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Martin County secures ARPA funds, honors longtime employee
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Martin County Fiscal Court has ensured that its remaining $992,239 in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds will not go back to the federal government. During a meeting Thursday, magistrates voted to transfer the funds into the county’s general fund to reimburse payroll and insurance expenses. This
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Inez approves cannabis, weighs ARPA spending and flashy marquee plans
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The City of Inez gave the green light to medical cannabis operations within city limits Thursday, approving the measure with no discussion. Commissioners then focused on the city’s $27,093 remaining ARPA funds and their hope for a flashing marquee sign. First up: a plan to spend $2,589 on
