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Martin County Public Library cuts jobs, benefits, services in new budget
Public programs spending falls 88%; books cut more than 77% BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Martin County Public Library System eliminated positions and employee benefits. It also sharply reduced funding for books, public programs and other services under a fiscal year 2027 budget projection totaling $496,475 presented to the Martin County Fiscal…
News
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Frankfort failed Inez
The Rockcastle Creek Pedway Project did not die because the City of Inez neglected it. It did not fail because local officials refused to invest in it, would not obtain the property or abandoned the required paperwork. The State of Kentucky failed this project. For nearly two decades, the proposed pedestrian bridge and walkway has…
OPINION
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Martin County seals first time capsule for 2051
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — With the click of a lock and the words “God bless America,” Martin County sealed its first official time capsule Thursday. The capsule will preserve a snapshot of life in 2026 for residents to discover 25 years from now. You Matter Appalachia intern Garrett Lowe secured the capsule…
Mountain Living
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Forest ranger warns of wildfire risks, outlines seasonal job opportunities
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Sandy Young retires after 27 years of service in Martin Circuit Clerk’s Office
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What to do if a snake bites you: ARH physician advises calm, quick medical care
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Martin County Health Department wishes students a happy, healthy school year
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Martin County football unveils 2026 slate, looks to build on recent success
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County football has released its 2026 schedule as the Cardinals prepare to build on a nine-win season and continue one of the strongest stretches in program history. Martin County finished 9-3 in 2025 and advanced to the second round of the Class 2A state playoffs. The Cardinals…
Sports
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Four join Williamson High Athletic Hall of Fame Class of 2026
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Williams family completes grand tour of 30 MLB ballparks
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Duncan leads Cards through opening golf tournament stretch
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Martin County Middle School girls split games at Belfry Panorama
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Cardinals attend football camp
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Firecrackers finish 2-1 at Coal Country Classic
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