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Mingo County Commission sponsoring recycling event for electronic devices
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT WILLIAMSON, W.Va. — The Mingo County Commission (MCC) is sponsoring its second and final one-day covered electronic devices (CED) recycling event of the year Aug. 10 at the Mingo County Courthouse. The event will take place from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Mingo County residents can bring devices they no longer use…
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Martin County Arrest Report
INEZ — Martin County Sheriff John Kirk’s Office reported the following arrests: Devin Morris, 24, of Inez, was arrested Monday in Inez on charges of willfully setting fire on land not owned or controlled by him, second-degree desecration of venerated objects, second-degree criminal mischief and second-degree criminal trespassing. Chief Deputy Chris Kidd arrested Morris after…
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New manager reports progress on Martin County water projects
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Todd Adams, the new division manager for Alliance Water Resources, presented his inaugural monthly report at the June meeting of the Martin County Water District board. Financials Adams submitted a list of $252,198 in bills for payment, including $19,133 listed as “pump rental,” service and diesel. Board member…
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Vehicle inspection fees increase
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — Martin County Sheriff John Kirk announced the new vehicle inspection fee schedule that went into effect with House Bill 833 on Monday (July 15). Before HB 833, the vehicle inspection fee was set at $5. Going forward the fee structure includes the following: • $15 vehicle inspections at the sheriff’s…
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Martin County Harvest Festival announces headliner acts
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Get ready for an unforgettable experience at this year’s Martin County Harvest Festival. Organizers have announced headliner acts featuring Nashville recording artist Sam L. Smith, Eddie Jenkins & The 606 Sound, The Webb Twins, and Hillbilly Tradition. The festival, sponsored by the Martin County Kiwanis Club, is set…
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Comedy magician Joey Stepp to perform at Rufus Reed Public Library on July 25
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN LOVELY — The Rufus Reed Public Library will host a spectacular magic show featuring renowned comedy magician Joey Stepp at noon July 25. This event promises an unforgettable experience for attendees of all ages. Stepp, a Lovely native, began his comedy magic career while playing college football at Marshall University.…
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Martin County Kiwanis Club offers 50% off dues to boost membership
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Martin County Kiwanis Club is offering new members a 50% discount on annual dues in a bid to grow its membership. Kiwanis President Melissa Phelps announced Thursday that new members can join the club for $50, a significant reduction from the usual $100 fee. The offer is…
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Free FAFSA Carnival in Inez offers fun, prizes, and financial aid assistance on July 25
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — Kentucky TRIO and the Commonwealth Educational Opportunity Center TRIO will host a free FAFSA Carnival on July 25 from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Martin County Public Library in Inez. The event aims to assist individuals in completing their 2024-2025 FAFSA. Attendees can enjoy prizes, food and a…
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Leadership Kentucky announces 2024 BRIGHT Kentucky Class
FRANKFORT — Leadership Kentucky announced members of the BRIGHT Kentucky Class of 2024. This year’s class includes 35 participants from 20 ARC counties representing a variety of public and private sectors, including two from Martin County: Corey Cassell of Thrive Community Coalition and Dorothy Johnson of the Martin County Health Department. BRIGHT Kentucky consists of…
