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Extend grace but you may have to walk away
We live in an age of addiction and dysfunctional personalities. Lives and families are shattered every day by drug addiction, gambling addictions, pornography, alcoholism and more. Some people have anger issues and live daily lashing out at people and loved ones. Many people have serious mental issues and need help and often refuse to get…
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Teachers are underappreciated
School has already started in Kentucky and will begin in a few days in West Virginia and other states. There is no doubt that teachers are underappreciated and underpaid. On a daily basis, they not only educate our children and grandchildren but also influence them in so many ways. If you think about it, they…
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Notes from Calvary: When ‘Not Enough’ is ‘Just Right’
BY GREG CRUM “For thus saith the Lord GOD, the Holy One of Israel; In returning and rest shall ye be saved; in quietness and in confidence shall be your strength: and ye would not. Be ye said, No; for we will flee upon horses; therefore shall ye flee: and, We will ride upon the…
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The Pastor’s Pen: True Disciples
When I was a teenager we had a revival in 1971 at Inez First Baptist Church. There were so many people saved that it seemed like the whole town had turned to Christ. The revival lasted for almost three weeks. Over 100 people made decisions. It seemed that just about every young person at Inez…
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Telling the Story: Listening to Siri
My family gets a little nervous when I go out of town by myself. When I’m riding in the passenger seat, I never pay attention to roads, route numbers or traffic. To keep my mind off the highway (and speedometer), I busy myself with reading, writing, crocheting, cutting paper things out, and other stuff. Arriving…
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The Rural Americans Too Poor for Federal Flood Protections
A data-driven disaster tool shows “bias” against rural communities. by Claire Carlson and Elizabeth Miller / Climate Central, The Daily Yonder August 12, 2024 On the day he would become homeless, Wesley Bryant was awoken by his wife, Alexis. This story was produced through a collaboration between the Daily Yonder, which covers rural America, and…
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Martin County grand jury returns 19 indictments
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — A Martin County grand jury returned 19 indictments against 14 individuals Aug. 1. Charges range from wanton endangerment and terroristic threatening to assault, firearms and drugs. William Preece, 58, of Inez, faces multiple charges, including first-degree wanton endangerment, trafficking in marijuana, first-offense DUI, possession of drug paraphernalia, reckless…
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OnPoint Swish adds another win
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — OnPoint Swish put up a dominating performance against the Gastonia Greyhounds on Saturday in Inez. The Swish will play their final Martin County game this Saturday at 6 p.m. Dasia Thornton continued her hot streak with a double-double in the 102-41 win. Hall of Famer and Martin County…
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Martin County golf teams swing into season
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT Martin County High School golf teams are off and swinging in the 2024 season. Second-year head coach Boo Newsome opened practice for the girls and boys teams July 15 at the team’s home course, StoneCrest Golf Course. Stonecrest has recently undergone major renovations, Newsome said, offering a great experience for the athletes.…
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MCHS Senior Golf Spotlight: Meet Deskins, Wilson and Jude
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — As the golf season gears up, we turn our attention to the senior members of the Martin County High School Cardinals and Lady Cardinals golf teams. Seniors Drew Wilson and Weston Jude are leading the Cardinals while senior Jaylee Deskins is spearheading the Lady Cards team. Deskins, a steadfast member…
