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Girls’ Night Out returns May 1 to benefit Tug Valley Recovery Shelter
WILLIAMSON, W.Va. — One of the Tug Valley’s most anticipated spring fundraisers returns May 1 as the GFWC-WV Williamson Woman’s Club hosts its annual Girls’ Night Out to benefit the Tug Valley Recovery Shelter. This year’s event, themed “Once Upon a Cause — A Fairytale Gala,” will be held at 6 p.m. Friday, May 1,
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Warfield invites children to Easter egg hunt April 4
WARFIELD — Colorful eggs, springtime smiles and a visit from the Easter Bunny will fill Warfield Park as the City of Warfield and the Warfield Park Community Center host an Easter egg hunt Saturday, April 4. The event begins at 11 a.m. and is open to children ages 0-12. In addition to the egg hunt,
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Spring Revival March 22-28
KERMIT, W.Va. — A week of preaching, gospel music and evening worship will bring the community together at the Old Jennie’s Creek United Baptist Church for a Spring Revival March 22-28. Services will begin nightly at 7 p.m. at the church located at 2490 Jennie’s Creek Road, Kermit. The revival will feature preaching by Ken
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Get ready for Big Sandy Senior Games
Seniors across the Big Sandy region can lace up their walking shoes and prepare for the 39th Annual Big Sandy Senior Games in May. Hosted by the Big Sandy Area Development District, the event offers residents age 50 and older a chance to compete, connect and celebrate active living. Bowling competition will take place May
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Anglers reel in gear and know-how at Fishing Expo
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT WILLIAMSON, W.Va. — A steady crowd filled the Historic Williamson Fieldhouse on Feb. 21 as the 6th Annual Southern West Virginia Fishing Expo cast its line once again. Anglers of all ages enjoyed a day of gear, guidance and river fellowship. Hosted by Friends of Tug Fork River and Williamson Parks and
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Christmas in the Mountains counts its blessings after a successful year
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — By the time Martin County Tourism officials gathered in the government center Jan. 20, the lights of Christmas in the Mountains had been packed away, the displays dismantled, the last checks still moving slowly through the mail. What remained was a ledger that balanced, a downtown that had
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From shy steps to spotlight: Christmas showcase celebrates dance
BY TAWNY SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Twinkle lights and tiny dance shoes took center stage Saturday in Inez as The Inez Dance Academy brought its annual Christmas Showcase to the Collier Center. The 2025 performance was equal parts tradition and celebration — a chance for young dancers to trade classroom mirrors for a real
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Specialty Court celebrates Christmas with families
INEZ — Specialty Court programs serving Johnson, Martin and Lawrence counties hosted a Christmas party for participants and their families Friday at the Collier Center in Inez. Children enjoyed a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus and received Christmas gifts. Event organizers said Specialty Court plays an important role in the justice system by providing
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Angel Breakfast celebrates the true meaning of Christmas
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Christmas Angel Breakfast filled the Collier Center with gratitude and the glow of community Saturday morning. Families gathered to share a meal and celebrate the heart of the season. Children left with full bellies and parents with grateful hearts. Volunteers left with the knowledge that they helped
