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Repair shops grapple with changes in new vehicles

FAIRMONT – As cars change and evolve, repair shops continue to learn and adjust to how cars are designed and constructed in the modern day. Car Pro Auto Repair Owner Jamie Johnson said he has been working on cars as long as he can remember, but didn’t really get into the full auto repair ...

Electric, hybrid sales hold steady with gas prices

FAIRMONT – With gas prices fluctuating, car sellers are keeping a watchful eye on what people are looking for to do what they need to daily. Making sure a tank of gas stretches further and further is something Fairmont Ford Sales Manager Todd Simmons said has been a focus for ...

Trimont Fun Fest this weekend

WELCOME — The Trimont Fun Fest will be from July 10 to 12, and the Trimont Farmers Market will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Welcome Burn Site is open from 8 a.m. to noon, Remember only wood and only six inches in diameter should be brought to the site. This is for Welcome residents ...

Sylvania closed following discovery of remains

FAIRMONT— A portion of Sylvania Park in Fairmont has been closed to the public following the findings of significantly decayed human remains on the southwest portion of the park. “It’s definitely unique,” said Fairmont Police Chief, Mike Beletti, who provided a rundown of recent ...

Truman Active Living meets July 14

TRUMAN — Truman Active Living will host swimming for Martin County 4-H members from 2 to 5 p.m. on Sunday, July 12, at the Truman Pool. If you have questions contact your leaders or county extension. Water aerobics are held from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Monday to Friday, at the Truman ...

For the love of dogs, instructor offers Dog Manners

FAIRMONT — Calling all canines. Dog Manners classes are coming to Fairmont, taught by Dog Manners instructor Lori Espeland and offered through Fairmont Community Education and Recreation (CER). “For the love of dogs,” Espeland explained, regarding how it feels to offer these ...