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Hadley Spence wins Red, White & Blue pageant
INEZ — Hadley Spence, age 8, earned the grand supreme title at Eastern Elite’s Red, White & Boom pageant, scoring the highest overall out of more than 30 contestants. Hadley also won best theme wear in the event. She said she loved competing because she could bring her firecracker personality to the stage. Hadley is…
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Martin County court docket
INEZ — Judge John T. Chafin heard the following cases June 24 in Martin District Court: Kathleen Collins (preliminary hearing) — Theft of services $10,000 or more: Reset 7/29/25 at 10:30 a.m. Krystal Leann Cooper (preliminary hearing) — Assault, second degree (police officer); disorderly conduct, second degree; escape, third degree: Waived to grand jury. Michael…
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When going outside to play was fun
What is it about today’s younger generation? You pretty much have to force them to go outside and play. When “baby boomers” were young in the 1950s, 1960s and 1970s, our parents had to make us come back inside – especially in the summer months. I know kids and teenagers today have computers and expensive…
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What makes you happy?
Peace and happiness have many variables. We are not happy when we feel we do not have enough and then burdened if we have too much. We fret over not having enough money or worry about what we will do if we have too much money. Most of us do not have the latter problem.…
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Martin County records: Civil suits
INEZ — Martin Circuit Clerk Denise Gauze reported the following civil suits filed in her office June 20-26: Dean Blackburn et al vs. Nakita Vanhoose Spence. Lendmark Financial Services/Paintsville vs. James Mollett. LVNV Funding LLC vs. Hailee Peterson. ARH Federal Credit Union vs. Tiffany Newsome. LVNV Funding LLC vs. Willis G. Horn. LVNV Funding LLC…
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Devan Maynard adds another college offer
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Devan Maynard of Martin County added another college offer to his expanding list. Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College extended an official offer last week to the 6-foot-4, 210-pound Cardinal quarterback. The multi-sport athlete excels on both sides of the ball. On the defensive end, he finished second in the state…
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After the Whistle: Pause, play and the portal
With the heat wave continuing, summer is well underway. Sports have carried on in Martin County, but now the KHSAA dead period has begun. Personally, I am a big fan of the dead period and believe we should make it a month instead of two weeks. The kids have 11 other months to grind. I…
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Katie Marcum recaps first year at Alice Lloyd College
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN PIPPA PASSES — Former Martin County Lady Cardinals standout Katie Marcum wrapped up her freshman year at Alice Lloyd College with a strong start. Now preparing for her second season, she is proud of her growth on and off the court. She credits her hometown for helping pave the way.…
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Coach Glenn returns to Inez with Skills Academy
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Coach Glenn Skills Academy recently concluded its 11th year bringing together young soccer enthusiasts and even college-level graduates at Cardinal Stadium from June 17-19. The camp focused on fundamental skills and has become a staple for aspiring athletes in the community. Steven Gauze, head coach at Martin…
