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Family denied water service for new home in Martin County
BY LISA STAYTON MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — After relocating from their 11-year residence at Eden West a month ago, Kenneth Daniels and his family are facing unexpected challenges securing water service for their new home on Rocky Top Hill. The Martin County Water District denied Daniels’ request for service. Daniels shared his exasperation with water…
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State transportation repairs strand Buffalo Horn resident
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN BUFFALO HORN — When the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 12 addressed a major slip recently, they left behind a trail of broken promises and mounting frustrations for Buffalo Horn resident Lester Crum. After assurances of a driveway replacement, Crum grapples with an increasingly precarious living situation. His home is potentially…
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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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