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Edwards, Craig beat Parry McCluer in Pioneer opener

NEW CASTLE – The Craig County baseball team opened the Pioneer District season with a 5-4 win over Parry McCluer in New Castle last week. Trevor Edwards pitched a complete game in his first district start, going all seven innings for the win. Craig fell behind in the second inning when the Blues scored... »

Rockets split first two baseball games of the season

The Craig County baseball team lost the season opener to a tough Giles team but bounced back to hammer Eastern Montgomery in the first week of high school play. Craig opened the season at Giles, one of the top-ranked teams in the area. Derek Persinger got the opening day nod on the mound and... »

Baseball home opener is Thursday

NEW CASTLE – The Craig County baseball team will host their opener on Thursday at 4:30 pm when Eastern Montgomery visits. The Rockets were scheduled to play at Giles on Tuesday, but results were too late for publication. Coach Brady Price is optimistic about the coming season. He has a nice mix of youth... »

County’s first Relay for Life raises in excess of $7,600

NEW CASTLE – Craig County’s first Relay for Life last weekend raised more than $7,600 to fight cancer and provide services for people with the killer. About 170 people took part in the relay and camping throughout the night at the Craig County High School track. The event ended at 2 a.m. “The outstanding... »