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Martin County Primary Election 2024 results
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — As most people predicted, Republican Donald Trump carried the Martin County vote for President of the United States, receiving 790 votes. President Joe Biden carried his party’s vote in Martin County with 45 votes. Republican Harold “Hal” Rogers easily carried Martin County’s vote for U.S. Representative in Congress…
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Martin County Arrest Report
INEZ — Martin County Sheriff John Kirk’s Office reported the following arrests: Samuel McCoy, 74, of Flatgap, was arrested Tuesday on Milo Road in Tomahawk for operating a motor vehicle under the influence of substance. Chief Deputy Chris Kidd was dispatched to South Milo for a vehicle in a ditch. The deputy said he found…
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Martin County court dockets
Circuit Court INEZ — Judge John Kevin Holbrook heard the following cases May 16 in Martin Circuit Court: Tommy Booth (arraignment) — Trafficking in marijuana 8 ounces-5 pounds, first offense: Pleaded not guilty, pretrial 6/20/24 at 11 a.m. Andrea Caudill (arraignment) — Complicity/unlawful acquiring metals (injury to property equals $3,000); first-degree possession of controlled substance…
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Martin County deeds and marriages
INEZ — Martin County Clerk Susie Skyles reported the following deeds and marriages recorded in her office: Deeds Herbert Moore (first party) to Unverified (second party). Don Parsons Jr. (first party) to Michael Ryan McGaha (second party). Mary Preece, Ricky Preece (first party) to Don Parsons Jr. (second party). Gwyan Brent Horn, Barbara Bernice Horn…
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The Inez Dance Academy delights audience with Spring Recital
BY KYLE CREAMER MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Inez Dance Academy welcomed a crowd to its 2024 Spring Recital this past Saturday at the Collier Center. The event highlighted the year in dance for students, showcasing their skills and progress in front of their families and the community. The Inez Dance Academy founder and dance…
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Food, music and Jesus
INEZ — Several gospel groups performed Saturday during a benefit singing in downtown Inez. The event featured a ton of good food and fun and helped raise funds to pay summer camp fees for the Martin County Cardinals Youth Wrestling Club. Performers included Savannah Jo/Wesley Young, Bradley Goble, Caroline Russell, Shae Jewell, Cody Lowe, Steven…
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Cards end regular season with two wins
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Martin County High School baseball team snapped their losing streak with two wins over Betsy Layne to end the regular season. The following is a recap of last week’s action: MCHS at Betsy Layne The Cards traveled to Betsy Layne May 14 for a 15th Region match-up.…
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Martin County standout Noah Mollette signs with Kentucky Christian University
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County’s Noah Mollette signed his letter of intent to play football at Kentucky Christian University during a ceremony May 13 in the Martin County High School Auditorium. The lineman’s family, teammates and coaches joined him for the big moment. “We’re all excited for him,” head football coach…
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Crum signs with Kentucky Christian
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — May 17 was a monumental day for senior Tate Crum. The offensive lineman signed to continue his football career with Kentucky Christian University as friends and family gathered around at Martin County High School. The Cardinal began his football career when he fell in love with the sport…
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Two Lady Cards receive offers from Alice Lloyd
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County High School basketball standouts Brooke Marcum and Chloe May received offers May 7 from Alice Lloyd College to play basketball at the next level. The two sophomores saw plenty of playing time this season in all 32 games. Marcum shot 35.1% from the field and averaged…