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Inez overcomes cold to celebrate Christmas in the Mountains
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Cold temperatures did not stop hundreds of Christmas in the Mountains revelers from convening in downtown Inez for the weeklong celebration from Dec. 1 to 7. Students from area schools braved the cold to enjoy exclusive carnival privileges throughout the week. “A Walk to Bethlehem,” an outdoor theatrical…
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Christmas in the Mountains royalty crowned
Garmon Preece and Thelma Moore, the 2024 Mr. and Ms. Christmas in the Mountains, were crowned during Sunday night’s Merry Little Christmas Party at the Collier Center in Inez. The coronation officially kicked off the festival that runs through Dec. 7 in downtown Inez.
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Festival founders honored with ‘Angels of Christmas’ awards
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Linda Lou Webb, Barry Webb and Brenda Evans Davis found themselves in the spotlight Sunday during the Christmas in the Mountains Merry Little Christmas Party. The festival founders received a surprise honor: the “Angels of Christmas in the Mountains” award. The recognition, presented by Martin County Judge/Executive Lon…
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Christmas in the Mountains unveils detailed schedule
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The holiday season is upon us and the Christmas in the Mountains organizers have unveiled a schedule of live performances, attractions and events to bring the community together in celebration in Inez. The festivities begin this Sunday, Dec. 1, with the Merry Little Christmas Party at the Collier…
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Christmas in the Mountains names Moore and Preece as 2024 royalty
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Christmas in the Mountains has revealed the Ms. and Mr. Christmas in the Mountains 2024. A panel of event organizers narrowed down nominations before selecting local legends Thelma Moore and Garmon David Preece as this year’s royalty. The coronation will take place during the Merry Little Christmas Party…
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Escape to the holidays: Christmas in the Mountains comes to life in Inez
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Get ready to make your December unforgettable with Christmas in the Mountains, a weeklong celebration running Dec. 1-7 in Inez. A crowd gathered Sunday behind the courthouse to begin a new tradition: lighting the Christmas tree for this cherished annual festival that brings something for everyone: sparkling lights,…
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Glitz, glam and holiday cheer: Miss Christmas in the Mountains Pageant brings festive fun to Martin County
Get ready for some serious sparkle—Eastern Elite Pageantry is bringing holiday cheer to Martin County with the Miss Christmas in the Mountains Pageant on Nov. 16 at noon, hosted at the Martin County Public Library Collier Center. Expect festive, Christmas-themed attire across a range of age divisions, from Baby (0-12 months) up to 20-plus years,…
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Christmas in the Mountains to transform Inez
Festival honors both sacred and spirited sides of the season BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Downtown Inez will become the ultimate holiday haven as it hosts Christmas in the Mountains (CITM) in December. This weeklong festival honors both the sacred and spirited sides of the season Dec. 1-7. On Monday, the CITM committee’s…
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Celebrating the true essence of Christmas in our community
As the festive lights adorn our streets and homes, our community is embraced by the warmth of the Christmas spirit. This special season, rooted in the celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ, reminds us of love, hope and the beauty of giving. In our close-knit community, Christmas means more than just decorations and gifts.…
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