Good morning, Meigs County. Justice was swift and decisive in Mason County this week, where a West Virginia couple received the maximum penalty allowed by law for child neglect. Stephen Winter and Ashley McCullough will each serve six months behind bars and pay $1,000 fines, sending what prosecutors called "a resounding message" about the community's zero-tolerance stance on endangering children.
Looking for some summer fun? The Mason County Fair arrives August 4-9 with something for everyone. Country star Sara Evans headlines a packed musical lineup, while thrill-seekers can enjoy midway rides, tractor pulls, and even a rodeo featuring bull riding and barrel racing. The fair's memorial awards program adds a heartfelt dimension, honoring community legacies through scholarships and recognition for outstanding participants in everything from livestock showing to community service.
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⚖️ West Virginia couple gets maximum penalty for child neglect. Stephen Winter and Ashley McCullough were each sentenced to six months in jail and fined $1,000 for child neglect creating risk of serious bodily injury. The Leon residents received the harshest punishment allowed by law for first-time offenders in this category. Mason County Prosecutor Seth Gaskins called the sentence "a resounding message" that child neglect will not be tolerated in the county. The case was investigated with assistance from the West Virginia State Police.
🎡 Mason County Fair promises six days of music, thrills and competition. The West Virginia event runs August 4-9 with daily Midway rides and a packed entertainment schedule. Country star Sara Evans headlines Friday night, while other performers include Sidewalk Prophets, Johnny Staats, Noah Thompson, and rising artist Kelsey Hart. Beyond music, the fair features pageants, tractor pulls, motocross, and a Saturday rodeo with bull riding and barrel racing. Traditional attractions return alongside new additions, creating a complete family-friendly experience.
🏆 Mason County Fair honors legacy through memorial awards program. The 2025 fair, running August 4-9, will present numerous awards recognizing outstanding participants and commemorating notable community members. Awards range from scholarships and cash prizes to trophies for achievements in livestock showing, leadership, sportsmanship, and community service. The memorial program includes honors named after influential figures like John Smith McCausland, Donnie Hill, and Sharon Morris. A special Sweepstakes trophy will be awarded to the Mason County family demonstrating the most outstanding overall fair participation.
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