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Christmas in the Mountains announces schedule
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Inez is ready for Christmas in the Mountains 2023. Volunteers have worked the last six weeks transforming the heart of Martin County into a dazzling winter wonderland of lights and spectacular displays. Everyone can experience the enchantment from Nov. 26 through Dec. 2. A trolley train will be
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Warfield lighting holiday cheer with decorating contests
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN WARFIELD — The City of Warfield is lighting the holiday cheer with decoration contests and a toy drive for the 23rd annual Visit With Santa. Mayor Mike Hinkle threw down the gauntlet to businesses last week, challenging them to decorate their storefronts. “Let’s spread the Christmas cheer and bring the magic
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City explores ban on homeless encampments; announces festive events
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN WARFIELD — In a meeting Thursday, the Warfield City Commission discussed the formulation of an ordinance aimed at prohibiting homeless encampments in response to the growing homeless population in the city. Commissioner John Sammons emphasized the need for a draft to be ready by the next meeting. Mayor Mike Hinkle,
