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Scratch-made peanut butter fudge sweetens day
INEZ — Residents at Martin County Health Care Facility celebrated National Fudge Day with homemade peanut butter fudge made from scratch. Staff said activities like making fudge help create a home-like atmosphere for residents and provide opportunities to enjoy familiar traditions, favorite foods and time together. The sweet treat was a hit as residents gathered…
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Community support helps Kiwanis Club send three seniors to college
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — A sold-out Hillbilly Breakfast and strong community support translated into more opportunities for Martin County graduates this year. Because of the event’s success in May, the Kiwanis Club awarded three $1,000 scholarships instead of its usual two, helping Martin County High School graduating seniors Maleah Jarrell, Hallee Robinson…
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Warfield author publishes Appalachian horror stories
BY ANNIE HOLLER MOUNTAIN CITIZEN WARFIELD — The stories were never meant for books. They were told on front porches after dark, around campfires in the mountains and in living rooms where children listened wide-eyed as older relatives spoke of strange creatures, unexplained sounds and things that lurked beyond the edge of the light. For…
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Creative hands at Martin County Health Care Facility
Residents at Martin County Health Care Facility put their creativity on display this week, painting decorative vases and arranging colorful flowers during arts and crafts activities. The hands-on project allowed participants to express themselves artistically while enjoying fellowship and fun.
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Record crowd reels in fun at Bob Wellman Memorial Fishing Tournament
BY ANNIE HOLLER MOUNTAIN CITIZEN LENORE, W.Va. — A record crowd of more than 120 anglers cast their lines at Laurel Lake Park on Saturday for the sixth annual Bob Wellman Memorial Fishing Tournament. Fishing enthusiasts of all ages competed for prizes, bragging rights and the biggest catch of the day during the popular community…
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Conservation district encourages farmers to seek state cost share funding
INEZ — Local farmers have until Oct. 31 to apply for a state cost share program that helps pay for conservation projects designed to improve water quality and reduce soil erosion. The Martin County Conservation District announced this week that it is accepting requests for funding through the Kentucky Soil Erosion and Water Quality Cost…
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Facing Hunger Foodbank mobile pantry schedule update
Facing Hunger Foodbank has announced mobile pantry distribution dates for the remainder of June in Kentucky and West Virginia. The mobile pantry will stop at the Greenup County Fairgrounds, 1538 E. Main St., Greenup, on June 17 from 11 a.m. to noon. The next distribution will be June 19 in Lawrence County at Walnut Grove…
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You Matter Appalachia interns focus on professional development
BY DOROTHY DILLON The You Matter Appalachia Internship Program continued this week with a focus on professional development, leadership, and workplace readiness. Interns participated in a series of workshops led by Pam Lloyd, who shared valuable insights on the importance of soft skills and professional presence in today’s workforce. Throughout the day, students learned how…
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Tug Valley grads urged to dream big
BY ANNIE HOLLER MOUNTAIN CITIZEN NAUGATUCK, W.Va. — Seventy-five Tug Valley High School seniors crossed the commencement stage June 6, closing one chapter of their lives and beginning another as family members, friends and educators celebrated the Class of 2026. The ceremony featured messages centered on opportunity, gratitude and perseverance from class valedictorian Chase Grubb,…
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Kermit invites community to Fourth of July fireworks
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT KERMIT, W.Va. — The Town of Kermit will celebrate Independence Day with fireworks and family fun July 4 at Kermit Park. Mayor Charles Sparks announced that vendors may begin setting up at 5 p.m. The town will provide free watermelon for attendees throughout the evening. As night falls, fireworks will light up…
