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Historic building in Williamson destroyed by fire; arson suspected
MOUNTAIN CITIZEN STAFF WILLIAMSON, W.Va. — A fire that destroyed a historic business in Williamson Monday is considered suspicious. The Williamson Fire Department was dispatched to a fully involved fire at the old Mingo Lime and Lumber Company on West Second Avenue near the Serenity Point Rehabilitation building, formally the Sycamore Inn. Firefighters arrived to…
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Hall completes court security training
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Martin County Sheriff’s Office announced that Deputy Dennis Hall recently achieved Kentucky Law Enforcement Council certification as a court security officer. This accomplishment comes after Hall completed specialized training at the Department of Criminal Justice Court Security Officer Basic Training Academy in Richmond. The program gave Hall…
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Umbrella Alley showcases talent of Inez artist Katie O’Connor
BY RACHEL DOVE MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — A multi-talented Martin County resident completed a colorful mural on the outside wall of the historical courthouse that adds another layer of interest to the downtown Inez location, as local residents and those visiting the area flock to “Umbrella Alley” for a one-of-a-kind photo opportunity. At the age…
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Inez man arrested in Johnson copper theft
BY RACHEL DOVE MOUNTAIN CITIZEN PAINTSVILLE — An Inez man was arrested in neighboring Johnson County for allegedly cutting and stealing phone lines owned by Foothills Communication. Justin Mollette, 33, was arrested Aug. 23 by Johnson County Sheriff’s deputies. According to the police report, deputies arrived at the intersection of U.S. 23 and KY 3224,…
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Arm Drop Revival 2023: A tribute to Kent Rose and a boost for local youth
Combs Airport to host two-day drag racing event organized by Kent Rose Foundation BY PHILL BARNETT MOUNTAIN CITIZEN PAINTSVILLE — The Paintsville-Prestonsburg Combs Airport is set to host the Arm Drop Revival 2023 on Sept. 1 and 2. Organized by the Kent Rose Foundation (KRF), this two-day street-style drag racing event aims to honor the…
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Martin County Arrest Report
INEZ — Martin County Sheriff John Kirk’s Office reported the following arrests: Joshua Moore, 25, of Inez, was arrested Tuesday on a bench warrant. Sheriff Kirk made the arrest. Brian Lowe, 53, of Inez, was arrested Monday on probation violations. Parole Officer Boleyn made the arrest. George Newsome IV, 31, of Debord, was arrested Sunday…
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Martin County Court Docket
INEZ —Judge Brett Butcher heard the following cases Aug. 21 and 22 in Martin District Court. Eric Shane Bowen (court trial) — 1. Failure to wear seat belts; 2. Operating motor vehicle under influence of controlled substance, first: 1. Pleaded guilty, $25 fine; 2. Pleaded guilty, $200 fine, court costs. Show cause 2/6/24 at 10…
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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: Velocity Investments LLC vs. Daniel Parry. Republic Finance LLC vs. Clifford McNeely. Joseph Chad Spence vs. Robert Dale Williamson. Tabita Jane Horn vs. Eddie Joe Horn. Republic Finance LLC vs. Denver Goble. Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC vs.…
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Schools in Lee, Magoffin close due to COVID-19, other illnesses
KENTUCKY HEALTH NEWS The predicted “summer surge” of COVID-19 has been relatively small but large enough in some Kentucky school districts to make them suspend classes. Magoffin County schools closed Thursday and Friday, and Lee County schools closed Tuesday through Friday due to illness, WKYT reports. Thursday and Friday were nontraditional instruction days. Magoffin County…
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Martin County man sentenced to 60 years for child pornography
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT PIKEVILLE — A Martin County man was sentenced Thursday to 60 years in prison for multiple counts related to producing and distributing child pornography. U.S. District Judge Robert Wier sentenced Donald York, 60, of Beauty, in U.S. District Court in Pikeville. A jury found York guilty in April 2023 on four counts…
