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Eden Wildcats win three in a row
BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Eden Elementary’s boys basketball is starting to hit its stride. The Wildcats put together a three-game win streak last week, opening with a 42-27 win at Inez, edging Tug Valley 46-42 at home, then overpowering Boyd County’s sixth grade 64-31 on the road. Jan. 7 – Eden 42, Inez…
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No ‘Ifs, Ands or Buts’ About It
BY GREG CRUM “And fear not them which kill the body, but are not able to kill the soul: but rather fear him which is able to destroy both soul and body in hell. Are not two sparrows sold for a farthing? and one of them shall not fall on the ground without your Father.…
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First medical marijuana processors approved; more dispensaries opening soon
BY MELISSA PATRICK KENTUCKY HEALTH NEWS Gov. Andy Beshear announced Jan. 8 that the state had approved its first cannabis processor, Bison Infused, located in Dayton, Kentucky. Beshear said the approval of Bison Infused is expected to result in multiple products becoming available in the coming weeks. “Our priority is ensuring Kentuckians suffering from serious…
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Jan. 15 is last day to sign up for health insurance through Kynect
BY MELISSA PATRICK KENTUCKY HEALTH NEWS The deadline to sign up for federally subsidized health insurance through Kynect, the state’s online portal, is Thursday, Jan. 15, for coverage that starts Feb. 1. With the expiration of the Affordable Care Act’s enhanced premium tax credits on Dec. 31, health insurance premiums are much higher for Kentuckians…
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Lori Ann (Johnson) Dials
Lori Ann (Johnson) Dials 1964—2026 Lorie Ann (Johnson) Dials, 61, of Warfield, passed away Jan. 11, 2026, at her home. Born Oct. 10, 1964, in Columbus, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Ruth Atwell Johnson. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her sister, Darlene Johnson New…
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Conrad Ford Muncy Obituary
Conrad Ford Muncy 1952—2026 Conrad Ford Muncy, of Nelsonville, Ohio, passed away Jan. 11, 2026. Born July 16, 1952, in Martin County, Kentucky, he was the son of the late Oscar and Lena Muncy. He enjoyed carpentry work and spending time with his family and friends. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in…
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Paul Bernard Conn Obituary
Paul Bernard Conn 1941—2026 Paul Bernard Conn, age 84, of Jennies Creek, West Virginia, passed away Monday, Jan. 12, 2026. Born April 23, 1941, he was the son of the late Ruth Marie Stepp Conn and Willie Conn. Paul grew up on Jennies Creek and was raised by his grandparents, Sallie Muncy and Berbage Stepp.…
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Etzel ‘Poley Bear’ Fannin Obituary
Etzel ‘Poley Bear’ Fannin 1945—2026 It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Etzel Dale “Poley Bear” Fannin, who died peacefully at his home Jan. 10, 2026, at the age of 81. Poley was a New Year’s Day baby, born Jan. 1, 1945, to the late Dick Fannin and Ida Mae Hensley…
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Tivis J. Hinkle Obituary
Tivis J. Hinkle 1953—2026 Tivis J. Hinkle, 73, of Louisa, passed away Jan. 7, 2026, at his residence. Born Jan. 3, 1953, in Martin County, he was the son of the late Alex and Opal Bowen Hinkle. Tivis is survived by his wife, Helen Endicott Hinkle of Louisa; two sons, Tivis Lee (Tabby) and Darrell…
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Danny Eugene Goble Obituary
Danny Eugene Goble 1947—2026 Danny Eugene Goble, 78, of Inez, passed away peacefully Jan. 7, 2026, in the presence of his loving family. Born March 14, 1947, he was the son of the late Henry Goble Jr. and Laura “Bootsie” Maynard Goble. Danny is survived by his wife, Sandra (Kinser) Goble of Inez, with whom…
