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Narcan kiosks give residents 24/7 access to lifesaving medication
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Residents in Martin County now have round-the-clock access to Narcan through two newly installed kiosks, one outside the health department in Inez and another at Dempsey Housing in Warfield. The initiative, led by local nonprofit Thrive Community Coalition in partnership with the Martin County Health Department, Mountain Comprehensive…
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Thrive Community Coalition: Giving a voice to the silent in suicide prevention
BY KAYLA STORMS As Suicide Prevention Awareness efforts take center stage this month, the Thrive Community Coalition is reminding Martin County that mental health is real — and silence can be dangerous. For too long, many have suffered quietly, feeling isolated or ashamed to speak up about their struggles. Thrive is working to change that.…
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Thrive Community Coalition brings hope during Recovery Month
BY KAYLA STORMS THRIVE RECOVER WELL September is National Recovery Month, a time to celebrate the strength of those in recovery and the communities that support them. In Martin County, Thrive Community Coalition is leading the way by working alongside the Martin County Health Department to provide vital support for individuals facing addiction, those in…
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From struggle to strength: How Justin Muncy learned to thrive after addiction
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Members of the Kiwanis Club leaned in as Justin Muncy, a wellness coach with the Thrive Community Coalition, took the floor Thursday during a club luncheon at Giovanni’s in Inez. The guest speaker shared the story of his journey from addiction to redemption. Muncy’s role at Thrive is clear-cut.…
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Wanted: Big ideas to fix Martin County water woes
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Thrive Community Coalition, based in Inez, has just issued a call for proposals—and the stakes could not be higher. The coalition is hunting for a top-tier vendor to perform a deep dive into the Martin County Water District’s current performance and map out a 10-year game plan.…
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Thrive Community Coalition halts lease of former library amid financial concerns
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Eric Mills, founder of the Thrive Community Coalition, announced Tuesday that he will not proceed with leasing the former library facility in Inez. This decision follows a recent audit revealing financial difficulties within the Martin County Library Taxing District. Although the library board of trustees approved the lease…
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Dream Appalachia Poverty Conference highlights challenges
BY PHILL BARNETT MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Dream Appalachia Poverty Conference convened Thursday and Friday in Inez, highlighting recent efforts to combat poverty and improve living conditions in the region. Organized by Addiction Recovery Care (ARC), Thrive Community Coalition, Appalachia Reach Out (ARO), and Shaping Our Appalachian Region (SOAR), the event attracted community leaders,…
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Former library to transform into recovery support center in Inez, offering lifeline for those transitioning from addiction treatment
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The former Martin County Public Library building in Inez is set to become an addiction recovery aftercare center, supporting people transitioning from substance abuse treatment centers. The library board agreed in a meeting Monday at the Collier Center to finalize a lease with Thrive Community Coalition in the…
