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Martin County court docket
INEZ — Judge Brett Butcher heard the following cases Aug. 6 in Martin District Court: Carla Rachelle Alexander (arraignment) — 1. Failure to wear seat belts; 2. Operating vehicle with expired operator’s license: Dismissed. Jackie Allen Jr. (arraignment) — Unlawful transaction with minor, third degree: Pleaded not guilty, pretrial conference 9/3/24 at 10 a.m. Preston…
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Martin County property transfers
INEZ — Martin County Clerk Susie Skyles reported the following deeds recorded in her office: Sharon K. Wilkinson (first party) to Colby Kirk, Cori Kirk (second party). Cecil Reed (first party) to Cecil Brian Lonnie Reed (second party). Joanie Hill (first party) to Tabitha Hill (second party).
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Martin County civil suits
INEZ — Martin Circuit Clerk Denise Gauze reported the following civil suits filed in her office: Credit Acceptance Corporation vs. Austa Booth. Pinnacle Bank Inc. vs. James Kerr et al. Jan D. Runyon vs. Elmer R Hammond et al. Denali Capital LLC vs. Christopher Staton. Midland Credit Management Inc. vs. Michelle Cramer. LVNV Funding LLC…
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OnPoint Swish adds another win
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — OnPoint Swish put up a dominating performance against the Gastonia Greyhounds on Saturday in Inez. The Swish will play their final Martin County game this Saturday at 6 p.m. Dasia Thornton continued her hot streak with a double-double in the 102-41 win. Hall of Famer and Martin County…
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MCHS Senior Golf Spotlight: Meet Deskins, Wilson and Jude
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — As the golf season gears up, we turn our attention to the senior members of the Martin County High School Cardinals and Lady Cardinals golf teams. Seniors Drew Wilson and Weston Jude are leading the Cardinals while senior Jaylee Deskins is spearheading the Lady Cards team. Deskins, a steadfast member…
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Appalachian Artist Festival triumphs in Inez
BY BUGS DIXON MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Plans for an even more spectacular Appalachian Artist Festival in 2025 are already underway following the success of this year’s event. Hosted by the City of Inez, the festival defied Saturday’s rainy forecasts, offering a day rich with music, art and cultural celebration. Conceived by Inez Commissioner Jennifer…
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Man arrested for naked outburst in Pilgrim
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — A Pilgrim man was arrested Tuesday after a naked outburst on Big Peter Cave Road. Around 9 a.m., Chief Deputy Chris Kidd of the Martin County Sheriff’s Office responded to reports of a man standing outside unclothed and screaming into the air. The officer arrived to find 53-year-old…
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Thrive Community Coalition halts lease of former library amid financial concerns
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Eric Mills, founder of the Thrive Community Coalition, announced Tuesday that he will not proceed with leasing the former library facility in Inez. This decision follows a recent audit revealing financial difficulties within the Martin County Library Taxing District. Although the library board of trustees approved the lease…
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Martin County Arrest Report
INEZ — Martin County Sheriff John Kirk’s Office reported the following arrests: Harlan Jude, 53, of Pilgrim, was arrested Tuesday on Big Peter Cave for public intoxication-controlled substance (excludes alcohol), menacing, resisting arrest, assault of a police officer, fleeing or evading police, and escape. Chief Deputy Chris Kid responded to a call reporting a naked…
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Cheers to Inez and the Appalachian Artist Festival
The Appalachian Artist Festival in Inez set a high standard on Saturday, Aug. 3. Its success was marked by incredible artistry, phenomenal music and responsible enjoyment, making it a model for other festivals. One notable aspect of this year’s festival was the inclusion of alcohol sales. Introducing such an element to public events naturally raises…
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