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One of Kentucky’s most iconic moments celebrates 30th anniversary: ‘Ordinary Angels’ hits theaters Feb. 23
Louisville’s Snow Baby received lifesaving transplant during 1994 snowstorm On Jan. 17, 1994, a historic and deadly snowstorm hit Kentucky at the same time a liver transplant became available in Nebraska for a dying 3-year-old Louisvillian named Michelle Schmitt. With the family unable to travel to Nebraska while Kentucky was at a standstill, community members…
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‘Blue Monday’ is a myth, but Seasonal Affective Disorder is not
KENTUCKY HEALTH NEWS Monday, Jan. 15, is considered by some to be “Blue Monday,” the most naturally depressing day of the year as people feel “blue” from holiday bills, bleak weather and forsaking their New Year resolutions, says Hackensack Meridian Health of New Jersey in a press release. It’s common for all these factors to…
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BSCTC announces honors lists
PRESTONSBURG — Big Sandy Community and Technical College announced the outstanding achievements of students who earned a place on the dean’s and president’s lists for their exceptional academic performance during the fall semester of 2023. The dean’s list represents high-achieving individuals who have consistently maintained a 3.5 GPA or higher and enrolled in 12 credit…
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Nominations open for 2024 Governor’s Awards in the Arts
FRANKFORT — The Kentucky Arts Council is accepting nominations through March 29 for the 2024 Governor’s Awards in the Arts. The awards recognize individuals and organizations that have made extraordinary and significant contributions to the arts in Kentucky. The nomination process is coordinated by the Arts Council. “Governor’s Awards in the Arts nominations play a…
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Four Martin County students make UK dean’s list
LEXINGTON — The University of Kentucky has released its dean’s list for the Fall 2023 semester. A total of 9,030 students, including four from Martin County, were recognized for their outstanding academic performance. Martin County students include Jenna E. Cassady, a secondary education-English major; Chloe I. Fields, a kinesiology major; Dalton A. Jude, a pre-civil…
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Appalachian Artist Festival announces 2024 musical lineup
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Appalachian Artist Festival, returning for its second year, is set to light up downtown Inez with its “hotter than blue blazes” musical lineup Aug. 3. This event celebrates Appalachian culture, bringing together an eclectic mix of musicians, artists, crafters, writers, photographers and other creative talents. This year’s…
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New deputy joins sheriff’s office in fight against rising crime
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Martin County Sheriff’s Office has welcomed a new deputy to its ranks. Deputy Chris Sesco, a 27-year-old Inez native and father of one, officially began his job Oct. 1, 2023. Sesco’s appointment comes at a critical time for the department, which is facing a resurgence of drug-related…
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Inez couple arrested on domestic violence charges
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — A domestic dispute escalated into violence Friday, leading to the arrest of James Maynard, 42, and April Hickman, 36, both residents of Inez. The Martin County Sheriff’s Department reported that the altercation occurred on Little Rockcastle Road. Deputy Chris Sesco responded to a call regarding domestic violence at the couple’s…
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‘Appalachian Forager’ Whitney Johnson featured on KET’s ‘The Farmer and the Foodie’
BY PHILL BARNETT MOUNTAIN CITIZEN Blaine-native Whitney Johnson, known online as the Appalachian Forager, recently graced the screens of Kentucky Educational Television (KET) on their popular agricultural program “The Farmer and the Foodie.” The episode, which aired Jan. 13 and can be viewed on KET’s website, saw Johnson join hosts Maggie Keith and Lindsey McClave…
