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Local businesses shower Inez mom with giveaway surprises
BY DIANE SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — There are moments when an ordinary phone call becomes something unforgettable. For Tracie Maynard of Inez, this year’s Mother’s Day Giveaway from the Mountain Citizen delivered that kind of surprise. When Maynard learned she had won the overflowing basket of gifts, excitement quickly turned to emotion. “I’ve never
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Hillbilly Breakfast returns Saturday: All you can eat for $7
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The aroma of biscuits, gravy and fried apples will once again fill the halls of Inez Elementary School this Saturday as the Kiwanis Club of Martin County hosts its annual Hillbilly Breakfast, a homegrown tradition rooted in service, community and support for local students. Set for 7 a.m.
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Martin County Public Library runs deficit, moves to fill vacancies
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Martin County Public Library is operating at a deficit with spending outpacing revenue through the first nine months of the fiscal year, according to financial statements presented in a library board meeting April 27. The library reported $535,854.09 in total revenue and $572,583.94 in expenditures through March
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Sweet moments
Cindy, a resident at Martin County Health Care Facility, helps prepare for National Nursing Home Week by stuffing a Candyland-themed piñata. Staff says she is a valued part of the community and a great asset to the activities department. “Thank you, Cindy, for all your help in making us the best.” (Submitted photo)
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Hidden treasures of the hills
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Each spring, the woods of Martin County reveal treasures easy to miss unless one looks closely. From the uncommon yellow lady slipper to prized American ginseng and goldenseal, these native plants rise quietly beneath the hardwoods, reminders that some of Appalachia’s richest beauty blooms in the shade. Long
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Kentucky Cowgirls bring birthday cheer
INEZ — Martin County Healthcare Facility turned its April birthday party into a lively celebration as the Kentucky Cowgirls brought country music, sing-alongs and smiles to residents. The group performed throughout the gathering, posed for photos and encouraged residents to join in, creating an afternoon of music and fellowship.
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Martin County court docket for April 21
INEZ — Judge John T. Chafin heard the following cases April 21 in Martin District Court: Kristen Adams (arraignment) — Resident fishing without a license/permit: Allegations taken as true, $25 fine and cost, show cause 10/6/26, send fine slip to defendant. David R. Copley (motion hour) — No/expired registration plates; all other traffic offenses not
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Health department to host Alpha-Gal Support Group May 7
BY DOROTHY DILLON INEZ — The Martin County Health Department will host an Alpha-Gal Support Group on Thursday, May 7, at 10 a.m. at the health department, 136 Rockcastle Road in Inez. The free event is open to people living with Alpha-Gal syndrome, caregivers and anyone who wants to learn more about the condition. The
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Martin County lands historic $26M WWATERS funding
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — For years, Martin County’s water crisis was measured in indignities. Brown water in bathtubs. Buckets carried up hillsides. Faucets that could not be trusted. A community forced to document its own hardship again and again, hoping that somewhere beyond the mountains, someone in power would finally pay attention.
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Frontier Housing drops DreamBuild factory in Martin County, seeks to abandon lease
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Frontier Housing wants to abandon its lease for Martin County’s industrial building in Debord, shelving a modular housing factory that was expected to create 20 to 40 jobs, Economic Development Authority (EDA) Chairman James Ayers announced during an April 8 board meeting. The Morehead-based nonprofit leased the 55,000-square-foot
