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Martin County seniors prove competitive spirit never gets old
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — If there were a medal count for enthusiasm, the Martin County Senior Citizens Center might have swept that category, too. A group of local seniors traveled to the 39th annual Big Sandy Senior Games in May and returned home with an impressive collection of top finishes in everything from bowling…
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Martin County Fiscal Court helps senior citizens center combat adult hunger
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Martin County Senior Citizens Center (MCSCC) is set to expand its meal delivery program with the addition of two new vehicles thanks to a grant the Martin County Fiscal Court is pursuing. Magistrates approved Judge/Executive Lon Lafferty’s request Thursday for authorization to apply for the grant with…
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Strengthening support for senior citizens through meal delivery
The Martin County Senior Citizens Center (MCSCC) is making a move to better serve the community’s senior residents by adding new vehicles to its meal delivery program. This is thanks to support from the Martin County Fiscal Court. This expansion will allow the center to reach more seniors who depend on these meals for their…
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Health and Resource Fair set for April 4 in Inez
INEZ — Martin County Senior Citizens Center director Jennifer Jude Crum invites everyone to the center’s annual Health and Resource Fair, set for April 4 from 10 a.m. until noon. The event will feature: • Free King’s Daughters Medical Center EKGs • Free Gospel Light Mission’s Eye Exam and Glasses • Big Sandy Area Development District…
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Martin County Senior Citizens Center receives $9,557 grant for infrastructure upgrade from Kentucky Colonels Good Works Program
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — The Martin County Senior Citizens Center has received a substantial financial boost for their infrastructure, thanks to a generous grant from the Kentucky Colonels Good Works Program. The center was awarded $9,557 to use toward the purchase and installation of a Generac generator for their facility. This significant upgrade will…
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Martin County Senior Citizens Center shines at Big Sandy Senior Games
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN PRESTONSBURG — Martin County Senior Citizens Center hauled home an impressive 26 medals from the Big Sandy Senior Games Banquet held June 7 at the Jenny Wiley Convention Center. The seasoned competitors left no doubt about their athletic prowess after showcasing their skills in the 36th Big Sandy Senior Games…
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Seniors Farmers’ Market vouchers available
Seniors Farmers’ Market vouchers for seniors with low income will be available for pickup June 19-20 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. and June 21 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. on a first-come, first-served basis at the Martin County Senior Citizens Center. Seniors will need identification and proof of income. Martin County Senior Citizens Center director Jennifer Crum…
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Older Martin Countians celebrate their ability to explore
INEZ — Martin County Senior Citizens Center is celebrating Older Americans Month in May with activities to help foster lifelong enrichment in a social and uplifting atmosphere. Led by the Administration for Community Living, Older Americans Month is celebrated annually. This year’s theme, “Aging Unbound,” means older Americans will celebrate their ability to explore various…
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Seniors celebrate Goble
INEZ — The seniors at the Martin County Senior Citizens Center had a party Jan. 26 for Bradley Goble to celebrate his Beta Club win for his singing performance. The seniors sure are proud of him. Bradley comes to the center and sings every chance he can get. The seniors wish Bradley good luck in…
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Senior Citizens Center to benefit from grants
BY ROGER SMITHMOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Martin County Senior Citizens Center will put two grants to use. The Pallottine Foundation of Huntington recently awarded the center $20,375, and the Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels gave the center $2,490. “The Pallottine grant will be used to hire a meal driver and add 20 new home-delivered…
