 With gas prices steadily on the rise, many people are finding it difficult to participate in summer activities. Luckily, there are many local activities you can attend without breaking the bank. Well, the great thing about Pikeville is it has over 100 family-oriented events a year. Everything from Main Street Live all the way down to car crews in and shows, whether on the river field behind Applebee's or in town with one of our rally groups that's coming in. In town isn't the only place to find adventure this summer. Pikeville and Pike County are home to a wide range of outdoor adventures to choose from. Well, you know, you always have our nature resources, either horseback riding, ziplining, kayaking, canoeing or tubing. And then you've got your wonderful waterways all the way down the Big Sandy River to enjoy, whether that's fishing or whether that's tubing and kayaking on your own if you have those. And we're seeing a lot of that. We're seeing people bring in their own items of interest. We're seeing a lot of camping. We're seeing a lot of lodging down. And they've either got fish and pose and tackle with them or either they have kayaks, canoes, or they're looking for those accessories to go along with their visit. We are Pikeville Medical Center and we are an amazing place to work. Healthcare heroes of all types work here. All who deserve great rewards. So while our heroes are working hard to take care of our patients and visitors, we are taking care of them with top-tier benefits, higher pay rates, and great sign-on bonuses. So join our team today. So what are you waiting for? Apply today! Incredible opportunities await at PMCjobs.org. In downtown Pikeville, you can also find shops and events that may lead to new hobbies you can pick up at home. From crafts to music, you don't have to go far to find entertainment this summer. We have a pottery store on 2nd Street. They are incredible educators. If you have never done pottery before, they inform you and educate you and lead you. There's live music scenes in the area that whether they're a picker or maybe just they're a casual, what we call a front porch picker that will be more spectating than getting involved. They can get involved in that direction. Farmers market locally, whether in Whitesburg, Pikeville, or Prestonburg and Floyd County or Paintsville. Farmers market usually is Tuesday evenings and Saturdays. They can get involved with that. Get local produce, plus also learn more about the makers, whether it's honey on a cone or apple butter. It's something they can get involved with, learn those techniques. As gas prices continue to rise, many people are left at home with little to do. However, there are plenty of activities and events locally that require little to no gas to attend. Save up this summer by supporting local businesses or taking adventures such as hikes or kayak rides. For Mountain Top News, I'm Kelsey Deen.