Milton West Virginia Message Board and Cabell County Blog

RE: FREE Gardening Workshops in Milton!

Susan Maslowski — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 14:22:15 GMT

I attended the first session on berries and it was excellent. If you want to attend other workshops, I suggest you call rather than email, as I didn't get a confirmation and the lady said my email hadn't been relayed. There are some people who have signed up for all of the workshops and the numbers are limited, so be sure to secure a place if you are interested. I know several of the presenters from WVSU Extension and they are quite knowledgeable. Scott Byars, whom many of you know from 4-H, was the first presenter. Future presenters will be Dr. Barbara Liedl and Melissa Stewart. As part of the WVDA Specialty Crops Block Grant, WVSU Ext. wrote in a segment to cover door prizes. The door prizes are worth attending! There were nearly 80 ppl at the berry workshop. Why not learn how to turn your yard into an edible landscape? To hell with city ordinances!

RE: Bakery

HPDCapt — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 01:33:11 GMT

We heard today that Aunt Bs is opening tomorrow. While we would love to go the grandchildren are coming. Maybe next week sometime. Need some cookies and cupcakes.

FREE Gardening Workshops in Milton!

Susan Maslowski — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 14:10:51 GMT

WVU Extension will be hosting a 5-part workshop series on small fruit production, targeting home gardeners and small farm owners. The workshops begin Tuesday and run through Apr. at the Pumpkin Park, Bill Blenko Dr., Milton. All workshops are scheduled from 10 a.m. to noon and are FREE. Participants will learn the basics of fruit production in their own backyard. The schedule: Tues.: Blackberries & raspberries. Feb. 21: Strawberries, Mar. 6: Blueberries, Mar. 27: Grapes, Apr. 3: Fruit trees. To register contact extension@wvstateu.edu or call Jeanie Sutphin at 304-204-4305.

RE: New Businesses

Susan Maslowski — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 05:58:58 GMT

I noticed the 'For Sale' sign at Terra Salis is gone and there seems to be some activity around the place. Did someone buy the place and is it going to be another business?

City Attorney

Susan Maslowski — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 01:14:07 GMT

I was sent a facebook notice to "like" Bob Leslie's facebook page...""Bob Leslie for Judge." It has no photos or details, but there are several comments that seem legitimate. In the event it isn't a joke, he may be running for O.C. Spaulding's Putnam Co. seat, since Hobby resigned after being diagnosed with Lou Gehrig's disease. Could be, Milton will be looking for a new attorney, if he wins. There would be a few people who would be happy about that.

Barboursville Veterans Home

Susan Maslowski — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 13:00:00 GMT

Tiffani Webb, a Cabell Midland junior, is collecting homemade cookies and treats for the Barboursville Veterans Home. The goal is to deliver 101 containers to the 101 veterans residing at the home on Feb. 3. The cookies must be in disposable containers. Sugar-free options are needed. To contribute cookies or for more info, contact Tiffani @ goherdmiltonpanther@yahoo.com. I plan to do that today. There are men & women, young & old veterans at the home, and they are the most appreciative group of people you'll ever meet.

RE: Village Inn

clarkbar — Sun, 15 Jan 2012 21:35:55 GMT

THat is true about what they said about NO COmpetition for Shonet's. WE looked into putting a restaurant in the same Plaza and they said NO competition..WEll isnt that what America is built on? Look at McDOnalds and WEndys. They are both Hamburger places , but serve different food. They are both successful. Come on , Is this the Milton MAFIA? What the heck....WAKE UP MILTON< IT IS TIME TO GROW INTO THE YEAR 2012!!!!TIMES HAVE CHANGED> LEt new people come in and bring some GOOD FOOD TO YOUR TOWN!!!!!!!

RE: Water Dept.

HPDCapt — Sat, 14 Jan 2012 01:40:42 GMT

Water samples are required by some agency. Wonder which one and will there be any penalty? Will we ever know?

RE: Bakery

HPDCapt — Sat, 14 Jan 2012 01:38:14 GMT

We found Aunt Bs new location a few days ago. We will be heading back for cookies and cupcakes as soon as they open. There are several places to eat in Milton we like. Giovannis has the best pizza. Twist has handmade burger patties. Shonets has what we call comfort food. I like Ginos steak sandwiches. The mexican place is good. My wife also found a new bakery in Lavalette next door to her hair place. I had their goods for desert today and it was good.

Water Dept.

Susan Maslowski — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 12:33:30 GMT

Last month, Milton utilities customers got a notice that Milton did not take water samples required for testing sometime back in June??? Anyway, months later, the city inserts a notice that our health could have been impaired as a result, but they didn't think so. I'm curious as to why the samples were not taken and submitted in a timely and responsible manner. I would think there is a schedule to go by and a number of the workers have been employed there for several years or more, so they should know the procedure. Who oversees all this? Gosh, I wonder if this would have happened under Kreth Sink's watch?

RE: Bakery

Susan Maslowski — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 12:28:39 GMT

We did stop in Giovanni's for the first time in Dec. after hearing they had good sandwiches. They were very good. I'd have to say that and the Mexican restaurant are the two remaining eateries I'd recommend in Milton.

RE: Bakery

HPDCapt — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 20:02:53 GMT

We found out a couple of days ago that Aunt Bs was closed. After a bit we learned they would reopen in or near their old location in Putnam County. I guess we will have to drive a bit further for lunch, cupcakes, and cookies. I have no idea about the fee comparison. I do know that the bbq place in the old Village Inn never opened. They had a small trailer out front during the Pumpkin Festival but I'm not sure it was ever open for business.

RE: Does anyone remember?

SmithStreet — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 16:07:12 GMT

The lady's name was Verda Brammer. I do not recall the name of her grandson. She was a very nice lady, always very kind when I would stop in that store.

RE: Bakery

Susan Maslowski — Mon, 02 Jan 2012 12:30:32 GMT

I saw where Aunt B's is moving back to Hurricane. That didn't last long in Milton. Honestly, the visibility in that little plaza is bad. They are supposed to move to their old location on 34. They should do well there. Miltonians will just have to drive on up the road. I'm also wondering what fees are like in Hurricane compared to Milton. With Wal-mart money coming in, do they have to charge other smaller businesses as much as Milton? That barbeque place at the old Village Inn didn't last long either. Maybe 2012 will be better for Milton.

RE: City Clean-Up

HPDCapt — Sat, 24 Dec 2011 17:02:29 GMT

I saw the peanuts as well. I also saw a city crew raking leaves on the south side of Rt.60. The street sweeper was there with a large hose to collect the piles of leaves. I would assume that the peanuts could be dealt with in the same manner, just drive over to the other side of R.60.

RE: City Clean-Up

Susan Maslowski — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 23:55:13 GMT

Just did a little Christmas shopping at the antique shop on Main St. Those peanuts are still EVERYWHERE! I would think at least one of our council members would suggest the city clean up the area. There are also paper cups and other litter. I don't know where the street sweeper was going yesterday, but the city needs to clean up the Rt. 60 area as that is the place that would leave a bad impression to visitors.

City Clean-Up

Susan Maslowski — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 14:18:04 GMT

I followed the new expensive street sweeper out James River Tpk. yesterday. Where was it going and what was it doing? Was it going to city-owned Morris Memorial to sweep the roadway there? Was it being used to suck crap out of a sewer, which was one of the reasons the mayor said swayed them into purchasing the piece of equipment? Or, was it being used to sweep an out-of-city limits property as a favor to someone? Too bad no one from the city noticed the foam peanuts that are all over town, down Main St., Rt. 60, the alley behind the Senior Center and all over the grass in the median. We can see just how useful that machine is. Will it pick up thousands of statically charged peanuts?f

RE: New Trail System Proposed

Susan Maslowski — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 14:10:49 GMT

Yes, Councilman Harshbarger, this was discussed with the mayor.

Does anyone remember?

miltongirl1964 — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 15:24:13 GMT

Sometime in the 1980s I think, a woman in Ona was shot and killed by her Grandson while she slept on the sofa? Does anyone remember names? I was informed he is up for parole and threatening other family members? She worked at the Gas Station at the bottom of Malcolm Springs at the time if I remember correctly?

RE: City Council Meetings

Susan Maslowski — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 14:10:23 GMT

I attended the meeting last night. They had the second reading of the ordinance to annex Rose Terrace and the apartments below. Dee Adkins, manager of Rose Terrace, spoke about the economic impact the nursing home will have on the area and the reasons why they wanted to become a part of the city...for police protection, etc. The city voted to purchase an inflatable screen and projector for $3,000+ to be able to show movies in April Dawn Park. I was told that cameras to record illicit activity in the park are to be installed soon. The Greater Htgn. Parks and Recreation Board that oversee the park have the lights on a timer and they go off too early and the park is dark at night. That, too, is supposed to be fixed, but there is, admittedly, a HUGE problem at the park. Residents of Abbott Lane complained about an unsafe rental property on their street and asked if the building inspector would come and look at the property and cite the owner. Council held an executive session. When they returned, Phyllis Kirtley-Smith requested they give city employees an annual merit bonus. No amount was discussed

Small Businesses in Milton

Susan Maslowski — Sat, 26 Nov 2011 18:46:07 GMT

Well, it looks like a lot of people are taking advantage of Small Business Saturday in Milton. Dash on over to April Dawn Park and see what kind of drug deals you can pick up, before it is too late. Sale ends at midnight tonight!

RE: Milton Police Department

notincitylimits — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 01:41:50 GMT

Edited out, sent you a PM instead.

RE: New Businesses

miltongirl1964 — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 19:10:26 GMT

Big Bubbas BBQ fell through, new tenants looking..lots of shady characters in the world....+_+

RE: Milton Police Department

HPDCapt — Sun, 20 Nov 2011 01:50:29 GMT

I guess some people never get tired or hungry while driving for eight hours. It seems some people never need a break and can work eight hours straight. Wow, what a person.

RE: Milton Police Department

notincitylimits — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 02:41:10 GMT

I've been noticing the lazy MPD hiding out behind the new EMS station early in the mornings... You'd think there would be enough crime in this town to keep as many officers as we have busy...but apparently not... They're either at Sheetz or Giovanni's...I guess the food's good at Sheetz.

RE: New Businesses

HPDCapt — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 03:24:46 GMT

Does anyone have any idea what is going on with Bubas BBQ at the old Village Inn? It looked like they were getting ready to open and today all the signs are gone.

F-86 Sabre

HPDCapt — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 02:47:48 GMT

I am curious as to when the refurbishing of the jet is to be completed. I did a bit of research several months ago about the aircrafts origins and history. I also walked around the aircraft and was not impressed with the work that had been done. Besides the lousy paint job, the lettering was masked and has yet to be uncovered. I would have thought that the auxillary of the U.S.Air Force would have taken a bit more pride in their attempt to spruce up an aircraft that not only represents them but also Milton. Maybe someone from the city should prod the Civil Air Patrol to finish the job.

RE: City Council Meetings

HPDCapt — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 17:14:26 GMT

I was told that the reason Huntington annexed a portion of I-64 and US 152 was to get coal severance tax money. As I remember it wasn't much and not worth all the problems it created.

RE: City Council Meetings

Susan Maslowski — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 11:17:08 GMT

I've been told, the owner of the apartments near Rose Terrace has been ordered to upgrade the pumps at his new facility at his expense. In return, the city will forfeit 5 years of B & O taxes. I consider the source of this info to be reliable, but it is secondhand information, so I suggest you go to council or make inquiries on your own to unravel what is going on. Again, secondhand...the reason for incorporating the two major roads outside town is to be able to obtain federal funds for patrol. HPD Capt. may know more about that... Steph tells me the traffic on this site is still very high, but posting is almost nil. For those w/concerns, you are welcome to join, choose a screen name, and voice your opinions.

RE: City Council Meetings

HPDCapt — Sat, 05 Nov 2011 00:21:01 GMT

The only time we have received The Miltonian by mail was one issue just before the last election. The rest of the time I have picked up a copy when I pay the water bill, if there is one there.

RE: City Council Meetings

Susan Maslowski — Fri, 04 Nov 2011 22:42:22 GMT

I talked myself out of going, too, HPD Capt., and now I regret that I did. I guess it was standing room only. The issue is the annexation of Rt. 60 and James River Tpk. Also, I'm presuming you now receive the Miltonian. It said that the city annexed Rose Terrace Nursing Home and the apartments below. It was stated that the apartment dwellers signed a petition to be annexed, and that is being disputed because they are not land owners. Benita has misplaced the petition, but will look for it. People in the housing developments along each road are concerned that it is only a matter of time before they, too, will be annexed into the city. I am glad, after my long lonely battle with Betty Sargent's administration, that others outside the city limits are seeing what buffoons were elected into office. I'm not keen on being annexed into the city limits, but, if they decide to do so, the upside is: we will have a much more intelligent pool of eligible candidates to consider for city offices. As usual, Mayor Canterbury, perhaps on the advice of the city attorney, offered one word answers to questions. When asked about any upcoming meetings, special or regularly scheduled, Canterbury told the individual they needed to stop by city hall every day and check the bulletin board. Phyllis K. Smith was not present, as if she knew the controversy brewing. Also...can anyone tell me why she rec'd mail via former Mayor Betty Sargent's Old Colony office? Is she or isn't she a resident of the City of Milton? After wearing the scarlet letter for years, I am glad that others outside the city limits are seeing the light and are calling me w/their concerns. Perhaps, my reputation will be redeemed before I die.

RE: City Council Meetings

HPDCapt — Fri, 04 Nov 2011 19:24:01 GMT

Ok, I'll bite. What did some folks get riled up about? I was at another meeting and didn't get home until late.

RE: City Council Meetings

slugger — Fri, 04 Nov 2011 17:31:26 GMT

some people got riled up at the coucil meeting tuesday; tom didnt know what to do

RE: New Businesses

Susan Maslowski — Thu, 03 Nov 2011 06:03:15 GMT

miltongirl1964 wrote:

Well when I asked mr Sovines granddaughter she said the rumor that Food Fair bought Culloden Independent Supermarket she stated that was false so i was just relaying the message???? she said everyone had been asking her that but she had no clue where that rumor started???

I think it may be a matter of semantics, and it is probably true that the physical property was not sold. The cashier at Foodfair said "purchased," which is what I relayed, meaning Foodfair purchased the business. We asked the cashier at CIS "Foodfair" if they'd be selling beer, and she said it was unlikely.

RE: New Businesses

Stan — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 15:46:53 GMT

Hmm I had no idea that Foodland and Save-A-Lot had a sale on "Koolaid"

RE: New Businesses

miltongirl1964 — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 15:14:15 GMT

well they mustve leased it as Krista the granddaughter said no sale...lol

New Trail System Proposed

Susan Maslowski — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 11:07:22 GMT

http://wvgazette.com/News/201110270215 This a a trail system that is proposed that would link Milton to Hurricane. Councilman Carl Harshbarger would be a good person to work on seeing this happen, since he is an avid runner. It would be a wonderful addition to our community. Hurricane mayor Scott Edwards in fully supportive.

RE: Phil Swann

Susan Maslowski — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 09:15:02 GMT

And, another successful composer from Milton: http://www.curtisallenmusic.com/

RE: Fraud at Hickory Way Leads to FBI Raid

Susan Maslowski — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 09:02:27 GMT

And the story gets more and more interesting. http://wvgazette.com/News/201110310209

Phil Swann

Susan Maslowski — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 09:00:56 GMT

A great success story about Miltonian (singer/songwriter), Phil Swann. http://wvgazette.com/Life/201110310127