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Warfields’s Harper Lawson takes third place at regional science fair
Harper Lawson, a student at Warfield Elementary School, earned third place at the East KY Regional Science & Engineering Fair. The competition took place Friday at Big Sandy Community & Technical College, followed by an awards ceremony on Saturday at the Mountain Arts Center. The annual science fair is for students in 4th-12th grades who…
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CAP garden seed program offers $50 vouchers
The Big Sandy Area Community Action Program will launch its annual garden seed program on April 7. The program offers $50 vouchers to eligible households for the purchase of seeds, plants or fertilizer to grow home gardens. It will run through April 11 or until funds are gone. To qualify, households must have income at…
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Warfield Head Start Students of the Month
Warfield Elementary Head Start recently announced its Students of the Month. William Gilbert and Memphis Carter are the stars for February.
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WES announces Students of the Month
WARFIELD — Principal Jessica Jewell, teachers and staff recently announced the Students of the Month at Warfield Elementary School. Star students for February include Jerimiah Stacy, Elijah Dove, Luke Fletcher, Chris Luster, Brynlee Baker, Dezmond Mills, Lucas Slone, Axle Guerra, Addie Burke, Ariana Harmon, Raelynn Evans, Noah Dunn, Ayden Messer, Carolyn Dalton and Ebony Arrowood.
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Martin County Tourism Commission to back Appalachian Artist Festival
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Every summer, a sliver of eastern Kentucky becomes a canvas. This year, on Saturday, Aug. 2, the Appalachian Artist Festival (AFF) will return to downtown Inez for its third annual run. This year, however, instead of operating under the City of Inez banner as it did in its…
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Foothills donates Starlink Mini to bolster emergency services
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — In an effort to strengthen emergency response capabilities in Martin County, Foothills Communications has donated a Starlink Mini to the county’s emergency services. The compact satellite system provides a mobile internet connection for first responders operating in remote and underserved areas of the county. The donation comes as…
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Emergency funds to aid flood relief
In the aftermath of severe flooding that ravaged communities in eastern Kentucky and southern West Virginia, the Pallottine Foundation of Huntington has allocated $60,000 in emergency grants to seven nonprofit organizations working on recovery efforts in the region. The funding, announced this week, will support a range of initiatives, from providing food and housing to…
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Healthy Happenings: Childhood immunizations protect against serious diseases
BY DOROTHY DILLON Routine childhood immunizations protect against serious diseases like measles, polio and whooping cough—helping Kentucky’s children grow up strong and healthy. Vaccines are safe, effective and recommended starting at birth. They help prevent outbreaks and protect those who can’t get vaccinated. Staying up to date means fewer sick days and healthier families. Check…
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UK research uncovers hidden health effects of disrupted sleep, circadian rhythms
BY ERIN WICKEY UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY The University of Kentucky’s Julie Pendergast and a team of researchers are exploring how disruptions to the body’s natural circadian rhythms and sleep impact health. “Overwhelming evidence suggests that irregular circadian and sleep patterns, such as inconsistent bedtimes, wake times and eating schedules, are linked to increased risks of…
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Pastor Jack Ward’s 25th anniversary celebration set for Sunday
Pastor Jack Ward will celebrate 33 years of service at the church and his 25th anniversary as pastor of Tomahawk Missionary Baptist on Sunday, March 23 at 11 a.m. He invites everyone to come out and celebrate this milestone with him.
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