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Volunteers show out for annual cleanup
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — With the Appalachian Artist Festival just around the corner, volunteers rolled up their sleeves Saturday morning to clear trash and debris from the creek and surrounding area in downtown Inez. Organizer Madison Mooney said the group pulled eight tires, several large and heavy metal pipes, and filled 20 bags with
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Attempted home break-in leads to meth arrest
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — A man tried to break into a home in Inez but ended up in jail Thursday morning after police say they caught him at the scene with meth in his pocket. Chief Deputy Chris Kidd of the Martin County Sheriff’s Office responded to a call around 8:32 a.m.
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Come home to Inez for the Appalachian Artist Festival
On Saturday, Aug. 2, the heart of Martin County will beat a little louder. Downtown Inez will fill with music, color, conversation and community as the Appalachian Artist Festival transforms Court Street into a celebration of everything that makes our region special. To our neighbors near and far, we issue this invitation: Come home. Whether
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Martin County football to debut at midnight practice
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County High School’s football program will launch its season with a “First Flight” midnight practice. The event starts July 31 and runs into the early hours of Wednesday, Aug. 1 at The Rock. The first glimpse at this year’s Cardinals will feature the first official practice in
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Big Sticks travel team captures ring
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Big Sticks 11U baseball team out of Martin County stormed through the Christmas in July tournament on July 13 going 3-0 to claim the tournament championship. The Big Sticks opened the tourney with a 4-3 win over the Pirates 11U sparked by Jonah Mills’ late-game solo home
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Colorful creativity takes flight at MCHCF
INEZ — Residents at the Martin County Health Care Facility spent a joyful afternoon of colorful creativity last week. They crafted and painted birdhouses during a special arts and crafts event organized by the Activities Department. The hands-on project brought many smiles. The residents personalized their wooden birdhouses with bright colors and unique designs, turning
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Main Street crash sends one to hospital
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — A two-vehicle collision Monday in front of the Martin County Government Center sent one person to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. According to Chief Deputy Chris Kidd of the Martin County Sheriff’s Office, the crash occurred when Jonathan Sherman, driving an S-10 pickup, attempted a right-hand turn from
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Summer Jam Sessions return this Friday with country-pop music
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Music, mics and mouthwatering eats will fill Court Street this Friday as Summer Jam Sessions return to downtown Inez for round 2 of the series. Set for 6 p.m., the July 18 jam will spotlight country/pop music led by none other than local favorite Jack Ward & The
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From macrame to moonshine: AAF vendor market to bring art and culture to Inez
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Downtown Inez will come alive Aug. 2 as the Appalachian Artist Festival transforms Court Street into a vibrant celebration of creativity and culture. From handcrafted paints and pixel art to haunting tales, earthy aromas, craft brews and mouthwatering eats, the AFF vendor market promises a one-of-a-kind sensory experience.
