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‘Miracles’ — Aliceson Jude and worship group release new single
“We wanted it to show the beauty of God’s creation, and I feel that’s exactly how it turned out.” –Aliceson Jude, KCU Collective BY PHILL BARNETT MOUNTAIN CITIZEN GRAYSON — Kentucky Christian University (KCU) Worship Collective, or KCU Collective for short, recently unveiled “Miracles,” a soul-stirring contemporary Christian song that encapsulates the acts of Jesus…
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Kenny Wayne Shepherd brings blues-rock mastery to MAC
PRESTONSBURG — Kenny Wayne Shepherd delivered an evening of blues-rock Thursday at the Mountain Arts Center in Prestonsburg. The 46-year-old recounted the journey of his debut hit “Déjà Voodoo,” which climbed to No. 5 on the charts, from his inaugural album “Ledbetter Heights,” recorded in 1995 when he was 18. Shepherd’s set included tracks from his…
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MCHS Band of Pride seniors recognized
INEZ — Martin County High School Band of Pride seniors were recognized before the Cardinals vs. Knott County game Thursday as part of “Senior Night.” Senior band members are Beth Smith, Victoria Lackey and Anna Ward.
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‘Lonnie & Twyla Money’ exhibit opens Feb. 8
MOREHEAD — An exhibit opening soon at the Kentucky Folk Art Center showcases the work of two prominent regional folk artists. “Lonnie & Twyla Money: 50 Years of Kentucky Appalachian Folk Art” opens Feb. 8 with a reception and book signing from 5 to 7 p.m. This exhibit will run through May 6. KFAC, located at…
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Barbara Morrison’s captivating art takes center stage at McCall Art Gallery
PRESTONSBURG — Local artist and former student Barbara Morrison is showcasing her talent at the McCall Art Gallery on the Prestonsburg Campus of Big Sandy Community and Technical College. Her art show will be available until March 1. The exhibit promises an adventure through Morrison’s evolving artistic journey, spanning the past two to three years…
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Tomahawk’s musical maestro: Webb revives family legacy with community strings
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — James L. “Jimmy” Webb is a name synonymous with music in Tomahawk. Webb, who has taken over his father’s music shop, James E. Webb Musical Repair and Sales, is not just a businessman but a central figure in the local music scene. He shared insight into his history…
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Sophomore art exhibit opens at MSU
MOREHEAD — Morehead State University’s annual sophomore art exhibit, “Works in Progress,” opened Monday at the Golding-Yang Art Gallery in the Claypool-Young Art Building. The exhibit features the work of sophomore art and design students and runs through Thursday, Feb. 15. The exhibit features paintings, sculptures, drawings, ceramics, digital art and mixed media pieces. A…
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One of Kentucky’s most iconic moments celebrates 30th anniversary: ‘Ordinary Angels’ hits theaters Feb. 23
Louisville’s Snow Baby received lifesaving transplant during 1994 snowstorm On Jan. 17, 1994, a historic and deadly snowstorm hit Kentucky at the same time a liver transplant became available in Nebraska for a dying 3-year-old Louisvillian named Michelle Schmitt. With the family unable to travel to Nebraska while Kentucky was at a standstill, community members…
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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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Exciting line-up coming to the MAC in early 2024
BY ARIA STERLING MOUNTAIN CITIZEN PRESTONSBURG — The Mountain Arts Center in Prestonsburg is set to host an array of performances in the first few months of 2024, offering something for every taste. Bryan Martin with Special Guest Sadie Bass – Jan. 19, 7 p.m. Country music’s rising star, Bryan Martin, known for his blue-collar…
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