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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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Top readers win bicycles in Summer Reading program
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — The Martin County Public Library has announced the winners of its Summer Reading program: Madison Sullivan, Drake Evans, Alison Lindsay and Levi Lindsay. The top readers in each age group received bicycles donated by Tommy’s Auto Sales of Inez. For younger children, the winners were chosen based on the number…
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Community gathers for Sleigh Cancer event in Inez
BY KYLE CREAMER MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Martin County community gave a warm welcome to Mr. and Mrs. Claus (Matthew and Angela Ross Ising) and their Sleigh Cancer fundraiser and candlelight vigil Friday evening in Inez. The event by Give Like Santa featured live music, prize raffles and pictures with Santa in his sleigh.…
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Kentucky town’s decade of revival topped by $50,000 grant for pocket park
BY JENNI GLENDENNING INSTITUTE FOR RURAL JOURNALISM UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY PINEVILLE, Ky. — Tears rolled down Kitty Dougoud’s face in Pineville Thursday as the Bell County seat celebrated a milestone in a decade-long journey marked by resilience and community spirit: a $50,000 grant to enhance the pocket park in its redeveloped downtown. “You look at…
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Vanovers celebrate diamond wedding anniversary
LOVELY — The date July 3, 2024, marks six decades of love for William and Daisy Vanover of Lovely. It is a milestone that shines as brightly as the diamond that symbolizes the 60th wedding anniversary. Much like a diamond, their years together reflect a journey of resilience and beauty. A diamond, formed under pressure, emerges as…
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GED graduation ceremony unites Martin and Lawrence counties
BY KYLE CREAMER MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — In a momentous gathering, adult education programs from Martin and Lawrence counties joined forces to celebrate the GED graduating class of 2024. The event, hosted June 19 at the Collier Center in Inez, marked the achievements of 44 graduates. The two counties worked together as a community to…
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Martin County senior citizens shine at Big Sandy Senior Games
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT PRESTONSBURG — Martin County senior citizens brought home an impressive array of medals from the 37th annual Big Sandy Senior Games. The seniors competed on dates in May and June and then received their medals at a banquet at Jenny Wiley on June 12. Competing against peers from Floyd, Pike, Johnson and…
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