Mingo Messenger

01/01/2026

Happy New Year from all of us at Appalachian Newspapers.

12/31/2025

📸📸Tug Valley girls’ basketball coach Seth Ooten poses for a playful photo with the Raceland Rams statue after his Lady Panthers defeated Phelps, Ky., 66-42, during the Ohio Valley Classic on Wednesday afternoon at Raceland, Ky.
Photo by Paul Adkins of the Mingo Messenger📸📸

12/31/2025

We’ve got highlights! The Tug Valley girls defeat Phelps, Ky., 66-42, in the Ohio River Classic on Wednesday afternoon at Raceland, Ky.

12/31/2025

Tug Valley girls’ basketball coach Seth Ooten talks to the Mingo Messenger after his Lady Panthers defeated Phelps, Ky., 66-42, during the Ohio Valley Classic on Wednesday afternoon at Raceland, Ky.

12/31/2025

Starting January 1, watch Appalachian Newspapers and our pages for Local Business Spotlights highlighting the best places to shop, eat, and grab a sweet treat across our communities. Your next favorite local stop is waiting—don’t miss it.

12/31/2025

Donavon Valdelamar has received an offer to play at the next level.

12/31/2025

Norfolk Southern's Santa and the Christmas Caboose event brought joy to families on Dec. 18, in Williamson. The event offered a festive experience with Santa, hot chocolate and cookies.

12/30/2025

A free Polar Express movie night was held at the Williamson Field House on Dec. 21. Attendees enjoyed complimentary hot chocolate, cookies and popcorn, with special appearances by Mr. and Mrs. Claus. The event was made possible by the sponsorship of…

A free Polar Express movie night was held at the Williamson Field House on Dec. 21. Attendees enjoyed complimentary hot chocolate, cookies and popcorn, with special appearances by Mr. and

12/30/2025

A federal judge has denied a request for a preliminary injunction and temporary restraining order sought by opponents of a proposed ammonia plant and data center in Mingo County.

12/29/2025

WILLIAMSON – No. 21 University of Pikeville wrapped up 2025 with a hard-fought 82-74 win over the University of Rio Grande on Saturday afternoon.

12/29/2025

After graduating from Johns Creek (Kentucky) High School in 1981, current Williamson resident James Smith went directly into the workforce.