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Take a seat: Martin County Tourism charts ‘Big Chair’ trail
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Martin County Tourism & Recreation Commission is charting a “Big Chair” trail. During a special meeting Aug. 27, commissioners discussed installing the oversized props in public spaces throughout the county. Their goal is to highlight landmarks and attract visitors to photo opportunities. Part of the discussion centered
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Kids swim free Aug. 23 at Martin County Pool
Kids under 18 can swim for free this Saturday, Aug. 23, at the Martin County Pool, thanks to the generosity of Smokin’ Hott Novelties & More of Blacklog Road in Inez. Co-owner Thelma Goforth presented Martin County Clerk Susie Skyles with a donation check to cover admission costs for all youth, continuing an ongoing trend.
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Kids swim free Saturday, Aug. 16 at Martin County Pool
Kids under 18 swim free this Saturday, Aug. 16, at the Martin County Pool. Officials say this is thanks to an anonymous donor. Anyone 18 and up must pay admission. Kids under 12 must be accompanied by a paying adult.
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Kids under 18 swim for free Aug. 9 at Martin County Pool
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Kids under the age of 18 can take a dip at no cost this Saturday, Aug. 9, at the Martin County Pool after a local businessman stepped forward to cover their admission. Kenneth Howell, owner of Howell’s Recycling in Inez, presented a check last week to Martin County
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Kids make splash at dive-in movie night
Dive-in movie night made a splash Friday at the Martin County Pool. Kids and families enjoyed an evening swim while watching SpongeBob SquarePants and the 1975 classic Jaws on the big screen.
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Pool hours change to weekends only
INEZ — The Martin County Pool will adjust its schedule starting Wednesday (Aug.6), marking the end of regular weekday hours as summer enters its final stretch. It will shift to weekends only, open Saturdays and Sundays from noon to 6 p.m., continuing through Labor Day weekend. Pool officials noted that birthday party rentals remain available
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Trending: Kids swim for free this Saturday
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — For the third Saturday in a row, all kids 18 and under will swim for free Aug. 2 at the Martin County Pool. Deputy Judge/Executive Carolea Mills is the latest county official to receive a donation to cover the cost of admission, following the lead of Martin County
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Are ya ready kids?! Dive-in movie night Friday at Martin County Pool
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — Are ya ready kids?! The Martin County Pool will transform into an outdoor theater Friday night offering families a chance to enjoy a double feature while floating under the stars. The pool’s “dive-in” movie night will begin at 8 p.m. with the animated favorite “SpongeBob SquarePants” followed by the 1975
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Free Swim Saturday returns July 26 for youth under age 18
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — For the second Saturday in a row, everyone under 18 will swim for free at the Martin County Pool. Thanks to a generous donation from Shelia Maynard, owner of Professional Cleaning Services of Inez, admission will be covered this Saturday, July 26. Maynard presented a check Tuesday to Martin County
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Free swim day for youth this Saturday at Martin County Pool
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — Youth in Martin County can enjoy a free swim day at the county pool this Saturday thanks to a generous donation from an Inez business. Ashwin Patel, manager of America’s Quick Mart, presented County Clerk Susie Skyles with a check made payable to the county Monday. The check will cover admission for
