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Five Martin County students graduated from youth programs this summer
SOMERSET — Five students from Martin County graduated from The Center for Rural Development’s Rogers Scholars, Rogers Explorers and ELI programs this summer. Rogers Scholars Ashdon Kerr, a Martin County High School student, graduated from the 25th annual Rogers Scholars youth leadership program. She is the daughter of James and Amy Kerr of Inez. Rogers…
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Carmel Cline fights addiction in Martin County
September is National Recovery Month “I’m one of 23 million people who are living in long-term recovery. It’s been 22 years for me.” –Carmel Cline BY PHILL BARNETTMOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — September is National Recovery Month, meant to celebrate and raise awareness for mental health and addiction recovery. Carmel Cline spoke to the Kiwanis Club…
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SOAR creates student relief fund
In the coming weeks and months, students in flood-ravaged communities in Eastern Kentucky will face significant challenges as they return to the classroom. Once immediate crisis and cleanup needs are met, important secondary gaps will arise that will impact a student’s ability to succeed in the classroom. To help overcome these barriers, SOAR (Shaping Our…
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Hundreds served in July; next food distribution Aug. 31
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT PILGRIM — The rain didn’t stop Wolf Creek Community Church and Facing Hunger Foodbank from distributing food to hundreds of families July 27 at the Pigeon Roost Community Center. The two organizations, with the help of WCCC’s fearless youth group and community volunteers, helped 362 families to receive fresh eggs, potatoes, vegetables, fruit, three…
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It’s not too late to register
PRESTONSBURG — It’s not too late to register for college this fall. Big Sandy Community & Technical College offers another great semester beginning Sept. 12. During this twelve-week semester, students can enroll in many core courses needed for their specific degrees. Astronomy, biology, computer science, communications, psychology and math are foundational to many degrees for…
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Disease affecting cattle detected in Kentucky; tick previously detected in Martin and other counties
FRANKFORT — Two cases of a new, potentially dangerous disease of cattle has been detected in Kentucky, according to Kentucky State Veterinarian Dr. Katie Flynn. Theileria orientalis Ikedia, which is a protozoon known to be carried by the Asian Longhorned tick, has been diagnosed in two beef herds, one in Fleming County and the second…
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A different walk of life
Mary, Lisa, and Kevin participated in the summer dash with their message about recovery and love. (Citizen photo by Brittni McCoy) BY BRITTNI MCCOYMOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — When the extension office and partners hosted a 2-mile summer dash Friday, they aimed to get people moving for their mental and physical well-being. What they didn’t realize…
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American Idol winner to perform at the Kentucky State Fair
Noah Thompson will open for John Michael Montgomery and Walker Montgomery The Kentucky State fair announced American Idol winner Noah Thompson of Louisa is joining the lineup of the Texas Roadhouse Concert Series. He will perform Wednesday, Aug. 24, opening for fellow Kentuckians John Michael Montgomery and Walker Montgomery. Thompson was introduced to music at…
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BOE shines spotlight on FCCLA
BY ROGER SMITHMOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County Board of Education shined their spotlight on Martin County High School FCCLA advisor Connie Harless and students during Monday night’s meeting. Harless was on hand to accept certificates and share students’ experiences at the 2022 FCCLA (Family, Career and Community Leaders of America) National Leadership Conference June…
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