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Health & Wellness Pavilion coming to Martin County
BY DOROTHY DILLON The Martin County Health Department is excited to invite the community to our third annual Health & Wellness Pavilion on Friday, Sept. 12 (12–5 p.m.) and Saturday, Sept. 13 (10 a.m.–2 p.m.) at the Martin County Business Center (right beside the courthouse). This year’s event will be packed with fun, learning, and…
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Over 60 vendors heading to Harvest Fest this Friday and Saturday
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — Downtown Inez will turn into a street-fair celebration this Friday and Saturday as the Harvest Festival brings more than 60 vendors, its biggest carnival yet, live music and family fun. Dozens of food booths, craft tables, games, and community displays will line the streets, filling the weekend with the sights,…
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Inez Elementary announces Students and Staff of the Month
INEZ — Principal Amanda Fields, teachers and staff recently announced the August 2025 Students and Staff of the Month at Inez Elementary School. Kindergarten Mrs. Cain: Kinsley Bowen Mrs. Moore: Karson Jewell First Grade Ms. Haney Sage O’Connor Second Grade Mrs. Mills: Kallie Sesco Third Grade Mrs. Wilson: Logan Dotson Fourth Grade Ms. Scott: Mason…
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Quilt raffle to benefit Martin County Health Care Facility residents
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — A one-of-a-kind quilt will warm hearts and help residents at the Martin County Health Care Facility. The facility’s Resident Council is raffling a handmade “Purple Pink Passion” quilt, king size, donated by the Heirloom Quilt Society. The drawing is set for noon Friday, Dec. 5. Tickets are just $1 each…
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Blevins finds Harvest Fest Treasure Hunt Clue #3
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — Benjamin Blevins with the winning smile after finding the Harvest Fest Treasure Hunt Clue #3 at the First Frontier trail sign on New Route 3. He grabbed his $50 prize at the PVA office. The adventure continues for one final week. Find Clue #4 on the front page of the…
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Historic Courthouse hosts wedding: Presley and Fitch
INEZ — The former Martin County Courthouse opened its doors to history Saturday as it hosted its first wedding since reopening as a wedding and event venue earlier this year. Gracie Presley and Jonathan Fitch became the first couple to exchange vows since the reopening. Friends and family filled the chamber, once a place of…
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Scarecrow Stroll returns to Harvest Fest with two contest categories
INEZ — The Martin County Harvest Festival is turning up the fall spirit with the 8th Annual Scarecrow Stroll, inviting businesses and residents to deck out the county with their most imaginative scarecrow creations. The community tradition celebrates the 29th Annual Harvest Festival with both business and residential contests. To enter, snap a photo of…
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Healthy Happenings: Visit the Health & Wellness Pavilion at the Harvest Festival
BY DOROTHY DILLON With the Martin County Harvest Festival right around the corner, the Martin County Health Department is ready to welcome everyone to its third annual Health & Wellness Pavilion, bringing health and community together. Mark your calendars and join us Friday, Sept. 12 from 12–5 p.m. and Saturday, Sept. 13 from 10 a.m.–2…
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Warfield Elementary announces Students of the Month
WARFIELD — Principal Jessica Jewell, along with teachers and staff at Warfield Elementary, recently announced a new group of achievers as the August 2025 Students of the Month. The honorees who demonstrated excellence include the following students: Brock Baker, Davy Bell, Elijah Brewer, Kylie Evans, Lilah Fletcher, Colton Hall, Missy Jude, Harper Lawson, Everleigh Marcum,…
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Kiwanis Club unveils Harvest Fest Quilt
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — The Kiwanis Club unveiled the 2025 Harvest Fest Quilt on Thursday during its meeting at Giovanni’s in Inez, presenting a handmade piece that captures the colors and motifs of autumn. The quilt, hand-pieced by Connie Harless and quilted by Sherry Burchett at Quilter’s Playhouse, features bright orange patchwork pumpkins set…
