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Warfield man faces 30-year sentence after rape plea
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Austin T. Jackson, 27, of Warfield, has pleaded guilty to six felony charges, including the rape of two mentally incapacitated minors in a deal that will see him serve 30 years in prison. According to court records, Jackson appeared in Martin Circuit Court on Thursday and took a…
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Three indicted under Rocket Docket program
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Three individuals are facing criminal charges under the Rocket Docket program. The Martin Circuit Court issued the information charges Dec. 17 and 19. Shonda Crum, 38, of Tomahawk, stands accused of possession of a controlled substance in the first degree, possession of marijuana, possession of a controlled substance…
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Martin County Sheriff adds new vehicle to fleet
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Martin County Sheriff’s Office upgraded its fleet with a 2025 Chevrolet Silverado. Sheriff John Kirk unveiled the new vehicle Friday, saying it replaces his previous cruiser, which had accumulated high mileage and experienced transmission issues. “We’re going to have some excess fees this year,” Kirk said. “We…
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Make it five in a row for the red hot Cards
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Martin County High School boys are on a five-game win streak after defeating Shelby Valley twice and Rowan County last week. The Cardinals rolled over Shelby Valley 87-54 at home on Dec. 17. On Thursday, they traveled to Rowan County to play in the 2024 Stockyards Bank Challenge,…
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Lady Cards go 2-2
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Lady Cards picked up a big district win against the Magoffin County Hornets on Dec. 17 in Inez. Three players hit double digits en route to a 60-36 win. The team then traveled to Lexington to play in the White, Greer, and Maggard Holiday Classic over the…
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Inez Elementary announces Leaders of the Month
INEZ — Principal Amanda Fields, teachers and staff recently announced the Leaders of the Month at Inez Elementary School. Kindergarten First Grade Second Grade Third Grade Fourth Grade Fifth Grade Sixth Grade PE School Counselor Art/Music Library Principal Staff of the Month
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Cardinals JV picks up two wins
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Martin County High School boys JV squad picked up two wins in Inez. Below is a recap of JV action. MC vs Grace Christian – Brayden Marcum and Aiden Copeland combined for 27 points en route to defeating Grace Christian 54-22 on Dec. 13. The Cards jumped…
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Martin County civil suits Dec. 13-19
INEZ — Martin Circuit Clerk Denise Gauze reported the following civil suits filed in her office Dec. 13-19: LVNV Funding LLC vs. Danielle Fletcher. Lendmark Financial Services/Paintsville vs. Christopher Sesco. Dwayne Collins vs. Sandy Collins. Credit Acceptance Corporation vs. Randall Linder. Elias Stacy et al vs. 3M Company et al.
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Laugh and Learn Playdate brings fun and learning
BY NORA RAY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Children from infancy to age 5 participated in a “Cookies and Cocoa” Laugh and Learn Playdate on Friday at the Martin County Cooperative Extension Office. The event featured a reading of “The Christmas Mouse.” Hands-on activities included making Play-Doh cookies, exploring a hot cocoa-themed sensory bin, dot painting,…