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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…
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School starts Aug. 5 for Martin County students
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Summer vacation will give way to backpacks, buses and classrooms Aug. 5 when Martin County students begin the 2026-2027 school year. The Martin County School District calendar maps out 170 instructional days, with breaks spread from early October through spring. July will belong to teachers and staff, who…
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Wrestlers serve up sweet treats
The Martin County High School girls wrestling team brought smiles and sweet treats to residents at Martin County Health Care Facility during a recent visit. The wrestlers stopped by to deliver an assortment of baked goodies and spend time with residents. “Thank you, girls, for such a thoughtful gesture of kindness,” facility staff said. “The…
