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A first buck, a long chase and a birthday gift
Three Martin County hunters made their mark over the weekend with notable harvests. Camron Bowen took his first deer Thursday, bypassing the familiar rite of a small first buck and instead claiming a nine-pointer. He hunted in Lawrence County. Elijah Collins added to the tally, dropping a strong buck during his weekend hunt in Lawrence
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Healthy Happenings: World Diabetes Day
BY DOROTHY DILLON On Nov. 14, our team at the Martin County Health Department proudly wore blue to recognize World Diabetes Day and raise awareness about diabetes in our community. We also want to give a big thank-you to our community partners who joined us in wearing blue and showing their support. Your involvement helps
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Veterans Day tribute honors Griffen
INEZ — Martin County Health Care Facility paid special tribute to Harrison Griffen Jr. in honor of Veterans Day, recognizing his service and sacrifice. God bless Harrison and God bless America.
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Inez Elementary recognizes Students and Staff of the Month
INEZ — Principal Amanda Fields, along with the dedicated teachers and staff of Inez Elementary School, recently recognized the October 2025 Students and Staff of the Month for their outstanding achievements. Each month, IES honors students who demonstrate excellence and staff members who go above and beyond to support learning and school spirit. The following
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Students take center stage at Board of Education
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Martin County Board of Education celebrated student achievement both in and out of the classroom during its meeting Monday at the central office. ‘Medal of Honor’ Martin County Middle School (MCMS) “Congressional Medal of Honor Character Development Program” medal recipients Martha Maynard, Zoe Sammons and Zandra Sammons
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Advanced art students ‘Paint the Plow’
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — A splash of color and creativity now brightens Kentucky’s winter roadways, thanks to Martin County High School’s advanced art class. Under the direction of art teacher Elizabeth Traylor, the students transformed a 12-foot-by-4-foot snowplow blade into a striking mural for the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet’s “Paint the Plow” program. This initiative
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Operation Christmas Child collection week Nov. 17-24
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Volunteers are preparing to collect Operation Christmas Child shoebox gifts during National Collection Week, Nov. 17 – 24. Nearly 5,000 drop-off locations will open across the country in November, including First Baptist Church in Inez and others in the region. For Inez First Baptist, this will be the
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Healthy Happenings: Food manager certification class at health department
BY DOROTHY DILLON The Martin County Health Department will host a food manager certification class. The event is set for Nov. 19 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at 136 Rockcastle Road in Inez. We invite all local restaurant owners, food service workers, and anyone involved in preparing or serving food to the public. This
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Warfield plans jolly ‘Visit With Santa’
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN WARFIELD — Santa Claus is making an early stop in Warfield this year, and he’s bringing Mrs. Claus, Christmas carolers and lots of holiday cheer. The City of Warfield’s annual “Visit With Santa” will sparkle with a few exciting changes: a new date, new location, and a new partnership between
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‘Paint Martin County Blue’ for Diabetes Awareness
BY DOROTHY DILLON November is National Diabetes Awareness Month and the Martin County Health Department invites everyone to join in raising awareness by participating in “Paint Martin County Blue” on Nov. 14 in recognition of World Diabetes Day. Businesses, schools and organizations across Martin County are encouraged to: Wear blue, light up buildings or storefronts
