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West Virginia Hot Dog Festival returns to Huntington June 6
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. — The 22nd Annual West Virginia Hot Dog Festival will return to downtown Huntington on June 6, bringing together some of the region’s best-known hot dog vendors for a daylong celebration benefiting Hoops Family Children’s Hospital. The festival will run from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Pullman Square and along several blocks…
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Health department nurse warns about alpha-gal syndrome
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — A bite from a lone star tick can do more than leave an itchy mark. It can trigger a serious allergy that makes red meat, dairy and even some processed foods dangerous. Registered nurse Lakean Meade of the Martin County Health Department spoke recently to Kiwanis Club members…
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Head Start and Early Learning Bus students debut artwork
INEZ — Martin County Head Start and Early Learning Bus students opened their first art show April 17, transforming the Inez Freewill Baptist Community Building into a gallery of student work. Tables and display areas filled with colorful paintings, abstract designs and personalized canvases created by preschool students, arranged in a gallery-style setting for families…
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CAP announces scholarship opportunities
The Big Sandy Area Community Action Program is offering scholarship opportunities for eligible residents in the Big Sandy region through its Community Services Block Grant program. The agency will award two types of scholarships. The CSBG Scholarship provides a one-time award of $500 to 10 individuals. The Eula Hall Community Advocate Scholarship offers a one-time…
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Sweet moments
Cindy, a resident at Martin County Health Care Facility, helps prepare for National Nursing Home Week by stuffing a Candyland-themed piñata. Staff says she is a valued part of the community and a great asset to the activities department. “Thank you, Cindy, for all your help in making us the best.” (Submitted photo)
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Morehead State sets May 9 commencement ceremonies
MOREHEAD — Morehead State University will hold its spring 2026 commencement ceremonies May 9 with two programs scheduled in the Academic-Athletic Center. The first ceremony begins at 10 a.m. and will recognize graduates from the Ernst & Sara Lane Volgenau College of Education and the College of Science and Engineering. The second ceremony is set…
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Happy Nurses Week
BY DOROTHY DILLON This week, the Martin County Health Department is celebrating the incredible nurses who serve our community with compassion, dedication and heart every single day. A special shoutout to our amazing team: Penny Dye, Jennifer Jude, Lakean Meade, Olivia Lafferty and Breanna Greer. Thank you for all that you do for Martin County.…
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Hidden treasures of the hills
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Each spring, the woods of Martin County reveal treasures easy to miss unless one looks closely. From the uncommon yellow lady slipper to prized American ginseng and goldenseal, these native plants rise quietly beneath the hardwoods, reminders that some of Appalachia’s richest beauty blooms in the shade. Long…
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Warfield kindergarteners steal show at Fiscal Court
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — A field trip to the Martin County Fiscal Court turned into a memorable honor for Warfield kindergarten students April 17. They led the Pledge of Allegiance, received a county proclamation and earned a standing ovation from those in attendance. During the special meeting Martin County Judge/Executive Lon Lafferty…
