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Eden Elementary wins District Governor’s Cup title
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Eden Elementary School claimed the championship in the 2026 District 116 Governor’s Cup Academic Competition that wrapped up Sunday at Inez Elementary School. Eden finished first in the final standings with 52.5 points. Porter Elementary earned second place with 32 points. Inez Elementary followed with 18.5 points, while…
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School board recognizes Eden teams for achievements
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Martin County Board of Education’s spotlight was on Eden Elementary’s Junior Future Problem Solving team and Sixth Grade Academic team for recent achievements. Superintendent Larry James praised the students and their coaches Monday before the BOE meeting at the district’s central office. Eden’s Junior FPS team placed…
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School board honors FRYSC coordinators during Appreciation Month
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — February is Family Resource and Youth Services Centers (FRYSC) Appreciation Month, honoring the work of coordinators who help remove non-academic barriers to student success. FRYSC programs support students and families through services such as basic needs assistance, community referrals, family engagement programs and resources that help children stay…
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Bubblegum Day brings burst of fun to Martin County Health Care Facility
INEZ — National Bubblegum Day brought a burst of fun to the Martin County Health Care Facility on Feb. 6 as residents and staff joined in a lighthearted bubble-blowing contest. Participants showed off their bubblegum skills, competing to see who could blow the biggest bubble. Laughter filled the room as bubbles popped and friendly bragging…
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Healthy Happenings: Join the Diabetes Connection Support Group Feb. 26
BY LAKEAN MEADE We are excited to partner with Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH) to host their Diabetes Connection Support Group. Join us Feb. 26 at 10 a.m. for a hands-on Nutrition Demonstration where you will actively participate, ask questions and learn simple, practical nutrition tips to support everyday diabetes management. Giveaway Alert: Everyone who attends—in…
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Feeling the winter blues? Light may be the best medicine
BY LINDSEY FEY and JOSEPH REY-BARREAU UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY As the days get shorter and the sunlight fades, many people notice a change in their energy and mood. Seasonal affective disorder (SAD), often called seasonal depression or the “winter blues,” is a type of depression that typically occurs during the fall and winter months when…
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Free will-writing clinic March 9 in Inez
Area residents will have an opportunity to prepare a legal will at no cost during a Last Will & Testament Free Clinic scheduled for Monday, March 9, at the Martin County Extension Office. The clinic will run from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the extension office at 9 Holy Street in Inez, and is…
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Weather postpones Feb. 3 ‘Share Your Voice’ meeting; Feb. 10 Pigeon Roost session still on
Due to inclement weather, the “Share Your Voice” community meeting originally scheduled for Feb. 3 has been postponed to Tuesday, Feb. 17, at the Collier Center in Inez. Organizers emphasized that the second planned meeting will still take place as scheduled Tuesday, Feb. 10 at the Pigeon Roost Community Center. With support from the University…
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Purse Bonanza returns to Inez with 10 authentic designer purses
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — Purse Bonanza returns to Inez on Saturday, Feb. 7 with 10 authentic designer purses along with bonus prizes, gift cards and additional giveaways. The event will begin at 6 p.m. at the Martin County Public Library gym. Prizes include purses from well-known brands such as Michael Kors, Kate Spade and…
