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Martin County Water declines rate hike despite revenue gap
BY LISA STAYTON MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — On paper, the numbers point to a sharp water rate hike. In practice, Martin County water officials say they are charting a different course. The Martin County Water District filed its 2026 Revenue Requirement Report with the Kentucky Public Service Commission on Monday. The filing shows the district…
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Predictions for the New Year 2026
Every new year is different, but it seems like things have changed a lot over the years. So I was trying to come up with a topic for a New Year’s Eve column and decided to research predictions for 2026. Technological experts predict that artificial intelligence will continue to dominate key sectors, leading to job…
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A Christmas promise: Sexton proposes to Maynard in downtown Inez
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — Under the glow of twinkling lights and the quiet magic of the season, Heath Sexton asked Florence Maynard a question meant for a lifetime at the “Christmas Tree Farm” in downtown Inez, Dec. 23. Surrounded by evergreens and holiday warmth, Maynard, a senior at Martin County High School, answered simply…
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2025: A year defined by water, weather and resolve
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — If 2025 had a shape in Martin County, it was uneven ground. The year rose with moments of promise and dropped without warning into loss and disruption, forcing people to find their footing again and again. Water told much of the story. It fell as snow and ice,…
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10 doctor-recommended health resolutions for 2026
BY STATEPOINT With a new year ahead, the American Medical Association is offering 10 evidence-based tips for staying healthy in 2026 and beyond: • Get health screenings: Schedule preventive visits, tests and screenings so your physician can catch conditions before they become more serious. • Manage stress: Mental health is part of overall health. Techniques…
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Martin County drops three over break
BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN Martin County dropped three games in a weeklong stretch, falling to South Oldham, Hamilton Heights Christian Academy and Charlotte, including an overtime loss in the finale at the Bristol Christmas Tournament. The Cardinals fell 72-63 to South Oldham on Dec. 22. Braxton Keathley led Martin County with 22 points on four…
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Lady Cards drop two
BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN CORBIN — Martin County spent the weekend before Christmas searching for consistency on offense and came up short in a pair of neutral-site losses at the Corbin Arena. The Lady Cards fell to Whitley County 53-41 on Dec. 19 and Garrard County 50-42 on Dec. 20 in the Redhound Christmas Bash.…
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Kirk & Crum Law Firm Player of the Week: Braxton Keathley
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County High School’s Braxton Keathley is the Kirk & Crum Law Firm Player of the Week. Keathley battled through a rugged three-game stretch at the Bristol Christmas Tournament on the road. The junior guard poured in 93 points in three games (31.0 ppg) and added 26 rebounds.…
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Johnson wins Golden Memorial Church Christmas quilt
Norene Johnson is the winner of the Golden Memorial Church Christmas quilt giveaway. Johnson’s daughter picked up the handmade quilt on her behalf. “Thanks to all who entered, and Merry Christmas from all of us at Golden Memorial Church,” church representatives said.
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After the Whistle: Stein back in his Old Kentucky Home
Another Christmas has come and gone. With record highs, we had sandal weather instead of sweater weather. Is this what it feels like to live in Florida during the winter? Sports teams are away for tournaments during the two-week break. As a teenager, I loved playing in the holiday tournaments. As an adult, I believe…
