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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.
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Apply for electric bill payment help Aug. 3
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — Kentucky households struggling with summer electric bills may apply for assistance beginning Aug. 3 through the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program. The summer subsidy is available statewide to households with income at or below 150 percent of the federal poverty guidelines. Assistance is paid directly to the household’s energy provider.…
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BentleyMade brings handcrafted artistry to Stidham Old Time Music Gathering
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN TOMAHAWK — Paintsville artists Brett Lee Bentley and Catherine Bentley returned to the Stidham Old Time Music Gathering July 24-25 for their second consecutive year. The two-day event took place at Webb’s Musical Repair and Sales on South Milo Road in Tomahawk, featuring live performances, guitar and banjo workshops, Appalachian…
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Free Diabetes Connection program July 30 focuses on sleep health
BY DOROTHY DILLON The Martin County Health Department invites the community to attend its next Diabetes Connection program on Thursday, July 30, at 10 a.m. This month’s program will focus on the importance of healthy sleep routines and the risks associated with sleep apnea. The program is completely free, and you do not have to…
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Music, moonshine, medieval flair take over Appalachian Artist Festival, July 31-Aug. 1
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — For two days this summer, downtown Inez will become the sort of place where an Elvis tribute artist, a moonshine maker, a mounted archer and a mouth-painting artist can all reasonably be considered part of the same plan. The fourth annual Appalachian Artist Festival returns July 31 and…
