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Tourism maps out summer events, jams, celebrations
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — With weddings on the calendar, summer concerts taking shape and a longtime courthouse venue drawing steady bookings, the Martin County Tourism Commission painted a picture of a tourism season beginning to fill in. During its April 20 meeting, the commission welcomed Karen Thoma as its newest member, approved…
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Dempsey lease, water upgrades, board appointments top Martin County agenda
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Martin County Fiscal Court moved through a wide-ranging agenda at its April 17 special meeting. Magistrates approved a lease transfer for Dempsey Housing, a resolution joining a regional push for emergency radio upgrades, the appointment of water and library board members and a $1.24 million budget amendment…
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Two charged after toddler reportedly ingests marijuana
BY KYLE LOVERN MOUNTAIN CITIZEN DELBARTON, W.Va. — A Delbarton couple is facing child neglect and drug charges after a 2-year-old girl reportedly ingested marijuana while staying at their home, according to the Mingo County Sheriff’s Department. Paul Douglas Hunt, 52, and Deborah Hunt, 51, were arrested April 22 by Mingo County sheriff’s deputies following…
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Martin County arrest report
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — Martin County Sheriff John Kirk’s Office reported the following arrests: Rogert D. Meade, 74, of Inez, was arrested April 27 on Coldwater Road on a warrant for terroristic threatening, third degree, and burglary, first degree. Deputy David Adams served the warrant at 7:59 p.m. Sherry Gordon, 49, of Lovely, and…
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Mingo County arrest report
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT WILLIAMSON, W.Va. — The Mingo County Magistrate Court Clerk’s office released these criminal complaints and arrest reports the week of April 19. Brandon Goosinow, 28, of Chattaroy, was charged with possession with intent to deliver (fentanyl), conspiracy and transferring and receiving stolen goods. The arrest happened on U.S. 119 near Belo. Goosinow was a…
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Martin County court docket for April 21
INEZ — Judge John T. Chafin heard the following cases April 21 in Martin District Court: Kristen Adams (arraignment) — Resident fishing without a license/permit: Allegations taken as true, $25 fine and cost, show cause 10/6/26, send fine slip to defendant. David R. Copley (motion hour) — No/expired registration plates; all other traffic offenses not…
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Martin County civil suits, deeds and marriages
INEZ — Martin Circuit Clerk Denise Gauze announced three civil suits filed from April 17 to April 23 in her office. Meanwhile, Martin County Clerk Susie Skyles reported 10 deeds and one marriage recorded in her office through April 22. Civil Suits Lendmark Financial Services LLC vs. Sonny Howell. Absolute Resolutions Investments LLC vs. Cole…
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Woman dies after apparent dog attack
BY ANNIE HOLLER MOUNTAIN CITIZEN MAYTOWN — A Floyd County woman died Sunday after an apparent dog attack along Railroad Street in the Maytown community, authorities said. Cynthia “Cindy” Patton Prater was found unresponsive in the roadway shortly before 3 p.m., according to the Floyd County Sheriff’s Office. Floyd County Coroner Greg Nelson responded and…
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Pike grand jury indicts 22
BY ANNIE HOLLER MOUNTAIN CITIZEN PIKEVILLE — The Pike County grand jury returned indictments against 22 individuals April 21, including several defendants facing drug, firearm and bail-jumping charges. Margaret Adkins, 67, of Pikeville, has been indicted on a single misdemeanor count of theft by unlawful taking (less than $300). Tina Adkins, 48, of Phelps, stands…
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Police shoot man after struggle in downtown Paintsville
PAINTSVILLE — Kentucky State Police are investigating an officer-involved shooting in Johnson County after Paintsville police shot a man following a foot chase and struggle downtown. The shooting occurred about 2 a.m. April 26 on Main Street, according to the Kentucky State Police. Investigators said a Paintsville police officer was on foot patrol when he…
