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Morehead State announces scholarship for nontraditional biology majors
The Morehead State University Foundation has created the Surmont Family Biology Scholarship, a new fund to help MSU students pursuing a degree in biology. This endowment was made possible through a generous gift from Joe and Sherry Surmont (Class of 2015, 2018). The couple founded the scholarship to honor Joe’s parents, Al (Class of 1980, 1990) and Helen Surmont, for
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Diabetes Connection 2026 to focus on benefits of physical activity
BY LAKEAN MEADE The Martin County Health Department, in partnership with Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH) and Aetna Better Health of Kentucky, will host Diabetes Connection 2026 on April 30 at 10 a.m. at the Martin County Health Department located at 136 Rockcastle Road in Inez. This free educational session will focus on the benefits of
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VANISHED: Five years later family still waits for answers
BY ANNIE HOLLER MOUNTAIN CITIZEN RANSOM — When the Belfry High School Class of 2021 crossed the stage to receive their diplomas, one proud father was missing. Later that year, when football standout Isaac Dixon took the field as a freshman at the University of Kentucky, his father’s cheers lived on only in memory. Five
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Auto Selective Service registration set to begin by December 2026
BY ANNIE HOLLER MOUNTAIN CITIZEN Federal law has required most U.S. men to register with the Selective Service System when they turn 18 for more than four decades. By the end of this year, however, the federal government is expected to begin handling that process automatically. A provision in the fiscal year 2026 National Defense
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Martin County BOE honors Spelling Bee winners, Yale-bound senior
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — The Martin County Board of Education honored the school district’s top five Spelling Bee students and a Martin County High School senior bound for Yale University ahead of its regular meeting Monday. “It’s always one of our favorites to recognize students who have achieved in some particular form or fashion,”
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Martin County Soil and Water Conservation honors students at Art & Writing Contest Banquet
INEZ — The Martin County Soil and Water Conservation District recognized students from across the county April 7 during its annual Art & Writing Contest Banquet, honoring participation and top entries in this year’s competition. Students from local elementary, middle and high schools attended the banquet at the Martin County Cooperative Extension Services office, where
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Residents enjoy friendly competition at Martin County Health Care Facility
INEZ — There was no shortage of laughter or friendly rivalry at Martin County Health Care Facility as residents gathered for an afternoon of table games and fellowship. From Connect Four to beanbag toss and tic-tac-toe, the games offered a fun way for residents to stay engaged and enjoy one another’s company.
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Inez Elementary honors Students & Staff of the Month
INEZ — Inez Elementary School is celebrating a new group of standout students and staff members after recently announcing its Students & Staff of the Month. Principal Amanda Fields, teachers and staff recognized students from each grade level and several special areas for their accomplishments, leadership and positive example at school. The school also named
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Extension office to host swarm trap workshop for aspiring beekeepers
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — Martin County residents interested in beekeeping will have a chance to build their own swarm traps as the Martin County Cooperative Extension Service teams up with the Martin County Beekeepers Association for a hands-on workshop in Inez. The “Swarm Trap Building” program is on the schedule for Friday, April 24,
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Martin Circuit Clerk marks Donate Life Month, urges residents to register
INEZ — Martin Circuit Clerk Denise Gauze is recognizing National Donate Life Month in April, joining a nationwide effort to raise awareness of organ, eye and tissue donation and encouraging Kentuckians to register as donors. Gauze said more than 100,000 children and adults across the United States are waiting for lifesaving transplants. “Behind each number
