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Haven of Rest is ‘a hidden jewel’
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Haven of Rest Family Ministries sits atop the hill along Airport Road in Debord. It was never meant to be a place of luxury, but it is beautiful and offers something far more rare: solace. On Thursday, Linda Booth, the interim director of the Haven, stood before…
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Healthy Happenings: Check your vaccination status
BY DOROTHY DILLON Protecting yourself and your community by ensuring you are up-to-date on the MMR (Measles, Mumps and Rubella) vaccine. Measles is highly contagious, but you can be protected by getting the MMR vaccine. How to check your vaccine status: • Check your immunization records through your doctor or local health department • Look…
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Health officials report measles case in Kentucky
BY MELISSA PATRICK KY HEALTH NEWS Health officials from the Kentucky Department for Public Health announced a confirmed case of measles in a Kentucky resident on Wednesday, Feb. 26. The resident had recently traveled internationally to an area with ongoing measles transmission. The health department reports that the infected adult had attended the Planet Fitness…
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Academic Cards finish third in Region 15
Martin County High School Academic Cardinals delivered a strong performance at the 15th Region Governor’s Cup on Saturday. They secured third place overall and earned a spot in the state tournament in two weeks. Individually, Collin Mills placed third in Mathematics. His teammate Russell Maynard claimed third in Arts & Humanities and fourth in Language Arts.…
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Fishing and hunting licenses available
Licenses and permits are available to fish, hunt and trap in Kentucky in the coming license year that started March 1. With some of the finest outdoor opportunities available anywhere, Kentucky’s fields, woods and waterways provide adventure for avid outdoors enthusiasts and newcomers alike. The 2025-2026 license year runs from March 1, 2025 through Feb.…
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Arthritis exercise classes keep seniors active in Inez
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — As winter settles in and brings with it the urge to stay indoors, Martin County Senior Citizens Center director Jennifer Crum has an alternative. The center is offering arthritis exercise classes for those with arthritis or joint conditions who find traditional exercise challenging. “If you’re experiencing joint pain and stiffness,…
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Stidham Old Time Music Gathering drops lineup, keeps it cheap and cheerful
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT TOMAHAWK — The Stidham Old Time Music Gathering is back—and bigger than ever. The annual two-day celebration of Appalachian roots music lands in Tomahawk on July 25 and 26, promising an expanded artist lineup and ticket prices that won’t break the bank. Organizers are keeping things refreshingly accessible, offering three pricing tiers:…
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High school juniors to take the ACT for free
Juniors in Kentucky’s public high schools will take the ACT in March as part of the state’s academic accountability and equity efforts. “The ACT is a good indicator of your college readiness even if some colleges no longer require the ACT for admissions,” Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman said in a press release. “Many scholarships, including…
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Coyote sightings increase with winter mating season
Simple precautions can help avoid conflict with adaptable canine Increased sightings of coyotes may occur this winter and spring in rural and urban areas across Kentucky as coyotes roam more to search for mates, establish territories and raise pups. Coyote winter mating season typically lasts into March, while pup rearing takes place in spring and…
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Mount Vernon Nazarene students bring fun to nursing home
A group of nursing and speech pathology students from Mount Vernon Nazarene University brought fun to the Martin County Healthcare Facility last week. The students, hosted by Appalachia Reach Out, enjoyed games, manicures, socializing and sing-a-longs with the nursing home residents.
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