Hazen Star News
The show must go on
Despite the challenges of 2020, the Hazen High School Drama Club is determined to move forward with a show that will give students the chance to perform this year.
Honoring our Veterans
In honor of Veterans Day this month, we will spotlight and feature a couple of the individuals who have proudly served our country.
Coal as backbone of county’s prosperity
For decades, Mercer County has been a hub of good-paying and secure jobs due to the development of the coal industry here.
Final assessments for street project approved
After a lengthy and at times contentious final hearing, the Hazen City Commission has approved the final assessment values for properties in town, following the recommendations given them by the special assessment committee.
Paying your due, deciding your benefit
The process of how assessments were determined for the 2018-19 street project can be difficult to explain. But it’s a process the assessment committee members believe to be the most fair to everyone.
Local library display honors veterans
Hazen Public Library has a new display available for the public to look through.
Mercer County Ambulance service seeks assistance
The Mercer County Ambulance seeks more volunteers as they try to maintain accessibility. “We’re always looking for volunteers. We can never have too many,” said Mercer County Ambulance Manager Marcy Sailer.
Access, consistency concerns raised at assessment hearing
Over the last three years, the streets of Hazen have seen a major face lift. Not all streets have had the same level of work, and some have faced complications in the attempt to bring them up to snuff. But the final contractor payment has been approved.
More than two decades prepping others to serve
It is an incredible honor to choose as an individual to serve your country.
Hazen grad plays in U Mary outdoor concert
When college freshmen in their school’s band imagine their first concert, the image isn’t likely to be of a spread-out ensemble on a grassy lea with gusting winds.
