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Kentucky’s first medical marijuana crop nears harvest
BY MELISSA PATRICK KENTUCKY HEALTH NEWS Nine months after medical marijuana became legal in Kentucky, the state says the first harvest should be ready in the coming weeks, Mason Brighton reports for Spectrum News. Kentucky’s law limits medical marijuana to state residents living with at least one of six qualifying medical conditions, including cancer of
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Music alert: Harvest Fest to bring killer lineup Sept. 14
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN Clear your calendar for Sept. 14—Martin County Harvest Festival in Inez is bringing a killer lineup to town, featuring Nashville’s own Sam L. Smith, the bluegrass powerhouse Hillbilly Tradition, and local favorites Eddie Jenkins & The 606 Sound. Here’s how the night’s going to play out. 9 p.m.: Sam L.
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Ride all day for $10
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Martin County Harvest Fest is gearing up for two days of fun Sept. 13 and 14 on Court Street. This year’s festival features four carnival rides: Ballistic Swings, Phantom’s Revenge (the swinging ship), Tubs of Fun and a rock-climbing wall. A $10 wristband allows unlimited carnival rides
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Martin County anticipates surge in visitors for Harvest Fest with enhanced emergency plans
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County Emergency Management and 911 are preparing for an anticipated surge in visitors at the upcoming Harvest Fest, where country music artist and American Idol winner Noah Thompson is set to perform Sept. 14. EM director Clyde Adams and 911 director Nick Endicott shared their enhanced emergency
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Raffle: Enter to win the 2024 Harvest Fest Quilt
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — This year’s Harvest Fest quilt raffle features a stunning creation by the talented Connie Harless, Sandy Moore and Margie Maynard, with quilting by Cathy Presley. The Kiwanis Club unveiled the quilt Thursday, announcing raffle tickets are available for purchase. Ticket price is $1, or $5 for 6. You can get
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Excitement builds for Harvest Fest: Packed schedule and Noah Thompson
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Get ready for a weekend of unforgettable fun and community spirit as the Martin County Harvest Festival unveils an electrifying lineup of events for Sept. 13 and 14 in Inez. From thrilling carnival rides and live music by American Idol winner Noah Thompson to classic car showcases and
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Miss Harvest Festival Pageant to bring glamour to Inez
BY LISA STAYTON MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Inez is set to sparkle as the Miss Harvest Festival Pageant 2024 takes center stage Sept. 7 at the Martin County Public Library-Collier Center. Hosted by Eastern Elite Pageantry (EEP), this event invites participants of all ages, from babies to ladies over 22, to compete in a showcase
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Cousins harvest 2,000 pounds of potatoes
PILGRIM — The knack for successfully growing potatoes is what Martin Countian Raymond “Rainbow” Jude and his cousin Ronnie Lowe have. They have been at it for many years. This year the cousins planted 500 pounds of seed potatoes and harvested a return of approximately 2,000 pounds or roughly 30-33 bushels. The farmers still have
