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Christian stokes Renaissance fair
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Martin County Tourism Commission took another step toward helping bring a Renaissance fair to the county during their Oct. 21 meeting. Cati Christian returned to stoke excitement for the event she proposed last month. With Christian’s enthusiasm, this event could bring a unique new experience to Martin…
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Medieval madness could be coming to Martin County
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — At the recent Martin County Tourism meeting, Cati Christian pitched an unexpected and intriguing idea—medieval reenactments. Christian, a member of the Appalachian Drakaríðendr, part of the Empire of Medieval Pursuits (EMP) based in Boyd County, proposed bringing the immersive historical experience to the county. “We have a membership…
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Martin County Tourism applies for $4.8 million grant to revitalize historic sites and boost local attractions
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Martin County Tourism Board and the Big Sandy Area Development District have applied for a $4.8 million AMLER grant to revitalize historic sites, chairman Nita Collier announced during a tourism board meeting April 15. Collier informed board members that the grant would be used to complete renovations…
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Martin County Tourism ushers in 2024 with leadership appointments
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Martin County Tourism & Recreation Commission reaffirmed its leadership team in its first meeting of 2024, held Jan. 17. Nita Collier of Inez will serve as chairperson. Alongside her, Jarrod Slone will take up the mantle as the new secretary, and Katrina Sansom will handle the treasurer’s…
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The Kentucky Wildlands seeking ambassadors to promote tourism
The Kentucky Wildlands, a regional tourism marketing initiative, announced a 2024 Ambassador Program to expand and promote southern and eastern Kentucky as a regional tourism destination. The newly launched program is seeking tourism ambassadors to share the region’s rich heritage and showcase the natural beauty of a sprawling 14,000-square-mile region spanning 41 southern and eastern…
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Martin County Tourism discusses mural project, local developments
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — During a recent meeting, the Martin County Tourism board, led by Chairperson Nita Collier, discussed the ongoing mural project in Inez. Collier updated members Derrick Stepp, Brenda Davis and Linda Lou Webb about waiting for a design from artist Mary Ann Farley. “We only have one option for…
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Lawrence County gets more than $5.3 million for water and tourism
LOUISA — Gov. Andy Beshear’s senior advisor Rocky Adkins announced more than $5.3 million in funding to support cleaner water and increase tourism in Lawrence County. Adkins made the announcement Monday at the Garden Theater in Louisa. “The projects we’re funding are improving infrastructure and tourism that is bringing more people here to Eastern Kentucky,”…
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Martin County Tourism seeks public input on naming new trail system
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Residents can participate in naming the new First Frontier Appalachian Trails system in Martin County. In a Martin County Tourism meeting Monday, board member Jarrod Slone proposed advertising a public campaign inviting name suggestions. Community members can send their ideas to the tourism board via Facebook Messenger until…
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Tourism board discusses updates, ‘big news coming up’ for trail system
BY PHILL BARNETT MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County Tourism Board chair Nita Collier started Monday’s meeting by adjusting the agenda. “I would like to add an executive session,” Collier said. “There are some private property owners and we need to discuss a couple of situations. I think that’s best in executive session. Can I…
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Historic Courthouse reopens for events
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Historic Martin County Courthouse has reopened after being temporarily closed last year to await permits. “It’s open for business,” Martin County Tourism chairperson Nita Collier announced Monday in a Tourism Commission meeting. The commissioners voted to contract with Kendra Fletcher to manage events. Collier said Fletcher would…
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