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Warfield kindergarteners steal show at Fiscal Court
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — A field trip to the Martin County Fiscal Court turned into a memorable honor for Warfield kindergarten students April 17. They led the Pledge of Allegiance, received a county proclamation and earned a standing ovation from those in attendance. During the special meeting Martin County Judge/Executive Lon Lafferty…
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Kentucky Cowgirls bring birthday cheer
INEZ — Martin County Healthcare Facility turned its April birthday party into a lively celebration as the Kentucky Cowgirls brought country music, sing-alongs and smiles to residents. The group performed throughout the gathering, posed for photos and encouraged residents to join in, creating an afternoon of music and fellowship.
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Zuidema earns top honors at Alice Lloyd College
PIPPA PASSES — Isaiah Zuidema, a 2022 graduate of Martin County High School, received two of Alice Lloyd College’s top student honors during the school’s 2026 Academic Honors Ceremony on April 14. Zuidema earned the Rachel D. Mullinax Award for Outstanding Senior Accounting Student and the Joseph and Irma Derderian Stepp Outstanding Senior Award. The…
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Martin County arrest report
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — Martin County Sheriff John Kirk’s Office reported the following arrests: Rogert D. Meade, 74, of Inez, was arrested April 27 on Coldwater Road on a warrant for terroristic threatening, third degree, and burglary, first degree. Deputy David Adams served the warrant at 7:59 p.m. Sherry Gordon, 49, of Lovely, and…
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Martin County students selected for Rogers Explorers
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT Three Martin County students have been selected for the 2026 Rogers Explorers Program. They join 181 rising high school freshmen from across Southern and Eastern Kentucky chosen for the summer leadership experience. Kennedy Mills, Aubree Muncy and Zoe Sammons will represent Martin County in the intensive three-day, two-night program. Presented by The…
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Sheldon Clark Class of 1986 plans 40-year reunion
The Sheldon Clark High School Class of 1986 will celebrate its 40-year class reunion on May 30 at 6 p.m. at the old Sheldon Clark High School. Classmates will gather for an evening of memories, laughter and reconnecting with old friends. For more information, contact Pam Bowen on Facebook. Teachers who taught from 1982 through…
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All eyes on Stokes
The transfer portal has been a struggle for the Cats thus far. Mark Pope has had some swings and misses. As of this writing, Tyran Stokes has not announced his commitment between Kentucky, Kansas and Oregon. The Crystal Ball still has the nation’s top recruit trending toward the Jayhawks. I am hoping that by the…
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Martin County deserves funds for clean water
Martin County Judge Executive Lon Lafferty and his staff deserve a huge congratulations for securing nearly $26 million in funding for water and sewer improvements in this rural eastern Kentucky county. For years, Martin County residents have suffered through terrible and outdated infrastructure – brown, murky water coming from faucets. And sometimes there is little…
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Mingo County arrest report
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT WILLIAMSON, W.Va. — The Mingo County Magistrate Court Clerk’s office released these criminal complaints and arrest reports the week of April 19. Brandon Goosinow, 28, of Chattaroy, was charged with possession with intent to deliver (fentanyl), conspiracy and transferring and receiving stolen goods. The arrest happened on U.S. 119 near Belo. Goosinow was a…
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Martin County court docket for April 21
INEZ — Judge John T. Chafin heard the following cases April 21 in Martin District Court: Kristen Adams (arraignment) — Resident fishing without a license/permit: Allegations taken as true, $25 fine and cost, show cause 10/6/26, send fine slip to defendant. David R. Copley (motion hour) — No/expired registration plates; all other traffic offenses not…
