Big Sandy Community and Technical College (BSCTC) held its Big Sandy Idol competition at Paintsville High School on Friday, September 2, 2016. Ten students participated for coveted spots for the annual Big Sandy Idol regional competition, which will be held in March at the Mountain Arts Center.  Celeste Turner was crowned the winner, and Aliyah Allen finished as runner-up.  Both will advance to the regional competition and have a chance to earn a spot on the Big Sandy Singers, an album recording and other prizes.  Director of fine arts at BSCTC Clayton Case said “The talent at Paintsville High School was absolutely amazing,” and the students raise the bar every year. Big Sandy Idol will visit Shelby Valley High School on Friday, September 9.