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Retired Teachers Association announces memorial meeting
The Martin County Chapter of the Kentucky Retired Teachers Association will be having a memorial meeting on Monday, May 20 at 10:30 a.m. on the third floor of the Library/Community Center. The memorial will be for Barbara Cassady, Bonnie Dalton and Myrtle Preece. Family, friends, colleagues and former students are welcome to attend.
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Martin County FCCLA Chapter celebrates journey
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — At Martin County High School, the FCCLA Chapter transformed their school year into an “Ultimate Journey.” Under the guidance of their adviser, Connie Harless, students shared a snapshot of their leadership, competition and community impact with the Kiwanis Club during a luncheon Thursday at Masterpiece Kitchen & Café.…
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Gospel Singing on tap Saturday in Inez
Bring your family and have a good time Saturday afternoon at the Gospel Singing on the stage behind the Martin County Courthouse in Inez. Singing begins at 1 p.m. and the last act takes the stage at 5:45 p.m. The Martin County Cardinals Wrestling Club is hosting the event to raise money toward their goal…
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Card of Thanks
The family of Pamela Gevedon Ward would like to thank everyone who helped us when she left her earthly home and entered her heavenly home. Whether it was a phone call, visit, card, flowers, food, or just the words, “I’m sorry” and “I am praying for you,” it was appreciated. Thanks go to Cheryl Craves,…
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Inez Elementary announces Students of the Month
INEZ — Principal Amanda Fields, teachers and staff recently announced the April 2024 Students of the Month at Inez Elementary School. The star students include: Kolton Sarver, Kindergarten, Mrs. Becky Cain. Betty Maynard, Kindergarten, Mrs. Sara Moore. Finley Goforth, First Grade, Ms. Robynn Haney. Jasmine Hamilton, First Grade, Ms. Krista Wheeler. Colin Chapman, Second Grade,…
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Time for Martin County Water Board to stop kicking the can
The Martin County Water District faces a critical situation with its raw water intake project. Slated for completion by July, this project holds significant implications for the district’s financial stability and its service commitments to the community. According to Tony Sneed, vice president and director of operations at Alliance Water Resources, finishing the project on…
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Man arrested at gunpoint in Warfield
BY LISA STAYTON MOUNTAIN CITIZEN WARFIELD — In a tense confrontation Friday, police arrested an Inez man at gunpoint after he allegedly attempted to run over an individual and a deputy sheriff in Warfield. William H. Preece, 57, was arrested in the parking lot of the Zip Zone store in Warfield, according to the Martin…
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Inez shoots down business owner’s request for Sunday alcohol sales
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Inez Commission shot down Tobacco Plus owner Jason Hammond’s request that the city amend its alcoholic beverage ordinance to allow malt beverage sales on Sundays. Hammond stated during a city meeting Thursday that allowing Sunday sales would prevent his customers from having to travel to Warfield and…
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Stidham Old-Time Music Gathering set for July 26-28 in Tomahawk
Organizers seek volunteers, sponsors, donations CITIZEN STAFF REPORT TOMAHAWK — The 2024 Stidham Old-Time Music Gathering will take place July 26-28 at the James E. Webb Musical Repair & Sales shop in Tomahawk. Organized by James L. Webb, son of the shop’s namesake, the festival will feature an extensive lineup of old-time musicians and workshops…
