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CAIP grants offer up to $5,000 for Martin County producers
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Martin County Soil Conservation District is urging local farmers to apply for cost-share grants of up to $5,000 through the County Agricultural Investment Program (CAIP), a state initiative that helps producers improve and diversify their operations. District director Vicky Evans outlined the program’s benefits Thursday as the…
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Inez pair accused of looting home
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Two people are facing burglary charges after a man caught them looting his grandparents’ house off Old Route 3 in Inez. Martin County Deputy Steven Putman arrested Inez residents Lonnie Pauley, 62, and Bertha Jude, 45, on charges of third-degree burglary and second-degree criminal mischief July 30. According…
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Lovely man charged in domestic violence case
BY ANNIE HOLLER MOUNTAIN CITIZEN LOVELY — A Lovely man was arrested Friday night on charges of fourth-degree assault (domestic violence) causing minor injury and alcohol intoxication in a public place. Deputy Jameson Wall of the Martin County Sheriff’s Office responded to a residence on Walnut Drive/Riverfront Road around 8:12 p.m. after receiving a report…
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Louisa man charged in felony meth case
BY ANNIE HOLLER MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin Circuit Court formally charged a Louisa man in a felony meth case July 29 under the Rocket Docket program. Jeff Brandon Marcum, 39, faces charges of first-degree possession of a controlled substance (methamphetamine) and possession of drug paraphernalia. Prosecutors allege that authorities found methamphetamine and syringes in…
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The Mic and the Mirror
They gather in chambers with polished intent, With smiles rehearsed and their posture unbent. One eye on the vote, the other on rent, For space on the screen, for a headline well-spent. They whisper in corners, they shout on the floor— Each word is a weapon, each phrase a decor. Not truth, but attention, their…
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Martin County court docket for July 28-29
INEZ — Judge John T. Chafin heard the following cases July 28 and 29 in Martin District Court: Aaryn Muncy (arraignment) — Theft by unlawful taking or disposition of bicycles: Diversion, defendant agreed to complete outpatient treatment through Addiction Recovery Care, case set for review 8/12/25 at 9 a.m. for treatment status. Issabella R. Ball…
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Martin County civil suits, deeds and marriages
INEZ — Martin Circuit Clerk Denise Gauze reported seven civil suits filed in her office July 18-31. Meanwhile, Martin County Clerk Susie Skyles reported seven deeds and three marriages recorded in her office through July 31. Civil Suits NCB Management Services Inc. vs. Timothy Livingston et al. H&S Financial Inc. vs. Jeremy McKinney Ricky Lynn…
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Barefoot Festival returns Oct. 4 with music, culture, focus on land restoration
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN LOVELY — The Barefoot Festival will return to the mountaintops of Lovely on Oct. 4, transforming a reclaimed strip mine into a stage for Appalachian music, artisan craft and community connection. Now in its second year, the free one-day festival will continue its mission of showcasing regional talent and celebrating…
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Sometimes it is the simple things
It can be the simple things in life that make you happy. Like stringing green beans. I have a small backyard garden and part of what I planted was some half-runner green beans along a short fence line. Last week, I picked our second mess for me and my wife Vicki. As we watched television…
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Walking on the road
Walking on the road is generally allowed if there is no sidewalk available. However, some specific roads like highways or interstates usually prohibit pedestrian traffic. Walking on roads for exercise can be safe if you walk facing traffic. Stay as far to the left as possible. Wear bright or reflective clothing. Be constantly aware of…
