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Eden spotlighting Paws-itively Wonderful Wildcats
Eden Elementary would like to recognize several different groups of people that have exhibited “paws-itive” behaviors that are noteworthy of celebration. Every week, we would like to showcase a student from each grade level. We will also be spotlighting a community partner and a member/group of our hard-working staff that have gone above and beyond…
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Haws wins quilt
INEZ — Martin County Health Care Facility resident Willis Haws won the Disappearing Windmill quilt in a drawing Friday. MCHCF conducts the annual raffle to raise money for the residents’ Christmas celebration. The residents and staff thank all who supported the fundraiser. “The residents will have a wonderful Christmas.” Heirloom Quilt Society donated the quilt.
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More than 90 people will graduate from Millard College with Work Ready Certification
Second-ever graduation Friday at the Collier Center The Millard College will celebrate its second-ever graduation Friday at the Collier Center in Inez. The event will honor more than 90 individuals who have excelled in the classroom to achieve their God-given destiny. The Millard College is a post-secondary institution based in Louisa. The vision of Addiction…
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Kentucky Power urges customers to get ready for winter weather now
ASHLAND — Before the cold, ice and snow become a common occurrence in eastern Kentucky weather forecasts, Kentucky Power is urging customers to take the necessary steps to be ready and stay safe throughout the winter. “Just as our crews stay prepared for winter storms and outages by participating in drills and reviewing time-tested restoration…
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Transportation Cabinet expands scholarship program to invest in next generation of civil engineers, leaders
Cabinet adds third student scholarship, offers summer and post-graduation employment FRANKFORT — Building roads and bridges is synonymous with the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, and so is the Cabinet’s more than 70-year legacy of building Kentucky’s future workforce of transportation leaders. KYTC is expanding its two civil engineering scholarship programs to include a third construction management…
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RSV, Flu, COVID: Kentucky faces ‘triple threat’ this winter
BY NADIA RAMLAGANKENTUCKY NEWS CONNECTION The flu, COVID and RSV are rapidly spreading in Kentucky, and health experts say that’s a problem for hospitals, schools and the state’s vulnerable residents. So far, more than 20 school districts have temporarily halted classes due to RSV. At Norton Children’s Hospital, pediatrician Dr. Robert Blair said respiratory viruses…
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Christmas in the Park is this weekend in Warfield
BY RACHEL DOVEMOUNTAIN CITIZEN WARFIELD — Following the tradition of years gone by, the Warfield Park Community Center board and dedicated volunteers are making final preparations for the annual Christmas in the Park scheduled for this weekend. Board chairperson Denise Chaffins has released a schedule of activities. “This year’s event will be the best yet,”…
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WES brings home academic medals
Warfield Elementary School’s academic and quick recall teams participated in the Governor’s Cup and returned with several wins Saturday. The academic team placed fourth overall, while the quick recall team finished in third place. Jazlynn Jude finished fifth in math. Isaac Ward took second place in social studies and fourth in science. Laken Blevins brought…
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Martin County Farm Bureau recognized for outstanding membership and program achievement
LOUISVILLE — Martin County Farm Bureau was recognized during the 103rd Kentucky Farm Bureau annual meeting in Louisville for its outstanding membership and program achievement in 2022. The award honors county Farm Bureau offices that meet the company’s profitability requirements and whose insurance policy growth meets or exceeds its annual growth goal. James Ward, president…