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Billy Joe Moore Obituary
Billy Joe Moore 1965—2024 Billy Joe Moore, age 58, of Pikeville, passed away April 2, 2024, at the Greg and Noreen Wells Hospice Care Center in Hazard. Born Aug. 23, 1965, in Louisa, he was the son of the late William Moore and Barbara Watts Porter. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in…
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Linda Carol Bailey Obituary
Linda Carol Bailey 1956—2024 Linda Carol Bailey, 67, of Kermit, West Virginia, gained her angel wings Monday, April 1, 2024, surrounded by her loved ones at her home. Born April 12, 1956, in Mingo County, she was the daughter of the late Bill and Nora Spaulding. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in…
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Sandra Lynn Marcum Obituary
Sandra Lynn Marcum 1952—2024 Sandra Lynn Marcum, 71, of Marrowbone Creek Road, Kermit, West Virginia, passed away Sunday, March 31, 2024, at her home. Born Aug. 17, 1952, in Huntington, she was the daughter of the late Robert Lee and Reva Jane Gillman Marcum. She was a retired florist and van driver at Christian Help. Survivors…
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Lady Panthers pick up pair of wins
BY KYLE LOVERN MOUNTAIN CITIZEN NAUGATUCK, W.Va. — The Lady Panthers softball team continues to pick up wins. They are now ranked No. 5 in Class A in the Mountain State. They recently defeated a good Poca Dots team 7-2 in a game played at Chapmanville. Bailee Hall was once again the winning pitcher and…
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William Arthur Marcum Obituary
William Arthur Marcum 1937—2024 William Arthur Marcum (also known as Bill Marcum), 86, of Breeden, West Virginia, was called home to be with the Lord in a place of eternal peace, rest and joy March 31, 2024. He was born Sept. 23, 1937, to the late William and Sarah Ellen (Stafford) Marcum. In addition to…
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Thomas Whitt Obituary
Thomas Whitt 1978—2024 Thomas Whitt, 45, of Beauty, passed away at his home Monday, April 1, 2024. He was born July 10, 1978, to the late Harold Ray Whitt and Lucinda Sturgill Whitt. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by one brother, Andy Harold Whitt. Survivors include his three sons, Landon…
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Cardinals sweep Panthers and Wildcats, move to 7-0
BY BOO NEWSOME MOUNTAIN CITIZEN Martin County went undefeated through week 3 of high school baseball. The Cardinals swept the Tug Valley Panthers 4-3 and 8-7 in a two-game series and the Menifee County Wildcats 19-0 and 17-0 in a doubleheader. The wins moved the Cardinals to 7-0 on the season. Below is a recap…
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Martin County matmen make mark on national stage
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN COUNCIL BLUFFS, Iowa — Three members of Martin County Cardinals Wrestling showed out Saturday in the Heartland National Duals in Council Bluff, Iowa. Kentucky state champion Parker Maynard, state runner-up Brody Jewell and state placer Cole Jewell competed on the 16-player Team Kentucky against some of the best middle school…
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Lady Cards fall to West Carter
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT OLIVE HILL — The Martin County Lady Cards lost a hard-fought matchup to the West Carter Lady Comets 7-4 on the road March 28. Neither team scored in the first two innings. The Lady Cards struck first in the top of the third. Kaylee Endicott led off with a single and then…
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Meet the Lady Cards softball seniors: Duncan and McKenzie
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT As the softball season begins, the Martin County Lady Cardinals introduce their senior players, offering the community a glimpse into the lives, accomplishments and dreams of these skilled athletes. Two seniors, Addison Duncan and Brooklyn McKenzie, will be leading the team on the field this season. Addison Duncan #7 – First Base…
