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‘A Princess Party’ unfolds unforgettable day of enchantment
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — An unforgettable day of enchantment unfolded Saturday as the Martin County High School Cheerleaders hosted their highly anticipated “A Princess Party.” The event welcomed little princesses from all over the county and beyond to the MCHS courtyard, creating a whirl of excitement. The festivity saw the transformation of seven cheerleaders
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Tourism board discusses updates, ‘big news coming up’ for trail system
BY PHILL BARNETT MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County Tourism Board chair Nita Collier started Monday’s meeting by adjusting the agenda. “I would like to add an executive session,” Collier said. “There are some private property owners and we need to discuss a couple of situations. I think that’s best in executive session. Can I
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Martin County Arrest Report
INEZ — Martin County Sheriff John Kirk’s Office reported the following arrests: Jordan D. Stamper, 30, of Selina, Ohio, was arrested Monday in Inez on four bench warrants and an indictment warrant. Deputy Keith Meadows made the arrest. Christopher Jordan Mollette, 35, of Tomahawk, was arrested Monday in Tomahawk on a bench warrant. Deputy J.C.
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EDA negotiating property swap with school board
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Martin County Economic Development Authority is negotiating with the county school board to exchange properties. The EDA discussed the matter and other business in a meeting June 14. The specifics of the property swap, involving a parcel adjacent to Martin County High School, remain confidential as the
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Martin County civil suits, deeds, marriages
Civil Suits INEZ — Martin County Circuit Clerk Denise Gauze announced the following civil suits filed in her office: TD Bank USA vs. Robert Hall. Chelsea Griffith vs. Cory Crum. Amanda Lynn McClanahan vs. David Joshua Brown. Deeds INEZ — Martin County Clerk Susie Skyles reported the following deeds recorded in her office: Richard Crum
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Martin County Court Docket
Circuit Court INEZ — Judge John Kevin Holbrook heard the following cases June 15 in Martin Circuit Court: Benjamin Blackburn (arraignment) — Receiving stolen property $10,000 or more: Not guilty plea, pretrial 7/20/23 at 11 a.m. Ray Carter Jr. (arraignment) — Flagrant non-support: Pleaded not guilty, pretrial 7/20/23 at 11 a.m. Jamie McNeely (arraignment) —
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Dr. Lon Lafferty: A true country doctor serving his community with compassion
BY DIANE SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — In the heart of Martin County, there is a physician who has touched countless lives throughout his long-standing career – Dr. Lon Lafferty. Driven by his faith, family values and an insatiable love for his community, Dr. Lafferty’s journey in medicine is nothing short of inspiring. His devotion
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Lowmansville man indicted on firearms, marijuana charges in Martin County
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — Matthew R. Gooslin, a 41-year-old resident of Lowmansville, is facing multiple charges, including one felony and three misdemeanors, following his indictment in Martin County. The indictment, issued June 9, accuses Gooslin of possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, improper registration plate, possession of marijuana, and giving false identifying
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Angels claim Cal Ripken softball championship
BY BOO NEWSOME MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Angels claimed the Martin County Cal Ripken League softball championship by defeating the T-Birds 11-1. The Angels, coached by Zach Callaham and Kyle Runyon, defeated Coach Tivis Hinkle’s T-Birds twice, the first time by a 14-3 score. They also defeated the Vipers 15-4 in the double-elimination tournament.
