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VANISHED: Six years later family still searching for answers in Jonathan Coleman disappearance
BY ANNIE HOLLER MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Six years after Jonathan Coleman vanished his family is still searching for answers — and still waiting to bring him home. Coleman, an Inez man with deep ties to the Wolf Creek community, was reported missing Jan. 24, 2020. Known as “Red” to family and friends, he would
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Lafferty presses senate, governor for $26M WWATERS funds
Judge/executive invokes coal legacy BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County Judge/Executive Lon Lafferty used a special Fiscal Court meeting March 26 to publicly urge the Kentucky Senate and Gov. Andy Beshear to approve $25.8 million in WWATERS funding for local water and sewer projects, arguing the county has earned basic infrastructure after
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Finding joy in every creation
With a spring tree blooming behind her and a handmade treasure in her hands, Mrs. Thelma Moore lights up the room at Martin County Health Care Facility. Moore proudly displays a soft blue vase she crafted during activities, one of many projects that reflect her creativity and the joy she finds in making something beautiful.
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Popping into fun
With fresh popcorn in hand and a smile that says she is ready for fun, Martin County Health Care Facility resident Fannie Chapman settles into another happy moment. Whether it is a favorite snack or a shared activity, Chapman brings warmth and delight to community life.
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Springtime cheer
A burst of spring brightens the lobby at Martin County Health Care Facility, where this whimsical seasonal tree blooms with pastel flowers, butterflies, birds and twinkling lights. Topped with a lavish floral bow, the display brings a little springtime cheer to residents, staff and visitors.
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Lucille Rose Obituary
Lucille Rose 1961—2026 Lucille Rose, age 64, of Inez, passed away March 27, 2026, at Highlands ARH Medical Center in Prestonsburg. Born Sept. 8, 1961, she was the daughter of the late Jesse Maynard and Gracie Maynard. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth Ray Rose; daughter, Savannah
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Cards baseball opens season against tough competition
BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County’s baseball team opened the 2026 season against a pair of tough opponents last week. The Cards dropped games to Hazard and Knox Central to begin the year 0-2. The Cardinals started the season March 18 at Cardinal Park. Hazard used a big sixth inning to pull away
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Lady Cards softball opens season 1-2
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County Lady Cards softball opened the 2026 softball season with a 1-2 record and earned a 13-11 win over Elliott County on March 21. The Lady Cards dropped their season opener 10-0 at Breathitt County on March 19, then fell 3-0 to Mingo Central on Saturday. The
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Martin County boys tennis stays unbeaten in Shelby Valley rematch
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County’s boys tennis team improved to 5-0 Monday with another victory over Shelby Valley, this time winning the rematch at Bob Amos Park after also defeating the Wildcats at home Friday. The Cards split their tennis matches against Shelby Valley on Friday, with the Cardinals earning a
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Martin County court dockets
INEZ — Judge John Kevin Holbrook heard cases March 19 in Martin Circuit Court, while Judge Brett Butcher heard cases March 17 in Martin District Court. Circuit Court Jerry Thomas Spence (change of plea) — 1. Fleeing/evading police, first; 2. Operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol/drug, first offense; 3. All-terrain vehicle violations;
