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Austin trial continued

The trial for Marvin R. Austin, in what has been deemed the Taylor County Animal Abuse and Neglect Case, has been continued, according to Special Prosecutor Matthew Hickman. There is no date set in the matter as of yet.

Grafton named safest city in WV

GRAFTON—Although crime rates in West Virginia are reportedly higher than the national average, there are still cities offering residents a safer place to live, work and play, and according to one report, Grafton has topped that list for the third year in a row. Most people hope to live in an area that provides a solid education system, a strong sense of community and is a safe place to live and raise a family. Well, Grafton was recently named as the safest place to live in the state.

Collins enters plea agreement, sentenced

TAYLOR COUNTY—It was a rather short day in Taylor County Circuit Court on Monday, as Prosecutor John Bord presented a total of six cases to the honorable Judge Alan D. Moats. During the session, one defendant was present to enter a negotiated plea agreement with the State of West Virginia.

Austin trial continued

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