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Martin County court docket March 25-26
Martin District Court INEZ — Judge John T. Chafin heard the following cases March 25-26 in Martin District Court: Colby Michael Adkins (arraignment) — No/expired registration plates; no/expired Kentucky registration receipt; failure to produce insurance card; improper display of registration plates: Order. Rivas Aguilar (arraignment) — Speeding 18 mph over limit: Failure to appear. Amy…
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Martin County civil suits, deeds and marriages March 22-28
Civil Suits INEZ — Martin Circuit Clerk Denise Gauze reported the following civil suits filed in her office March 22-28: Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC vs. Jennifer McGinnis. Barclays Bank Delaware vs. Darrell Fraley. Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC vs. Donald Perkins. Rodney Fuggett vs. Melanie Fuggett. Frelinda Courtney Dove vs. Brian Dove. LVNV Funding LLC vs.…
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Tomahawk man accepts plea in fatal 2022 crash on Old Route 3
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — A Tomahawk man has accepted a plea agreement for his role in a fatal crash that occurred in April 2022 on Old Route 3. Timothy Ramey II, 20, pleaded guilty to reckless homicide resulting in the death of 15-year-old Brenda Maynard of Inez. The tragic incident unfolded around 4:30 a.m.…
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Martin County Arrest Report
INEZ — Martin County Sheriff John Kirk’s Office reported the following arrests: James Hackney, 41, of Lovely, was arrested Monday on Lackey Branch Road in Pilgrim for second-degree burglary (complicity) and third-degree criminal mischief (complicity). Chief Deputy Chris Kidd responded to a call Friday from a victim saying his home on Buck Branch Road in…
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Martin County FBLA students triumph at regional conference, gear up for state
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County Area Technology Center FBLA students and business instructor Thomas Ray shared the chapter’s success story during a luncheon Thursday hosted by the Kiwanis Club at Masterpiece Kitchen & Cafe in Inez. The chapter leadership presented insights into the significance of FBLA and the invaluable opportunities it…
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Health and Resource Fair set for April 4 in Inez
INEZ — Martin County Senior Citizens Center director Jennifer Jude Crum invites everyone to the center’s annual Health and Resource Fair, set for April 4 from 10 a.m. until noon. The event will feature: • Free King’s Daughters Medical Center EKGs • Free Gospel Light Mission’s Eye Exam and Glasses • Big Sandy Area Development District…
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Sew n Sew Quilters stitch raffle quilt for animal rescue
INEZ — In a display of community and creativity, Sew n Sew Quilters of Martin County have stitched together help for animals in need. Their latest masterpiece, dubbed “Doggie in the Window,” is a fundraising effort to support animal rescue operations in Eastern Kentucky and neighboring states. This quilt, measuring 50×60 inches, features a black…
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Cardinals knock off Hawks, Hornets
BY BOO NEWSOME MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County soared to two wins in week 2 of the 2024 baseball season. The Cardinals defeated Pike County Central 9-3 in a home game March 19 and Phelps 17-7 in a contest Thursday at Cardinal Field. The two wins stretch Martin County’s streak to three straight victories.…
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Lady Cards defeat Lady Rebels, fall to East Carter, Grace Christian
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT GLENHAYES, W.Va. — Martin County softball notched its second win of the season over the Tolsia Lady Rebels 15-0 in winter weather conditions March 18 on the road. Snow blanketed the field for the first three innings. Freezing temperatures added to the conditions, but players remained focused. The Lady Cardinals wasted no…
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Martin County track results
Martin County High School track team showcased impressive performances at their first meet March 19 at Prestonsburg High School. Freshman standout Faith Caldwell won the 1600-meter race, clinching first place with a time of 6 minutes, 53 seconds. Sophomore Gavin Stepp secured a third-place finish in the same event, clocking in at 6 minutes flat.