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National Blood Donor Month underway at Kentucky Blood Center
Donors will receive ‘Drop It Like It’s Hot’ sweatshirt In recognition of those who regularly roll up their sleeves to save lives, Kentucky Blood Center and blood banks across the country are celebrating National Blood Donor Month in January. KBC is taking part in the celebration with a limited-edition “Drop It Like It’s Hot” crew…
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Tips to avoid hypothermia and carbon monoxide poisoning
BY MELISSA PATRICK KENTUCKY HEALTH NEWS As Kentucky faces its first major winter storm of the season, it’s important to think about how to protect yourself and your loved ones from hypothermia and carbon monoxide poisoning. Hypothermia happens when your body loses heat faster than it can produce heat, causing a dangerously low body temperature.…
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Early Learning Bus brings cheer to Collier Center
The Martin County Early Learning Bus students made a special stop Dec. 13 at the Collier Community Center, where Mrs. Kayla Jude hosted an amazing Christmas party. The celebration included a great story, delicious snacks and fun songs. A big thank you goes out to everyone who helped with this fun day.
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Christmas program delights MCHCF residents
Hope Puppeteers & Trinity Freewill Baptist brought a wonderful Christmas program to Martin County Health Care Facility residents on Dec. 23. (Submitted photos)
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Send holiday wishes to Kentucky fishes
Christmas tree program creates fish habitat after the holiday season Make the new year a happy one for Kentucky’s fish by donating natural Christmas trees to the Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources “Christmas for the Fishes” tree recycling program. This annual program uses evergreens donated after the holiday season to create underwater habitats that…
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Seven men celebrate life-changing GED achievement at ARC’s Crown Recovery Center
Submitted Article SPRINGFIELD — Seven men from Addiction Recovery Care’s (ARC) Crown Recovery Center in Springfield celebrated earning their GEDs in a powerful moment of triumph and transformation Dec. 14. Their achievement marked more than an academic milestone—it symbolized their courage, determination, and commitment to building a brighter future after overcoming addiction. For these individuals,…
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Appalachian filmmaker brings opioid crisis drama ‘Hazard’ to theaters this month
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT Eddie Mensore, an Appalachian-born filmmaker, unveils his latest drama, “Hazard,” a searing exploration of addiction and resilience set against the backdrop of a mining town gripped by the opioid crisis. The film, featuring a talented cast that includes Sosie Bacon, Alex Roe, Dave Davis, Steven Ogg, and West Virginia native Kevin Sizemore,…
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Martin County Sheriff’s Office spreads joy with Angel Tree Program
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — In a season where the smallest acts of kindness matter, being the link between generosity and joy might be the most important role of all. Every December, the Martin County Sheriff’s Office becomes a hub of holiday spirit, linking the local Social Services office with the public for…
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Inez Elementary Leadership Club brings gifts and good cheer
The Inez Elementary Leadership Club paid a heartwarming visit to the residents of the Martin County Health Care Facility bearing gifts and good cheer. MCHCF deeply appreciates the students’ kindness and thanks them for making the season brighter for the residents.
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Warfield Elementary hosts annual science fair
Warfield Elementary School hosted its annual science fair this week exhibiting the hard work and creativity of its fourth and fifth grade students. Projects covered a range of scientific disciplines with top prizes awarded in Physical Science, Earth Science and Life Science categories. Fourth grader Harper Lawson claimed the overall prize, impressing judges with a…
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