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Veterans buy Christmas clothes for children
The Veterans Coalition for Better Health Care and Big Sandy DAV Chapter #18 held roadblock fundraisers to purchase clothing for children this Christmas season. Their efforts raised enough funds to donate $500 to each of three elementary schools in Martin County and seven in Johnson County. On Dec. 7, Family Resource Center directors from the…
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UPIKE celebrates nursing graduates
PIKEVILLE — The University of Pikeville’s Elliott School of Nursing celebrated the achievements of 27 Associate of Science in Nursing graduates with a pinning ceremony Friday in the Health Professions Education Building. The ceremony marked the students’ successful completion of rigorous nursing coursework and clinical rotations, symbolizing their transition from student to nurse. Karen Damron,…
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Healthy Happenings: First-ever Regional Health Department Christmas Collaboration
BY DOROTHY DILLON This holiday season marked a special milestone for our community as we hosted the first-ever Regional Health Department Christmas Collaboration event at the Martin County Library. The event was a tremendous success, bringing together over 150 public health staff from across the six-county Big Sandy region to celebrate success in achieving multiple…
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Morehead State celebrates graduates
Morehead State University honored nearly 500 graduates at ceremonies Friday. MSU recognized this academic milestone for students in the presence of family, loved ones, friends, faculty, staff, students and MSU alumni. MSU President Dr. Jay Morgan conferred the degrees and congratulated each student. The ceremony honored graduates of the Caudill College of Arts, Humanities &…
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His Place Food Pantry open Saturday
His Place Food Pantry will be open this Saturday from 10 a.m. to noon, operating on a first-come, first-served basis. “We do have several turkeys to give away for Christmas,” Pastor Catron said. The pantry, which intends to combat food insecurity in Martin County, operates on the third Saturday of each month. Residents need only…
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Kermit kicks off Christmas with parade, tree-lighting, Santa
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT KERMIT, W.Va. — Dozens of residents gathered Dec. 4 for the Town of Kermit’s annual Christmas Parade and Tree-lighting ceremony. This year’s tree-lighting honor went to 87-year-old Kermit resident Gail Ruble, who lit up the Christmas tree at Kermit Park. “She enjoyed that,” Mayor Charles Sparks said. “We had a good crowd…
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School board honors Cardinals football team
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — The Martin County Board of Education honored the Martin County High School football team and coaching staff ahead of Monday night’s meeting. The team capped off the season as district and region runners-up. Head Coach Josh Muncy expressed gratitude to the board and Superintendent Larry James. “Our guys have been…
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Music wins handcrafted quilt in fundraiser
INEZ — Kay Music has won a stunning, handcrafted Chandelier quilt. Martin County Health Care Facility (MCHCF) announced Music as the winner after a Dec. 6 raffle drawing. The annual fundraiser benefits MCHCF residents’ Christmas celebration. MCHCF expressed gratitude to Music and to all who contributed to another successful year. They also extended thanks to…
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Inez Elementary announces November Students of the Month
INEZ — Principal Amanda Fields, teachers and staff recently announced the Students of the Month at Inez Elementary School. Star students in November 2024 include the following: Kolton Nichols, kindergarten – Mrs. Becky Cain. Paislee Jude, kindergarten – Mrs. Sara Moore. Isabella Spence, first grade – Ms. Robynn Haney. Jaxson May, first grade – Mrs.…
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Patriot Ambulance EMS ‘Stuff the Ambulance’ toy drive underway
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — Patriot Ambulance EMS is hosting its “Stuff the Ambulance” event to collect toys for children in Martin County. Last Friday, the ambulance was stationed at Blue Light Bargains. This week, Joshua Hunt, station captain for Patriot Ambulance in Martin County, invites everyone to bring donations of new toys to the ambulance parked…
