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Leadership Kentucky announces 2024 BRIGHT Kentucky Class
FRANKFORT — Leadership Kentucky announced members of the BRIGHT Kentucky Class of 2024. This year’s class includes 35 participants from 20 ARC counties representing a variety of public and private sectors, including two from Martin County: Corey Cassell of Thrive Community Coalition and Dorothy Johnson of the Martin County Health Department. BRIGHT Kentucky consists of…
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Stidham Old Time Music Gathering set for July 26-28 in Tomahawk
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT TOMAHAWK — Mark your calendars for an unforgettable musical experience! The Stidham Old Time Music Gathering will take place from July 26-28 at James E. Webb Musical Repair & Sales in Tomahawk. This year’s event promises an impressive lineup of performers, including 5-string Kentucky banjo specialist John Haywood, Leo Shannon, Karly Dawn…
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Martin County Extension: Rooted in Education
June marked National Pollinator Month, a time to recognize the vital role pollinators play in our ecosystems and agriculture. From bees to butterflies, these tiny creatures ensure the pollination of plants that sustain our food supply and natural habitats. In urban areas where natural habitats are limited, human-planted pollinator gardens are crucial. These gardens provide…
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Skaggs, Thompson, Cordle headline this weekend in Louisa
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT The second stop of the 2024 Country Music Highway Tribute Show unfolds Friday and Saturday in downtown Louisa with live performances, local food, arts and crafts, and more. The legendary Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky Thunder, hometown hero Noah Thompson, and Grammy award-winning singer-songwriter Larry Cordle headline the event organized by SOAR (Shaping…
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Independence Day
Martin County Health Care Facility staff and residents had a blast celebrating Independence Day.
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Clay and Verlie Moore Memorial Meeting set for July 14
The Clay and Verlie Moore Memorial Meeting starts at 10:30 a.m. Sunday at 23 Clay Moore Road. Everyone is invited to dinner on the ground.
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East KY Science Center & Varia Planetarium concludes the first month of summer science camps
PRESTONSBURG — The East KY Science Center & Varia Planetarium has successfully wrapped up the first month of its summer science camps, themed “Exploring the Universe.” Running through the end of July, these camps feature different grade ranges each week, covering topics such as black holes, the solar system, moons, astronauts, space suits, stars and…
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Midway University, KCTCS sign student transfer agreement
MIDWAY — A new agreement between Midway University and the Kentucky Community and Technical College System will help more KCTCS transfer students continue their education through a seamless and supportive transition to Midway University. The partnership was announced yesterday during a signing ceremony at the university. The agreement ensures that both institutions will work together…
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BSCTC Adult Education celebrates 118 graduates
PRESTONSBURG — The Adult Education Program at Big Sandy Community and Technical College (BSCTC) celebrated the graduation of 118 students for the 2023-2024 academic year in a ceremony held at the Gearheart Auditorium on the Prestonsburg Campus. The event, attended by approximately 200 family members and friends, featured guest speaker Matthew Michalovic, Assistant County Attorney…
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Colby Kirk elected to SKED board
SOMERSET — Colby Kirk, president and CEO of One East Kentucky, has been appointed to the Southeast Kentucky Economic Development Corporation’s (SKED) General Membership board. The Martin County native was nominated and elected by the SKED board of directors during its May 2024 meeting. “I’m honored to have this opportunity to serve alongside other Eastern…
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