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Lady Cardinals dominate Paintsville in 57th District Tournament opener
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — Martin County Lady Cardinals defeated the Paintsville Lady Tigers 56-41 Monday in the opening round of the 57th District Tournament at Martin County High School. Supporters came out in full force to cheer on the Lady Cardinals. Katie Marcum opened the scoring for Martin County with an assist from Alyssa…
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Shufflin Café sold to Addiction Recovery Care
Inez restuarant begins new chapter: Masterpiece Kitchen and Café BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The cherished Shufflin’ Café in Inez is embarking on a new chapter named Masterpiece Kitchen and Café. The café, under new ownership, is retaining its essence but is evolving into a hub of opportunity for women at White Oak…
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Martin County Hall of Fame announces April induction ceremony
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — The enshrining of 54 champion athletes/coaches and four KHSAA State championship teams on the “Wall of Legends” ignited nationwide celebration as the Martin County All-Sports Hall of Fame hosted its first two induction ceremonies in 2023. Set for April 27, Induction Ceremony No. 3 promises the same team spirit of…
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Lady Cards get by Pike Central, fall to Menifee
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT Lady Cards got by Pike Central Lady Hawks 60-57 in a home game Thursday and dropped a close 61-59 decision to Menifee County on the road Saturday. Below is a recap of the action. MC 60, PC 57 INEZ — In a battle of regional rivals, the Martin County Lady Cardinals pulled…
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OnPoint Ballers making waves in Inez
‘The League’ and elite training at Collier Center BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — OnPoint Ballers and basketball Hall-of-Famer Carla Booth are making waves in Inez with elite basketball training and “The League.” A famed Sheldon Clark High School alumni, Booth’s illustrious career includes All-State honors in high school, runner-up Miss Basketball, a Division…
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Residents celebrate Valentine’s Day at Martin County Health Care Facility
Residents of the Martin County Health Care Facility enjoyed a delightful Valentine’s Day celebration. They were showered with flowers, sweet candies, colorful balloons and heartfelt cards. The festivities included a pizza party and a selection of exquisite specialty cookies, making the day truly special for everyone.
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Early learning bus establishes regular schedule in Martin County
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The early learning bus operates on a regular schedule Monday through Thursday, providing opportunities to Martin County children aged 3-5 who are not attending preschool or Head Start. Head Start director Michelle Harless and teacher Elaine Workman discussed the new service during a Kiwanis luncheon Thursday at Shufflin Café. The…
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Mayor advocates for vendor fees at Appalachian Artist Festival
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — During a special meeting of the City Commission, Mayor Ed Daniels expressed his belief that the upcoming Appalachian Artist Festival should charge vendor space fees to offset costs. The Feb. 12 meeting, which saw the absence of Commissioner Jennifer Wells, the festival’s organizer, became a platform for discussing…
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Martin County Arrest Report
INEZ — Martin County Sheriff John Kirk’s Office reported the following arrests: Jason Goble, 40, of Paintsville, was arrested Sunday on a bench warrant for court. Amy M. Bowen, 52, of Warfield, was arrested Thursday at Riverside for public intoxication of a controlled substance (excludes alcohol). Sheriff Kirk was dispatched on a complaint that a…
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First-ever beer sales in Inez start Feb. 21 at Zip Zone Express
BY ROGER SMITH/MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Prohibition ends Wednesday in Inez. The City issued its first-ever packaged beer license to Zip Zone Express, and the beer truck is set to deliver to the convenience store around 7 a.m. Inez had remained dry since Prohibition—a ban on the sale and import of alcoholic beverages that lasted from…