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Swim for free this Friday at the Martin County Pool
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The wait is over. The Martin County Swimming Pool is back with major improvements. After eight years of sitting dry and silent, the community pool will make a grand reopening splash this Friday with free admission all day. Gates open to the public at noon and close at
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Kentucky’s Free Fishing Weekend is June 7–8
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT Anglers across Kentucky will find more than warm weather and clear waters during the first weekend in June—they will get the chance to fish for free. On Saturday and Sunday, June 7–8, residents and out-of-state visitors can cast a line in Kentucky’s public waters without buying a fishing license or permit. The
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Martin County Pool to reopen June 1 after eight-year closure
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Martin County Pool will reopen June 1 after an eight-year closure. Assuming a contractor discovers no underground damage this week and finishes repairs on schedule. Officials are already taking applications for lifeguard positions in anticipation of the reopening. Martin County Deputy Judge/Executive Carolea Mills said Aquatics Construction
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Warfield Park set for major revamp
Officials unveil renovation plans BY RACHEL DOVE MOUNTAIN CITIZEN WARFIELD — Martin County officials have unveiled plans for major renovations at Warfield Park. Judge/Executive Lon Lafferty and District 5 Magistrate Ronald Workman announced extensive upgrades that include repaving the walking trail, a fresh paint scheme throughout the park, renovations to the basketball and tennis courts,
