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Cards win Kentucky Farm Bureau Bowl
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County’s home opener was nothing short of exceptional Friday. Devan Maynard rushed for five touchdowns in the 40-28 win over Shelby Valley to allow the Cards to claim the Kentucky Farm Bureau hardware. Martin County improves to 2-1 on the season and Valley drops to 0-3. The…
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Eden Wildcats stay perfect
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Eden Wildcats stay perfect after defeating in-county rival Inez. The following is a recap of week 3 elementary action: Eden vs Louisa – On Sept. 3 the Eden A-team defeated Louisa 23-14. Paige Stafford fired in 13 points to lead all scorers. Braylee Horn followed up with…
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Tommy’s Auto Sales Player of the Week: Bryson Elia
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Bryson Elia is the Tommy’s Auto Sales Player of the Week. Tug Valley’s All-Stater rushed for 236 yards and four touchdowns to lead the Panthers offense Friday night in a 33-12 win versus the Sherman Tide. Elia carried the football 35 times as the workhorse out of the…
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Martin County seeks $28 million to rescue troubled water and sewer systems
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County is hoping to secure crucial funding for its ailing water and sewer systems through the Kentucky Water and Wastewater Assistance for Troubled or Economically Restrained Systems program. This initiative, introduced during the 2024 General Assembly, allocates $150 million to support economically challenged water and wastewater systems…
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Community unites to preserve historic 1821 church in Inez, eyes future heritage center
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Creative community members are rallying to save the Rockcastle United Baptist Church, established in 1821 and a primary founding church of the Old Zion Association, from the relentless march of time. There are early discussions to transform the historic building into a Martin County Heritage Center, a move…
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Martin County Arrest Report
INEZ — Martin County Sheriff John Kirk’s Office reported the following arrests: Forrest Hinkle Jr., 66, of Tomahawk, had a rough Sunday when he was pulled over on Trace Fork Road and arrested on a laundry list of charges, including DUI, first-degree possession of methamphetamine, and possession of marijuana. Deputies stopped Hinkle after spotting his…
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Music alert: Harvest Fest to bring killer lineup Sept. 14
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN Clear your calendar for Sept. 14—Martin County Harvest Festival in Inez is bringing a killer lineup to town, featuring Nashville’s own Sam L. Smith, the bluegrass powerhouse Hillbilly Tradition, and local favorites Eddie Jenkins & The 606 Sound. Here’s how the night’s going to play out. 9 p.m.: Sam L.…
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Ride all day for $10
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Martin County Harvest Fest is gearing up for two days of fun Sept. 13 and 14 on Court Street. This year’s festival features four carnival rides: Ballistic Swings, Phantom’s Revenge (the swinging ship), Tubs of Fun and a rock-climbing wall. A $10 wristband allows unlimited carnival rides…