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‘Community Decorating Day’ Nov. 5 for Christmas in the Mountains
BY RACHEL DOVE MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Christmas in the Mountains “Community Decorating Day” is Sunday, Nov. 5. It is the day for folks to come to Inez and help light up the town with Christmas lights to prepare for the annual Christmas in the Mountains. “It truly takes a village,” remarked Christmas in the…
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His Place Food Pantry open every third Saturday
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — His Place Food Pantry will be open Saturday from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. for everyone to come and shop for free food. It is first come, first served at Turkey Creek Church, 1632 Tug River Road in Inez. “All we need is your name and the number in your…
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Haven of Rest director inspires Kiwanis Club
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Haven of Rest serves families visiting their incarcerated loved ones and ministers to the community, assisting those in need. Director Debe Polich was the guest speaker during the Kiwanis Club luncheon Thursday at Shufflin Café and shared her ministry’s mission. Polich arrived in Martin County in 2011 as…
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Therapy Spotlight: Melissa
BY MCHCF Staff and Martin County Health Care Facility residents congratulate Melissa on her recent success and completion of therapy. Melissa came to Martin County Health Care after a recent hospitalization left her unable to care for herself in her home. She completed occupational, physical and speech therapy. “It all started when I had a…
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One-stop website on respiratory viruses launches in Kentucky
State joins CDC and other states in consolidated approach FRANKFORT (Oct. 12, 2023) — The Kentucky Department for Public Health has launched a new respiratory virus website, CoverYourCough.ky.gov, a one-stop spot for finding information on COVID-19, influenza and RSV. According to KDPH Commissioner Dr. Steven Stack, today’s move follows the approach the Centers for Disease…
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Trick or Treat dates and Halloween events announced
BY RACHEL DOVE MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — It is almost time for children to don their favorite costumes and take to the streets to fill their bags with tasty treats. Martin and all surrounding counties, except one, have planned Trick or Treat for the same night. Martin, Floyd, Johnson, Magoffin and Pike counties in Kentucky…
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From classroom to camera: Opal & Ash Photography lights up Main Street
Opal & Ash Photography, the latest gem on Main Street in Inez, unveiled its doors with an open house Friday. The event was to introduce Tori Gauze, owner and photographer, and showcase the studio’s array of services. Opal & Ash, located behind the Dairy Drive-In at 210 E. Main Street, Rear Building, specializes in weddings, senior…
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Logan flight nurse to be honored at annual Stars of Life Awards Ceremony in Washington
LOGAN, W.Va. — Ian Carroll, a flight nurse with Air Evac Lifeteam in Logan, was named one of 32 Global Medical Response (GMR) Stars of Life. The Stars of Life program honors EMS first responders who have completed extraordinary acts of service for their patients, colleagues, communities or the EMS profession. Honorees from across the country will…
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Inez Elementary hosts Heritage Day
Inez Elementary School hosted its annual Heritage Day on Sept. 29. The day consisted of many events for students to participate in, such as pumpkin-carving, wax museum, square dancing and various student projects like rag dolls, instruments and fishing poles. The event also hosted several exhibits from community members for the students to visit. Inside,…
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