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UPIKE honors graduates
PIKEVILLE — More than 550 students from the University of Pikeville (UPIKE) marked a significant milestone as they were awarded their degrees during the spring commencement ceremonies Saturday, May 10 at the Appalachian Wireless Arena. The event celebrated graduates across UPIKE’s undergraduate, graduate and health professions programs. This year marked the 25th commencement for the
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BSCTC celebrates Going Pro Day
PRESTONSBURG — Big Sandy Community & Technical College celebrated as students signed job offers with local employers during the annual Going Pro Day. The career-signing event recognizes students entering the workforce directly after graduation. The event highlighted the college’s strong partnerships with regional industries and the outstanding achievements of its graduates. From healthcare and technology
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MSU takes third place at Midwest Model European Union
Morehead State University students recently took third place at the 31st annual Midwest Model European Union simulation, held at Indiana University in Bloomington this spring. This is MSU’s best-ever overall performance at the Midwest Model EU. Midwest Model EU allows students to simulate the real-life European Union as they participate in the European Council, European
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Maynard, Young named to Cumberlands academic honor rolls
WILLIAMSBURG — The Office of Academic Affairs at University of the Cumberlands has recognized two Inez students for outstanding academic performance during the Spring 2025 semester. Alana Maynard was named to the President’s List, the university’s highest academic honor. A member of the Class of 2025, Maynard is majoring in Elementary (P-5) Education and minoring
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MSU honors Fletcher for top-scoring research
BY SAVANNAH JACKSON MOREHEAD — Morehead State University student Bryce Fletcher, a graduating senior from Warfield majoring in history, has won the Certificate of Exceptional Merit. This award is given in recognition of top-scoring research at the 2025 Celebration of Student Scholarship. MSU also recognized Fletcher as the “Outstanding Student in History” at the Caudill College
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Healthy Happenings: Meet our amazing nurses
BY DOROTHY DILLON At the Martin County Health Department, we are proud to recognize the hard-working nurses who go above and beyond every day to care for our community. Jennifer Jude, RN – HANDS Supervisor Jennifer leads our HANDS (Health Access Nurturing Development Services) Program, supporting families during pregnancy and early childhood. Penny Dye, RN
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Bees, brains and bragging rights
Top spellers take the stage CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — Under the stage lights of the Martin County High School auditorium April 29, the county’s sharpest young minds stepped up to the mic, letter by letter, in a battle of nerves, syllables and silent letters. It was the annual Martin County School District Spelling Bee
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Retired Teachers Memorial Service to honor four
Martin County Retired Teachers Memorial Service for four members who have passed this year will be held Friday, May 23, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. at the Library/Community Center. The four teachers who will be honored are Wilburn Goble, Donna Cassady, Darlene Dalton and Linda Mollette. Family and community members are welcome.
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Senior Travel Club enjoys Orlando adventure
The Martin County High School Class of 2025 Senior Travel Club, made up of 49 students, recently embarked on an adventure to Orlando, Florida, for this year’s senior trip. Four seniors — Aiden Fields, Keilan Jewell, Drew Wilson and Sarah Keener — shared highlights of their experience with the Kiwanis Club last week. During the
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Inez announces Students and Staff of the Month
INEZ — Principal Amanda Fields, along with teachers and staff, recently recognized the April Students and Staff of the Month at Inez Elementary School. Kindergarten • Mrs. Cain: Tripp Muncy • Mrs. Moore: Skyanna Jackson 1st Grade • Ms. Haney: John Wesley Cook • Mrs. Runyon: Joshua Ward 2nd Grade • Mrs. Preston: Emali Ratliff
