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Warfield student earns psychology degree
RICHMOND — A Martin County student was among those graduating from Eastern Kentucky University during Fall 2025 commencement ceremonies held in December at the EKU Center for the Arts. Taylor LeighAnn Albright of Warfield earned a Bachelor of Science in psychology. “With resilience, critical thinking and compassion you’ve gained at EKU, you are ready to
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WIC supports moms, infants and young children
BY DOROTHY DILLON The WIC Program at the Martin County Health Department provides nutrition support for pregnant women, new moms, infants and children under age 5. Families enrolled in WIC may receive healthy food benefits, breastfeeding support, nutrition counseling, and referrals to other health services. The program helps support healthy pregnancies and growing families by
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Inez Elementary announces February 2026 Students & Staff of the Month
INEZ — Principal Amanda Fields, teachers and staff announced the February 2026 Students & Staff of the Month at Inez Elementary School. Outstanding students include: Kindergarten Mrs. Becky Cain: Eric Howard Mrs. Sara Moore: Coleson McCoy First Grade Ms. Robynn Haney: Baleigh Christopher Second Grade Mrs. Rita Mills: Jaxson May Third Grade Mrs. Andrea Wilson:
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Get ready for Big Sandy Senior Games
Seniors across the Big Sandy region can lace up their walking shoes and prepare for the 39th Annual Big Sandy Senior Games in May. Hosted by the Big Sandy Area Development District, the event offers residents age 50 and older a chance to compete, connect and celebrate active living. Bowling competition will take place May
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Facing Hunger to establish hub in Mingo County
BY ANNIE HOLLER MOUNTAIN CITIZEN Facing Hunger Foodbank will use $1.1 million in federal funding for a warehouse distribution center in Mingo County. U.S. Senator Jim Justice announced the Congressional Direct Spending award in February. The project centers on repurposing previously vacant property into a regional hub for sustainable food production and workforce development, where
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Fill your plate, fill your toolkit: Diabetes Connection returns March 26
BY LAKEAN MEADE Mark your calendar for March 26. Join us for our next Diabetes Connection: “Fill Your Plate.” If you missed us Feb. 26 at the Martin County Health Department, you missed a great time. Want to learn how to cook healthier meals? Not sure what your plate should look like for balanced blood
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Martin County JAG KY students advance to nationals; quartet captures fourth straight state title
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT LEXINGTON — In a ballroom filled with buzzers, business plans and polished speeches, a delegation from Martin County found itself center stage. Eleven students from Martin County High School competed Feb. 24-25 at the Jobs for America’s Graduates Kentucky Career Development Conference in Lexington, with eight advancing to next month’s national competition.
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In the fight against cancer, time is the deciding factor
BY ANNIE HOLLER MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Every 30 seconds, someone in the United States hears the words no patient wants to hear: You have cancer. It remains the nation’s second leading cause of death, behind heart disease. Nearly 40.5% of Americans will receive a cancer diagnosis at some point in their lives, according to
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Innovation on display at Warfield Elementary Science Fair
WARFIELD — Warfield Elementary School celebrated its fourth-grade scientists at the 2026 WES Science Fair, recognizing winners and participants for their hard work, creativity and dedication to the scientific process. The gymnasium was transformed into rows of colorful tri-fold boards as students presented projects covering chemistry, physics, biology, engineering and animal behavior. Staff and judges
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Kentucky Cowgirls bring music to birthday celebration
INEZ — Boots, blue jeans and country harmonies took center stage at Martin County Health Care Facility as the Kentucky Cowgirls performed during the residents’ monthly birthday party. The group sang and entertained residents with lively country favorites, turning the celebration into an afternoon of music and movement. Resident Judy Ward dances and performs with
