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Tug Valley reels from major flood
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN MARTIN COUNTY — Homes submerged, roads washed away and families stranded—this was the scene across the Tug Valley after floodwaters surged through the region over the weekend, cutting off communities and leaving thousands without power. In Kermit, the Tug Fork River crested at 51.22 feet at 12:30 a.m. on Feb.…
News
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Supporting local newspapers puts community first; HB 368 will harm communities and newspapers
BY JANE ASHLEY PACE 2024 KPA PRESIDENT Every county in Kentucky has one local business that has been there longer than any other, most more than a century – while some are even closing in on two centuries. In many of these counties, that business is their local newspaper. I manage two of those local…
OPINION
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From struggle to strength: How Justin Muncy learned to thrive after addiction
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Members of the Kiwanis Club leaned in as Justin Muncy, a wellness coach with the Thrive Community Coalition, took the floor Thursday during a club luncheon at Giovanni’s in Inez. The guest speaker shared the story of his journey from addiction to redemption. Muncy’s role at Thrive is clear-cut.…
Mountain Living
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Eleven Martin County wrestlers headed to state championships
Cards finish as Region 8 runner-up, crown three champions BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN ASHLAND – Martin County’s wrestling team delivered a powerhouse performance to finish as runner-up at the KHSAA Region 8 Championships. The event took place Saturday at Boyd County High School. The Cardinals amassed 267.5 points, finishing behind only Johnson Central (336…
Sports
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Martin County dominates Clipson Jones Memorial
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Martin County Youth Wrestling battles at state duals
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Cardinals battle to second place finish at middle school state duals
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MCMS wins game cheer competition
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Tommy’s Auto Sales Players of the Week: MCMS Cardinals
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Tug Valley wins pair of games in HM Shootout
Players of the Week
Compliments of:
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