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Library trustees advance two finalists for open seat
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County Public Library trustees Monday forwarded the names of Heather Perry and Jason James to the state as finalists for one of two open seats on the library board. The board reviewed four applications for the vacancy created by the expiration of John R. Triplett’s term. Richard…
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Changes that basketball needs
I love basketball, especially this time of year during “March Madness.” But I have seen some things that have changed over the past few years that I think need to be changed or to go back to the original rules. The first one is the “Euro-step.” That is mostly seen in college and in the…
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Mingo County arrests for week of March 15
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT WILLIAMSON, W.Va. — The Mingo County Magistrate Court clerk’s office released these arrests and criminal complaints from various law enforcement agencies. Bryandon Standridge, 41, of Matewan, was charged with three counts of animal cruelty. He was arrested by Mingo County Sheriff’s Department (MCSD) Deputies J. May and M. Tiller. Riley George Burton,…
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Martin County court dockets
INEZ — Judge John Kevin Holbrook heard cases March 19 in Martin Circuit Court, while Judge Brett Butcher heard cases March 17 in Martin District Court. Circuit Court Jerry Thomas Spence (change of plea) — 1. Fleeing/evading police, first; 2. Operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol/drug, first offense; 3. All-terrain vehicle violations;…
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Martin County civil suits, deeds and marriages
INEZ — Martin Circuit Clerk Denise Gauze reported 12 civil suits filed in her office from March 13 to March 19. Meanwhile, Martin County Clerk Susie Skyles reported nine deeds and one marriage recorded in her office. Civil Suits Jefferson Capital Systems LLC vs. Carey S. Dindal. Capital One NA Successor by Merger vs. Adrian…
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Eden Elementary makes history with trip to FPS world finals
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT LOUISVILLE — Eden Elementary made school history over the weekend. Its Junior Division Future Problem Solving Team placed third at the state finals, becoming the first elementary school in Martin County to advance to the FPS International Conference world finals. Team members Parker Stafford, Peyton Crum, Keilin Whitten and Paige Stafford earned…
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Warfield Elementary names March Students of the Month
WARFIELD — Principal Jessica Jewell and the faculty and staff at Warfield Elementary School recently recognized the school’s March 2026 Students of the Month. The March honorees are Harper Lawson, Heavenly Hinkle, Kole Robinson, Payton Hutchinson, Eliana Evans, Cotton Bellamy, Brently Baisden, Easton Smith, Walker Jude, Daniel James, Emily Trout, Emma Nichols, Lynda Mollett, Kinzley…
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Eden Wildcats celebrate at PAWsitive Pep Rally
Due to the excessive amount of school missed because of winter weather, we combined our January and February celebrations into one exciting PAWsitive Pep Rally. Even with the snow days, our Wildcats have continued to work hard and stay committed to learning. We are so proud of their positive attitudes and dedication. Highlights included: Attendance…
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Lenore VFD Easter egg hunt draws crowd, honors chief with award
BY ANNIE HOLLER MOUNTAIN CITIZEN LENORE, W.Va. — More than 100 children and their families turned out Saturday for the Lenore Volunteer Fire Department’s annual Easter egg hunt, an afternoon packed with prizes, food, family fun and a surprise honor for the department’s longtime chief. According to Assistant Chief Skipper Farris, the event drew a…
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No pinches here: Health Care Facility residents celebrate St. Patrick’s Day
INEZ — Residents at Martin County Health Care Facility turned out in style for St. Patrick’s Day, and not one seemed the least bit worried about getting pinched. They showed off festive green accessories, shamrock shades and plenty of smiles during the facility’s celebration.
