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COVID-19 on the rise in Martin County
Number of new cases doubled in last two weeks BY RACHEL DOVEMOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — A spike in new COVID-19 cases within Martin County has local health officials concerned as they fear the public’s relaxed attitude may be to blame. The mandates for tracking those who test positive for the virus have changed and are…
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High School Challenge returns to promote heroic act of organ donation
After a slight hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Kentucky’s circuit clerks announced that signups are open for the 2022 Donate Life Kentucky High School Challenge. The theme of the challenge this year is “Be a Hero.” The three-week competition will see which high school club or group can add the greatest number of new…
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Turkey Creek celebrates 114-year-old tradition
Mills, Horn, Crum Reunion this weekend MOUNTAIN CITIZEN STAFF INEZ — For 114 years, the Turkey Creek community in Inez has celebrated a special homecoming event. This event — the “Mills, Horn and Crum Reunion” or “September Meeting” — begins this weekend. Anyone who wishes is invited to attend the services and eat with families…
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Harvest Fest announces updated events schedule
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — The 25th Annual Martin County Harvest Festival Sept. 16 and 17 in downtown Inez announced an updated schedule last week. “The Great Pumpkin Harvest” offers hayrides, free inflatables, a rock wall, inflatable ax throwing, a train and more beginning at 11 a.m. each day. You won’t go hungry as there will…
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MCMS opens season with close loss
BY BRITTNI MCCOYMOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County Middle School opened football season Aug. 16 with a loss against Betsy Layne at home. The Cards had a chance on their final drive, but fell to the Bobcats 14-20. On a Betsy Layne possession in the opening quarter, Parker Maynard had an interception near the endzone.…
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Martin County shuts out Morgan County 10-0
BY BRITTNI MCCOYMOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County’s offense obliterated Morgan County 10-0 in a matchup Aug. 13 at The Rock. Marlie Fletcher got the shutout at goalie with five saves for the evening. Laura Hale made a splash after her return from injury with four goals and four assists. Sophie McCoy has pulled off…
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Play of the Week: Ava Farnham
The Martin County Middle School girls hosted Magoffin County Aug. 23. Magoffin hit a late surge and pulled within three in the last two minutes. Ava Farnham hit a key trey from the wing to seal the deal for the Lady Cards for a 28-22 win.
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Player of the Week: Lena Hale
Brought to you by Dairy Drive In Martin County High School junior midfielder Lena Hale is the Mountain Citizen Player of the Week. Hale has taken on a big responsibility as team captain of the girls soccer team. The Lady Cards have been working on improving their defense, and Hale’s leadership is proving to be…
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Lady Cards volleyball continues to improve
BY BRITTNI MCCOYMOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — In what has been a rebuilding year for the Martin County volleyball team, the Cards continue to make improvements this season. The roster includes nine freshmen and three eighth-graders, with only two seniors on the squad. Despite their youth, they continue to hang with veteran teams. On Aug. 16,…