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Home heating assistance available through Dec. 15
INEZ — Households can apply for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Fall Subsidy on a first-come, first-served basis through Dec. 15 at their local Big Sandy Area Community Action Program office. LIHEAP Fall Subsidy provides households with a one-time benefit ranging from $34 to $274, depending on housing category, fuel type used for…
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Christian Help is a beacon of hope
Christian Help’s goal of bringing holiday cheer to 400 families in Mingo and Martin counties is more than a seasonal gesture—it is compassion. The event, set for Dec. 16 at the old Kermit gym, embodies the true spirit of Christmas. Parents and guardians facing financial constraints will have the joy of selecting new gifts for…
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Open letter to judge/executive and magistrates
To the Martin County Judge/Executive and Magistrates: I own and pay taxes on property in Martin County so I want to express my views on this new trash ordinance. When I read the article in the Mountain Citizen newspaper, I thought this does not sound right. I researched and found the codes posted on the…
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Your loan is between you and your bank
Many years ago I took out a second mortgage on my home. The house had grown in value and had at least $30,000 of equity. At that time, I had multiple reasons. The second mortgage added a second monthly payment to my already very tight budget. I made both the original payment and the second…
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Fads and fashions from the past
I was listening to the radio in the car the other day and “The Streak” came over the air. That novelty song by Ray Stevens was a big hit in the 1970s. It was 1974 when I was in high school. Streaking was the act of running naked through a public area for publicity as…
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Community gears up for A Warfield Park Christmas
BY RACHEL DOVE MOUNTAIN CITIZEN WARFIELD — The community is invited to come together for the 2023 A Warfield Park Christmas Dec. 10 to relive past Christmas joys and create new memories with family and friends. Brionna Shrum, a Warfield resident, has collaborated with District 5 Magistrate Ronald Workman, Lori Workman, residents, officials, churches, and…
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Save the date Pigeon Roost
Pigeon Roost Community Center’s annual Christmas tree lighting is set for Nov. 23 at 7 p.m. Santa will give out stockings, hot chocolate and cookies.
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Thank you for your service
Martin County Health Care Facility honored Veterans Harrison Griffin and Jesse Robinson. “Thank you for your service, Harrison and Jesse and all who served.”
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Warfield Elementary announces Student Spotlight
WARFIELD — Principal Jessica Jewell, teachers and staff recently announced the Student Spotlight at Warfield Elementary School. Star students include Zoey Murphy, Jasmine Shaffer, Abigail Hillsburg, Nova Mays, Kylie Messer and Kaymyn Combs.
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Martin County blows Betsy Layne away, advances to championship
BY BOO NEWSOME MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County blew Betsy Layne away 35-6 in round 2 of the KHSAA Class 2A playoffs Friday night at The Rock in Inez. The win moves Coach Josh Muncy’s Cardinals to Class 2A round 3, where they will vie for the East Region championship Friday against the Beechwood…
