July 5th, 2019 by WCBC Radio

The Mineral Tribune reports an early-morning fire destroyed a home on East Hampshire Street, leaving a family homeless. Firefighters from all over the area responded to the 12:39 a.m. call and were called back out shortly after 8 a.m. for a rekindle. Ashley Nicole Paugh, her brother and son were living in the home, and lost everything in the fire. Donations of clothing are currently being accepted to assist with their immediate need. Ashley wears sizes 16, 17, 17 in pants and shirts, XL shirts and size 9 shoe, while her brother wears XL shirts, 38 pants and size 13 shoes. Her young song wears 2t, 3t or 4t clothes and 7/8 shoe.