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BSCTC unveils high-tech welding lab
PRESTONSBURG — Big Sandy Community & Technical College (BSCTC) unveiled its state-of-the-art welding facility this week. The grand opening signals a bold investment in the future of skilled trades and industrial technology. The event at the Prestonsburg campus drew state leaders, faculty and students. Dr. Todd Brand, BSCTC’s interim president and CEO, and State Representative…
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Martin County FBLA ‘shows out’ at state conference
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT Talent and determination reside in the ZIP code of Martin County Area Technology Center’s Future Business Leaders of America chapter. Against a field of more than 2,200 of Kentucky’s top young business minds, Martin County made its presence known last week at the FBLA State Leadership Conference in Louisville. Eight students placed…
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BSCTC honors academic excellence
PRESTONSBURG — Big Sandy Community & Technical College (BSCTC) honored student success during its annual Honors Night on April 10. The college recognized students for maintaining high GPAs, earning membership in Phi Theta Kappa, and excelling in academic programs across multiple disciplines. Faculty and staff joined families and community members to celebrate the students’ accomplishments.…
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Man sentenced for crimes against children and family dog
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT SALYERSVILLE — A Magoffin County man got a decade in prison following his conviction on multiple charges related to child sexual exploitation and animal abuse. Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman announced the sentencing Thursday. Kent Simpkins, 43, of Salyersville, received the 10-year sentence after pleading guilty Nov. 21, 2024, to seven felony…
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A two-time Olympian, a holler and a message bigger than wrestling
What happens when a world-class wrestler meets a group of scrappy Martin County athletes in the heart of Appalachia? For James Gruenwald, the answer is resilience, revelation and—yes—elk. BY JASON JEWELL FOR MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — James Gruenwald has wrestled in 23 countries, stood on Olympic mats twice, and coached at the collegiate level for…
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Cards pick up win over Betsy Layne, drop game in All ‘A’
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County baseball clobbered Betsy Layne 19-11 this week but dropped two to Pikeville and East Carter. The following is a recap of last week’s action: MC vs Betsy Layne – The Martin County Cardinals exploded for 21 hits Saturday to defeat the Betsy Layne Bobcats 19-11 in…
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MCMS mercy-rules Adams
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County Middle School soccer reeled in another win with an 8-0 mercy win over Adams on April 8 at Cardinal Stadium. Annaleigh Davis and Jaz Jude each scored three goals to lead the MCMS attack. Hope Caldwell also contributed offensively with one goal and one assist. Anna…
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Robinson with grand slam to win first round of All ‘A’
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — A grand slam from Haley Robinson sent Martin County High School’s softball team to the second round of the All ‘A’ with a 12-8 win at Betsy Layne. The Lady Cards went 2-2 after traveling to The Ripken Experience at Pigeon Forge and playing two games in the…
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Tommy’s Auto Sales Players of the Week: Robinson and Lafferty
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Haley Robinson and Crayson Lafferty are the Tommy’s Auto Sales Players of the Week. Robinson faced the final inning with a tie score in the first round of the All ‘A’ on April 9 at Betsy Layne. With the bases loaded and two outs, the slugger stepped into…
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KY/WV Battle of the Borders set for May 10-11
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County High School will host the inaugural KY/WV Battle at the Borders on May 10 and 11 for boys and girls in grades 7-12. The showcase will feature a three-point shooting contest and a dunk contest, with awards presented to the winners. With college coaches expected to…
