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Perseverance and determination: The Freeland Adams story
BY JENNIFER LITTLE PRESTONSBURG — Growing up in remote rural Appalachia, Freeland Adams was raised in his grandparents’ old mining home with no running water. He helped his mother with his younger siblings, but having the necessities for school, such as clothes and supplies, was not a privilege. Despite the hardships at home, Adams was
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Tomahawk concert attracts folks from all over
Webb shop to host Stidham Old Time Music Gathering July 28 and 29 BY BUGS DIXON MOUNTAIN CITIZEN TOMAHAWK — This past Sunday at James Webb Musical Repair & Sales in Tomahawk, Phill Barnett and Tob Branham of Lawrence County played an acoustic concert that was followed by an open jam. Tob Branham, with his
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John and Judy Taylor celebrate 50th anniversary
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT DELBARTON, W.Va. — Longtime Martin County, Kentucky, residents John and Judy Taylor recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary at the Carewood Center in Delbarton, West Virginia. They were married June 30, 1973, when Judy was only 17 and John was 18. The couple met when she was working as a car hop at
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Martin County Senior Citizens Center receives $9,557 grant for infrastructure upgrade from Kentucky Colonels Good Works Program
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — The Martin County Senior Citizens Center has received a substantial financial boost for their infrastructure, thanks to a generous grant from the Kentucky Colonels Good Works Program. The center was awarded $9,557 to use toward the purchase and installation of a Generac generator for their facility. This significant upgrade will
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Haven of Rest donates to MCHCF
INEZ — Martin County Health Care Facility residents were blessed last week with an abundant supply of donated personal items from Wendi, Angie and Debe at Haven of Rest. The residents and staff shoutout a big thank you. “Thank you for always bringing a blessing to our residents. We are grateful.”
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Presley graduates from EKU
RICHMOND — Lovely resident Gracie Lenee Presley was among graduates recognized by Eastern Kentucky University during Spring 2023 commencement ceremonies May 12. The ceremonies took place at Baptist Health Arena at Alumni Coliseum. Presley majored in psychology. “Graduates of EKU power the workforce of the Commonwealth,” said EKU President David McFaddin. “We are proud to
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Six Martin County residents make honors lists at EKU
RICHMOND — Six Martin County residents made the dean’s list at Eastern Kentucky University for Spring 2023, while three students received the president’s award. Abbie Grace Clark of Inez, Bobby E. Hale of Pilgrim, Lindsy Marcum of Inez, Gracie Lenee Presley of Lovely, Sabrina Nicole Sites of Tomahawk and Anthony Thomas Spence of Beauty achieved dean’s
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King’s Daughters Auxiliary and Health Foundation award nearly $382,000 in projects
Volunteers at UK King’s Daughters in Ashland are some of the most irreplaceable team members. Their desire to make a difference in the community is reflected in the time they generously donate to the organization. Volunteers also significantly impact the care provided to patients and families. The volunteers, through the King’s Daughters Auxiliary, sponsor several
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Addiction Recovery Care and The Healing Place to host Reach for Recovery Conference
Two-day event in Louisville will bring together organizations and individuals working to address the addiction crisis Addiction treatment, prevention and recovery professionals across the Commonwealth and the U.S. will gather in Louisville Sept. 26-27 for the Reach for Recovery Conference. The event, presented by Addiction Recovery Care and The Healing Place, will include presentations and
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Country Music Highway Tribute Show lineup announced
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT PAINTSVILLE — The first stop of the Country Music Highway Tribute Show, presented by Double Kwik, will rock the streets of downtown Paintsville on Saturday, July 29. This celebration of country music’s rich heritage is entirely free and will include food trucks, arts and crafts vendors, and other concessions. A complimentary shuttle service
