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Blazing trails in Inez
On Sept. 14, Inez will host a parade and a celebration of the thrilling promise of a new chapter in Eastern Kentucky’s outdoor adventure scene. The First Frontier Appalachian Trails (FFAT) is set to open its first adventure trail in Martin County. The Fall Hill Crawl and the Martin County Harvest Fest will help to…
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Martin County Early Learning Bus screening dates announced
The Martin County Early Learning Bus is bringing vision, hearing and speech screenings to the Library/Collier Center and Dempsey Housing Complex. Screenings are set for Aug. 26 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Library/Collier Center in Inez. On Aug. 30, screenings take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Dempsey Housing Complex…
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Davis discovers joy in painting, spreading smiles with art
INEZ — Roy Davis, a resident of Martin County Health Care Facility, has discovered a newfound passion for painting nature scenes. He takes great joy in creating these artworks and loves gifting them to others. Davis’ creations have sparked countless smiles, both from himself and those who receive his paintings.
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Crisp evenings and cold bleachers
It’s been a brat summer for 2024. But on Friday, the Martin County High School football team travels to Hazard, which means crisp evenings and cold bleachers are right around the corner. With school beginning this month, sports teams are heading into their seasons. The football team looked good on both sides of the ball…
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Volley Cards win scrimmage
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Martin County High School volleyball team took down Mann 25-14, 25-16 in a scrimmage Aug. 13 in Inez. The Lady Cards are set to begin their regular season this week with two matches versus Phelps. Martin County will host the Cardinal Classic on Aug. 24 for a…
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Tommy’s Auto Sales Player of the Week: Annaleigh Davis
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Annaleigh Davis is Tommy’s Auto Sales Player of the Week. Davis fired in 16 points for the Martin County Middle School Lady Cards in a 44-32 win over Dorton on Thursday night. In a match-up Aug. 13 versus Paintsville, the point guard had 12 points, six steals and…
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Martin County Fiscal Court purchases Warfield building
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Martin County Fiscal Court is set to purchase the J.B. Triplett Building in Warfield for $76,000. Magistrates approved the expenditure of the county’s American Rescue Plan Act allocation at the request of Judge/Executive Lon Lafferty in a meeting Thursday. Lafferty stated the county’s goal was to revitalize…
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Martin County Fiscal Court helps senior citizens center combat adult hunger
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Martin County Senior Citizens Center (MCSCC) is set to expand its meal delivery program with the addition of two new vehicles thanks to a grant the Martin County Fiscal Court is pursuing. Magistrates approved Judge/Executive Lon Lafferty’s request Thursday for authorization to apply for the grant with…
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Inez pursues vendor license compliance
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The City of Inez is pursuing vendor license compliance. Mayor Ed Daniels discussed the need to increase efforts to get vendors registered and licensed during a recent meeting. He urged commissioners to remind vendors operating locally that they must register at City Hall. “If you see a vendor…
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Excitement builds for Harvest Fest: Packed schedule and Noah Thompson
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Get ready for a weekend of unforgettable fun and community spirit as the Martin County Harvest Festival unveils an electrifying lineup of events for Sept. 13 and 14 in Inez. From thrilling carnival rides and live music by American Idol winner Noah Thompson to classic car showcases and…
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