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Appalachian Artist Festival gallery
Artists, makers and musicians gathered Aug. 2 in Inez to share their talents. Our photo gallery captures a sampling of the day. Slide show
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Appalachian Artist Fest returns Aug. 2 with music, art and a strong mural message
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Appalachian Artist Festival will bring music, culture, and community spirit to downtown Inez on Saturday, Aug. 2, with a full day of events along Court Street. The day kicks off at 10 a.m. as vendors begin setting up booths. The official opening ceremony follows at 11 a.m.,
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Come home to Inez for the Appalachian Artist Festival
On Saturday, Aug. 2, the heart of Martin County will beat a little louder. Downtown Inez will fill with music, color, conversation and community as the Appalachian Artist Festival transforms Court Street into a celebration of everything that makes our region special. To our neighbors near and far, we issue this invitation: Come home. Whether
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From macrame to moonshine: AAF vendor market to bring art and culture to Inez
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Downtown Inez will come alive Aug. 2 as the Appalachian Artist Festival transforms Court Street into a vibrant celebration of creativity and culture. From handcrafted paints and pixel art to haunting tales, earthy aromas, craft brews and mouthwatering eats, the AFF vendor market promises a one-of-a-kind sensory experience.
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Adalyn Ramey to bring Appalachian storytelling to festival stage in Inez
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — Thirteen-year-old Adalyn Ramey, known as “The Young Appalachian Storyteller,” will bring her award-winning voice and heartfelt songs to the Appalachian Artist Festival stage Aug. 2 in downtown Inez. The Paintsville native has quickly emerged as one of the region’s brightest young stars, captivating audiences with original songs like “Kentucky On
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Mural to rise in Inez: Turning water crisis into cultural call to action
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The side of a building in downtown Inez will bloom with color and meaning during this year’s Appalachian Artist Festival. A mural—the city’s first—will elevate clean water from a public utility issue to a moral and cultural imperative. The image is striking: A woman draped in flowing white
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Appalachian Artist Festival finalizes plans for Aug. 2
T-shirt design contest deadline extended to June 1 BY PHILL BARNETT MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Appalachian Artist Festival organizing committee met Tuesday to solidify plans for the upcoming festival scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 2 in Inez. During the meeting, the committee finalized and approved its bylaws, confirming that membership is open to all Martin
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Martin County Tourism Commission to back Appalachian Artist Festival
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Every summer, a sliver of eastern Kentucky becomes a canvas. This year, on Saturday, Aug. 2, the Appalachian Artist Festival (AFF) will return to downtown Inez for its third annual run. This year, however, instead of operating under the City of Inez banner as it did in its
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Appalachian Artist Festival returns with new twists and hometown headliner
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Appalachian Artist Festival returns for its third year on Saturday, Aug. 2, bringing a full day of live music, visual arts, vendors, and interactive experiences to downtown Inez. Organizer Jennifer Wells recently unveiled the musical lineup for this year’s event—a blend of tradition and creativity—and a highly
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Dispute emerges in Inez City meeting
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — At a recent Inez City Commission meeting, Commissioner Jennifer Wells provided an update on the Appalachian Artist Festival held Aug. 3. The event drew community participation and was well-received, with attendees expressing their satisfaction with the city’s efforts. Despite the success of the overall success of the festival,
