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Martin County cheer team runner-up
Martin County High School cheer team finished as the Region 8 KHSAA runner-up at Shelby Valley High School on Nov. 16. The squad will return to state competition under the direction of head coach Nikki Moore.
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Martin County court docket for 11/12/2024
INEZ — Judge Brett Butcher heard the following cases Nov. 12 in Martin District Court: Wesley Borders (arraignment) — Driving on DUI-suspended license, first offense: Pleaded not guilty, pretrial conference 2/4/25 at 10 a.m. Johnny M. Carter (arraignment) — Possession of controlled substance, first degree, first offense (methamphetamine): Preliminary hearing 12/10/24 at 11 a.m. Jimmy…
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Martin County civil suits Nov. 8-14
INEZ — Martin Circuit Clerk Denise Gauze reported the following civil suits filed in her office Nov. 18-14: Credit Acceptance Corporation vs. James Mollett et al. Midland Credit Management Inc. vs. Keith Sweeney. Gary Lee Carter vs. Pamela Christine Neal. Credit Acceptance Corporation vs. Ricky Burgess et al. BMO Bank NA vs. Coalfield Lumber Co…
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Martin County property transfers for Nov. 7-13
INEZ — Martin County Clerk Susie Skyles reported the following deeds recorded in her office Nov. 7-13: C David Horn, James Grant Horn (party 1) to C David Horn, James Grant Horn (party 2). Sandy Sheppard (party 1) to Jimmy Darnell Cook (party 2). Judy M. Thacker (party 1) to Jason Thacker (party 2). Rabon…
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Cardinal Madness draws large crowd
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Cardinal faithful were introduced to the Martin County basketball teams on Saturday at the annual Cardinal Madness held at the high school. The day started off with the county elementary teams taking on Burch and Louisa, followed by Martin County Middle up against Lenore. At 7 p.m.…
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Thrive and advance: Cards take down Hawks in 2A first round
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — There was that sweet, fall crispness to the air that everyone had been waiting for on Friday night in the first round of the Class 2A state playoffs. Martin County’s faithful gathered around The Rock with their hoodies and blankets while the Cards caught fire for a beatdown…
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Cardinal Madness schedule released
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County High School will have its annual Cardinal Madness Red White this Saturday. The event gives the Cardinal faithful their first glimpse at this year’s boys and girls squads. Inez Elementary will kick off the day at 2 p.m., followed by Eden Elementary with two games at…
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Top teams to clash at Zip Zone Express Tip-Off Classic
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Kentucky’s premier preseason basketball event is just a little over two weeks away. The Zip Zone Express Tip-Off Classic kicks off at 11 a.m. Nov. 30 at Martin County High School. Once again, Martin County coach Jason James has put together a top-tier lineup for basketball enthusiasts, featuring…
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Tommy’s Auto Sales Player of the Week: Peyton Lowe
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Tommy’s Auto Sales Player of the Week is Martin County’s Peyton Lowe. Lowe is ranked 41st in tackling in 2A, with an average of eight per game. He sacked the quarterback for a loss of 11 yards when Pike Central began gaining steam. Lowe and the Cards defeated…
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Hale and Caldwell named to All-State team
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County High School soccer standouts Laura Hale and Faith Caldwell have earned All-State Honorable Mention for the 2024-2025 season, placing them among Kentucky’s top high school players. Hale displayed her playmaking skills, ranking fifth in the state with an average of 1.2 assists per game. She also…
