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Facing Hunger in Inez
Facing Hunger Foodbank from Huntington, West Virginia, brought its mission to feed people to Inez on Nov. 27 in Inez. The organization helps in 17 counties across West Virginia, Kentucky and Ohio. Martin County has been on its mobile distribution schedule every other month for most of 2024.
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Agriculture poster and essay contest deadline March 7
Kentucky students can enter the Kentucky Department of Agriculture’s (KDA) annual Poster and Essay Contest by the March 7, 2025 deadline. Commissioner of Agriculture Jonathan Shell announced the theme of the 2025 contest is “Kentucky Agriculture Makes Me Proud” encouraging contestants to illustrate in words, original artwork or photographs how agriculture gives them pride. Students…
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Secretary of State essay and slogan contests address civic knowledge
Kentucky Secretary of State Michael Adams has announced his Office’s 2024 essay contest for students in grades 9-12 and slogan contest for students in grades 6-8. The winners will receive prizes and be honored in a public ceremony. “Encouraging civic interest at a young age is crucial to having civically engaged adults,” said Adams. “I…
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Martin County Middle School hosts successful science fair
WARFIELD — Martin County Middle School recently held its annual 7th and 8th Grade Science Fair on Nov. 18 and 19, marking two days of exploration, innovation, and academic excellence. The event was a tremendous success, showcasing the hard work and creativity of our students. We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to all…
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MCMS Beta Club spreads holiday cheer through Operation Christmas Child
WARFIELD — The Beta Club at Martin County Middle School has once again demonstrated the spirit of giving this holiday season by participating in Operation Christmas Child. This global initiative organized by Samaritan’s Purse provides shoeboxes filled with gifts to children around the world who might otherwise miss out on the joy of Christmas. Beta…
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Mingo deputies launch ‘Shop With A Deputy’ program
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT WILLIAMSON, W.Va. — The Mingo County Deputy Sheriffs Association (MCDSA) is gearing up to brighten the holiday season for local children through its annual “Shop With A Deputy” program. Deputies will stand outside at locations throughout the county from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7 collecting donations to support the…
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Howard enjoys velvet artwork
Carlotta Howard, a resident of Martin County Health Care Facility in Inez, finds relaxation and joy in creating stunning velvet artwork.
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Kids Count Kentucky Data Book released with new details about children’s health
BY MELISSA PATRICK KENTUCKY HEALTH NEWS This year’s Kids Count Kentucky Data Book looks at the impact of adverse childhood experiences, focusing on the power of supportive community environments and positive childhood experiences in improving the health of the commonwealth’s children. “We emphasize each year that what gets measured, gets changed, and this year, I’m…
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Study: Obesity rates skyrocket among Kentucky youth
BY NADIA RAMLAGAN KY NEWS CONNECTION More than one in three children is now overweight or obese, according to new research published in the Lancet medical journal. The study found while Kentucky and other southern states are forecast to continue seeing rising levels of childhood obesity, some other states, such as Utah, will experience even…
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