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Vaccines are not just for kids
BY DOROTHY DILLON Vaccines are not just for kids. Immunizations protect us at every stage of life. Infants & Children – Build immunity early with recommended vaccines. Teens & Young Adults – Stay protected against HPV, meningitis and more. Adults – Flu, Tdap, shingles – Do not miss key adult vaccines. Older Adults – Pneumonia…
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Hope Puppeteers visit Martin County Health Care residents
Residents at Martin County Health Care Facility enjoyed a visit from the Hope Puppeteers, who performed a puppet show and joined in for a fun game of BINGO. The visit brought fun and laughter to residents and visitors alike.
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From city lights to hometown nights: Annalyse & Ryan bring it home to Inez
BY LISA STAYTON MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — When singer-songwriter Annalyse McCoy steps onto the Appalachian Artist Festival stage Aug. 2 it will mark her first performance in her hometown since she left Kentucky nearly two decades ago. For Annalyse, it is a homecoming, a celebration of community and a tribute to the culture that helped…
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Sleigh Cancer tops last year’s fundraising total
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The second annual Sleigh Cancer Awareness Festival surpassed last year’s fundraising totals Friday in Inez. The event proved that even in the rain, Give Like Santa and the community do not back down from the fight against cancer. Matthew and Angela Ising—known as Santa and Mrs. Claus and…
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Treed by ‘coons, man nabbed after wreck
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — A Martin County man went to jail early Sunday morning after authorities found him perched in a tree 30 feet above the ground. The man claimed he had fled from raccoons, police said. Deputy Steven Putman of the Martin County Sheriff’s Office responded to Delong Fannin Road around…
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Danny Hinkle hired at Martin County
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Danny Hinkle, a 2007 alum and decorated football player, has been hired as the new offensive and defensive line coach at Martin County High School, the school announced. Hinkle returns to “The Rock” with an impressive resume spanning his high school and collegiate careers. “One of the best…
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Summer basketball begins for Martin County
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Head coach Jason James has a full schedule for the Martin County High School boys basketball team this summer. The 15th Region All ‘A’ champions are looking to reload after losing six seniors, including three starters, to graduation. “We lost some guys, but we still have a lot…
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Kennadi’s spirit shines bright at renamed basketball camp
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — More than 70 campers gathered at Martin County High School on May 29 for Ken’s Camp of Champions, a basketball event newly renamed to honor the late Kennadi Mollett. The camp, a cherished tradition, now serves as a vibrant tribute to a young woman whose spirit continues to…
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Futures ball handling class to begin in Inez
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Young basketball players in Martin County have an opportunity to hone their skills this summer with ball handling classes led by former collegiate and high school standout Robin Newsome along with Cardinals alumni and special guests. The “Futures” summer sessions will take place on Tuesdays at Inez Elementary.…
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Summer begins for Lady Cards
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Head coach Robin Newsome has camps and games lined up for the Martin County High School girls basketball team in June. “We lost one senior this year [Candace Spaulding]. She provided so much for our team, especially defensively. But we return some key players and I expect a…
