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Martin County Records
Civil Suits INEZ — Martin Circuit Clerk Denise Gauze reported the following civil cases filed in her office: Cash Express vs. Gregory Scott. Cash Express vs. Amy Jude. Cash Express vs. Tasha Horn. Cash Express vs. Angelina Fuggitt. Cash Express vs. Whitley Stacy. Cash Express vs. Jennifer Waller. Cash Express vs. Allison Gamble. Cash Express…
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Martin County Court Docket
INEZ — Judge John Chafin heard the following cases June 5-6 in Martin District Court: John Michael Cornette (arraignment) — No operator’s/moped license: Pleaded not guilty, pretrial 9/12/23 at 9 a.m. George A. Dalton (motion hour) — Operating on suspended/revoked operator’s license; possession of controlled substance, first degree, first offense (methamphetamine): Set 6/20/23 at 10:30…
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Community project seeks to document cemeteries in Martin County
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT MARTIN COUNTY — To honor the rich history of Martin County, the Stories of Place program has launched an exciting community project. Now in its fifth year, the program aims to foster intergenerational connections by providing an opportunity for Martin Countians of all ages to share their stories. This summer, the program…
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KBC blood drive coming to Inez
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — Kentucky Blood Center is calling on donors in Martin County to save the summer by donating blood. KBC will conduct a bloodmobile June 22 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Marion Hale Lodge in Inez. All donors at this KBC drive will receive a limited-edition “Give Back, Give Blood” T-shirt (while…
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Harvest Festival announces stellar lineup of bands
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The much-anticipated Martin County Harvest Festival is set to take place Sept. 15 and 16 in Inez, promising a weekend of incredible music and entertainment. The festival, organized by the Kiwanis Club, recently unveiled its headlining acts, which include three top bands: The Lonesome Goats, Laid Back Country…
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Drug court is not a ‘get-out-of-jail’ card
From the program’s humble beginnings in Martin County with just three participants in a pilot program back in 2003, drug court has evolved, dispelling the misconception that it is a “get-out-of-jail” card. Instead, it has become a transformative force that offers individuals an opportunity to reclaim their lives. Drug court graduation day in Inez symbolizes…
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Coach Pitch, Little League wrap up tournament championships
INEZ — The Martin County Cal Ripken League wrapped up Coach Pitch and Little League championship tournaments last week. Teams were seeded in their tournament bracket based on their regular season records. Below is a recap of the tournament action. Ballers claim Coach Pitch championship In the Coach Pitch division, the Falcons and the Ballers…
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IES 21st Century visits zoo
Inez Elementary School 21st Century Summer Program students traveled to the Louisville Zoo on Friday. Under director Lois Cassady, the program is open to any IES incoming K-6 student Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-2 p.m., and runs through June 23. Cassady invites students to come join the fun. The program includes one field trip per week, fun-filled…
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Horn appointed to Inez City Commission
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Mayor Ed Daniels officially announced the appointment of Carolynn P. Horn as a new commissioner of the City of Inez. Horn, a seasoned public servant with 30 years of experience as the circuit clerk in Martin County, assumed the position May 31. She will be fulfilling the term…
