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School starts Aug. 5 for Martin County students
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Summer vacation will give way to backpacks, buses and classrooms Aug. 5 when Martin County students begin the 2026-2027 school year. The Martin County School District calendar maps out 170 instructional days, with breaks spread from early October through spring. July will belong to teachers and staff, who…
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Schedule school immunizations before the summer rush
BY DOROTHY DILLON Back-to-school season is almost here, and parents should not wait until the last minute to obtain their children’s required immunizations. Kentucky schools require students to have up-to-date immunization records before attending classes. Appointments can fill quickly as summer comes to an end. Beat the rush by scheduling an appointment now and help…
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Oliver Anthony to play free show Saturday in Inez
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Country-folk artist Oliver Anthony will headline a free outdoor concert this Saturday, May 17, on Main Street in Inez. The intimate evening of music starts at 4 p.m. and includes performances by Anthony and local musicians. The public event comes as a gesture of goodwill following the decision…
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Song of hope for Martin County
Sometimes a song is more than just music—it’s hope. That is what Oliver Anthony’s upcoming Rural Revival concert in Inez promises to be. On May 17, our town will welcome an artist who understands the soul of rural America. Anthony is bringing visibility to our community that too often feels invisible. This event is not…
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Oliver Anthony to bring Rural Revival to Inez, Kentucky on May 17
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — In a corner of Eastern Kentucky where hills meet hardship, country music sensation Oliver Anthony is bringing his Rural Revival tour to Inez on May 17 to uplift a community hit hard by flooding and chronic economic struggle. Tickets are $30 and go on sale Friday at 5…
