Dig it: Fred Brooks Garden Club shares 10 gardening tips for a bountiful spring harvest

Stephanie Jo Casada Snapp, 43, of Kingsport, TN, died on June 16, 2026, at UT Medical Center in Knoxville. She was a longtime employee of McCoy’s Salvage Grocery and loved spending time with her grandchildren.

Larry David Brown, 75, of Buckhannon, WV, died at home on June 19, 2026. He worked in coal mine construction, attended Mt. Lebanon United Methodist Church, and enjoyed bluegrass music and riding his Harley.

Mary Ellen Davidson, 83, of Buckhannon, WV, died April 3, 2026, at Crestview Manor in Jane Lew. She was a psychiatric nurse, church member, and musician. A memorial service will be held June 27, 2026.

Ronald “Ron” Burwell, 60, passed away on June 19, 2026, at the Pittsburgh Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He was an Air Force veteran and will be remembered for his family, service, and love of cars.

John Jay Black, 78, of Buckhannon, WV, died June 19, 2026, at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Buckhannon. He was a retired truck driver and heavy equipment operator, and a member of Sand Run Baptist Church.

Sen. Bill Hamilton delivered a $30,000 check to the Upshur County Commission to help repair the historic Indian Camp Normal Building. Organizers say the 1913 community landmark needs extensive structural work and hope construction can begin in August.