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Martin County Arrest Report
INEZ — Martin County Sheriff John Kirk’s Office reported the following arrests: Kenneth A. Rose, 31, of Inez, was arrested Tuesday for possession of a controlled substance, obstructed vision and/or windshield, and buy or possession of drug paraphernalia. Harold Johnson, 71, of Tomahawk, was arrested Tuesday for operating a motor vehicle under the influence of…
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Suspect in West Virginia trooper murder to undergo mental evaluation
BY KYLE LOVERN MOUNTAIN CITIZEN WILLIAMSON, W.Va. — The court date for the man accused of killing West Virginia State Police Sgt. Cory Maynard was postponed earlier this week so he could undergo a mental competency evaluation. Timothy Kennedy, 29, of Matewan, was due back in court Tuesday, but the postponement was announced Monday. Kennedy faces a…
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Shuffle Bean Coffee: A Costa Rican gem bringing the finest flavors to coffee lovers
BY DIANE SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN Shuffle Bean Coffee, a gem in the world of coffee, is captivating the taste buds of coffee lovers with its exceptional quality and unique origin. Nestled within the Dota Region of the Tarrazu Mountains in Costa Rica, Shuffle Bean is quickly gaining recognition as one of the finest coffee brands…
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Free tire drop-off event until July 6
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Residents hoping to dispose of old tires free of charge are in luck until July 6. The Martin County Fiscal Court’s free tire drop-off event runs from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday at the county road garage at 45 Tomahawk Road, Inez. There is no…
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Martin County Court Docket
INEZ — Judge John T. Chafin heard the following cases June 19 and 20 in Martin District Court: Thurman Endicott Jr. (arraignment-recall failure to appear) — 1. Operating on suspended/revoked operator’s, amended to license not in possession; 2. Failure to register transfer of motor vehicle; 3. Failure of owner to maintain required insurance/security, first; 4.…
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Martin County civil suits, deeds
Civil Suits INEZ — Martin Circuit Clerk Denise Gauze reported the following civil suits filed in her office: U.S. Bank National Association vs. Bonifacio Aranas. Mary Shaina Kestner vs. Elma Kay Caudill. Vanderbilt Mortgage and Finance Inc. vs. Billy W. McGinnis. Hannah Elizabeth Osborne vs. Thomas McKade Osborne. Cash Express LLC vs. Jimmie Newsome. Deeds…
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Martin County Sheriff issues warning about phone scam
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — Martin County Sheriff John Kirk has issued a warning to residents about a phone scam involving false claims related to Alliance Water. The alert came Thursday following reports of residents receiving dubious phone calls. The scam involves an unidentified individual claiming to represent Alliance Water, asking residents for personal information…
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Two indicted on drug charges in Martin County
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Two men were indicted on felony drug charges Friday on the Rocket Docket in Martin County. George Dalton, 25, a resident of Inez, faces a charge of first-degree possession of a controlled substance, first offense. The indictment alleges Dalton had methamphetamine in his possession June 9. James Allen…
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Fire claims life in Lawrence County
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT LAWRENCE COUNTY — A devastating structure fire resulted in the loss of a life and left another individual injured Friday morning in Lawrence County. Kentucky State Police Post 14 responded to a distress call from Lawrence County 911 around 8:30 a.m. Law enforcement and emergency response units discovered that Terry L. Derossett,…
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Camp counselor arrested for first-degree sexual abuse
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT GRAYSON — An 18-year-old camp counselor faces a first-degree sexual abuse charge following his arrest at Camp Robert Webb. Kentucky State Police Post 14 responded to the campsite in Grayson shortly after midday June 21 to investigate a report of sexual abuse. Upon arrival, the trooper on duty interviewed the juvenile victim…