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Fletcher wins first place in regional science fair
McKenna Fletcher, a fourth-grade student from Warfield Elementary School, took home first place in Biomedical and Behavioral Science at the Big Sandy Regional Science Fair held Saturday in Prestonsburg. This is the first time ever for Warfield Elementary School.
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CAP Garden Seed voucher program begins April 1
The Big Sandy Area Community Action Program (BSACAP) has announced the return of its annual Garden Seed Program. Starting April 1, residents can apply for $50 vouchers to build their own food-bearing gardens. The sign-ups will run through April 5 or until the allocated funds are fully utilized, following a first-come, first-served principle. The program…
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Martin County boys invited to Team Kentucky
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County Middle School wrestlers Parker Maynard and the Jewell brothers, Cole and Brody, have done everything together—from squirrel hunting and riding 4-wheelers to baseball, football and wrestling. This year, the trio will be part of the 20-member Team Kentucky traveling March 27 to the Heartland USA Duals…
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Inez announces Staff of the Month
Inez Elementary School’s Staff of the Month award goes to staff who attended the UFLI training in Morehead in February. These teachers are incorporating UFLI in their daily instruction: Kindergarten – Becky Cain and Sara Moore First grade – Robynn Haney and Krista Wheeler Second grade – Della Preston & Rita Mills Third grade –…
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Inez Elementary announces Students of the Month
INEZ — Principal Amanda Fields, teachers and staff recently announced the February 2024 Students of the Month at Inez Elementary School. Star students are listed below: Madilyn Adkins, Kindergarten, Mrs. Becky Cain. Raegan Duty, Kindergarten, Mrs. Sara Moore. Braxton Slone, First Grade, Ms. Robynn Haney. Greyson Wells, First Grade, Ms. Krista Wheeler. Maci Oaks, Second…
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Flu shots limit infection rates, which are still elevated in Kentucky
BY MELISSA PATRICK KENTUCKY HEALTH NEWS The Kentucky Department for Public Health still considers hospitalizations for respiratory illnesses high and says flu activity remains elevated. Health officials say the best way to protect yourself from these viruses is to stay up to date with your vaccines. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that…
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State’s health chief urges parents to get kids vaccinated against measles
BY MELISSA PATRICK KENTUCKY HEALTH NEWS A highly contagious childhood disease that was declared eliminated in the United States in the year 2000 is making a comeback, largely driven by a declining vaccination rate in the country. “Unfortunately, as the measles vaccination rate has decreased, it’s just one of those things where folks are opting…
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Martin County Middle School students excel in JAG KY Regional CDC
WARFIELD — Martin County Middle School students excelled in the JAG KY Regional Career Development Conference. Audrey Vanover won first place in Career Placement. Hope Caldwell took first place in the Essay Contest. Maddy Goble finished as runner-up in Prepared Speaking. In Creative Decision Making, Audrey Vanover, Ally McGinnis, Hope Caldwell and Annaleigh Davis finished…
