-
Remains found in Prestonsburg identified as woman missing since 2021: Police continue search for answers
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT PRESTONSBURG — Kentucky State Police (KSP) Pikeville Post confirmed Thursday that the human remains discovered April 22 in Prestonsburg have been positively identified as those of a woman who mysteriously disappeared two years ago. The deceased is Kandi Gonzalez, last seen June 1, 2021 in the Abbott Creek Road area in Prestonsburg.…
-
Martin County All-Stars close season
Martin County District 3 Cal Ripken coach pitch, 10-and-under and 12-and-under baseball All-Stars played their hearts out June 15-17. They were fighting to survive and advance in tournament play and all brackets were double elimination. A good crowd showed up to watch the action. Below is a recap. Coach Pitch 8U All-Stars SALYERSVILLE — Magoffin…
-
All-Stars enter tournament play Thursday
BY BOO NEWSOME MOUNTAIN CITIZEN The Martin County All-Stars Cal Ripken baseball teams will kick off All-Stars tournament play Thursday and Friday. The 8U baseball games will be at Ramey Park in Magoffin County, while 10U and 12U games will be at Stonecrest in Prestonsburg. Coaches from each division selected All-Stars for the District 3…
-
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…
-
BSCTC offers Appalachian Studies Certificate Program
PRESTONSBURG — Big Sandy Community and Technical College announced the launch of its Appalachian Studies Certificate. This exciting offering reflects a dedication to fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation of the Appalachian region’s rich heritage and distinctive cultural traditions. The Appalachian Studies Certificate is designed to provide students with a better understanding of the Appalachian…
-
Nominate your favorite Appalachian talent for 2024 Appy Awards
PRESTONSBURG — The deadline to nominate your favorite Appalachian talent for the 2024 Appy Awards is Oct. 17. Big Sandy Community and Technical College and the Mountain Arts Center announced the 2024 event is set for March 16 at the MAC. According to Jill Hamlin, assistant director of Fine Arts for Big Sandy Community and…
-
Lady Cards mercy-rule Prestonsburg, drop two others
BY BOO NEWSOME MOUNTAIN CITIZEN Martin County Lady Cards mercy-ruled Prestonsburg to break a 12-game losing streak last week. The Lady Cardinals dropped two district games 5-4 to Magoffin County and 10-5 to Paintsville, then bounced back Friday at home to send Prestonsburg home with a 17-1 whipping. Below is a recap of all three…
-
Sundy Best and friends return to Archer Park
BY BUGS DIXON MOUNTAIN CITIZEN PRESTONSBURG — Sundy Best hosted their third annual Kinfolk Reunion on Friday and Saturday, May 5 and 6. Events included live music from Sundy Best and other Appalachian artists as well as a family-friendly “Kidfolk” gathering Saturday morning. All events took place in Archer Park in Sundy Best’s hometown of…
-
Louisville Orchestra will perform in Prestonsburg, Pikeville and Harlan
‘In Harmony’ tour made possible through budget appropriation by state legislature Music Director Teddy Abrams and members of the Louisville Orchestra will perform in three Eastern Kentucky cities this month as part of “In Harmony – The Commonwealth Tour of the Louisville Orchestra,” the orchestra’s two-year, free-to-experience statewide tour throughout Kentucky. Prestonsburg, Pikeville and Harlan…
-
Lady Cards go 2-0 in doubleheader
Horn picks up first wins as head coach BY BOO NEWSOME MOUNTAIN CITIZEN PRESTONSBURG — Coach Josh Horn picked up his first wins as head coach of the Martin County softball team in a doubleheader Saturday in Prestonsburg. The Lady Cardinals caged Prestonsburg 19-4 in four innings, then finished off West Carter 17-7. “We had…
Tag: Prestonsburg
