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Dear Santa… from Martin County students
Dear Santa, My name is Kobe and I am 5 years old. This year I have been both nice and naughty. For Christmas, I would like a bike with training wheels, a dirt bike and toys. I will leave a snack out for you and the reindeer. Dear Santa, My name is Harper and I…
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Morehead State students gain valuable experience through local mock interviews
MOREHEAD — Morehead State University prepares students for career success, including completing one of the first steps to employment. MSU’s Center for Career Development and Experiential Education partnered with the School of Business Administration so students could participate in mock interviews with local business community members. On Nov. 6, Dr. Christy Trent, instructor of business…
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Morehead State recognizes newest graduates at Fall 2023 Commencement
MOREHEAD — Morehead State University honored approximately 400 graduates at ceremonies Dec. 9. Graduates celebrated their academic accomplishments with family, friends, loved ones, faculty, staff, and members of the Eagle Nation, both past and present. It included congratulations from MSU President Dr. Jay Morgan. The ceremony honored graduates of the Caudill College of Arts, Humanities…
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ARC accepting applications for summer study programs
WASHINGTON — The Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) opened applications for two summer study opportunities: the Appalachian Entrepreneurship Academy (AEA) and the Appalachian STEM Academy at Oak Ridge. Both programs, planned for summer 2023, are free intensive learning experiences specifically for the Appalachian Region’s high school and/or middle school students and teachers. The Appalachian Entrepreneurship Academy,…
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ARC Healthcare adds Rucker to team
Addiction Recovery Care announced the addition of Adam Rucker as director of ARC Healthcare and Administration. In his role, Rucker will serve as a senior advisor to Matt Brown, chief administration officer of ARC and president of ARC Healthcare, playing a vital role in shaping the organization’s operations and future. In addition, he will coordinate…
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Martin County BOE celebrates football team’s exceptional season and playoff success
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Martin County Board of Education spotlight was on the Martin County High School football team Monday night. Schools Superintendent Larry James presented certificates of recognition to the players in honor of the team’s outstanding season. The Cardinals won the Class 2A District 7 championship, then defeated Pike…
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As respiratory illnesses keep rising in Kentucky by double digits weekly, another one, with a long-lingering cough, is also circulating
BY MELISSA PATRICK KENTUCKY HEALTH NEWS As illness from the three respiratory viruses tracked by the state — influenza, COVID-19 and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) — continue to increase in Kentucky, another one with a lingering cough that can last for months is spreading over much of the country, including the Bluegrass State. “We have…
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Martin County Extension Office unveils new community programs and initiatives
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — At a recent Kiwanis Club luncheon held at Shufflin Café in Inez, Martin County Cooperative Extension’s staff, Nicole Hinkle and David Pelphrey, presented an overview of the Extension Office’s diverse programs. Hinkle, the 4-H program assistant, and Pelphrey, the agent for Agriculture and Natural Resources, shared insights into…
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