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Kermit Election: Incumbents, newcomers elected to council, Mayor Sparks reelected
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN KERMIT, W.Va. — On Tuesday, voters in Kermit headed to the polls to elect five council members and a mayor. By 9:30 p.m., Kermit Town Hall had released the unofficial results. Three incumbents defeated their challengers to secure their positions on the council for the next four-year term. One incumbent…
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Early voting underway in Kermit election
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN KERMIT, W.Va. — Early voting kicks off Wednesday (May 29) in the Town of Kermit election. Ballots can be cast daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. through June 8, including both Saturdays, officials announced in a council meeting May 20. On Election Day, June 11, polling stations will be…
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Kermit Police Chief resigns; council hires replacement
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN KERMIT — The Kermit Council finished a short agenda Monday, accepting the resignation of Police Chief Ernest Booie Williams and hiring former state trooper Roger Johnson to fill the position. Johnson will assume the position Dec. 18. In other business the council approved a proposal from Thrasher Group to investigate…
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Kermit to debut live Nativity
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN KERMIT — Kermit will add a unique, first-ever feature at this year’s Christmas in the Park celebration: a live Nativity scene complete with a camel, donkey, sheep and a baby. Kermit Councilwoman Tammy Preece Hodge announced the event, scheduled for Dec. 1 at Kermit Park. “When I say ‘live,’ I mean a…
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Christmas Extravaganza to accommodate over 400 families
BY RACHEL DOVE MOUNTAIN CITIZEN KERMIT, W.Va. — Christian Help is preparing for its Christmas Extravaganza that is aimed to accommodate 400 families in Mingo and Martin counties. The event is set for Dec. 16 at the old Kermit gymnasium and aims to provide parents with the joy of giving their children a memorable Christmas.…
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Kermit approves tavern license for Gametime Grill despite mayor’s objections
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN KERMIT — In a contentious meeting Monday night, the Kermit Council green-lighted a tavern license for Gametime Grill, contrary to Mayor Charles Sparks’ stance on the issue. Mayor Sparks voiced his opposition before the vote, stating, “The mayor says ‘no.’” While councilpersons Wilburn Hawky Preece and Peggy Moore chose to…
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Kermit Fall Festival: Music, classic cars, attractions free of charge
BY RACHEL DOVE MOUNTAIN CITIZEN KERMIT, W.Va. — The 2023 Kermit Fall Festival is gearing up for a spectacular community event featuring music concerts, classic cars and carnival attractions – all free of charge – Oct. 6-7. The annual festival kicks off Oct. 6 with the Car Show & Cruise-In at 5:30 p.m. at the Kermit…
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Kermit’s Demolition Derby promises thrills this Labor Day Weekend
BY RACHEL DOVE MOUNTAIN CITIZEN KERMIT, W.Va. — Those searching for a thrilling experience with a dash of noise, unexpected crashes and some light-hearted banter will find the Kermit Volunteer Fire Department’s Demolition Derby the perfect destination. Fire Chief Wilburn “Hawky” Preece has been overjoyed by the robust turnout of attendees and competitors at the…
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Kermit Fall Festival set for Oct. 7
KERMIT, W.Va. — Kermit Fall Festival is set for Saturday, Oct. 7, beginning at noon. The parade is set for 11:30 a.m. Kermit Commissioner Tammy Preece Hodge said vendors could set up starting Friday evening, Oct. 6, but the Town of Kermit is not responsible for damage or theft. Vendor spots are not reserved and…
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