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Sewer district, county collaborate
BY LISA STAYTON MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County Sanitation District representatives held a productive meeting with county leaders signaling a renewed commitment to collaboration in completing repairs to the Inez and Tug Valley sewer treatment plants. Jimmy Don Kerr, chairman of the sanitation board, shared details of the meeting during a sanitation board session…
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Martin County announces summer hoops showcase
BY BOO NEWSOME MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County High School boys basketball team is gearing up to host an exciting showcase of top teams and players from the 14th, 15th and 16th regions June 5 and 12. Head basketball coach Jason James has put together an impressive lineup for this two-day summer event. “We…
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Cardinals basketball summer schedule unveiled
BY BOO NEWSOME MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County Cardinals basketball, fresh off a record-breaking 2022-2023 season, is gearing up for an action-packed summer with a series of games and camps. Coach Jason James emphasized the importance of his players working hard and having fun. “We are excited to be back in the gym and…
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Martin County Middle School football signups, workouts commence
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — Wesley Hager, the football coach at Martin County Middle School, has revealed the schedule for the upcoming 2023 season and initiated summer workouts for the team. Hager has set signups for Monday (May 29) at the football field from 4-5 p.m. Voluntary workouts will be held every Monday, Tuesday and…
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Couple arrested for endangering a minor and drug-related offenses
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Efforts by the Martin County Sheriff’s Office resulted in the arrest of Jonathan E. Mollett, 35, and Jennifer E. Miller, 39, both of Inez, on multiple drug-related charges and endangering the welfare of a minor. The arrests took place Thursday afternoon following the execution of a search warrant…
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Camp of Champions Basketball Camp kicks off Tuesday at MCHS
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — The Camp of Champions Basketball Camp kicks off Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday at Martin County High School. The cost for all three days of the camp is $50. Registration will be from 8 a.m.-9 a.m. May 30. Participants can register and pay at the door. The Camp of Champions is…
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Wanted: Vendors, donations for 2023 Back to School Bash
Event set for Aug. 3 in Inez CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — Organizers are calling for vendors and donations for this year’s Back to School Bash. “Your commitment to providing necessary supplies to assist students in obtaining an education is a vital asset, and we are grateful for your support,” organizers said. “Any school supplies…
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Inez Elementary announces awards
INEZ — Principal Amanda Fields, teachers and staff recently announced End of Nine Week/End of Year Awards at Inez Elementary School. MAP Growth Awards went to Weston Muncy, Braxton Hall, Jalynn Daniel, Kace Fitch, Kash Howell, Jase VanHoose, Macie Callaham, Kinslee Callaham and Brodix Howell. Sixth Grade Top of the Class Awards went to Morgan…
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Two arrested before woman could ‘shove’ drugs inside her body
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Police arrested two for trafficking meth and fentanyl before a female had time to hide the drugs inside her body. Deputy David Adams with the Martin County Sheriff’s Office stopped a pickup Saturday around 1:30 a.m. on Route 3 in Inez for having a loud muffler and no…
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Christmas in the Mountains set for Nov. 26-Dec. 2
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Christmas in the Mountains 2023 is set for Nov. 26-Dec. 2 in downtown Inez. Organizer Linda Lou Webb announced that A Merry Little Christmas Party kicks off the festival Nov. 26 at the Collier Center, where a new Mr. and Ms. Christmas in the Mountains will be crowned.…
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