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Men’s Health Month a reminder to schedule preventive screenings
BY MELISSA PATRICK KY HEALTH NEWS Men’s Health Month in June is a reminder for men to think about their health and consider making some screening appointments that could lengthen, or even save, their lives. Why is it so important for men to take care of themselves? For one thing, on average in the United…
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Hillbilly Breakfast brews bright futures: Scholarships awarded to Martin County stars
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Kiwanis Club’s Hillbilly Breakfast fundraiser yielded significant dividends Thursday, awarding scholarships to two outstanding graduates from Martin County High School: Lena Hale and Addison Duncan. The young scholars were honored guests at the Kiwanis luncheon held at Masterpiece Kitchen & Café, where each was presented with a…
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Army Corps of Engineers waives day use fees June 16 and 19
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will waive day use fees at its more than 2,850 USACE-operated recreation areas nationwide in observance of the USACE birthday on June 16 and Juneteenth National Independence Day on June 19. The waiver covers fees for boat launch ramps and swimming beaches. The waiver does not apply to camping…
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Organizers call on community to support back-to-school bash
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — The Martin County Ministerial Association and Martin County Family Resource and Youth Service Centers have officially announced that their annual back-to-school bash will be held Aug. 1 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. This year’s event will take place at the Inez Freewill Baptist gymnasium located next to the Martin…
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Alley Way Benefits seeks pledges for fundraiser to aid local families
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Alley Way Benefits, a community organization, is once again rallying support for families in need. Founder Ricky Alley announced his commitment to volunteer at a car wash and bake sale this Saturday at Advance Auto in Inez with the goal of raising funds. Alley is seeking sponsors to…
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Tri-State area McDonald’s restaurants hiring 530 employees
Opportunities for high school students, senior citizens and moms As the Tri-State region enters the summer months, locally owned and operated McDonald’s restaurants are looking to hire more than 530 new employees, according to a McDonald’s press release. McDonald’s announced that they provide on-the-job training, schedule flexibility, a fun work environment and a host of…
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24th Judicial District celebrates drug court graduates
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The 24th Judicial District Specialty Court congratulated and gifted eight drug court graduates May 28 in the courtroom in Inez. Judges, specialty court staff, family, friends and supporters were on hand for what Judge John T. Chafin says is his “most favorite” part of the job. “This distinguished…
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Four Martin County residents named to UK dean’s list
LEXINGTON — Four students from Martin County earned a spot on the dean’s list at the University of Kentucky for the spring 2024 semester. The students, Chloe L. Alexander, Jenna E. Cassady, Chloe I. Fields and Dalton A. Jude, distinguished themselves academically in various fields of study. Alexander is studying psychology, Cassady is focusing on…
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SCHS Class of ‘76 celebrates 48 years and Medicare milestone
INEZ — The Sheldon Clark High School Class of 1976 entered the brand-new high school as freshmen in 1972 and 166 graduated May 28 that bicentennial year. The merging of two high schools—Inez and Warfield—required adjustments, but soon new friendships were formed and four years of being together turned into a lifelong connection. On Saturday,…
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Goble awarded Stanley and Karen Pigman Scholarship
LEXINGTON — Bradley Goble of Martin County High School has been awarded the prestigious Stanley and Karen Pigman Scholarship and enrollment in the Pigman Scholars Program at the University of Kentucky Pigman College of Engineering for the 2024-2025 school year. Goble will receive financial support as he works toward his degree in engineering. He will…