Van Lear
EDUCATION
Student talent and creativity take center stage in IES talent show
INEZ — Inez Elementary School welcomed a burst of talent to its 2024 talent show held May 17. The event featured an array of performances and artworks, with students competing in various divisions. Staff members were thrilled with the turnout and talent, noting, “We had so much talent in...
Lady Cards fall short in Final Four
RUSSELL — After heavy rainfall delayed the Ohio Valley Conference tournament for a week, the Martin County Middle School Lady Cards took the field to face Russell in the semifinals, falling short 3-0 to end their season. Martin County defeated East Carter 2-0 in the opening round of the...
Local veterans groups award scholarships to 10 high school seniors
The Veterans Coalition for Quality Health Care and DAV Chapter 18 of Auxier awarded scholarships to 10 high school seniors across Floyd, Johnson and Martin counties. Five students received scholarships of $500 each. The recipients include Ashdon Kerr from Martin County High School, Brett Gipson from Paintsville High School, Alex Hinkle from Betsy Layne High School, Constance Martin from Johnson Central High School and Timothy C. Robinson from Prestonsburg High School.
Educators: Opportunities, investments flowing for students in region
PRESTONSBURG, Ky. (WYMT) - With graduates taking their final steps across the stages of their high schools and their first steps into the postsecondary world, educators say they are being presented with more opportunities than ever. From the massive opportunities in the medical field to the increase in the industrial...
Pikeville baseball wins second straight region championship
PRESTONSBURG, Ky. (WYMT) - Pikeville met with Prestonsburg in the 15th region championship, looking to become back-to-back champions. The Panthers punched their ticket to Lexington in dominant fashion, winning 11-1 in six innings. Both teams were held scoreless through the first two innings. Pikeville opened the scoring with a four-run...
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