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Candidates line up for Martin County races ahead of Friday deadline
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — With the filing clock ticking toward a 4 p.m. Friday, Jan. 9 deadline, the 2026 May Primary ballot in Martin County is beginning to take shape as candidates line up to seek county and city offices. As of Tuesday, the following candidates had filed for races. The list…
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Eleven MCHS band students named to All-District Band
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — The Martin County High School Band earned multiple All-District Band honors with 11 students selected through competitive auditions. Those named to the All-District Band are Brady Newsome, Zach Maynard, Drake Bowen, Kyle Cornette, Caroline Russell, Aaron Horn, Morgan Allen, Justin Eller, Seven Crum, Reagan Sparks and Luke Preece. The Kentucky…
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Inez Elementary recognizes December Students & Staff of the Month
INEZ — Principal Amanda Fields, teachers and staff recently recognized the December 2025 Students & Staff of the Month at Inez Elementary School. The following students and staff received the honor: Kindergarten Mrs. Cain: Sawyer Vanover Mrs. Moore: Maverick Bragg First Grade Ms. Haney: Edward Summers Second Grade Mrs. Mills: Eli Moore Third Grade Mrs.…
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USPS says mail-in ballots might not get postmark on same day they are dropped off
by Jonathan Shorman Kentucky Lantern January 1, 2026 The U.S. Postal Service has adopted a new rule that could create doubt about whether some ballots mailed by voters by Election Day will receive postmarks in time to be counted. A USPS rule that took effect on Dec. 24 says mail might not receive a postmark…
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UK first in nation to treat small cell lung cancer patient with new immunotherapy
by Sarah Ladd Kentucky Lantern January 5, 2026 If you smoke and want to quit, call the national quit line at 1-800-784-8669 to speak with a confidential coach. In what could be a “game changer” someday for Kentuckians with small cell lung cancer, the University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Center has treated the first patient…
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MCHCF residents wish everyone a ‘Happy New Year’
Smiles, festive hats and hopeful hearts marked the New Year at Martin County Health Care Facility. Residents paused for photos to send warm wishes to the community and welcome the year ahead with optimism, gratitude and a shared sense of joy.
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Commentary: HPV cancer rates are higher in Appalachia. Wish I had known.
BY SKYLAR BAKER-JORDAN There was no privacy when I was told I might die. In November, I complained about a sore throat during my annual physical with my primary care physician. She saw nothing of concern. By early February, that sore throat had become unbearable, a sharp pain radiating up my neck and into my…
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Martin County rallies past Paintsville in All ‘A’ opener
BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN PIKEVILLE — Braxton Keathley erupted for 27 second-half points and Devan Maynard delivered a dominant double-double as Martin County mounted a furious comeback from a double-digit deficit. The Cardinals closed strong to defeat rival Paintsville 72-63 Monday night in the opening round of the 15th Region All ‘A’ Classic at Appalachian…
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Three Cardinals serve double-doubles to handle Virginia High 75-45
BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN BRISTOL, Va. — Bryson Dials, Devan Maynard and Braxton Keathley served double-doubles as Martin County handled Virginia High 75-45 on Dec. 29. Coach Jason “JJ” James’ squad got it done on both ends, shooting 50.8% from the floor (30 of 59) while knocking down 12 3-pointers. Martin County cleaned up the…
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Lady Cardinals cap Florida trip with win
BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN KISSIMMEE, Fla. — Martin County’s defense set the tone early and the Lady Cardinals carried it through a six-day Florida trip that mixed basketball with a New Year’s visit to Disney World. The Lady Cards defeated Jones (Florida) 40-22 on Dec. 29 at the Kissimmee Civic Center. Annaleigh Davis led Martin…
