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Big Sandy Area Agency on Aging celebrates caregivers
Big Sandy Area Agency on Aging proudly recognizes and honors family caregivers across our region and the nation during this special month. This observance shines a spotlight on caregiving issues, educates communities, and advocates for increased support for caregivers. Celebrated every November, National Family Caregivers Month is led by the Caregiver Action Network (CAN), a…
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ARC accepting applications for summer programs; deadline Dec. 6
WASHINGTON — The Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) has opened applications for two summer programs: the Appalachian Entrepreneurship Academy (AEA) and the Appalachian STEM Academy at Oak Ridge. Both free, intensive programs are on tap for the summer of 2025. They are open to middle and high school students and high school teachers across the Appalachian…
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Art students ‘Paint the Plow’
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — Art students at Martin County High School recently participated in the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet’s second annual statewide “Paint the Plow” program to promote safe driving during snow and ice season. The students, under the guidance of art teacher Mary Ann Farley, painted one of District 12’s snowplow blades. They collaborated…
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Historic courthouse restoration brings pride and legacy back to life
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The restoration of the old Martin County Courthouse in Inez is bringing together local history and pride. Martin County Tourism Chair Nita Collier spoke at the Kiwanis Club meeting Thursday at Masterpiece Kitchen & Café and shared how the project began and its ongoing impact. In 2021, Collier,…
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Alice Lloyd College receives historic $10 million endowment gift from The Bill Gatton Foundation
PIPPA PASSES — Alice Lloyd College announced Friday a $10 million endowment from The Bill Gatton Foundation, marking the largest single gift to its endowment fund in the college’s history. The college said in a press release that the donation will support its mission to prepare graduates to return to and serve the Appalachian region.…
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Inez Elementary announces October 2024 Students of the Month
INEZ — Principal Amanda Fields, teachers and staff recently announced the October 2024 Students of the Month at Inez Elementary School. Star students include: Kindergarten Mrs. Cain: Aubrey Marcum Mrs. Moore: Grayson Mills First Grade Ms. Haney: Asher O’Connor Mrs. Runyons: Larry Smith Second Grade Mrs. Preston: Emma Lawson Mrs. Mills: Jasmine Hamilton Third Grade…
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Martin County School District to destroy special education records
INEZ — The Martin County School District has issued a public notice of its intent to destroy personally identifiable information of students who exited the district’s special education services during the 2016-2017 school year. According to the notice, the district plans to begin destruction of the records on or after Dec. 1 in compliance with…
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Study: Most high school students say they have had a traumatic experience
BY NADIA RAMLAGAN KENTUCKY NEWS CONNECTION New data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention show three of every four high school students nationwide said they have experienced at least one adverse childhood experience, including witnessing domestic violence in the home, parental separation or physical and sexual abuse, among others. Research has shown the…
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