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Appalachian Artist Festival announces 2024 musical lineup
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Appalachian Artist Festival, returning for its second year, is set to light up downtown Inez with its “hotter than blue blazes” musical lineup Aug. 3. This event celebrates Appalachian culture, bringing together an eclectic mix of musicians, artists, crafters, writers, photographers and other creative talents. This year’s…
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New deputy joins sheriff’s office in fight against rising crime
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Martin County Sheriff’s Office has welcomed a new deputy to its ranks. Deputy Chris Sesco, a 27-year-old Inez native and father of one, officially began his job Oct. 1, 2023. Sesco’s appointment comes at a critical time for the department, which is facing a resurgence of drug-related…
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Inez couple arrested on domestic violence charges
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — A domestic dispute escalated into violence Friday, leading to the arrest of James Maynard, 42, and April Hickman, 36, both residents of Inez. The Martin County Sheriff’s Department reported that the altercation occurred on Little Rockcastle Road. Deputy Chris Sesco responded to a call regarding domestic violence at the couple’s…
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Martin County Water District to save over $800,000 through loan refinancing
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Martin County Water District board has set in motion a plan to refinance two existing loans, projecting savings of approximately $817,902 over an extended period. This board finalized this decision during a special meeting Thursday at the Alliance Water Resources office in Inez. The board unanimously approved…
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Martin County Arrest Report
INEZ — Martin County Sheriff John Kirk’s Office reported the following arrests: Jordan Doyle, 26, of Inez, was arrested Monday on a bench warrant for court. Deputy Chris Sesco made the arrest. Brittany Collins, 30, of West Liberty, was arrested Monday for first-degree possession of a controlled substance (methamphetamine). Joseph C. Jude, 42, of Lovely,…
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Martin County court docket for Jan. 16
INEZ — Judge John T. Chafin heard the following cases Jan. 16 in Martin District Court: Martin Lee Gillespie (preliminary hearing) — No/expired registration plates; no/expired Kentucky registration receipt; wanton endangerment, first degree (police officer); fleeing or evading police, first degree: Defendant not present. Reset 1/30/24 at 10:30 a.m. Jimmy Maynard (preliminary hearing) — Assault,…
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Martin County civil suits and deeds
Civil Suits INEZ — Martin Circuit Clerk Denise Gauze reported the following civil suits filed in her office: CHFS Sys Acct KY Foster Care vs. Jonathan D. Sherman. CHFS Sys Acct KY Foster Care vs. Dovie A. Daniels. CHFS Sys Acct KY Foster Care vs. Gabriel Cooper. CHFS Sys Acct KY Foster Care vs. Tiffany…
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Martin County Water Crisis: Main line break, freezing temps lead to outages
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County residents have been grappling with water outages since Saturday, with the situation escalating due to freezing temperatures affecting the water supply. Outages began Saturday evening, followed by an emergency alert from the Martin County Water District at 4:25 p.m. The alert stated an 8-inch main line…
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Martin County Water District issues emergency alert for water outage
INEZ — Residents of Martin County are facing an unexpected water outage this evening following an emergency alert issued by the Martin County Water District at 4:25 p.m. The alert comes in response to an 8-inch main line break along Route 40. The water district has confirmed that to facilitate these urgent repairs, sections of…
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Winter weather cripples Martin County: Schools and government offices close amid heavy snowfall
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN MARTIN COUNTY — The first snowstorm of 2024 brought Martin County to a standstill, with heavy snow causing dangerous road conditions and widespread closures. The snow began falling Sunday, and by Tuesday, residents reported an accumulation of 6-8 inches. Schools, government offices, and several businesses have been closed since Monday.…
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