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Harvest Fest packs 30th anniversary weekend: Carnival, music, parade, vendors, more
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — From Elvis on Friday afternoon to Jake Hoot on Saturday night, the 30th annual Martin County Harvest Festival now has a full weekend on the books. Organizers have released the Sept. 18-19 schedule, packing two days in Inez with live music, carnival rides, hayrides, a parade, wrestling, the…
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What if every young person in Appalachia knew they mattered?
You Matter Appalachia invests in youth, community pride, future close to home BY DOROTHY DILLON What would Appalachia look like if every young person growing up here knew they mattered? What if they understood that their voice has value, their ideas are needed, and the place they call home is worthy of their investment? What…
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Petco Love grant boosts affordable veterinary care in Eastern Kentucky
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN PAINTSVILLE — A $500 grant from national nonprofit Petco Love will help Animal Alliance of East Kentucky expand access to affordable veterinary care for pets in Martin, Johnson, Floyd and Magoffin counties. The investment will support the volunteer-driven organization’s spay and neuter efforts, which primarily serve low-income residents who otherwise…
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SOAR’s Social Enterprise Accelerator helps entrepreneurs turn community needs into businesses
Coaching, mentorship, connections CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — Eastern Kentuckians with ideas for businesses that could solve problems in their communities have access to free coaching, mentorship and support through Shaping Our Appalachian Region’s Social Enterprise Accelerator. Danna Barnett, director of Entrepreneurship with SOAR, and Zach Adams, with SOAR’s Social Enterprise Accelerator Program, spoke to…
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Martin County seals first time capsule for 2051
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — With the click of a lock and the words “God bless America,” Martin County sealed its first official time capsule Thursday. The capsule will preserve a snapshot of life in 2026 for residents to discover 25 years from now. You Matter Appalachia intern Garrett Lowe secured the capsule…
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Forest ranger warns of wildfire risks, outlines seasonal job opportunities
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County is among the areas most prone to wildfires in the Kentucky Division of Forestry’s 27-county Morehead branch, forest ranger James “Woody” Thomas told members of the Kiwanis Club on Thursday. “Martin and Magoffin counties are two of the hottest counties in the Morehead branch,” Thomas said…
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What to do if a snake bites you: ARH physician advises calm, quick medical care
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT Although snakebites are scary, staying calm and knowing what to do are your best defense, according to an Appalachian Regional Healthcare physician. “In the ARH service area, we see a lot of people working outdoors, hiking, hunting and gardening, so encounters with snakes are not uncommon,” said Dr. Bart Francis, an emergency…
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Martin County Health Department wishes students a happy, healthy school year
BY DOROTHY DILLON As another school year begins, the Martin County Health Department would like to extend our warmest wishes to all students, teachers, school staff and families for a safe, healthy and successful year. The start of a new school year brings fresh opportunities to learn, grow, and make lasting memories. We encourage everyone…
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Kentucky Cowgirls bring birthday fun to nursing home
Birthday celebrations at Martin County Health Care Facility came with plenty of cowboy hats, laughter and music as the Kentucky Cowgirls entertained residents.
