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Board of Education honors retirees in tribute to years of service
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Martin County Board of Education marked a milestone Monday evening, honoring a group of dedicated educators who are stepping into retirement after decades of service to the school district. Superintendent Larry James led the celebration, presenting each retiree with a clock — a symbolic token of appreciation…
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From macrame to moonshine: AAF vendor market to bring art and culture to Inez
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Downtown Inez will come alive Aug. 2 as the Appalachian Artist Festival transforms Court Street into a vibrant celebration of creativity and culture. From handcrafted paints and pixel art to haunting tales, earthy aromas, craft brews and mouthwatering eats, the AFF vendor market promises a one-of-a-kind sensory experience.…
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One-hit wonders that you may remember
Sometimes in the music world a song that was not expected to be a chart topper becomes known as a “one-hit wonder.” It makes its mark on the radio and various shows by becoming really popular and a song that is requested by music fans across the U.S.. Growing up, I was a big fan…
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‘Ain’t America grand?’
Editor: The Cambridge Dictionary defines “gullible” as being easily deceived or tricked and too willing to believe what other people say. Americans must surely be the most gullible people on the planet. We pay a big price for jeans that are ripped to shreds and call it fashionable. We work for multinational corporations for free…
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Tug Valley announces 2025 Hall of Fame class
NAUGATUCK, W.Va. — The Tug Valley High School Athletic Hall of Fame and Museum’s board of directors has announced the date of its 2025 Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony as well as the members of the Hall of Fame Class of 2025. The 2025 Tug Valley High School Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony…
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Martin County court docket
INEZ — Judge Brett Butcher heard the following cases July 8 in Martin District Court: Tiffany Branham (arraignment) — No operator’s/moped license; failure of non-owner operator to maintain required insurance; improper registration plate; no/expired registration plates: Failure to appear. Lawson Brewer (arraignment) — Improper turning; license to be in possession: Order. John Michael Cornette (arraignment)…
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How many friends do you have?
How many friends do you have? Possibly more or less than you think. Your real friends show up when everyone else has walked away. We have many acquaintances in life but not that many close friends. How many people know you and still love you and want to be around you? So many of our…
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Martin County civil suits, deeds and marriages
INEZ — Martin Circuit Clerk Denise Gauze reported eight civil suits filed in her office from July 4 to July 10. Meanwhile, Martin County Clerk Susie Skyles reported 12 deeds and eight marriages recorded in her office from June 23 to July 10: Civil Suits Republic Finance LLC vs. Roeda L. Sarver. Dempsey Housing Community…
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Healthy Happenings: Diabetes Prevention Program now enrolling
BY DOROTHY DILLON Ready to take charge of your health? Join the Diabetes Prevention Program at the Martin County Health Department — a 100% virtual program designed to help you lose 3–5% of your total body weight through small, achievable lifestyle changes. Whether you are looking to prevent type 2 diabetes, just lose weight or…
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MSU hosts Rogers Scholars and Rogers Explorers
Morehead State University once again hosted some of Kentucky’s most promising high schoolers last month as it welcomed programs for Rogers Scholars and Rogers Explorers. MSU welcomed 49 Rogers Scholars to campus in June. The flagship program for the Center for Rural Development, created through the vision of U.S. Congressman Harold “Hal” Rogers (KY-05), provides…
