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Martin County prioritizes roadside mowing, hiring a professional grant writer
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Martin County Fiscal Court will tackle roadside mowing early this year by advertising for bids now. Introducing the agenda item, Judge/Executive Lon Lafferty said, “Last year, we were a bit late in getting our roadside mowing done, so we want to address this early in the February
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Martin County Arrest Report
INEZ — Martin County Sheriff John Kirk’s Office reported the following arrests: Edward T. Summers, 57, of Inez, was arrested Thursday on Nichols Street in Inez for fourth-degree assault (child abuse). Chief Deputy Chris Kidd was dispatched to Martin County High School for parents wanting to talk to law enforcement. Upon arrival, the deputy spoke
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Martin County civil suits, deeds and marriages
Civil Suits INEZ — Martin Circuit Clerk Denise Gauze reported the following civil suits filed in her office: Darrell Maynard vs. Carol Sue Maynard. Justin Maynard vs. Chelsea Maynard. United Bank vs. George Blevins. Joy Global Underground Mining LLC vs. Marco Mine Supply. Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC vs. Carmel Cline. Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC vs.
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Martin County court docket
INEZ — Judge Brett Butcher heard the following cases Feb. 20 in Martin District Court: Nicholas L. Bowen (set aside failure to appear) — 1. Improper equipment; 2. No/expired registration plates; 3. No/expired Kentucky registration receipt; 4. Failure to produce insurance card; 5. Failure of owner to maintain required insurance/security, first; 6. License to be
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Martin County water woes: A cry for help unanswered by Kentucky legislators (CORRECTION)
Last week, the Mountain Citizen erroneously stated in the editorial space that State Representative Bobby McCool chose to “abstain from voting” on Gov. Andy Beshear’s $12 million budget allocation for water projects in Martin County. The following article corrects the use of the terms “abstain” and “abstention” by stating Representative McCool was “absent from the
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Inez man arrested for assault of teen
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — An Inez man was arrested on fourth-degree assault (child abuse) Thursday following an altercation with his 15-year-old stepdaughter. Edward T. Summers, 57, was taken into custody on Nichols Street, but the police investigation started at Martin County High School. Chief Deputy Chris Kidd of the Martin County Sheriff’s Office was
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Shufflin Café sold to Addiction Recovery Care
Inez restuarant begins new chapter: Masterpiece Kitchen and Café BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The cherished Shufflin’ Café in Inez is embarking on a new chapter named Masterpiece Kitchen and Café. The café, under new ownership, is retaining its essence but is evolving into a hub of opportunity for women at White Oak
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Delbarton man arrested for allegedly storing over 600 child pornography images
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT WILLIAMSON — A Mingo County man was arrested and jailed on child pornography charges. Terry Randall Hinkle, 55, of Delbarton, was apprehended Feb. 21 by the Mingo County Sheriff’s Department and the U.S. Marshals Cuffed Task Force based on a warrant alleging he possessed more than 600 child pornography images in a
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Martin County Hall of Fame announces April induction ceremony
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — The enshrining of 54 champion athletes/coaches and four KHSAA State championship teams on the “Wall of Legends” ignited nationwide celebration as the Martin County All-Sports Hall of Fame hosted its first two induction ceremonies in 2023. Set for April 27, Induction Ceremony No. 3 promises the same team spirit of
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Kermit water plant set for major upgrade: ‘Like a brand-new plant’
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN KERMIT — The water treatment plant in Kermit will be “like a brand-new plant” before the end of 2024. Mayor Charles Sparks announced the news in a Kermit Council meeting last week. Sharing the outcome of a recent meeting with engineers from Thrasher, Sparks said, “We’re going to get everything
