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Former Kentucky correctional officers plead guilty to assault of restrained inmate and cover-up
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT WEST LIBERTY — Two former Eastern Kentucky Correctional Complex officers have pleaded guilty in a case involving the assault of a restrained inmate. The plea entered on record involves charges of deprivation of civil rights and obstruction of justice. Court documents reveal that on July 24, 2018, Randall T. Dennis, 28, brutally…
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Martin County creating vibrant art scene in downtown Inez
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — County officials have embarked on an ambitious project to breathe new life into the area surrounding the old abandoned jail and adjacent Historic Martin County Courthouse. The previously neglected location will be transformed into a vibrant art scene and tourist attraction. Volunteers from Appalachia Reach Out were seen…
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Collier envisions improvements for Inez
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — As a newly appointed City Commissioner for Inez, Nita Collier is eager to foster improvements in her beloved city. Collier, a retired school teacher and current chairman of the Martin County Tourism Commission, was officially appointed June 20, replacing former Commissioner Terry Fraley, who resigned the previous month.…
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Nomadic roots, artistic routes: Pamela Henry draws on a lifetime of experience
BY PHILL BARNETT MOUNTAIN CITIZEN LOUISA — In the verdant landscapes of eastern Kentucky, a unique artistic talent has unceasingly cultivated her craft. Pamela Henry, renowned for her blend of impressionistic realism and pop art in bright acrylic hues, has been painting her way into the hearts of communities. Henry’s work, distinguished by vibrant colors and…
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Martin County Arrest Report
INEZ — Martin County Sheriff John Kirk’s Office reported the following arrests: Joey Taylor, 43, of Crum, West Virginia, was arrested Sunday at Zip Zone in Lovely for operating on a suspended or revoked operator’s license, operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol, and first-degree fleeing or evading police (motor vehicle). Deputy J.C.…
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Martin County Public Library to launch outreach services
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN Martin County — The Martin County Public Library is expanding its outreach services with a mobile library initiative. The program is set to launch this month at Dempsey Housing, providing free books for children to promote literacy and access to library resources. “We’ve done a substantial job of bringing the…
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Cracked windshield leads to drug-related arrest
INEZ — A 31-year-old Inez man went to jail on drug-related charges after police stopped him for having a cracked windshield. Martin County Chief Deputy Sheriff Chris Kidd observed the broken windshield and pulled over Kenneth Rose on Blacklog Road, Inez, June 27. According to the police report, Kidd noticed a Dr Pepper can in…
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Remains found in Prestonsburg identified as woman missing since 2021: Police continue search for answers
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT PRESTONSBURG — Kentucky State Police (KSP) Pikeville Post confirmed Thursday that the human remains discovered April 22 in Prestonsburg have been positively identified as those of a woman who mysteriously disappeared two years ago. The deceased is Kandi Gonzalez, last seen June 1, 2021 in the Abbott Creek Road area in Prestonsburg.…
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Inez woman found dead under mysterious circumstances; husband previously arrested for unlawful imprisonment
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — An Inez woman was found dead in a camper early Friday morning under perplexing circumstances. The Mountain Citizen has learned that police are investigating the death of Christina Marcum, whose unresponsive body was discovered in the 400 block of Fitch Branch Road. Martin County Coroner Chris Todd received…
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Kentucky EEC to conduct water district workgroup meeting July 14 in Inez
FRANKFORT — The Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet (EEC) announced the quarterly Martin County Water District Workgroup meeting will be July 14 in Inez. This in-person session will take at 1 p.m. at 387 East Main Street. A videoconference option via Zoom is also be available for those who cannot attend in person. According to…
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