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HomePlace Clinic bringing mobile unit to Dempsey Housing
BY RACHEL DOVE MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Bringing mobile healthcare to those who do not have transportation back and forth to doctors’ offices is about to become an option for certain areas in Martin County, thanks to the HomePlace Clinic in Inez. On Wednesday, Nov. 8, HomePlace Clinic’s mobile health unit will spend the day…
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Elliot Contracting collaborates with BSCTC to offer real-world apprenticeship model opportunities
PRESTONSBURG — Elliot Contracting, a construction and contracting company based in Pikeville, is working alongside Big Sandy Community and Technical College to provide apprenticeship model opportunities for students pursuing technical careers. The collaboration bridges the gap between classroom learning and real-world experience, empowering students in their chosen fields. Elliot Contracting will work closely with BSCTC…
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Warfield Elementary October ‘Spotlight’
Principal Jessica Jewell, teachers and staff recently announced the October “Spotlight” at Warfield Elementary School. Johnathan Muncy, Tyler Fletcher, Joe Cline and Bella Robinson achieved center stage and were awarded certificates.
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Carpentry students build oversized chair for Harvest Fest
INEZ — Students in the Martin County ATC carpentry program helped beautify Umbrella Alley in downtown Inez by constructing a super-sized chair that can seat multiple people. Students in the second and third periods, along with the students in the fifth and sixth periods, combined their skills in sizing, cutting, drilling and sanding to complete…
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‘Community Decorating Day’ Nov. 5 for Christmas in the Mountains
BY RACHEL DOVE MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Christmas in the Mountains “Community Decorating Day” is Sunday, Nov. 5. It is the day for folks to come to Inez and help light up the town with Christmas lights to prepare for the annual Christmas in the Mountains. “It truly takes a village,” remarked Christmas in the…
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His Place Food Pantry open every third Saturday
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — His Place Food Pantry will be open Saturday from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. for everyone to come and shop for free food. It is first come, first served at Turkey Creek Church, 1632 Tug River Road in Inez. “All we need is your name and the number in your…
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Haven of Rest director inspires Kiwanis Club
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Haven of Rest serves families visiting their incarcerated loved ones and ministers to the community, assisting those in need. Director Debe Polich was the guest speaker during the Kiwanis Club luncheon Thursday at Shufflin Café and shared her ministry’s mission. Polich arrived in Martin County in 2011 as…
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Therapy Spotlight: Melissa
BY MCHCF Staff and Martin County Health Care Facility residents congratulate Melissa on her recent success and completion of therapy. Melissa came to Martin County Health Care after a recent hospitalization left her unable to care for herself in her home. She completed occupational, physical and speech therapy. “It all started when I had a…
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One-stop website on respiratory viruses launches in Kentucky
State joins CDC and other states in consolidated approach FRANKFORT (Oct. 12, 2023) — The Kentucky Department for Public Health has launched a new respiratory virus website, CoverYourCough.ky.gov, a one-stop spot for finding information on COVID-19, influenza and RSV. According to KDPH Commissioner Dr. Steven Stack, today’s move follows the approach the Centers for Disease…
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