can.
Feb. 24 late Greg Wagner from Maysel
did the script and code deletions. He does website design too. Email Greg
at dyingtime@Frontiernet.net
Feb. 24 late p Around 7:30pm the snow
started falling again. Clayberry may get 3 inches tonight and a like amount
on Thursday. All of a sudden nobody cares. This late in the season,
we know it's fleeting at best. Kids of course are waiting for the "Sarah"
call.
Feb. 24 late The Pledge of Allegiance
means nothing when someone is forced to recite it. In one school system
a 13
year old was taken from the classroom by Badges for refusing to stand
and recite.
Feb. 24 late p The Fourth Amendment
use to be very strong on keeping Badges out of your home without a warrant
in hand. One Federal Appeal Judge says the
4th is all gone.
Feb. 24 late p While we're preparing
to struggle thru another snow. Clayberry's John Sizemore lives in the Dominican
Republic where short pants are norm.
Feb. 24 p After a bunch more deletions,
folder changes and password upgrades, we're bringing this site back up.
As of 4:10pm, we're debugged. If anybody sees any kind of problem, please
email
Feb. 24 p Tonight the Lady Panthers
take on Poca in Sectional Tournament action over the CCHS.
Feb. 24 p Communicator made to
the news stands Tuesday afternoon. It's a keeper for sure and well worth
the 70 cents.
Feb. 24 De Bug test post 2:57p
Feb. 23 Bug alert on this site.
Be careful. No updates until we find the little gremlins
Feb. 22 p Andrew George Guthrie, 47,
see OBITUARY page
Feb. 22 p Last year Fola Coal asked
for a $13m coal value reduction. After a discussion with the State
Tax Dept., they got a $6m reduction.
Feb. 22 p This year, on just
one piece of property the state reduced value from $24.7m down to $14.8m.
After a Board of Review a couple weeks back and with a nod from the big
boys in Charleston, Larry Darryl and Darryl agreed to reducing value assessments
on one tract to just $13.1m.
Feb. 22 p Wasn't that generous of our
elected folks.
Feb. 22 p Three days later Fola laid
off 157 workers and reduced hours on the remaining workers.
Feb. 22 p Full details in Tuesday's
Communicator. Hard to find info and just 70 cents cheap!
Feb. 22 p Now back to typing.
Feb. 22 p Arthur McCoy Morton,
90 of Lizemores, see OBITUARY page
Feb. 22 a With a light drizzle
coming down, there's a bunch going on this week.
Feb. 22 a You wouldn't think that a
Board of Health meeting would be exciting but sometimes there are. That
group meets tonight at 6pm in their Main Street digs.
Feb. 22 a The Lady Panthers did pretty
good this season and are in sectional tournament action this week. With
the games being held at CCHS, Jason Nichols provided this scoop: This
week the Region 4 Section 1 girls basketball tournament will be held at
Clay County High School. In events like this, the WVSSAC sets the
admission prices and entry policies. therefore, school employees
will have to pay to enter the game(s) this week. and, prices will
be set by the WVSSAC. coaches from other teams (with coaches cards)
will be allowed free entry. Ticket prices for game are $6 for adults
and $5 for students. Also, the schedule for this weeks tournament are as
follow:
Monday, Feb. 22
Game 1: Herbert Hoover vs. Sherman
7:30pm
Wednesday, Feb.
24 Game 2: Hoover/Sherman winner vs. Sissonville
6:00pm
Game 3: Poca vs. Clay
8:00pm
Friday, Feb. 26.
Game 4: Winners of Game 2 and Game 3
7:00pm .
Feb. 22 a The Buffalo Creek Watershed
group is trying to reorganize Tuesday night, 6pm. Interested in working
on an important project? Call the County Clerk's office for more.
Feb. 22 a County Commission meets Wed
morning beginning at 10am.
Feb. 22 a Enjoy the better weather
by taking in a public meeting. It skeers the crap out of our officials
when the public shows up and watches their actions.
Feb. 21 late p We're busy typing
on the next edition of the Communicator due out Tuesday mid day. Actually,
the sun was so nice, we were out goofing off most of today!
Feb. 21 p Briefly, from the last seven
days....
Feb. 21 p Jimmy Kearns put the School
Board on the spot Monday might when he bluntly asked each if they were
in favor of changing bus routes to provide greater attendance at H E White
Elem. Translation: Keeping the school open
Feb. 21p With guarded responses, all
five said Yes to the changes. Good answer
Feb. 21 p School closed and two hour
delays marked last week during this winter to remember
Feb. 21 p BUT! friday the weather
broke. Sunshine was seen for the first time in ages. Temps went up and
the snow pack went down. Saturday and Sunday broke out motorcycles and
even some short pants. Now instead of snow, we've got one big muddy mess
but we'll take it!
Feb. 21 p Observation: The BDA Consignment
Auction at Two Run had near record crowds Friday and Saturday nights. Their
weekday restaurant is doing likewise. Proof, if you build it, they will
come
Feb. 21 p Other than the weather, the
biggy news came Friday when Fola told 157 workers, you ain't workers no
more. Those that remain will be working shorter shifts. That news came
just three days after Fola was given a huge tax reduction on their Clayberry
holdings during the CCC Bd of Review.
Feb. 21 p This time Big Coal told the
truth, the economy is so bad they can't sell what they've got on the ground.
This time environmentalists, Robert C , Jay and anybody else that speaks
the truth, were spared a media thrashing.
Feb. 21 p Each February we do an online
begging drive to support this humble little operation. We started that
effort Wed. Can you lend a hand? Where else can you get the scoop on the
Great Nation of Clay? Where else can you get the info on a daily basis?
Feb. 21 p We know the economy is tight
and few have much extra jingle but, isn't it worth say a nickel a day to
see what's going on? Send your donation to Delta; 2278 Main St; Clay WV
25043
Feb. 21 p Thanks
Feb. 19 p Maxwell Mullins, see OBITUARY
page
Feb. 19 p Back in Dec Fola Coal put
up the smoke screen citing those D### tree huggers as the reason 500 employees
would have to be laid off Feb. 7th. After a huge media campaign to support
the good corporate neighbor, Judge Chuck Chambers backed off and allowed
the valley fill permit to stand for another 12 months.
Feb. 19 p All along, many new the truth
and tree huggers had nothing to do with it....
Feb. 19 p This evening Fola announced
an immediate layoff of 157 employees. Those remaining on the job will be
on a reduced work schedule.
Feb. 19 p Big Coal. It's always the
bottom line that counts.
Feb. 19 p Those are the same corporate
neighbors that our County Commission gave another gazillion dollar tax
break to during last week's Board of Review tax dodging day.
Feb. 19 a Vina Jackson, 86, of Wallback,
see OBITUARY page
Feb. 19 a Tonight the Lady Panthers
play their last home game of the season. With a pretty good season under
the belt, they're heading off to tournament action next week. Go Lady Panthers!
Feb. 19 a Great music at Big
Otter Community Center tonight
Feb. 19 a Check out the EVENTS
page for more
Feb. 19 a Finally a morning with
a two hour delay. There's even mention of a little sunshine today. Great!
Feb. 19 a 8 years back our Business
Development Authority got all bent out of shape when the Communicator provided
coverage of the group's effort to attract a metal culvert maker to the
Filcon Industrial site. So torqued up was the BDA Chair that he invited
the ace cub reporter out back for something more than an ice cream social.
So torqued up, at their next meeting, they formed a super secret committee
that would meet behind closed doors to handle any future misnegotiations.
Feb. 19 a The BDA was grinning ear
to ear when they heard the guy's plan to employ dozen's and set up a permanent
home for his up and coming operation.
Feb. 19 a The company (Amcor) ended
up over in the Amma Industrial Park along I-79 in 2003.
Feb. 19 a Amcor has been out of business
for some time with its holdings being
sold off to the highest bidder today.
Feb. 19 a Whether it's nice pictures
or a behind the scenes look at Clayberry, this site and the Communicator,
are the only sources for such info. The three owners are paid zero, ninguno,
nothing, for their daily efforts. Feb. is the one time of year when
we come to you begging for $$$.
Feb. 19 a To keep this source of information
up and running, send your check to Delta; 2278 Main St; Clay WV 25043
Feb. 19 a thank you
Feb. 18 p Tonight's tournament action
at Clay Middle has been canceled.
Feb. 18 p Fred Sampson's Roundtable
Discussion show on 101.7FM has been canceled for tonight.
Feb. 18p After days of snow and nasty,
one week ago today God provided a boost for the ace cub reporter when he
deposited that pink Victoria Secrets envelope in the wrong mail box. My
how such a little thing can perk one up!
Feb. 18 a 70 kids behind
ya yelling and screaming is tough. Icy road conditions make it even tougher
for bus drivers. Yesterday a bus slid in a ditch in the H E White Elem
neighborhood. A bus and a car smashed together at Clay Elem. No injuries
other than sheet metal.
Feb. 18 a How icy was it this morning?
Over in Roane County, loaded buses stopped in the road because the black
ice was so bad.
Feb. 18 a Over at the Middle
School, there's a tournament tonight. Get out of the house and have some
fun.
Feb. 18a Each Feb. this site does an
online begging campaign to keep this web portal up and hobbling along.
We go at it for about 10 days or so. NAG Nag Nag.
Pictures, notices, boil water orders, up to the minute info, and virus
attacks, that's clayberry.org.
Feb. 18 a We're suppose to be
a for profit company but the truth is, in this humble little county, we
can only keep the web doors open with the help of advertisers and you.
Yesterday 2250 clickers views this site. If each one of those donated $1
, we could finish off this drive today.
Feb. 18 a How about it? Delta; 2278
Main St; Clay WV 25043
Feb. 17 late p With roads in
poor condition, around 11pm, Sarah made it official, Clay County Schools
will be operating on a two hour delay Thursday morning.
Feb. 17 p We're making some changes
in an attempt to stave off those pesky internet gremlins. Notice the web
cam has been shut down as a starter.
Feb. 17 p Big snow flakes beginning
Wed afternoon. Clayberry has an additional 6 inches of snow as of 9pm Wed.
Roads are snow covered and slick as goose snot.
Feb. 17 p Deadline for The Communicator
is Friday afternoon.
Feb. 17 a Frontier's internet long
distance and internet service went down yesterday afternoon and stayed
that way for most of the evening. Will have updates this morning.
Feb. 17 a For those interested, winter
continues with two hour school delays, slick roads, and more snow coming.
Feb. 16 p The Pentagon holds Board
meetings at various schools during the year. Last night it was H E White
Elem's turn to host the public meeting. After sappy sweet intros and accolades
of such a wonderful facility, the elected folks went thru the normal blah
blah blah.
Feb. 16 p They got down to business
when Fran Naylor and Jimmy Kearns led the charge for keeping the school
open. Open? Locals know the plan has always been to shut the rural
school down as soon as possible with the return of split classes being
the first step.
Feb. 16 p Fran Naylor provided
the set up. Her speech was to change bus route boundaries to capture more
students for the school while reducing bus times for the riders. Boardster
Beth Cercone thanked Naylor for the input noting that sometimes the Board
isn't aware of such possibilities.
Feb. 16 p The Board can make such changes
if they want to. When Big Odor Elem was planned, there wasn't enough students
to justify the place so Poof, kids from Widen etc were rerouted to the
new facility.
Feb. 16 p With the set up, solution
spoken by Ms Naylor, Jimmy Kearns set the hook. He asked each Boardster
if they would support changing the routes (IE: keeping HE White open).
With microphone in hand, each were on the spot and with over 50 voters
in the peanut gallery, each had to respond. Each did.
Feb. 16 p Boardster Gene King, unequivocally,
Yes. Ric Tanner: he's supportive of any logical solution; RB commented
that this district set the record for supporting the Excess Levy and thus,
he would be supportive with "No Problem"; Jim Dawson was all supportive
of the school and increasing attendance by attracting Kanawha County kids;
and finally, Beth Cercone: after saying the math would have to be worked
out and if it works out, she was in favor.
Feb. 16 p With around 250 Excess
Levy votes in the neighborhood (next vote on the Levy comes Jan 2011),
the School Board has no choice but keep the natives in line with Yelp,
we love HE White Elem!!
Feb. 16 p One of the biggest headaches
for the Pentagon is keeping that little school open. They want nothing
short of the place shut down.
Feb. 16 a 54 county school
systems closed for the day including Clayberry.
Feb. 16 a Overcast and big snowflakes
coming down by 8:30 this morning.
Feb. 16 a Bank spending on lobbying
increased
12% to nearly $30,000,000.00 last year. Wonder where those $$$ came
from?
Feb. 16 early am Two hour delay
for Clay County School System Tuesday
Feb. 16 a Yippity Do Dah !
Feb. 15 p A big blast of wind, ice
and snow pelted Clayberry earlier this afternoon. Didn't last more than
a few minutes but it was real.
Feb. 15 p The last day to seek a property
tax reduction before the Board of Review is Tuesday at 2pm. Don't complain
if you don't speak up now.
Feb. 15 a Early this morning,
there was no hint of snow in the air. By 8 am the white stuff began. By
9 am great big snow flakes were coming down in torrents. Winter continues.
Feb. 14 p Lets see now, in between
the snow, ice, sleet, rain, we had ice snow sleet rain and cold temps.
....
Feb. 14 p Just as in 1984, Big
Brother is watching your every move and the Justice Dept. says they don't
need any kind of warrant to monitor you where ever you walk, stand,
sleep, or even take a dump.
Feb. 14 p Back decades ago Prez
Regan lied to use when he reported Star Wars technology could then laser
blast a rocket from the sky. Now that laser
technology is real.
Feb. 14 p And believe it or not, there's
still a
vicious war going on taking American lives without any good reason.
Feb. 14 p Here at home we picked up
kernels of new or misplaced information.
Feb. 14 p New: According to the Assessor,
if you list your property for sale, that sky high list price can be used
to increase your tax burden. Assessor Teresa Lane said it twice this week
then got miffed for us reporting the information
Feb. 14 p New: Clayonians a plenty
own a small percentage of a parcel of a piece of underground coal, oil
or gas. The heirship holdings can amount to near nothing. During Minerals
Day last Thursday, Assessor Lane was asked: If one of those percentage
owners gets a tax break, do the others owners get a similar break. The
answer was No.
Feb. 14 p What that amounts to is,
if 50 people own 10 acres of coal and want to protest high taxes, all 50
need to come before the County Commission each February and ask for reductions.
Feb. 14 p During Minerals Day, we found
out a couple more things. One: The State Tax Dept makes alot of mistakes
and two, if you appeal those tax increases, they often back off and reduce
taxes.
Feb. 14 p This site made it another
week without a cyber attack.
Feb. 14 p Bad weather kept schools
closed for much of the week.
Feb. 14 p The Kitchen restaurant closed
their doors.
Feb. 14 p With all the snow and yuck,
we needed something to perk things up. We got it Thursday mid day when
the USPO stuck a pink Victoria's Secret monthly statement envelope addressed
to the Sheriff in the wrong mailbox. Of course we gave it back but not
before taking a picture and posting that image along with this question:
Wonder what color thong the Top Badge wears?
Feb. 14 p The county went wild with
giggles, laughter, and offered mean spirited questions. It was great until
a little before 5pm Thursday
Feb. 14 p In full uniform, the
Sheriff roared to the Communicator office at 4:59. After busting thru the
door and knocking stuff array, an absolutely out of control Poopster was
ready to kick one lovable huggable ace cub reporter's arss. Had there not
been a witness present, he would have done just that. He did promise threatening
future retributions for the Mel Gibson Look Alike.
Feb. 14 p Badges don't like witnesses.
Feb. 14 p We elected the guy
to office a few years back to rid the county of druggies. We were
so desperate for relief from drug crimes, we knew we were electing the
guy often referred to as Deputy Death, but did so anyway. We saw that out
of control, temper tantrum laced side Thursday afternoon.
Feb. 14 p The ribbing hasn't stopped.
During the recent ball games, all his close buddies raised the issue and
got the Sheriff even madder. The coffeehouse crowd continues with comments
until the Top Badge comes past. Most likely, that makes him even more miffed.
Feb. 14 p Friday night was Homecoming
at CCHS. The place was packed from wall to wall and the crowd stayed
the entire evening. Saturday night the Panthers lost their B Ball contest
by one point in the last seconds of the home game.
Feb. 14 p Braving the threat
of snow and cold temps, 101.7 FM packed the Senior Center Saturday night
for their annual Valentine's Dance. It was a blast!
Feb. 14 p Thru out the county, Moms
and GranMoms were escorted to local eateries for a meal out and time with
the family. It was Valentines Day.
Feb. 14 p With the threat of another
winter storm coming our way Sunday, kids, parents, and teachers alike asked
just one question: Will we get a snow day Monday?
Feb. 14 p Monday is a holiday with
schools scheduled to be closed. Due to the number of snow days this year,
the Pentagon took away the holiday and turned it back to class time.
Feb. 14 p Weather may change those
plans right back to a day away from the books.
Feb. 14 p Clickers, throw another log
on the fire, you may need it.
Feb. 14 p Andy Subrick,
79, see OBITUARY page
Feb. 14 p Weekend wrap up coming late
this evening and Yes, we'll get back to ole pink thong then.
Feb. 14 p Happy
Valentine Day wishes to one and all. Take the sweetie out while we've got
some sunshine and blue skies.
Feb. 13 a Happy Birthday Brianna and
Jason Brown.
Feb. 13 a With more snow flurries coming
down, it's time to get out of the house.
Feb. 13 a Put on your dancing shoes
and head over to the Senior Center tonight at 7 for a Sweetheart Dance
hosted by the radio station. No cover charge and lots of good music, raffles,
and The Tiffinator.
Feb. 13 a CCHS Basketball action
continues tonight at 7:30. The home team needs all the support it can get!
Feb13 a Want to make some $$$?
Clean out your closet and take the junk over to the BDA Saturday night
Auction which begins at 6pm. Take your wares over early and you may
leave with a pocket full of jingle.
Feb. 13 a Leaders tell us, get a good
education and you will get a a good job. Good advice except if you live
in W Va.
Feb. 13 a Cabinet Secretary Kelley
Goes just released The Best Career Opportunities in WV thru 2016 report.
The new findings were provided the Legislature near the beginning of Feb.
Feb. 13 a From that report, the top
10 job growth areas are in order of growth: Home Health Aides, Security
Guards, Fast Food workers, Personal Home Care Aides, Retail Clerks,
Bill Collectors, Social Service Assistants, Pharmacy Technicians, Dental
Assistants, and Medical Assistants.
Feb. 13 a When you tell your kids,
get an edumacation and you can get a job close to home, those are the jobs
your kids are looking at.
Feb. 13 a Prepared by the best
minds Broadway Joe could come up with and with the biggest load of massaging
the finished product, that's the best spin they could come up with. How
sad.
Feb. 13 Also, 75% of our job
openings from now thru 2016 will be to fill existing positions.
Feb. 13 a Goes from the Commerce Dept.
predicts a 24,000 job growth between 2006 and 2016, 10 years. That's
only 2400 new jobs in the entire state each year. Of those new jobs, slightly
more than half will require any kind of advanced education.
Feb. 13 a Get that college degree and
pack up, that's your future in West Virginia.
Feb. 13 a Did you know, all the manufacturing
jobs (employees) in the entire state could sit in the WVU's football stadium
and there would still be empty seats.
Feb. 13 a We'll get back to the Sheriff
soon.
Feb. 13 a Life's short, have some fun
this weekend.
Feb. 12 a Happy TGIF one and all. Tonight
the Panthers play in home court action as well as live music at Big Otter
Community Center. It's also Homecoming Night at the game.
Feb. 12 a Each year 101.7 FM hosts
a Valentine Dance open to the public and without a cover charge. That happens
tomorrow night at the Senior Center, Two Run.
Feb. 12 a Check out the EVENTS page
for all the weekend happenings.
Feb. 12 a NExt week we start our online
begging drive to keep this online portal afloat. In addition to you the
clickers, advertiser revenue helps a bunch. Thanks and next week the begging
begins.
Feb. 12 a Welcome incumbent David Walker
to Clayberry as an advertiser. Check out his election messages behind the
home page button.
Feb. 13 a What was a hum drum week
of snow and yuck turned newsworthy when our Top Badge went out of control
Thursday afternoon. Read yesterday's pm post for the story and check out
the home page picture that got it all started.
Feb. 13 a In response to the
Sheriff's actions, we received emails on the topic. Here's one: Thanks,
Andy. That just made this snow-pocalypse week all worth it! What's
next for our top badge.....a shopping spree at Bed, Bath, and Behind?
Feb. 13 a Here's another: SORRY
TO INFORM YOU BUT THE SHERIFF CAN'T FIT IN ANY OF VICTORIA'S CLOTHES HE
NEEDS TO GO ON A WATER DIET FIRST
Feb. 13 a And: YOU ARE A GENIUS You've
now discovered why nothing gets done in clay co. when crimes happen. all
of the police officers are either comparing underwear in the sheriffs office
or cup sizes.
Feb. 13 a Someone asked why he
didn't go ahead and beat the stuffins out of the ole Mel Gibson look alike.
Answer: Badges learned long ago to do their dirty work without witnesses
around. Yesterday afternoon when the Sheriff went crazy, there was another
person in the office.
Feb. 13 a Here's the best part
clickers, think of all his buddies calling him and asking, what's the best
color thong to go with my uniform? And, whenever he walks down the hall,
street, where ever, every time people stop talking, our wittle Badge will
be thinking they're talking about him.
Feb. 13 a Yesterday was Minerals Day
before the County Commission. That's the time when mineral owners can contest
taxes assessed on their underground coal, oil, gas, salt, and gold holdings.
Many did and reported taxes doubling or tripling as well as year after
year goof ups from the State folks. Those that came yesterday displayed
maps, core drillings, and other records disproving state tax dept findings
and tax increases.
Feb. 13 a Although the Commission won't
make their official decisions public until next Tuesday Feb. 16th, it appears
all that protested tax increases will be rewarded with a decrease.
Feb. 16 a Before the Sheriff's
temper tantrum Thursday, we were giving Assessor Teresa Lane some online
grief. Let's get back to that...
Feb. 16 a A lot of those coal holdings
are broke up into heirship where the protester may own just 1/3 of 1/8
of 1/10 % of the reserve. When the County Commission asked: If the tax
is reduced on this person, do all the other owners (not here protesting)
get their taxes reduced? From Assessor Lane, the answer: No.
Feb. 16 a She added that she follows
CCC directives and she doesn't have any way of knowing all the property
owners since they could be on different "numbers".
Feb. 16 a Interesting, from then on,
each time the CCC heard from a protester, they asked the Assessor to include
all other mineral owners in the reductions. She nodded in agreement.
Feb. 16 a One other observation
from yesterday. Tax protesters didn't have so much interest in assessments
or appraisals. They wanted to know the bottom line, how much will their
tax burden end up being. Often the CCC would turn to Ms Lane and ask that
very question.
Feb. 16 a Although she had all the
tax print outs with her and a calculator in hand, she didn't do any
cyphering. She didn't provide any figures.
Feb. 16 a Instead she waited for others
to provide the answer.
Feb. 16 a One big Hmmmmmmmmmmmm....
Feb. 16 a Lets see now, the Sheriff
is all torqued up and the Assessor is even more miffed. It's been a good
week so far!
Feb. 11 p Clay County Schools
two hour delay called for Friday. Stay up late and then sleep in kids and
teachers.
Feb. 11 p Around lunch time we posted
a pink Victoria Secret's envelope addressed to the Top Badge on our home
page. The monthly statement was stuck in the wrong post office box by mistake.
Before we returned the thing to the USPO, we snapped the picture.
Feb. 11 p At 4:59 Top Badge came
a storming thru the Communicator's front door slinging it open so hard,
it knocked aside a nearby wooden rack.
Feb. 11 p With about a 45 second
burst of potty mouth, the irate Badge called the ace cub reporter about
every potty mouth name in the book. "YOU DIRTY ROTTEN SON OF A B****"
.... You CROSSED THE LINE!!!!!!!!!!!... I PROBABLY SHOULD TAKE YOU
OUT OF HERE AND KICK YOUR A***!!!!... YOU BETTER WATCH OUT!!! .. YOU'VE
HAD IT NOW!!!! ...
Feb. 11 p Me thinks our wittle Sheriff
was a bit miffed.
Feb. 11 p Each Kick you a*** and crossed
the line this time was shouted at least twice.
Feb. 11 p In the same heated breath
came other threats that taking a picture of an envelope stuffed
in the wrong PO box is ILLEGAL.
Feb. 11 p Lots more said and
we'll get to that ASAP but while in uniform with his arms flaying, finger
pointing, jowls taunt, the Sheriff was asked twice, "Anything else?"
Feb. 11 p Ahhh that didn't make him
any happier clickers.
Feb. 11 p As he stormed back
thru the door he slammed it so hard, a piece of the window blind broke
and fell to the ground.
Feb. 11 p Not sure where we crossed
the line. Maybe it was questioning whether he wears his pasties under or
over his bullet proof vest. Not sure.
Feb. 11 p It's common to say
someone's shorts are all bunched up. In this case, our Top Badge's
thong may be all wadded up!
Feb. 11 a Weathercasters missed the
mark last night when they predicted a ton of snow hitting Clayberry. The
news was enough to clear the bread off many grocery store shelves but we
didn't get the big dump. Good
Feb. 11 a Most roads remain snow
covered and slick as snot. Be careful out there.
Feb. 11 a The B Ball schedule called
for a home LKC game at CCHS tonight. If they hold that contest it has been
moved from the home court.
Feb. 11 a Been meaning to mention,
our new Town Badge (paid for with grant $$$) went to work Monday morning
early. Been on day shift so far.
Feb. 11 a Campaigning for office
is different in this office. Instead of big TV ads, the norm is to make
phone calls, knock on doors, put up a few posters, and leave campaign cards
laying at area convenience stores. Who's winning so far? Winning might
be too strong a word bu Jim Paxton has the first calling cards laid out.
Feb. 11 a It's never easy getting a
straight answer from a politician. Yesterday our local Assessor, Teresa
Lane, refused ANY comment on non profits and do they have to pay property
taxes.
Feb. 11 a In yesterday's afternoon
post, we called her Wittle Miss Teresa and mentioned her being "miffed".
Feb. 11 a To provide a straight
answer , we posted that section of the code over on the ADVISORY page for
your edification. Thanks KB for the research.
Feb. 11 a Without aid of the Assessor's
office, we figure since non profit CAEZ is allowing the for- profit BC&G
RR to use the campground and lodge for money raising purposes, the state
is allowed to collect property taxes on it.
Feb. 11 a There.That wasn't too hard
was it Teresa. Didn't hurt a bit!
Feb. 10 9:50 pm Clay County
Schools will be closed Thursday. Sleep in young uns
Feb. 10p Looking for work? See the
JOBS page now
Feb. 10 p Tammy Rose provides
environmental articles and updates at The Communicator. We didn't know
it, but she has written a
lot more than we knew about.
Feb. 10 p Snow sometimes blowing sideways
and back up, continues to fall today, Main roads are driveable with many
side roads snow covered and slick slick slick.
Feb. 10 p If you check over on the
Charleston Federal Building web docket, comes this: Daily Calendar for
Friday, February 12, 2010 9:30 AM 2:09-cr-223 Judge Johnston USA
v. Tommy Edward Young Sr.& Jr.-Pretrial Motions Hearing District Courtroom
B - Room 6600 Charleston
Feb. 10 p Feb. is the month the CCC
listens to appeals for lowering tax rates. Few take the time to do so.
Scheduled today was non profit CAEZ Director Connie Lupardus. According
to the CCC, Big Lup was to be there to protest high values assessed
on the recently put under roof Lodge building over at the Campground.
Feb. 10 p During CAEZ meetings the
question came: Why is a non profit even being taxed?
Feb. 10 p As the public meeting was
ending today around 1:20, the ace cub reporter asked Assessor Teresa Lane:
Why is a non profit being taxed?
Feb. 10 p Her response, " I have no
comment for you."
Feb. 10 p Me thinks little Miss
Teresa is miffed.
Feb. 10 p Best of get well wishes extended
to Connie Lupardus for a speedy recovery.
Feb. 10 a Roger D. Hartwell,
63, see OBITUARY page
Feb. 10 a At 7:30 this morning the
air was different. It wasn't snow coming down nor sleet. Instead there
was a fine ice dust in the air. Be careful out there today.
Feb. 10 a County Commission meets this
morning at 10 am for a regular session. Not sure if Big Otter Fire Dept.
will be discussed in public but it should be.
Feb. 10 a at 1pm the CCC convenes again
to hear property tax rate disputes like non profit CAEZ's complaint that
they are being taxed for a lodge building they own over at the JG Bradley
Campground three years ago. Currently, for profit BC&G RR Co Op operates
the facility although the use agreement for the building and land has been
severed.
Feb. 10 a One of the advantages to
being a non profit is not being taxed.
Feb. 10 a Speaking of non profits,
there are problems up north with the Big Otter Fire Dept.
Feb. 10 a During their Monday night
Board meeting serious issues on equipment being in disrepair were made
public. How serious? Fire Chief Marna Killingsworth was suspended from
duty for 90 days after a lengthy secret time.
Feb. 10 a Other resigned their volunteer
positions in support of Marna.
Feb. 10 a Knowing in advance
how hot button the meeting could be, 2 Badges were in attendance during
the meeting.
Feb. 10 a Fire Departments receive
ratings from a state insurance group. During their recent inspection,
things were so bad, the State Fire Marshall's office was called. The Fire
Marshall has regularity authority for such volunteer groups and can shut
them down when things get too bad.
Feb. 10 a About a month ago the County
Commission considered calling in the Fire Marshall for an inspection code
named an "evaluation". Instead they agreed to give a newly elected
Board of Directors a couple of weeks to solve a "problem". Me thinks the
problem ain't solved yet.
Feb. 10 a The BOFD has been a troubled
agency for several years. Old and new factions struggle with power sharing
duties, keeping enough volunteers on the job, equipment maintenance, and
fund raising needs. Personality clashes are common and often affect decisions
made. During some meetings, name calling, finger pointing, and near fights
raised many an eyebrow.
Feb. 10 a Volunteer groups often go
thru such crunch times. Sometimes the power shifts work out better for
the agency. For the sake of the residents in that service area, hope that's
the case this time.
Feb. 10 5:15am Clayberry schools
are closed for the day
Feb. 10 a It's about 13 degrees and
there's about a half inch of snow on the ground. Not sure what Sarah saw
this morning, maybe ice, but all the wittle ankle biters are oh so happy.
Feb. 10 a About 47 other county school
systems are closed or operating on a two hour delay today.
Feb. 9 late p Holly Ray Chapman,
59, see OBITUARY page
Feb. 9 p No CCHS B Ball
game tonight. Cancelled due to the weather.
Feb. 9 p At 4:30 it looks like
the all day rain is changing to sleet. be careful out there
Feb. 9 late am Sheila Thorne was named
the Person of the Year just last month. We're already getting emails to
nominate Sarah the school messenger for the next award.
feb 9 late am Needless to say,
Sarah called off school this morning around 7:20 am
feb 9 late am The Panthers are suppose
to play Sherman (from Boone County) tonight at CCHS. No word yet on whether
the game is still on.
feb 9 late am As of 10
am A light slushy rain is drizzeling over Clayberry. Me thinks the bad
stuff may be coming tonight and tomorrow.
Feb. 9 5 am Clay County School's
are on a two hour delay. Salt shakers are out working the roads. Other
county system's have closed for the day. Early morning scanner traffic
mentioned ice on the roads.
Feb. 9 5 am Be careful out there
one and all.
Feb. 8 p Glen Sutton found a
beagle. Yours? Call him 304 587 4600
Feb. 8 p You advertise your house for
sale and list a price. Can that listed price raise the assessed value of
your home? The answer is Yes according to Assessor Teresa Lane. Read all
about it in Tuesday's Communicator.
Feb. 8 p Still typing on the
Communicator. Goin to be a good one. No updates until it gets to bed.
Feb. 8 a We sat by the phone last night
waiting for Sarah the School Voice to call and cancel or delay school for
today. She didn't call. We're mad at Sarah big time. Sarah is a poop
butt!
Feb. 8 a About the only cancellation
we have as of 8am today, tonight's Lady Panther B Ball game has been canceled.
Feb. 7 p We're busy typing on the Communicator,
no weekend wrap up .. just a couple notes
Feb. 7 p The big snow that we
was suppose to hit us this weekend, turned out the thang went all around
us. Maybe 6 inches of snow on the ground with the roads mostly cleared
up by Saturday afternoon. Power outages reported in the Northern end of
the county. Now the cold cold temps are heading our way. Brrr!
Feb. 7 p Kids (and teachers) are waiting
beside the phone for a "Sarah" call. None so far, 5:02pm
Feb. 7 p If the weather cooperates,
we've got a full week coming our way.
Feb. 7 p Want to try getting your property
taxes reduced, next chance is Monday morning, 10 am, in the County
Commission room.
Feb. 7 p With many "problems" facing
them, including having very few firefighters at the ready, Big Otter Fire
Dept. meets Mondya evening at 7pm
Feb. 7 p Lady Panthers have a home
game Monday night, 7:30pm. Boys play Tuesday evening at home.
Feb. 7 p Solid Waste Authority meets
Wed, 5:30pm, upstairs in the old King Jewlery Store building on Main.
Feb. 7 p That nasty ole Hawiian President
ain't done nothing! Well, except for making 25
tax cuts since coming to office and that's without ANY Republicrat
help.
Feb. 7 p Obama de Bama has been criticizing
the Republicrats for talking out both sides of their mouths. Like, they
ALL votes agains the Recovery Act which dropped billions into local
projects but then showed up for the ribbon cutting ceremonies and took
credit while the cameras were rolling.
Feb. 7 p Her's a Badge that responded
to a snowball battle by pulling
his weapon. Dumb Dumb Dumb.
Feb. 7 p The real football championship
was held yesterday Take a look
at the team names. Nice.
Feb. 7 p Here's one of the sites chocked
full of pics. Here's a second for
reaaal football images.
Feb. 6 a At 9 am we've got about 6
inches of snow on the ground and the crap is still coming down. A wet,
perfect for making hard as a rock, snow balls.
Feb. 6 a In West Virginia 42,000 are
without electric service. Here in Clayberry for most, the power is blinking
off and on . We'll post as long as the juice flows.
Feb. 6 a Maybe its true what the electric
Gods say, it's cheaper to let a big snow clear the right of ways. With
the huge Dec 19th storm doing most of the work, seems to be working.
Feb. 6 a Many roads around the
state are closed. Most all activities are canceled.
Feb. 5 p Margaret “Maggie” King,
20, of Clay, see OBITUARY page
Feb. 5 p With everyone huddled in their
homes, as of 7:30pm, lots of rain but no sleet of snow to report in Clayberry.
feb 5 p Tonight's CCHS Panther canceled
B Ball game has been rescheduled for Tuesday February 16th.
Saturday night's Lady Panther has been rescheduled for Monday night February
8th. Thanks JH for the info
Feb. 5 p Noon Clay County Schools
are closing two hours early. The little darlings are heading your
way.
Feb. 5p Tonight's Panther B Ball game
has been canceled.
Feb. 5 p By the way... Two hour delays
of early outs, that's still counted as a full day of instruction. Thought
you'd like to know!
Feb. 5 a With only one win under our
belts, Roane County comes to CCHS tonight for home court B Ball Panther
action
Feb. 5 p Girls Basketball game Away
against Poca has been canceled for tonight. 2-5-10
Feb. 5 p Girls Basketball game Home
against South Harrison has been canceled for tomorrow 2-6-10
and rescheduled for Monday 2-8-10 to be played at Clay County High
School. Home game
Feb. 5 p LKC Wrestling Tournament
Match for Sat 2-6-10 has been canceled - This match has been rescheduled
for Wednesday at Roane County
Feb. 5 p As of Noon, Clayberry is experiencing
rain with a temp of 37 degrees. No ice sleet snow yet. Keep your fingers
crossed clickers.
Feb. 5 a Check the EVENTS page
for Big Otter fun things to do
Feb. 5 a With nasty ice and snow
predicted... we'll post until the Leonard Lines go down.
Feb. 5 a Batten down the hatches, the
Alberta Clipper may be heading our way this time.
Feb. 5 a Last night the BDA didn't
have a formal meeting due to lack of quarrel and no agenda posted. They
did have a lively discussion which included...
Feb. 5 a Making plans to walk
arm in arm with Big Coal at planned rallies to save mountain top mining
practices in the state. When they were told the days of MTR are already
over, no one accepted reality.
Feb. 5 a They also talked about improving
the interior at the old State Road garage at Two Run which houses the Saturday
night consignment auction business. Support a local business? Other than
Big Coal, it'll be a first for the BDA.
Feb. 5 a One interesting tidbit
from that gathering. The Adkins, the folks that operate the auction, have
opened a weekday lunch diner in the same business. Owner Kim Adkins recently
overhead Mayor Jack Brown bad mouthing the place as being housed in a dirty,
condemned building and he'd work to get it closed down. Kim overhead the
conversation and straightened out the Mayor in short order.
Feb. 5 a It's tough enough to operate
a business in this county without elected officials working or at least
talking about working against ya. One big atta
girl to Kim Adkins.
Feb. 5 a We think the puter bug has
been gone from this site for 36 hours. Anyone seeing anything, please
email
Feb. 5 a Next week we start our annual
begging for dollars campaign and we need each one of you! Be safe!
Feb. 4 a The Clay County Business Development
Authority is suppose to meet the first Thursday of each month, 5 pm, CCC
room. Haven't noticed a posted agenda as required by law but what's new?
Feb. 4 a Tonight the Panthers take
on Calhoun in home court action. For those unwilling to get out on the
roads or live too far away, 101.7FM will be sportscasting the event.
Feb. 4 a Speaking of roads, be sure
to check out the weather report for Friday and the weekend. Looks like
a 50 50 chance at ice, sleet, and some of the white stuff. Be safe.
Feb. 4 a Deadline for the next Communicator
is Saturday at noon. Got anything on your mind? Maybe the shape of the
economy, burning stuff you're not suppose to burn, putting convicts into
asbestos laden buildings, removing trash cans in downtown Clay, the upcoming
election... Email your chatters ASAP
Feb. 4 a Web site hacking
has become a real sport for some. This site has received its fair share
of attacks mostly from malicious Iframe injections. Thanks for all that
have emailed with info on the pages infected.
Feb. 4 a Stepped up security
was added last fall. Last night we cleaned the site once again
and turned off php scripts after spotting a "script" that didn't look too
healthy. Until last night we didn't even know what a php was!
Feb. 4 a We're in good company. A few
months back Wal Mart's site was hit with the same
brand of Iframe assault. We're vigilant but those bad guys finally
made it to Clayberry. We're always behind the rest of the world!
Feb. 4 a When we originally set
up the site, we started with a "front page" program for layout. Turns
out that old outdated stuff is also a vulnerability. As we go thru and
delete old files, some things can goof up. Take for instance the homepage
button for instant weather reports. The time and temp is now screwy but
the link still works. Will try and correct that problem ASAP.
Feb. 3 p Right now the weather
report is just mentioning the S word and the county is going bonkers with
fear. Settle down clickers, we've lived thru 14 inches dropped in five
hours or less. What's an inch to fear?
Feb. 3 p Feb. is the only month
of the year that you can seek a reduction in your property taxes from the
County Commission. Yesterday was one of those times when you could make
the request. No one did. Next opportunity Thursday. Call the County Clerk's
office for details.
Feb. 3 p Up at the Pentagon,
the School Board met Monday night where Gene King got a jab in with his
request and success at reducing mileage rates for those that travel around
on the taxpayer dime. Much of the meeting was spent behind closed doors,
twice they went secret Monday evening. The norm is to discuss anything
controversial during those away from the public times so as to present
a united front back where the taxpayers can see em.
Feb. 3 p Clay Town Council met
Tuesday evening. There was no mention on when the new Badge comes to work.
Feb. 3 p A dozen years ago the
Town built a new state of the art log factory that was designed to vacuum
those offending poop clusters at 500 mph to the new facility at Pisgah.
Nice idea but there are some real problems.
Feb. 3 p In the Two Run area
of the Town, between Go Mart and the Bank of Gassaway, big gobs of grease
plugs up the system and back up. Even with all restaurants using grease
traps to catch the cholesterol, still log jams. How bad? So bad, according
to the operator, Go Mart is considering suing the Town.
Feb. 3 p Mid day Wed, state regulators
along with local smoke Czar Jay Carper and town reps were seen eyeballing
Go Mart's grease trap.
Feb. 3 p By the way.... Go Mart has
their grease trap pumped out on a regular basis and has the documents to
prove it. If you ask the town for a paper trail, bet you won't find
it.
Feb. 3 p And finally on those
missing from action curb side trash cans.... A few are back in service
but according to the Mayor, the balance are in too bad a shape to set back
out for use.
Feb. 2 2010 Ruth Elizabeth Simmons,
88, of Clay, see OBITUARY page
Feb. 2 2010 Lenore S. Hardman,
80, see OBITUARY page
Feb. 1 later p Archie Graham
Schoonover, 94, see OBITUARY page
Feb. 1 late p Carl Wayne Hudnall
Sr., 51 of Indore, see OBITUARY page
Feb. 1 late p Mail in filings for office
are still coming in. Attorney Barbara Schamberger has filed for a House
of Delegates run in the 29th.
Feb. 1 p The Sunday wrap up post
has now been corrected. Fingers weren't working right!
Feb. 1 a We have daylight almost til
6pm. The days are finally getting longer. Thank goodness!
Feb. 1 a We've got a full week
coming our way. Tonight the School Bd meets at the Standard Bryant Annex
on Gump Street. Nothing too exciting on the
agenda but did note the addition of time limits on each discussion
time speaker. They might be afraid Dave Mullins would want to speak!
Feb. 1 a Tuesday at 4 and 6pm CAEZ
meets. At 5 on Tuesday Clay Town Council convenes. Thursday , 5 pm, brings
out the BDA folks.
Feb. 1 a On top of that, CCHS Basketball
season is in full swing this week with lots of home court action Thursday,
Friday, and Saturday nights.
Feb. 1 a 2/3rd's thru the
winter we're all dried out with itchy skin from taking too many hot steamy
baths. We're sick of winter! Groundhogs have it better. They go to sleep
in Nov and awaken in Feb. with one thing on their mind, sex.
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