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David John Bryan Obituary
David John Bryan 1970—2024 David John Bryan, 49, of Crum, West Virginia, passed away at his home Oct. 20, 2024. He was born in Jacksonville, Florida, to Joseph Raymond Bryan of Georgia and Betty Joyce Domer of Crum. He is preceded in death by one brother, William Bryan. In addition to his parents, survivors include…
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Healthy Happenings: Join us for the first Pink Party–a community event to honor Breast Cancer Awareness
BY DOROTHY DILLON Martin County Health Department We’re thrilled to announce that we’re bringing programs like this back to the Martin County Health Department, and we’re even more excited to start with the Pink Party! This is more than just a gathering—it’s a powerful opportunity to learn, connect, and stand together as a community in…
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MCMS Beta Club raises hurricane relief funds and spreads cheer
WARFIELD — The Martin County Middle School Beta Club has been hard at work over the past few months. They have dedicated time and energy to support local and national causes. In a show of community spirit, the club raised $1,904 to help victims of Hurricane Helene at Victory Baptist Church in North Carolina. To…
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Tommy’s Auto Sales Players of the Week: Lafferty and Elia
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN Tommy’s Auto Sales Players of the Week are Martin County’s Crayson “Bones” Lafferty and Tug Valley’s Bryson Elia. Lafferty is the third leading tackler in 2A at over 14 per game. He had a bone-crushing 22 total tackles in a 35-6 win over Floyd Central on Friday. Ten of those…
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Edith Ann Stanley Robinson Obituary
Edith Ann Stanley Robinson1952—2024 Edith Ann Stanley Robinson, 72, left this life to be with the lord Oct. 18, 2024, at Pikeville Medical Center. She was born March 28, 1952, in Pikeville to Nelly Stanley and Homer Stanley. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband, Reverend Leon Robinson, daughter…
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Martin County hosts EKEBC tournament
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County hosted this year’s Eastern Kentucky Elementary Basketball Conference tournament Oct. 14-19. After an exciting week with a few upsets in the third season of the conference, co-founder Sara Kise had much to say about the successful tournament. “It has been so much fun to watch this…
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Lacy Walters Obituary
Lacy Walters 1941—2024 Elder Lacy Walters 83 of Sidney passed away peacefully Sunday Oct.27th, 2024 at Pikeville. He was born June 8, 1941, to the late Troy and Viola Hinkle Walters. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his brother Johnny (Donna) Walters and infant sister Norma. Lacy was a coal…
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Martin County flag football wraps up season in ‘Super Duper Flag Bowl’
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The 2024 Martin County flag football season wrapped its season Oct. 20 in what the players called the “Super Duper Flag Bowl.” It was an in-county game with the kids divided up evenly. Both teams took three turns on offense for a total of 26 plays and regulation…
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Cheek receives offer from ALC
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County High School baseball standout Damian Cheek received his first collegiate offer to play baseball at Alice Lloyd College. Cheek was offered to play catcher for the Eagles in Pippa Passes. The Cardinal had 16 hits and 11 RBIs in his sophomore campaign. During his junior season, Cheek had…
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Cardinal Madness set for Nov. 16: Red-White, Alumni Games
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County High School’s annual Cardinal Madness is set for Nov. 16. This year’s event is loaded and gives the Cardinal faithful their first glimpse at 2024-2025 boys and girls basketball squads. It also features middle school and elementary boys and the return of the Alumni Games. Martin…
