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Residents can donate blood July 1 in Inez
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — Residents of Martin County have the opportunity to contribute to the summer blood supply by donating blood Monday, July 1. The Kentucky Blood Center’s mobile blood drive is scheduled to take place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the gymnasium at the Collier Center. All donors will receive a…
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HANDS program celebrates fathers and families
BY KYLE CREAMER MOUNTAIN CITIZEN TOMAHAWK — The Martin County Health Department HANDS (Health Access Nurturing Development Services) program celebrated Father’s Day by honoring dads and families with a picnic Saturday at Martin County Lake. The event, for anyone pregnant, those with babies under 3 months and HANDS alumni, included inflatables, games and food and…
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Women’s semi-pro basketball team comes to Inez
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County Hall of Famer Carla Booth continues to bring history to Inez. The OnPoint Ballers owner has started a women’s semi-pro basketball team in the Women’s American Basketball Association and will play four games at Martin County High School. The team features some players who are well-known…
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After the Whistle: Head to Inez for semi-pro basketball and great food
Caitlin Clark is a trailblazer for women’s basketball, steering the spotlight to a league that has long deserved more recognition. Her influence extends far and wide, elevating women’s sports and creating opportunities for women, including right here in Martin County. A women’s semi-pro league is coming to Inez, thanks to former Sheldon Clark standout Carla…
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Cardinals dominate summer basketball with 17-5 record
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Martin County High School boys basketball squad caught some eyes over the past month during summer basketball games. Head coach Jason “JJ” James traveled to multiple states and hosted games in Inez for an overall 17-5 record. “I think we found out we are going to be…
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Lady Cards finish summer play
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Head Coach Robin Newsome and the Lady Cards wrapped up their summer play with the arrival of the KHSAA dead period. Potential, confidence and improvement are a few of the things Coach saw from her team. The squad recently dominated Tug Valley 55-29 and Hurley 68-26 when traveling…
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Martin County wrestlers attend FCA camp
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN CAMPBELLSVILLE — Martin County middle and high school wrestlers attended the three-day Fellowship of Christian Athletes camp at Campbellsville University on June 7-9. The camp included world-class clinicians, tough competition and an FCA inspirational program. Coaches Andrew Chaffin, Jason Jewell, BJ Slone, Ryan Kelly and Josh Muncy escorted 27 Martin…
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Player of the Week
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Kenadi Fannin is the Tommy’s Auto Sales Player of the Week. Fannin was voted as the starting pitcher for the Martin County 12U All-Stars softball team. The squad traveled to Lawrence County for a district tournament on June 19 and 20. With temperatures near the 100-degree mark, Fannin…
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Cal Ripken Softball All-Stars play in tournament
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN LOUISA — The Martin County Cal Ripken 12U Softball All-Stars traveled to Louisa to play in a tournament with Belfry, Johnson Central, and Lawrence County on June 19 and 20. The following is a recap of last week’s tournament action: Martin Co. vs Lawrence County – The All-Stars faced the…
