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Beshear signs executive order expanding access to medical cannabis
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT FRANKFORT — Gov. Andy Beshear moved Tuesday to expand access to Kentucky’s medical cannabis program, signing an executive order that clarifies state law and effectively adds 15 medical conditions whose sufferers may qualify for treatment. Under the order, Kentucky will recognize terminal illness, sickle cell anemia, ALS, Parkinson’s disease, HIV, AIDS, Huntington’s…
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Driver accused of fleeing crash, leaving four juveniles behind
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT MOUTHCARD — A Pike County man was arrested Monday after Kentucky State Police said he fled the scene of a crash, leaving four juveniles inside the wrecked vehicle. Troopers responded to South River Road in the Mouthcard community after receiving a 911 call reporting a single-vehicle collision. According to Kentucky State Police,…
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Martin County Schools announces special education records destruction
INEZ — The Martin County School District has announced its intent to destroy certain special education records in accordance with state and federal regulations implementing the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). The records scheduled for destruction contain personally identifiable information related to special education services for students who exited special education programs during the…
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Martin County court docket
INEZ — Judge Brett Butcher heard the following cases May 26 in Martin District Court: Barbara Carter (arraignment) — Harassing communications: One-year diversion on the condition that the defendant has no contact with the complaining witness, Megan Fitchpatrick. Dustie Clay (arraignment) — Cruelty to animals, second degree: Pleaded not guilty, pretrial conference 6/9/26 at 10…
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Martin County civil suits and deeds
INEZ — Martin Circuit Clerk Denise Gauze reported four civil suits filed in her office through May 28. Meanwhile Martin County Clerk Susie Skyles reported two deeds recorded in her office through May 27. Civil suits Midland Credit Management Inc. vs. Tony Harless. DNF Associates LLC vs. Christopher Preece. Capital One Na Successor by Merger…
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Martin County High School graduates 133 in Class of 2026
See our special keepsake grad section in this week’s print edition of the Mountain Citizen.
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Free Fishing Weekend returns June 6-7: Fish Martin County
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN MARTIN COUNTY — Anglers can cast a line without purchasing a license or permit during Kentucky’s annual Free Fishing Weekend June 6-7, offering residents and visitors an opportunity to enjoy some of the region’s best fishing waters at no cost. A tradition dating back to 1992, Free Fishing Weekend allows…
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Johnson County grand jury returns 12 indictments: Jail contraband, pay lake violations among charges
BY ANNIE HOLLER MOUNTAIN CITIZEN PAINTSVILLE — A West Virginia man accused of smuggling methamphetamine into the Big Sandy Regional Detention Center and a Johnson County pay lake operator facing numerous wildlife and licensing violations were among those indicted by the Johnson County grand jury during its May 15 session. Cecil Diamond, 45, of Williamson,…
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Driver Licensing Regional Offices to close June 4-5 for system upgrade
All Driver Licensing Regional Offices will be closed Thursday, June 4 and Friday, June 5 as the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) launches a new driver licensing system that officials said will enhance the customer experience and expand online options. Offices will reopen Monday, June 8. The new driver licensing system replaces Kentucky’s nearly 40-year-old platform.…
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Stidham Old Time Music announces summer of concerts, events, outreach
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT The sounds of fiddles, banjos and guitars will echo across Kentucky this summer. The Stidham Old Time Music Association brings its Pick and Bow program and a series of events to gathering places throughout the region. The organization recently announced a summer lineup that includes music instruction, jams, outreach programs and community…
