Big Sandy Community and Technical College held its Big Sandy Idol Competition at Phelps High School on Thursday, December 15, 2016. Three students participated for coveted spots for the annual Big Sandy Idol regional competition, which will be held in March at the Mountain Arts Center. Tyeisha Smith was crowned the winner, and Kiana Chapman finished as runner-up. Both will advance to the regional competition and have a chance to earn a spot with the Big Sandy Singers, an album recording and other prizes.