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Martin County’s ‘Magic School Bus’ brings preschool to communities
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — There is a new kind of mobile classroom cruising through the Martin County School District. It is not your typical yellow school bus. This is the Martin County Early Learning Bus, a mobile preschool that is bringing education to the doorstep of children aged 3-5 years who are…
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House of horror: Couple arrested after children found living in filth and squalor
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN TOMAHAWK — Two individuals were arrested Friday in Tomahawk for what can be described as a nightmarish case of child endangerment. Police found the Rockhouse Road home of James Long, 46, and Patricia L. Long, 43, was a horror show of squalor and neglect, where three children — aged 17,…
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Eden kicks off year with PAWsitive Pep Rally
Eden Elementary kicked off the new school year with our first PAWSitive Pep Rally for August to celebrate our amazing star students and staff by recognizing their PAWSitive efforts that make our school shine! Everyone had a blast diving into the money machine for a chance to win free snacks, free tokens for the book…
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Eden celebrates Grandparents Day
TOMAHAWK — Eden Elementary celebrated Grandparents’ Day in style from Wednesday to Friday with a fun-filled movie/game night extravaganza. Each grade level had the chance to show their love, playing bingo, enjoying inflatable sports games, and savoring popcorn and snacks. Each and every student truly enjoyed this special fun time. “A huge thank you to…
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Martin County Early Learning Bus screening dates announced
The Martin County Early Learning Bus is bringing vision, hearing and speech screenings to the Library/Collier Center and Dempsey Housing Complex. Screenings are set for Aug. 26 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Library/Collier Center in Inez. On Aug. 30, screenings take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Dempsey Housing Complex…
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Stidham Old Time Music Gathering brings three days of music to Tomahawk
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT TOMAHAWK — The Stidham Old Time Music Gathering brought together dozens of traditional folk musicians and enthusiasts from around the region for a three-day event filled with music, workshops and impromptu jam sessions in Tomahawk. Held at James E. Webb Musical Repair & Sales from Friday to Sunday, the gathering celebrated the…
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Tomahawk woman arrested after alleged stabbing
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN TOMAHAWK — Kentucky State Police responded to a reported stabbing at approximately 1:47 p.m. Sunday in Tomahawk. The incident allegedly occurred at a residence on Ford Place, but the victim left the scene and went to Milo Subdivision. Upon arriving at Milo Subdivision, officers discovered Jason Jude, 40, who alleged…
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Stidham Old Time Music Gathering set for July 26-28 in Tomahawk
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT TOMAHAWK — Mark your calendars for an unforgettable musical experience! The Stidham Old Time Music Gathering will take place from July 26-28 at James E. Webb Musical Repair & Sales in Tomahawk. This year’s event promises an impressive lineup of performers, including 5-string Kentucky banjo specialist John Haywood, Leo Shannon, Karly Dawn…
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Tomahawk man formally charged with drug possession
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — A Tomahawk man has been formally charged with first-degree possession of a controlled substance. Martin Circuit Judge J. Kevin Holbrook issued the information June 28 against 33-year-old Jonathan Perry based on evidence presented by the Commonwealth Attorney. Court documents state that Perry had methamphetamine in his possession during…
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Tomahawk man faces charges after medical emergency and Narcan revival
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN TOMAHAWK — A Tomahawk man arrested on multiple charges Thursday suffered a medical emergency that prompted law enforcement to administer Narcan and provide life-saving support, according to the Martin County Sheriff’s Office. Deputy Justin Bellamy of the MCSO responded to a report of an intoxicated, aggressive man at a residence…
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