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Martin County court docket
INEZ — Judge Brett Butcher heard the following cases April 29 in Martin District Court: John Allen (arraignment) — Theft of services $1,000 but less than $10,000: Preliminary hearing 5/13/25 at 11 a.m. Derrick Nicklaus Brewer (arraignment) — Failure to produce insurance card; failure of owner to maintain required insurance/security first; no operator’s/moped license; inadequate…
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Martin County civil suits, deeds and marriages
INEZ — Martin Circuit Clerk Denise Gauze reported nine civil suits filed in her office April 25 to May 1. Meanwhile, Martin County Clerk Susie Skyles reported 11 deeds and one marriage recorded in her office April 25-30: Civil Suits Credit Acceptance Corporation vs. Patrick Gibbs. Jarrett Moore vs. Brandi Moore. Credit Acceptance Corporation vs.…
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When It No Longer Fits Part 3
BY GREG CRUM “The night is far spent, the day is at hand: let us therefore cast off the works of darkness, and let us put on the armour of light. Let us walk honestly, as in the day; not in rioting and drunkenness, not in chambering and wantonness, not in strife and envying. But…
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Blessing of burdens
The following parable of Sadhu Sundar Singh, a Hindu convert to Christianity, shows how God can use the burdens and pressures of life for a greater purpose. Shortly after coming to Christ, Sadhu Sundar, a Hindu convert to Christ, felt called to become a missionary to India. Late one afternoon Sadhu was traveling on foot…
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The secret disciples
When Jesus died, it would have been more than mere mortals could wrap their minds around. Men and women from all walks of life had heard Him. They believed Him and in Him. They felt His love, saw it in action. He changed their lives, and they followed Him. In John 8:12, He told them,…
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Gracie Howard Williamson Obituary
Gracie Howard Williamson 1945—2025 Gracie Howard Williamson, age 80, of Inez, passed away May 4, 2025, at her residence. She was born March 7, 1945, to the late John L. and Bertha (Howell) Howard of Martin County. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by one son, Jimmy Williamson; two brothers, Willie…
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Irene (Harless) Cook Obituary
Irene (Harless) Cook 1936—2025 Irene (Harless) Cook, 88, of Inez, passed away May 2, 2025, at Highlands ARH Regional Medical Center, Prestonsburg. She was born Dec. 11, 1936, to the late Walker and Gladys (Osborne) Harless of Martin County. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband of 56 years,…
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Billy Ray Perry Obituary
Billy Ray Perry 1975—2025 Billy Ray Perry, 50, of Inez, passed away May 2, 2025. He was born Jan. 26, 1975, to the late Robert Perry and Hester Spurlock Perry of Inez. In addition to his father, he is preceded in death by his nieces Jayla and Gene Noel Perry and grandmother Lillian Mae Spurlock.…
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Eddie Dean Mills Obituary
Eddie Dean Mills 1970—2025 Eddie Dean Mills, 53, of Inez, passed away May 1, 2025, in Louisa. He was born June 29, 1970, to Ronnie Mills and the late Mary Penix. In addition to his mother, he is preceded in death by one sister, Rhonda Maynard. Survivors include his wife, Tammy Ann (Howard) Mills of…
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Carol (Delong) Setser Obituary
Carol (Delong) Setser 1940—2025 Carol (Delong) Setser, 85, of Fairborn, Ohio, passed away April 22, 2025, surrounded by friends and family. She was born Feb. 1, 1940, in Inez, Kentucky. Carol brought warmth, humor and kindness wherever she went. She and her beloved husband of 64 years, Chester, built a beautiful life together. They raised two sons, Rick…
