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Olympian Jim Gruenwald leads Martin County wrestling clinic
BY JASON JEWELL FOR THE CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County welcomed back a familiar and influential figure this past weekend as Olympian and Wheaton College Head Coach Jim Gruenwald returned for his second visit. After first coming to Martin County last year, Gruenwald has continued building strong relationships with local athletes and students. His return
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Kirk and Crum Law Firm Player of the Week: Haley Robinson
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Haley Robinson of Martin County High School is the Kirk and Crum Law Office Player of the Week. Robinson was second up to bat for the Lady Cardinals in an April 15 game against Betsy Layne and started her night off with a double to deep left field.
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Pauletta Mills Hinkle Obituary
Pauletta Mills Hinkle 1955—2026 Pauletta Mills Hinkle, age 71, of Louisa, passed away April 13, 2026, at her residence. Born March 29, 1955, she was the daughter of the late James Mills Jr. and Ethel Pack Mills. In addition to her parents, Pauletta was preceded in death by her husband, John H. Maynard; one daughter,
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Ralph Moore Obituary
Ralph Moore 1939—2026 Ralph Moore, 86, of Inez, passed away April 6, 2026, at King’s Daughters Medical Center in Ashland. Born Dec. 16, 1939, in Martin County, he was the son of the late Thurman and Mary (Stacy) Moore. In addition to his parents, Ralph was preceded in death by his wife, Tilda (Dials) Moore;
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Martin County Soil and Water Conservation honors students at Art & Writing Contest Banquet
INEZ — The Martin County Soil and Water Conservation District recognized students from across the county April 7 during its annual Art & Writing Contest Banquet, honoring participation and top entries in this year’s competition. Students from local elementary, middle and high schools attended the banquet at the Martin County Cooperative Extension Services office, where
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Residents enjoy friendly competition at Martin County Health Care Facility
INEZ — There was no shortage of laughter or friendly rivalry at Martin County Health Care Facility as residents gathered for an afternoon of table games and fellowship. From Connect Four to beanbag toss and tic-tac-toe, the games offered a fun way for residents to stay engaged and enjoy one another’s company.
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Inez Elementary honors Students & Staff of the Month
INEZ — Inez Elementary School is celebrating a new group of standout students and staff members after recently announcing its Students & Staff of the Month. Principal Amanda Fields, teachers and staff recognized students from each grade level and several special areas for their accomplishments, leadership and positive example at school. The school also named
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Extension office to host swarm trap workshop for aspiring beekeepers
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — Martin County residents interested in beekeeping will have a chance to build their own swarm traps as the Martin County Cooperative Extension Service teams up with the Martin County Beekeepers Association for a hands-on workshop in Inez. The “Swarm Trap Building” program is on the schedule for Friday, April 24,
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Trash complaint sparks code enforcement reckoning in Martin County
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — A complaint about missed garbage pickups turned into a reckoning over code enforcement in the April 1 meeting of the Martin County Solid Waste Code Enforcement Board. Residents, officials and law enforcement questioned whether haulers are meeting contract requirements and whether the board and code enforcement are doing
