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Fire leads to arrest of Inez woman on child endangerment charge
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Authorities arrested a 25-year-old Inez woman Thursday morning following a fire at a Martin County apartment building, charging her with child endangerment and drug offenses. Deputies charged Deanna Wiley with endangering the welfare of a minor, possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia and probation violation for felony…
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Kentucky man charged in case involving minor
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT ASHLAND — The Kentucky State Police arrested a Boyd County coach March 19 following a yearslong investigation into alleged child pornography, authorities said. Harlee Estepp, 28, of Grayson, faces charges in connection with incidents that investigators say occurred before his current employment as a track coach and assistant football coach at Ashland Blazer…
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BOE names new school as Martin County Elementary
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — A new chapter in Martin County’s educational history is on the horizon as Inez and Warfield elementary schools will consolidate into a single institution known as Martin County Elementary School. At last week’s Martin County Board of Education meeting, the members unanimously approved the name of the new…
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Martin County Schools embrace solar energy
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — In a step toward sustainability and long-term cost savings, the Martin County School District has completed the installation of a solar panel array on the grounds of Martin County High School, a move officials estimate will save the district approximately $15,000 annually in energy costs. With electricity prices…
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Commissioner of Education honors legendary academic coach Frank Baldridge
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN LOUISVILLE — Kentucky’s Commissioner of Education Robbie Fletcher paid tribute Monday to the late Frank Baldridge, beloved legendary academic coach from Martin County. Baldridge was posthumously honored with the 2025 Kentucky Association for Academic Competition (KAAC) Legacy Award. The award was presented following the KAAC state tournament finals in a ceremony…
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Martin County deeds and marriages
INEZ — Martin County Clerk Susie Skyles reported the following deeds and marriages recorded in her office: Deeds Cora Fletcher, Donna Sue Fletcher, Larry Joe Fletcher (party 1) to Donna Sue Fletcher (party 2). Randall Donovan Horn, Briana Gabrielle Horn (party 1) to Luther Mills, Amanda Mills (party 2). Chester Blackburn, Gloria Blackburn (party 1)…
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Martin County civil suits
INEZ — Martin Circuit Clerk Denise Gauze reported the following civil suits filed in her office: Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC vs. Lori Mills. LVNV Funding LLC vs. Dahryl Keller. CKS Prime Investments LLC vs. Lisa M. Lowe. Brandi Bowen vs. James Asher Bowen. Central Bank & Trust Co vs. Chad A Nichols. Linda Ann Harless…
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Martin County court docket
INEZ — Judge John T. Chafin heard the following cases March 10 and 11 in Martin District Court: Jeffrey D. Bowen (motion hour) — Commercial driver license under influence of alcohol: Court has no jurisdiction over CDL license. Cindy Lea Estepp (arraignment) — Theft by unlawful taking or disposition all others $1,000-$10,000: Bench warrant, $25,000…
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Two found dead in Pikeville house fire
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT PIKEVILLE — Two people were found dead early Saturday morning after a house fire in Pikeville, authorities said. The Kentucky State Police received a 911 call at 6:21 a.m. reporting a structure fire on Brushy Road, according to a statement from the Pikeville Post. Emergency responders arrived to find the residence engulfed…
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Water bill battle: Kermit Council resolves dispute after resident’s arrest and jail time
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN KERMIT, W.Va. — With a misdemeanor case still pending, the Kermit Council agreed to resolve the issue of an alleged broken lock and damaged water meter that led to the arrest of a resident. Officials gave Etta Kiser until March 21 to pay $175 for the damaged meter and labor…
