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Charles Joseph Davis Obituary
Charles Joseph Davis 1961—2026 Charles Joseph Davis, 64, formerly of Inez, lovingly known as “Chuck” and affectionately called “Ringo” by his friends, passed away Thursday, Jan. 15, 2026, at his home in Lenore, West Virginia, surrounded by his living family. Born Aug. 30, 1961, he was the son of the late Joann Campbell Davis and…
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Pet blessing box opens in Inez
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — On a sunny but cool Monday in Inez, a small wooden structure shaped like a doghouse became the focus of an unusually warm gathering. Students from Martin County High School stood beside local officials and neighbors outside Inez City Hall as a ribbon was cut for the town’s…
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Danny Eugene Goble Obituary
Danny Eugene Goble 1947—2026 Danny Eugene Goble, 78, of Inez, passed away peacefully Jan. 7, 2026, in the presence of his loving family. Born March 14, 1947, he was the son of the late Henry Goble Jr. and Laura “Bootsie” Maynard Goble. Danny is survived by his wife, Sandra (Kinser) Goble of Inez, with whom…
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Darvin J. Morrison Jr. Obituary
Darvin J. Morrison Jr. 1971—2026 Darvin J. Morrison Jr., 54, of Inez, passed away Jan. 3, 2026, at Pikeville Medical Center, Pikeville. Born Dec. 18, 1971, in Columbus, Ohio, he was the son of Shirley Baldwin Morrison of Debord and the late Darvin J. Morrison. In addition to his father, he is preceded in death…
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Edward Lynn Moore Obituary
Edward Lynn Moore 1959—2025 Edward Lynn Moore, age 66, of Inez, passed away Dec. 30, 2025. Born June 28, 1959, in Logan, West Virginia, he was the son of the late Wes and Sarah Moore. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by three brothers, Darrell, Michael and Paul Moore, and one…
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Rosetta Bowen Obituary
Rosetta Bowen Dec. 23, 2025 Rosetta Bowen, age 88, of Inez, passed away peacefully at her home Tuesday, Dec. 23, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Rosetta was the heart of her family and a pillar of strength to all who knew her. She devoted her life to caring for her children and grandchildren, always…
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Specialty Court celebrates Christmas with families
INEZ — Specialty Court programs serving Johnson, Martin and Lawrence counties hosted a Christmas party for participants and their families Friday at the Collier Center in Inez. Children enjoyed a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus and received Christmas gifts. Event organizers said Specialty Court plays an important role in the justice system by providing…
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Angel Breakfast celebrates the true meaning of Christmas
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Christmas Angel Breakfast filled the Collier Center with gratitude and the glow of community Saturday morning. Families gathered to share a meal and celebrate the heart of the season. Children left with full bellies and parents with grateful hearts. Volunteers left with the knowledge that they helped…
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Martin County arrest report
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — Martin County Sheriff John Kirk’s Office reported the following arrests: Robert Michael Bowens, 56, of Boons Camp, was arrested Monday in Inez on a Johnson County charge of flagrant nonsupport. Deputy Jameson Wall served the warrant. John Henry Jude, 56, of Debord, was arrested at 8:21 p.m. Monday at Fields…
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ACLC to host forum Thursday on Kentucky Power rate hike
INEZ — Appalachian Citizens’ Law Center will host a public conversation Thursday, Dec. 11, on Kentucky Power’s latest proposed rate increase. The session is set for 5:30–6:30 p.m. at the Martin County Senior Citizens Center in Inez. Organizers say the meeting is for residents concerned about rising electric bills. Attendees will learn the details of…
