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Maynard among top performers at Blue-Grey Combine
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Devan Maynard of Martin County just stepped onto a larger stage. The Blue-Grey All-American Combine: Kentucky Regional Scouting Report identified him as a top performer and a candidate for one of the upcoming All-American Bowls later this year. The report, released May 20, followed an “invitation-only” combine at
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Cards suffer nail-biter loss in 57th District
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN SALYERSVILLE — Martin County High School’s varsity baseball team suffered a heartbreaking 3-2 defeat to Johnson Central on May 19 in the first round of the 57th District Tournament at Magoffin County. The Eagles hit a walk-off single in the bottom of the seventh inning to conclude the Cardinals season.
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Cal Ripken announces All-Star selections
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County Cal Ripken has officially announced its All-Star selections for the upcoming 2025 season recognizing top talent across various age groups in softball and baseball. Softball – Sarah McCoy, Kenleigh Estep, Emily Mooney, Paisley Mooney, Kiley Wright, Macie Callaham, JaLynn McGinnis, Krista Hunt, Alice Mae Gilkey, Gabby
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Endicott signs with UPIKE softball
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Surrounded by teammates, coaches and family at Martin County High School, senior Kaylee Endicott signed May 15 to continue her academic and athletic career at the University of Pikeville. She will join UPIKE’s softball program this fall while pursuing a degree in nursing. Endicott, raised by her grandfather
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‘Sleigh Cancer’ to bring music and mission to Inez
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Courthouse Square in Inez will trade quiet for a flurry of festive action June 6, as the Sleigh Cancer Awareness Festival returns with celebration, remembrance and purpose. The event kicks off at 3 p.m. and runs until darks bringing together live music, food and drink concessions, a lively
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Healthy Happenings: Family Fun Wellness Fair – A Community Celebration of Health and Fun
BY DOROTHY DILLON The Martin County Health Department is excited to invite the community to our Family Fun Wellness Fair on Saturday, May 31 from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Martin County Library. This free event is packed with exciting activities, performances, wellness resources and giveaways for all ages. The fair will feature
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School board honors scholars, champs, standout staff
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Chairs filled quickly, leaving latecomers to line the walls as the Martin County Board of Education gathered May 12. Superintendent Larry James led a celebratory round of recognitions honoring student achievement and staff excellence at the district’s central office. Rogers Scholars James congratulated three Martin County High School
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Win free gas for a year
Blood donors at Inez festival eligible for free gas for a year, pizza perks INEZ — Donating blood this summer could come with more than the satisfaction of saving lives. It might also save you money at the gas pump. As part of its seasonal promotion, the Kentucky Blood Center (KBC) is offering a series
