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Tug Valley football schedule changes
BY KYLE LOVERN MOUNTAIN CITIZEN NAUGATUCK, W.Va. — Tug Valley’s 2025 football schedule has changed due to Huntington St. Joe not being able to field a team. St. Joe has tried the last couple of years to restart a football program after it was dormant for several years. But before the season or practice even…
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Big Sticks travel team captures ring
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Big Sticks 11U baseball team out of Martin County stormed through the Christmas in July tournament on July 13 going 3-0 to claim the tournament championship. The Big Sticks opened the tourney with a 4-3 win over the Pirates 11U sparked by Jonah Mills’ late-game solo home…
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Maci Maynard plays for Nike Elite team
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County High School center Maci Maynard has already made a name for herself in Eastern Kentucky. But this summer, the Class of 2028 standout continues to earn national exposure by competing in one of the most prestigious youth basketball circuits in the country. Maynard played for the…
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Wells reflects on first season at Union; former Cardinals standout wins educational scholarship
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN BARBOURVILLE — Former Martin County Cardinal Bryston Wells is making the most of his opportunity at Union College. After earning playing time as a freshman and excelling in the classroom, he has been rewarded for his dedication. Wells is one of only four recipients out of 1,800 applicants to receive…
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Tommy’s Auto Sales Player of the Week: 11U Big Sticks
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The 11U Big Sticks travel team is the Tommy’s Auto Sales Player of the Week. The club secured a ring after capturing the Christmas in July tournament July 13 in Flemingsburg. The squad squeaked by the Pirates 4-3 in the opening round. With a 3-1 win over the…
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Colorful creativity takes flight at MCHCF
INEZ — Residents at the Martin County Health Care Facility spent a joyful afternoon of colorful creativity last week. They crafted and painted birdhouses during a special arts and crafts event organized by the Activities Department. The hands-on project brought many smiles. The residents personalized their wooden birdhouses with bright colors and unique designs, turning…
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Dallas Maynard Obituary
Dallas Maynard 1953—2025 Dallas Maynard, 72, of Pilgrim, passed away Sunday, July 20, 2025 at the Community Hospice in Ashland. Born Jan. 3, 1953, in Martin County, he was the son of the late Frank and Emma Maynard. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Diane Maynard, one daughter,…
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Maria Lynn Laney Obituary
Maria Lynn Laney 1960—2025 Maria Lynn Laney, 65, of Matewan, West Virginia, passed away peacefully July 20, 2025, at Mountain View Center in Ripley. Born June 4, 1960, in Dayton, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Avanelle Lambert and Walter Lee Williams. In addition to her parents, Maria is preceded in death by…
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Paul David Pack Obituary
Paul David Pack 1964—2025 Paul David Pack, 60, of Williamson, West Virginia, passed away on Wednesday, July 16, 2025. He was born Dec. 14, 1964, to the late Oscar and Delcie Pack. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by one son, David Lee Pack. Paul is survived by two step-daughters, Candice…
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Albert Maynard Obituary
Albert Maynard 1972—2025 Albert Maynard, 52, of Williamson, West Virginia, passed away Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at Tug Valley ARH in South Williamson, Kentucky. Born Oct. 24, 1972, in South Williamson, Kentucky, he was the son of Carolynn Sue James of Williamson and the late Vernon Ray Maynard. In addition to his father, he is preceded…
