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Inez Elementary announces January Students of the Month
INEZ — Inez Elementary School Principal Amanda Fields, along with teachers and staff, recently recognized January 2025 Students of the Month at Inez Elementary School. Kindergarten Mrs. Becky Cain: Jackson Todd Mrs. Sara Moore: Daniel Summers 1st Grade Ms. Robynn Haney: Hadilynn Endicott Mrs. Krista Runyon: Madi Adkins 2nd Grade Mrs. Rita Mills: Heidi Endicott…
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Blueberry Pancake Day
Residents of Martin County Health Care Facility celebrated National Blueberry Pancake Day with a delightful event hosted by the activities department.
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Coalfield Development expands workforce training to Kermit and Inez
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. — A West Virginia nonprofit is ramping up efforts to equip Appalachian residents with the skills needed for jobs in both traditional and emerging industries. Coalfield Development, based in Wayne County, has announced two upcoming workforce training sessions in Kermit and Inez. These sessions will provide entry-level skills and certifications to those seeking…
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Cardinals go 2-2
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County split their games this week with wins over Magoffin County and Floyd Central. The Cards had two close losses at the hands of Johnson Central and Huntington Prep. The following is a recap of last week’s action: MC vs Htown Prep – The Cards had a…
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Lady Cards win two
May sets 3-point record BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — After cancellations and snow delays, Coach Robin Newsome’s Lady Cards went full steam ahead this week with two wins versus Phelps and Morgan County. The squad put up a valiant fight against district foe Johnson Central but fell short. The following is a recap…
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Tommy’s Auto Sales Player of the Week: Maci Maynard
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Maci Maynard is the Tommy’s Auto Sales Player of the Week. Maynard had a monster night against Phelps on Jan. 27 when she pulled down 20 rebounds off the glass and fired in 24 points. She recorded another double-double with 12 points and 12 rebounds in a 59-48…
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Tourism targets April 1 opening for wedding venue
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Martin County Tourism Commission is pressing forward with efforts to open a wedding venue in the Historic Martin County Courthouse—an initiative that could bring revenue to pay their own bills. At a meeting Jan. 27, Commission Chair Nita Collier announced that the newly installed heating and cooling…
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JAG KY expands to adults aged 18-24: New program launches in E. Kentucky
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Marcie Hanson has dedicated 30 years to Jobs for America’s Graduates (JAG) in Martin County. As the Kiwanis Club guest speaker Thursday, she introduced a new JAG KY program to help young adults ages 18 to 24. The Kiwanis Club meeting took place at Giovanni’s in Inez. “Our…
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Martin County Arrest Report
INEZ — Martin County Sheriff John Kirk’s Office reported the following arrests: Jordan Maynard, 27, of Lovely, was arrested Tuesday on a bench warrant. Chief Deputy Chris Kidd made the arrest. Justin E. Marcum, 37, of Inez, was arrested Tuesday on a bench warrant for court. Joseph Christopher Jude, 43, of Lovely, was arrested Tuesday…
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Local man arrested after allegedly brandishing gun
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — A 30-year-old man was arrested Jan. 28 on a charge of first-degree wanton endangerment after allegedly brandishing a handgun and threatening another man, authorities said. Logan Allen, of Inez, was taken into custody by the Johnson County Sheriff’s Department on a warrant obtained in Martin County by James Presley, also…
