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Glitz, glam and holiday cheer: Miss Christmas in the Mountains Pageant brings festive fun to Martin County
Get ready for some serious sparkle—Eastern Elite Pageantry is bringing holiday cheer to Martin County with the Miss Christmas in the Mountains Pageant on Nov. 16 at noon, hosted at the Martin County Public Library Collier Center. Expect festive, Christmas-themed attire across a range of age divisions, from Baby (0-12 months) up to 20-plus years,…
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Christian stokes Renaissance fair
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Martin County Tourism Commission took another step toward helping bring a Renaissance fair to the county during their Oct. 21 meeting. Cati Christian returned to stoke excitement for the event she proposed last month. With Christian’s enthusiasm, this event could bring a unique new experience to Martin…
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Healthy Happenings: Join us for the first Pink Party–a community event to honor Breast Cancer Awareness
BY DOROTHY DILLON Martin County Health Department We’re thrilled to announce that we’re bringing programs like this back to the Martin County Health Department, and we’re even more excited to start with the Pink Party! This is more than just a gathering—it’s a powerful opportunity to learn, connect, and stand together as a community in…
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MCMS Beta Club raises hurricane relief funds and spreads cheer
WARFIELD — The Martin County Middle School Beta Club has been hard at work over the past few months. They have dedicated time and energy to support local and national causes. In a show of community spirit, the club raised $1,904 to help victims of Hurricane Helene at Victory Baptist Church in North Carolina. To…
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Seven nights of revival start Sunday at Wolf Creek Community Church
PILGRIM — Get ready: Revival season begins Sunday at Wolf Creek Community Church. The seven-day revival runs from Nov. 3 to Nov. 9 and features nightly services at 7 p.m. led by Pastor Daniel Mayhew and James Maynard. Each evening brings a different gospel group to the stage. King Seven will open the series Nov.…
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Heritage Day brings past to life in music, stories and traditions
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Folks gathered Saturday atop the hill in Inez where King Fisher and God’s Promise trails meet to celebrate the annual Martin County Heritage Day. It was a day rich in tradition and history, filled with Appalachian sights, sounds and tastes. Visitors stepped back in time, exploring a 1937…
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MC Health Care Facility residents craft festive fall décor
The residents of Martin County Health Care Facility embraced the spirit of autumn by handcrafting their very own fall pumpkin decorations during a recent activities session. Each resident added their personal touch, transforming ordinary materials into festive autumn décor. Their talent is on display in photos this week.
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Enter to win a handmade heirloom
INEZ — The Martin County Health Care Facility resident council has a special fundraiser that is sure to catch the eye of quilt lovers and supporters alike. Thanks to the generous donation from the Heirloom Quilt Society, a stunning Queen/King chandelier quilt will be the grand prize in a drawing to be held Dec. 6…
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UPIKE receives $5 million AMLER grant for sports complex
PIKEVILLE — The University of Pikeville (UPIKE) will begin phase 1 construction of the university’s Bear Mountain Sports Complex thanks to a $5 million Abandoned Mine Lands Economic Revitalization (AMLER) grant awarded during the annual SOAR (Shaping Our Appalachian Region) Summit last week in Pikeville. Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear and U.S. Congressman Harold “Hal” Rogers…
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UPIKE receives $2 million ARC grant to launch preventive health clinic
PIKEVILLE — The University of Pikeville (UPIKE) has received a $2 million grant from the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) to advance its mission of serving the region. The funding is part of the ARC’s $68.2 million POWER (Partnerships for Opportunity and Workforce and Economic Revitalization) Initiative, which supports economic diversification and revitalization efforts in Appalachian…
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