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Inez announces October Students of the Month
INEZ — Principal Amanda Fields, teachers and staff recently announced the October Students of the Month at Inez Elementary School. Below is a list of students making the grade. Branson Endicott, Kindergarten, Mrs. Becky Cain. Kallie Sesco, Kindergarten, Mrs. Sara Moore. Luke Howell, First Grade, Ms. Robynn Haney. Emali Ratliff, First Grade, Ms. Krista Wheeler.…
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Martin County District Court docket (Nov. 6 and 7)
INEZ — Judge John T. Chafin heard the following cases Nov. 6 and Nov. 7 in Martin District Court: Jonathan Ray Ball (motion to set aside) — No or expired registration plates; no/expired Kentucky registration receipt; failure to produce insurance card; failure of non-owner operator to maintain required insurance, first; failure to comply with helmet…
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Martin County civil suits, deeds and marriages
Civil Suits INEZ — Martin Circuit Clerk Denise Gauze reported the following lawsuits filed in her office:Lendmark Financial Services LLC vs. Holly Kinser et al.David Collins vs. Mary Jo Collins.Capital One NA vs. Sherry Vanhoose.R&J Development Company vs. Katelyn Jude.Absolute Resolutions Investments vs. Stafford AKA Mildred OS. Deeds INEZ — Martin County Clerk Susie Skyles…
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East Region showdown: Martin County vs. Beechwood in Class 2A championship clash
BY BOO NEWSOME MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County will pursue the East Region Class 2A championship Friday night at Beechwood in Fort Mitchell. The battle of these two powerhouses begins at 7 p.m. The only prior encounter between the Cardinals and Tigers was in the 2000 Champions Bowl, where Beechwood emerged victorious over the…
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Five indicted in Martin County
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Martin County grand jury returned formal indictments Nov. 2 charging five individuals with crimes that range from child endangerment to firearms, drug possession and bail jumping. Ariel Carver, 26, of Warfield, stands accused of possession of a controlled substance in the first degree (methamphetamine), possession of a…
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Cardinal Madness set for Saturday
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — It’s that time of year, Cardinal fans. Martin County High School is set to host its annual Cardinal Madness Red and White games Saturday. This exciting event offers local fans a sneak peek at the upcoming high school girls and boys basketball teams. Fans will also get an early look…
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Mountain Citizen Player of the Week: Brock Messer
Brock Messer is the Mountain Citizen Player of the Week. Messer, running back and defensive back for Martin County, gave a remarkable performance in the first round of the 2A playoffs Friday vs. Pike Central at The Rock. He helped secure the Cardinals a second-round playoff game vs Betsy Layne. Messer racked up 199 rushing…
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Inez ends prohibition
City voters say ‘yes’ to alcoholic beverage sales BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Inez voters said “yes” to the sale of alcoholic beverages Tuesday by a slim 71-64 vote. Previously Inez was dry. The last time the alcoholic beverage option was put to the voters was Dec. 16, 2016, when voters rejected it 71-45.…
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Solar for students in Martin County
Developers donate $100,000 to support solar installation at high school BY ARIEL FUGATE INEZ — Solar on abandoned coal mines: the juxtaposition of these two energy forms has been a popular topic of conversation in recent years. The Martin County Solar Project, to be built on approximately 1,400 acres once occupied by the Martiki mine…