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Martin County mourns the loss of beloved high school principal Brian Charles
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Martin County School District is shocked and saddened by the sudden death of Martin County High School Principal Brian Charles. Martin County Coroner Chris Todd pronounced Charles deceased Saturday at Charles’ home in Inez, saying his death was “likely due to a heart attack.” Charles, a seasoned…
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UK signee Travis Perry to star in Zip Zone Classic
BY BOO NEWSOME MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Basketball fans will be able to catch Lyon County star and UK signee Travis Perry in action in the 2023 Zip Zone Express Tip-Off Classic set for Nov. 25 at Martin County High School. Lyon County will take on Great Crossing at 4 p.m. Perry, the leading high…
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Home heating assistance available through Dec. 15
INEZ — Households can apply for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Fall Subsidy on a first-come, first-served basis through Dec. 15 at their local Big Sandy Area Community Action Program office. LIHEAP Fall Subsidy provides households with a one-time benefit ranging from $34 to $274, depending on housing category, fuel type used for…
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Martin County blows Betsy Layne away, advances to championship
BY BOO NEWSOME MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County blew Betsy Layne away 35-6 in round 2 of the KHSAA Class 2A playoffs Friday night at The Rock in Inez. The win moves Coach Josh Muncy’s Cardinals to Class 2A round 3, where they will vie for the East Region championship Friday against the Beechwood…
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Players demonstrate skills at Cardinal Madness
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — Martin County High School basketball teams exhibited their skills Saturday in front of fans at the 2023 Cardinal Madness Red-White games. Coach Robin Newsome continues as coach of the Lady Cards, while Jason “JJ” James is back as head coach for the Cardinals. The coaches introduced their players and led…
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Mountain Citizen Player of the Week: Martin County Football
Martin County High School Football wins Mountain Citizen Player of the Week honors for the second time this season for their exceptional performance and continued success in the postseason. The Cardinals blew Betsy Layne away 35-6 in the second round of the KHSAA Class 2A playoffs Friday in Inez. The team is heading to the…
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Inez prepares for alcohol sales following wet city vote
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Inez is preparing for a significant change following the voters’ decision to allow alcohol sales, as determined by the Nov. 7 General Election. Mayor Ed Daniels announced that a special city meeting will be held Nov. 16 at 6 p.m. featuring a legal expert from the Kentucky League…
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Arrest Report
INEZ — Martin County Sheriff John Kirk’s office reported the following arrests: Richard Holiday, 39, of Debord, was arrested Monday at the U.S. Penitentiary Big Sandy in Debord on a fugitive from another state warrant. Chief Deputy Chris Kidd made the arrest. Jonathan Jackson, 35, of Lovely, was arrested Monday in Inez on a bench…