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Martin County Arrest Report
INEZ — Martin County Sheriff John Kirk’s Office reported the following arrests and citations: Aaron Spence, 48, of Inez, was arrested Tuesday on Coldwater Road in Inez for public intoxication controlled substance (excludes alcohol). Deputy Chris Sesco responded to a hang-up call to 911. When the officer arrived at the residence on Coldwater Road, Spence…
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Lt. Gov. Coleman has twin mastectomy, citing exam, family history
KENTUCKY HEALTH NEWS UPDATE, Dec. 26: Coleman issued a statement saying in part, “My post-surgery reports came back clean! While I am grateful for my amazing health-care heroes, and the relief I feel for having answers, please hear me when I say, if I had put this off, skipped appointments, or not taken it seriously,…
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KSP Post 9 announces traffic safety checkpoints
PIKEVILLE — The Kentucky State Police reminds drivers who travel the roadways that the KSP strives daily to ensure the motoring public’s safety. These proactive measures include various roadside safety checkpoints and saturating known problematic areas in the district through general patrol tactics. The KSP utilizes traffic safety checkpoints to promote safety for motorists and…
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Report: Kentucky lawmakers increasingly fast-track bills, reducing transparency
BY NADIA RAMLAGAN PUBLIC NEWS SERVICE Kentucky lawmakers convene this week for the 2024 legislative session, and a new report finds state representatives are increasingly fast-tracking legislation while eroding citizen participation. The League of Women Voters of Kentucky analysis finds lawmakers are replacing original versions of bills with last-minute substitute versions, leaving little or no…
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2023 was a tough year in many ways, but saw significant positive developments in science and medicine, Washington Post reports
KENTUCKY HEALTH NEWS Despite wars, the most mass killings since 2006 and the hottest average temperatures in human history, “2023 also was a year with significant positive developments, including in scientific research and medicine,” The Washington Post reports, with a motive: “Research has indicated that uplifting news can provide an emotional buffer against distressing news…
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Rising flu cases drive continued increases in emergency room visits and hospital admissions for respiratory illnesses in Kentucky
BY AL CROSS KENTUCKY HEALTH NEWS A big jump in influenza cases more than outweighed small declines in COVID-19 and respiratory syncytial virus as Kentuckians headed into the holidays, according to the state’s latest respiratory-illness update. The report for the week ended Dec. 23 shows the three illnesses accounted for 4,431 Kentucky emergency department visits,…
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New hope for Martin County
As 2024 begins, Martin County stands on the cusp of a new era marked by progress and optimism. The recent announcement by Craig Miller, Alliance Water Resources manager, regarding significant funding in Gov. Andy Beshear’s proposed state budget for Martin County’s water issues represents a turning point that deserves celebration. For nearly a quarter of…
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Violet Updike to lead fiddle workshop and concert at Webb music shop
BY PHILL BARNETT MOUNTAIN CITIZEN TOMAHAWK — Music enthusiasts and aspiring fiddlers will gather Sunday at James E Webb Musical Repair and Sales at 31 Stidham Lane in Tomahawk for an evening filled with strings, bows and community spirit. The event, starting at 5 p.m., promises to be fun and informative for all ages. The evening…
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Streamlined FAFSA launches with major updates, expands access to financial aid
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN The U.S. Department of Education announced the launch of the new Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Sunday. The launch, described as a soft opening, will see the form periodically available online while administrators monitor site performance and form functionality. They will initiate pauses for site maintenance and technical…
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Adams announces 2023 student essay and slogan contests
FRANKFORT — Secretary of State Michael Adams has announced his Office’s 2023 essay contest for students in grades 9-12 and slogan contest for students in grades 6-8. The winners will receive prizes and be honored in a public ceremony. “So often, we can learn from our kids,” Adams said. “I encourage Kentucky students to teach…
