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Eden wins District 116 Governor’s Cup
WITTENSVILLE — Eden Elementary School is the District 116 Governor’s Cup champion. The Wildcats competed among a highly talented field of schools and students Saturday at host W.R. Castle and won first place in every category. Below is a list of Eden students who placed in the academic competition. Quick Recall — First place: Olivia…
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Martin County celebrates ‘Family Resource and Youth Services Coordinators Appreciation Week’
INEZ — Shining a spotlight on a crucial group of professionals, Martin County School District Superintendent Larry James encourages the community to join him in celebrating “Family Resource and Youth Services Coordinators Appreciation Week” Feb. 5-9. James praised the dedication of FRYSC coordinators within the school district in a recent statement. “Our FRYSC coordinators have…
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‘Lonnie & Twyla Money’ exhibit opens Feb. 8
MOREHEAD — An exhibit opening soon at the Kentucky Folk Art Center showcases the work of two prominent regional folk artists. “Lonnie & Twyla Money: 50 Years of Kentucky Appalachian Folk Art” opens Feb. 8 with a reception and book signing from 5 to 7 p.m. This exhibit will run through May 6. KFAC, located at…
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Inez Elementary announces Staff of the Month
Inez Elementary School’s Staff of the Month for January includes 10 staff members participating in the Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling (LETRS) initiative. LETRS, provided by the Kentucky Department of Education, is a professional learning program rooted in the science of reading that empowers teachers. According to the KDE, the training is…
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Eden Elementary celebrates achievements at ‘Pawsitive Pep Rally’
Students and staff thoroughly enjoyed the Pawsitive Pep Rally for January at Eden Elementary School. Congratulations to the following students, classroom, and staff for all the hard work and dedication over the last month. Class Attendance Winner: Mrs. Alyssa Fletcher’s class (95.50%). Students of the Month: Head Start/Preschool: (not pictured) Nathan Stepp, Axton Warren and Karoline…
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Barbara Morrison’s captivating art takes center stage at McCall Art Gallery
PRESTONSBURG — Local artist and former student Barbara Morrison is showcasing her talent at the McCall Art Gallery on the Prestonsburg Campus of Big Sandy Community and Technical College. Her art show will be available until March 1. The exhibit promises an adventure through Morrison’s evolving artistic journey, spanning the past two to three years…
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Tomahawk’s musical maestro: Webb revives family legacy with community strings
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — James L. “Jimmy” Webb is a name synonymous with music in Tomahawk. Webb, who has taken over his father’s music shop, James E. Webb Musical Repair and Sales, is not just a businessman but a central figure in the local music scene. He shared insight into his history…
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Sign up now for Fall 2024 student orientation at MSU
Morehead State University is encouraging students to sign up for Fall 2024 student orientation and registration sessions (SOAR). These sessions will provide incoming students with information and preparation for their first year of college. MSU offers these sessions for new students, transfer students, Eagle Scholars (dual-credit) and George M. Luckey Jr. Academic Honors Program students.…
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Celebrating birthdays
Martin County Health Care resident William “Doug” Mounts’ longtime friend Ewell Sammons joined the January birthday celebrations. Residents and staff celebrated Jan. 29.
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Hatfield named CEO of Williamson Memorial Hospital
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT WILLIAMSON, W.Va. — Longtime healthcare executive Timothy Hatfield has been named chief executive officer of the new Williamson Memorial. Hatfield has worked as an executive in the healthcare industry for 28 years, with the majority of that time having been spent with Appalachian Regional Healthcare. “Tim brings a wealth of knowledge, experience and skill…
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