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BSCTC welcomes new lineman instructor
PRESTONSBURG — Big Sandy Community and Technical College welcomes Mark Crider as the newest lineman instructor. With over 40 years of experience in the lineman industry, including 27 years at Big Sandy RECC, Crider brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the team. “Mark’s passion for linework is evident, and he’s eager to pass…
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BSCTC hosts ‘Chautauqua’ performance
PRESTONSBURG — Big Sandy Community and Technical College invites you to attend a “Chautauqua” performance April 17 from 11:40 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Gearheart Auditorium located on the Prestonsburg Campus. Nancy Green became one of the first prosperous African American women in the U.S. Green was born enslaved in Montgomery County, Kentucky, in…
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LiKEN releases educational video ‘Afrolachian Agroforestry with Ruby Daniels’
The Appalachian Beginning Forest Farming Coalition and the Livelihoods Knowledge Exchange Network (LiKEN) have released a new educational video titled “Afrolachian Agroforestry with Ruby Daniels.” This video is a cornerstone piece of an ongoing initiative to highlight sustainable agroforestry practices in central Appalachia, focusing on the integration of medicinal, edible, decorative and handicraft crops under…
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KYCO honors Class of 2026 at traditional white coat ceremony
PIKEVILLE — The Kentucky College of Optometry held its traditional white coat ceremony Saturday in the Health Professions Education Building. Fifty-three members of the Class of 2026 received their white coats before a gathering of family, friends and university faculty. KYCO Dean Renee Reeder, O.D., FAAO, FBCLA, FSLS, FIACLE, welcomed guests and remarked on the…
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BSCTC celebrates triumph in plumbing training program
PRESTONSBURG — Big Sandy Community and Technical College announced the successful completion of its plumbing training, an achievement made possible by support from various companies through the TRAINS funding program. This unique effort, designed to meet the varied needs of the workforce, bridges skill gaps and enhances career growth possibilities. The program was a cooperative…
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Education First Employers program links local businesses with trained workforce
PRESTONSBURG — Big Sandy Community and Technical College has announced a collaborative effort with leading regional companies to boost the local workforce and enhance earning opportunities. The Education First Employer program partners with businesses across vital sectors. Employers in the fields of health care, manufacturing, skilled trades, and others dedicated to making education accessible and…
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Martin County shows out at JAG KY State Career Development Conference
LEXINGTON — Martin County showed up and showed out at the 2024 Jobs for America’s Graduates State Career Development Conference March 26-27 in Lexington. Martin County High School JAG KY contingent clinched first place in the Promotional Video category and the Knowledge Bowl with team members Russell Maynard, Maleah Jarrell, Erika Alley and Caroline Mills…
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Woody and Bear’s House of Rhythm and Brews Opens in Louisa
BY BUGS DIXON MOUNTAIN CITIZEN LOUISA — Woody and Bear’s House of Rhythm and Brews, a new venue offering live music, BBQ cuisine and affordable drinks, held its soft opening this past weekend in Louisa. The establishment is set for its grand opening Friday. Local musicians Jason Jobe, Devin Moore and Phill Barnett performed during…
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Martin County High School Beta Club shines at state convention
Martin County High School Beta Club members made their mark in the Kentucky State Beta Convention despite unconventional circumstances. The event, which was moved to a virtual format due to inclement weather, announced its winners March 22, revealing several awards going to MCHS students. In the category of Performing Arts Solo, Duo, and Trio-Dancers, the…
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Facing Hunger Foodbank wants you to ‘Rock the Country’
Facing Hunger Foodbank is hosting a raffle for two VIP Tickets to the Rock the Country festival happening in Ashland on April 19 and 20. The two-day concert will feature Jason Aldean, Miranda Lambert, Kid Rock, Brantley Gilbert, Travis Tritt, Nelly and more. To enter visit www.facinghunger.org/raffle. The VIP tickets include: The deadline to enter…
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