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Are ya ready kids?! Dive-in movie night Friday at Martin County Pool
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — Are ya ready kids?! The Martin County Pool will transform into an outdoor theater Friday night offering families a chance to enjoy a double feature while floating under the stars. The pool’s “dive-in” movie night will begin at 8 p.m. with the animated favorite “SpongeBob SquarePants” followed by the 1975…
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Hinkle steps into role as Family and Consumer Sciences teacher and FCCLA adviser
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — As Martin County High School bids farewell to longtime educator Connie Harless, the school welcomes a new face with deep local roots and a passion for youth development. Nicole Hinkle has been named the new Family and Consumer Sciences teacher and FCCLA adviser, stepping into the role Harless…
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Well Child Services now available at the Martin County Health Department
BY DOROTHY DILLON The Martin County Health Department is now offering Well Child Services through the EPSDT (Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnosis and Treatment) program. This free healthcare program is designed for children and teens under the age of 21 who are enrolled in Medicaid. Services include regular checkups, immunizations, vision and dental screenings, developmental…
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Record-breaking scholarship awards include nine Martin County students
The Kentucky Farm Bureau Education Foundation announced Monday that it awarded more than $810,000 in scholarships to 601 high school seniors this year, the largest total in the program’s 71-year history. In partnership with 110 county Farm Bureaus, the foundation awarded scholarships to students across the state pursuing post-secondary education, bringing the program’s lifetime total…
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Cool off and chow down at Wolf Creek Community Church fundraiser
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — Get ready for a fun Friday in Inez. The Wolf Creek Community Church Sunday School is throwing the ultimate summer snack bash: a Hot Dog & Shaved Ice Fundraiser at the Community Center. Bring your appetite and your sweet tooth. Hot dogs are just $3, chips and cookies are only…
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Martin County football reloads for 2025 Season
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — After finishing as the 2024 Class 2A Regional runner-up and reaching the third round of the state playoffs, the Martin County Cardinals return to the field with a loaded roster and the same gritty mentality that has defined the program in recent years. Martin County finished 9-4 last…
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OnPoint Swish returns to eastern Kentucky, looks to set attendance record
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN HAZARD — Former Martin County basketball standout Carla Booth is bringing her semi-professional team back to eastern Kentucky this weekend. The OnPoint Swish is hoping for a record-breaking turnout this Saturday inside Hazard Memorial Gym at 3:30 p.m. Booth’s team will face the Carolina Lady Cougars in a high-stakes Women’s…
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Cardinals strike gold at Bluegrass State Games
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN LEXINGTON — Martin County Youth Wrestling made a strong showing at the 2025 Bluegrass State Games. Three Cardinals struck gold and two captured runner-up in the event July 26 at Layfayette High School. In the 16U boys 111-114 division, Jeremy Mollett dominated his bracket and claimed first place. Mollett opened…
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Martin County golf tees off 2025 season
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Under the direction of head coach Boo Newsome, the Martin County High School golf team has opened its season with a trio of competitive tournament appearances. The Cardinals teed off the 2025 season July 21 at the Johnson Central Invitational held at Stone Crest Golf Course in Prestonsburg.…
