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FBI recruiters visit BSCTC, seeking future electronic technicians
PRESTONSBURG — In an initiative to discover the next generation of electronic technicians, the Federal Bureau of Investigation recently sent two recruiters, Ron Laughlin and Matt Hall, from the Louisville branch to visit the electrical programs at Big Sandy Community and Technical College. The goal of this visit was clear: to identify and recruit talented…
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Pikeville gears up for glamorous ‘Old Hollywood’ themed banquet in support of Pregnancy Care
CITIZEN STAFF PIKEVILLE — The Appalachian Pregnancy Care Center will host its 11th Annual Banquet for Life Feb. 1, 2024, at the Appalachian Wireless Arena. This event promises to transport guests to the golden era of Old Hollywood, complete with all the grandeur reminiscent of the big screen’s most illustrious days. The theme of Old…
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Christmas in the Mountains opens in Inez
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Christmas in the Mountains opened Sunday with A Merry Little Christmas Party and the crowning of retired Martin County educators Estella Horn as Ms. Christmas in the Mountains and Darrell Clark as Mr. Christmas in the Mountains. With Inez looking like a dazzling winter wonderland of lights and…
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Martin County Tourism discusses mural project, local developments
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — During a recent meeting, the Martin County Tourism board, led by Chairperson Nita Collier, discussed the ongoing mural project in Inez. Collier updated members Derrick Stepp, Brenda Davis and Linda Lou Webb about waiting for a design from artist Mary Ann Farley. “We only have one option for…
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Morehead State students participate in Model U.N. Conference
Morehead State University students participated in the 44th Annual Model United Nations Conference held Nov. 2-4 at the University of Louisville. Sponsored by the Indiana Consortium of International Programs, the event brought students from six universities in Kentucky and Indiana to simulate the United Nations Security Council. Students who attended include: • Carter Abshire (senior…
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Sheldon Clark High School Class of 1993 reunion Dec. 2
INEZ — The Sheldon Clark High School Class of 1993 reunion is set for Dec. 2 at 4:30 p.m. in Shufflin Café’s banquet room at 74 West Main Street in Inez. Class members will enjoy watching the Christmas parade together while dining on food from Pizza Stop and Connie Cookies. For more information, contact Mandy…
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UK doctor debunks myths about lung cancer screening, which can find cancer before it spreads or causes symptoms, and save lives
BY DR. TIMOTHY MULLETT UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths in the U.S., claiming more lives than prostate cancer, breast cancer, and colorectal cancer combined. However, it can be a curable disease if detected early through screening, which can often identify cancer before it spreads or causes symptoms. The…
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Emergency-room visits for respiratory illness went up for the sixth week in a row, as hospitalizations saw a slight dip
BY MELISSA PATRICK KENTUCKY HEALTH NEWS As we head into the full swing of the holiday season and people start to gather indoors to celebrate while taking fewer precautions to protect themselves, respiratory viruses such as influenza, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and COVID-19 are expected to surge. The state Department for Public Health’s weekly respiratory…
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Pick up a free ticket for chance to win
INEZ — Golden Memorial Methodist Church will celebrate Christmas in the Mountains by giving away an old-fashioned tied quilt Dec. 2 after the parade. You do not have to be present to win. You may pick up a free ticket at the Martin County Senior Citizens Center or Appalachia Reach Out from Nov. 28 until…
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Inez student council donates to festival
The Inez Elementary Student Council, under the direction of Kayla Hale, made a monetary contribution to Linda Webb and Christmas in the Mountains. The students were very excited to be able to help the group of local volunteers who are making the town so beautiful. They said they enjoy riding through town each evening and…
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