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Kiwanis welcomes Martin County athletic director, basketball stars
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Kiwanis Club welcomed Martin County High School athletic director Chuck White and basketball stars Braxton Keathley and Bryson Dials as guest speakers Thursday. The trio outlined expectations for the upcoming season and previewed this year’s Zip Zone Classic set for this Saturday, Nov. 29 at MCHS. Keathley,
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Healthy Happenings: MyPlate makes portion control simple
BY LAKEAN MEADE, RN November is National Diabetes Month, and one of the easiest ways to manage or prevent diabetes starts right on your plate. The MyPlate method makes portion control simple — no measuring cups needed: ½ plate veggies & fruits – fill up on color and fiber ¼ plate whole grains or starches
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Lady Cards eye another title
Preseason test at Kennadi Mollett game in Zip Zone BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Fresh off an All ‘A’ regional championship and a 16-10 season (11-5 region, 3-4 district), Martin County brings back interior size and perimeter shooting, plus a senior backcourt determined to lead. The Lady Cards outscored opponents 1,396–1,275 last year behind
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Cardinal Madness set for Nov. 20
Dinner tickets available BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Basketball fans are expected to pack the gym Nov. 20 for Cardinal Madness at Martin County High School. The preseason event will showcase the Cardinals and Lady Cards. The evening-long slate will feature elementary, middle school and high school teams, along with a dunk contest, 3-point
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Preece commits to KCU
BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County High School senior volleyball player Kristin Preece has made her college choice, verbally committing to continue her career at Kentucky Christian University. Preece, a key contributor and leader for the Lady Cardinals, said the school’s faith-based environment was the first thing that drew her in. “What caught
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Youth group hosts Turkey Trot 5K
INEZ — Residents laced up and trotted through downtown Inez on Saturday for a spirited Turkey Trot 5K and Fun Run sponsored by the Turkey Creek Church of the Nazarene Youth Group. The event raised $220 to help send six students to the 2026 Nazarene Youth Conference in Salt Lake City. Thirteen runners and walkers
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Blood drive Nov. 25 in Inez
INEZ — It is time to sock it to blood shortages. To do that, donors must step up. Donors can put their feet up and donate blood Nov. 25 in Inez. The Kentucky Blood Center will conduct a drive from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Collier Center gym. All donors will receive a
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Veterans Day tribute honors Griffen
INEZ — Martin County Health Care Facility paid special tribute to Harrison Griffen Jr. in honor of Veterans Day, recognizing his service and sacrifice. God bless Harrison and God bless America.
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Martin County storms past Betsy Layne in 2A playoffs
BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — On a cold, rain-soaked senior night at The Rock, Martin County (9-2) took Betsy Layne’s (4-7) best shot in the first round of the Class 2A KHSAA state playoffs. Coach Josh Muncy’s crew rallied from an early deficit to defeat the Bobcats 42-26 Nov. 7, extending the careers of
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Devan Maynard earns Class 2A District 7 Player of the Year
BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County senior quarterback Devan Maynard is the Class 2A District 7 Player of the Year after turning in one of the most dominant all-around seasons in Kentucky this fall. Maynard powered the Cardinals to a 9-2 record while ranking among the Class 2A leaders in rushing, passing, scoring
