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Time to ‘Fall for Martin County’
As summer gives way to autumn, Martin County once again prepares for the most anticipated weekend on our calendar — the Kiwanis Club-sponsored Harvest Festival. Now in its 29th year, the festival has grown into everyone’s favorite tradition, filling Court Street with music, laughter and a spirit of joy that is unmistakable. This year’s theme,…
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Take a seat: Martin County Tourism charts ‘Big Chair’ trail
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Martin County Tourism & Recreation Commission is charting a “Big Chair” trail. During a special meeting Aug. 27, commissioners discussed installing the oversized props in public spaces throughout the county. Their goal is to highlight landmarks and attract visitors to photo opportunities. Part of the discussion centered…
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Scarecrow Stroll returns to Harvest Fest with two contest categories
INEZ — The Martin County Harvest Festival is turning up the fall spirit with the 8th Annual Scarecrow Stroll, inviting businesses and residents to deck out the county with their most imaginative scarecrow creations. The community tradition celebrates the 29th Annual Harvest Festival with both business and residential contests. To enter, snap a photo of…
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Healthy Happenings: Visit the Health & Wellness Pavilion at the Harvest Festival
BY DOROTHY DILLON With the Martin County Harvest Festival right around the corner, the Martin County Health Department is ready to welcome everyone to its third annual Health & Wellness Pavilion, bringing health and community together. Mark your calendars and join us Friday, Sept. 12 from 12–5 p.m. and Saturday, Sept. 13 from 10 a.m.–2…
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Warfield Elementary announces Students of the Month
WARFIELD — Principal Jessica Jewell, along with teachers and staff at Warfield Elementary, recently announced a new group of achievers as the August 2025 Students of the Month. The honorees who demonstrated excellence include the following students: Brock Baker, Davy Bell, Elijah Brewer, Kylie Evans, Lilah Fletcher, Colton Hall, Missy Jude, Harper Lawson, Everleigh Marcum,…
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Kiwanis Club unveils Harvest Fest Quilt
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — The Kiwanis Club unveiled the 2025 Harvest Fest Quilt on Thursday during its meeting at Giovanni’s in Inez, presenting a handmade piece that captures the colors and motifs of autumn. The quilt, hand-pieced by Connie Harless and quilted by Sherry Burchett at Quilter’s Playhouse, features bright orange patchwork pumpkins set…
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Lucky to have four seasons
The unseasonable fall-like temperatures we had last week were enjoyable. This comes after a very hot summer, during which the heat index hit 100 degrees several days in July and August. The humidity was extremely high, making it sticky and stuffy on many days. As we get older it seems like it is tougher to…
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School killings: We need more than prayer
Satan will do anything. He knows no boundaries. He will do anything to kill or wound you or the most innocent, vulnerable people. Little children sat in their school mass last week in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The students were at Annunciation Catholic Church which is also home to an elementary school. A shooter fired through stained…
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Martin County court docket
INEZ—Judge John T. Chafin heard the following cases Aug. 26 in Martin District Court: Donald Keith Harris (pretrial conference) — 1. Theft of motor vehicle registration plate/renewal decal; 2. Failure of owner to maintain required insurance/security, first; 3. No/expired Kentucky registration receipt; 4. No/expired registration plates: 1. Dismissed; 2. Pleaded guilty, $500 fine, suspended $450,…
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Martin County civil suits and deeds
INEZ — Martin Circuit Clerk Denise Gauze reported eight civil suits filed in her office Aug. 22-28. Meanwhile, Martin County Clerk Susie Skyles reported three deeds and no marriages recorded in her office through Aug. 28. Civil Suits LVNV Funding LLC vs. Jimmy Spence. Jefferson Capital Systems LLC vs. Carey Dindal. Jefferson Capital Systems LLC…
