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School board recognizes national JAG competitors
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Martin County Board of Education honored nationally recognized Jobs for America’s Graduates students during its May meeting, spotlighting middle and high school teams that placed among the nation’s best at last month’s National Career Development Conference in Salt Lake City. Martin County students continued a streak of…
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Intergenerational arts & crafts bring creativity
Residents and young volunteers shared creativity, conversation and plenty of smiles during arts & crafts at Martin County Health Care Facility. Participants worked side by side to create handmade pillows, allowing residents to connect with younger generations while enjoying an afternoon of fellowship, teamwork and fun.
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Muncy graduates from the Kentucky Public Health Emerging Leadership Institute
BY DOROTHY DILLON The Martin County Health Department is proud to announce that assistant director Deanna Muncy has graduated from the Kentucky Public Health Emerging Leadership Institute (KY-PHELI). KY-PHELI is a leadership development program designed to prepare emerging public health professionals for leadership roles across Kentucky. Through the program, participants engage in advanced training focused…
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Seedtime on the Cumberland marks 40 years of music, art, mountain culture: June 5-7
Appalshop invites friends, neighbors and curious folks to celebrate the 40th Anniversary of Seedtime on the Cumberland—Appalshop’s free festival featuring music, art, local crafters and good food— happening June 5-7 in downtown Whitesburg. The festival kicks off Friday, June 5, at 6 p.m. with the annual Seedtime Punk Show at the Appalshop Solar Pavilion, 91…
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Blood drive June 8 in Inez
INEZ — As the nation marks the 250th anniversary of its founding, the Kentucky Blood Center is encouraging residents to roll up their sleeves and help replenish the blood supply during a community blood drive June 8 in Inez. The drive will be from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Martin County Public Library-Collier…
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SUN Meals To-Go to provide free summer meals across Martin County
Children across Martin County will have access to free breakfast and lunch this summer through the SUN Meals To-Go program from June 3 through July 3. The program will ensure that children continue to receive nutritious meals while school is out for the summer. Free meals will be available to all children aged 18 and…
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From classrooms to trails, conservation leaves its mark
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Conservation in Martin County looks different depending on where you stand — in a classroom, on a farm or along a wooded trail behind the Collier Center. Martin County Soil and Water Conservation District chairman Tom Dials told Fiscal Court members Thursday that the district continues working across…
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Swinging for sweets
Residents at Martin County Health Care Facility took turns putting their strength to the test during a lively piñata activity. Laughter and anticipation took over as residents swung for the colorful, candy-filled target, cheering one another on with every hit. The fun ended with a sweet reward after Micheal delivered the final blow, sending candy…
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Laurel Lake to host fishing tournament June 13
BY ANNIE HOLLER MOUNTAIN CITIZEN LENORE, W.Va. — Whether you are an avid fisherman or just learning the best techniques to land that “big one,” Laurel Lake in Mingo County is where you want to be Saturday, June 13 for the sixth annual Bob Wellman Memorial Fishing Tournament. There is no cost to compete and…
