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Floyd County men indicted for illegally dealing firearms
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT LONDON — A federal grand jury in London indicted two Floyd County men Thursday for dealing in firearms without a license. Wayne Tackett, 64, of Harold, and Carlos Hall, 72, of Prestonsburg, face one count of conducting firearms business illegally. In addition to the shared charge, Tackett faces six counts of transferring firearms to…
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Appalachian Artist Festival announces 2024 musical lineup
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Appalachian Artist Festival, returning for its second year, is set to light up downtown Inez with its “hotter than blue blazes” musical lineup Aug. 3. This event celebrates Appalachian culture, bringing together an eclectic mix of musicians, artists, crafters, writers, photographers and other creative talents. This year’s…
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New deputy joins sheriff’s office in fight against rising crime
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Martin County Sheriff’s Office has welcomed a new deputy to its ranks. Deputy Chris Sesco, a 27-year-old Inez native and father of one, officially began his job Oct. 1, 2023. Sesco’s appointment comes at a critical time for the department, which is facing a resurgence of drug-related…
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Inez couple arrested on domestic violence charges
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — A domestic dispute escalated into violence Friday, leading to the arrest of James Maynard, 42, and April Hickman, 36, both residents of Inez. The Martin County Sheriff’s Department reported that the altercation occurred on Little Rockcastle Road. Deputy Chris Sesco responded to a call regarding domestic violence at the couple’s…
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‘Appalachian Forager’ Whitney Johnson featured on KET’s ‘The Farmer and the Foodie’
BY PHILL BARNETT MOUNTAIN CITIZEN Blaine-native Whitney Johnson, known online as the Appalachian Forager, recently graced the screens of Kentucky Educational Television (KET) on their popular agricultural program “The Farmer and the Foodie.” The episode, which aired Jan. 13 and can be viewed on KET’s website, saw Johnson join hosts Maggie Keith and Lindsey McClave…
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Martin County Water District to save over $800,000 through loan refinancing
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Martin County Water District board has set in motion a plan to refinance two existing loans, projecting savings of approximately $817,902 over an extended period. This board finalized this decision during a special meeting Thursday at the Alliance Water Resources office in Inez. The board unanimously approved…
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Martin County Tourism ushers in 2024 with leadership appointments
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Martin County Tourism & Recreation Commission reaffirmed its leadership team in its first meeting of 2024, held Jan. 17. Nita Collier of Inez will serve as chairperson. Alongside her, Jarrod Slone will take up the mantle as the new secretary, and Katrina Sansom will handle the treasurer’s…
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Voter registration ends year strong
Registration increases for ninth straight month FRANKFORT — Secretary of State Michael Adams announced that voter registration continued to increase in the last month of the year, with 6,562 voters registering in December. “Voter interest in this presidential election is strong,” said Adams. “It is critical that we keep early voting as an option and…
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Martin County Arrest Report
INEZ — Martin County Sheriff John Kirk’s Office reported the following arrests: Jordan Doyle, 26, of Inez, was arrested Monday on a bench warrant for court. Deputy Chris Sesco made the arrest. Brittany Collins, 30, of West Liberty, was arrested Monday for first-degree possession of a controlled substance (methamphetamine). Joseph C. Jude, 42, of Lovely,…
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Martin County court docket for Jan. 16
INEZ — Judge John T. Chafin heard the following cases Jan. 16 in Martin District Court: Martin Lee Gillespie (preliminary hearing) — No/expired registration plates; no/expired Kentucky registration receipt; wanton endangerment, first degree (police officer); fleeing or evading police, first degree: Defendant not present. Reset 1/30/24 at 10:30 a.m. Jimmy Maynard (preliminary hearing) — Assault,…
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