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Haven of Rest director inspires Kiwanis Club
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Haven of Rest serves families visiting their incarcerated loved ones and ministers to the community, assisting those in need. Director Debe Polich was the guest speaker during the Kiwanis Club luncheon Thursday at Shufflin Café and shared her ministry’s mission. Polich arrived in Martin County in 2011 as…
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Trick or Treat dates and Halloween events announced
BY RACHEL DOVE MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — It is almost time for children to don their favorite costumes and take to the streets to fill their bags with tasty treats. Martin and all surrounding counties, except one, have planned Trick or Treat for the same night. Martin, Floyd, Johnson, Magoffin and Pike counties in Kentucky…
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Martin County Arrest Report
INEZ — Martin County Sheriff John Kirk’s Office reported the following arrests: Glenn Stepp, 44, of Louisa, was arrested Monday on Old Route 3/Fitch Branch in Inez for careless driving and driving DUI-suspended. Sheriff Kirk saw Stepp pass a truck in a blind curve in oncoming traffic. Deputy Kidd reported that Stepp was driving on…
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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: LVNV Funding LLC vs. Gladys Adams aka Gladys Stacy. Cavalry SPV I LLC As Assignee of Citibank vs. Shawna Rust. Marie Stacy Morrison vs. Paul Ruben Morrison. Kelli Jo Blair vs. Jared Blair. JG Wentworth Originations vs.…
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From classroom to camera: Opal & Ash Photography lights up Main Street
Opal & Ash Photography, the latest gem on Main Street in Inez, unveiled its doors with an open house Friday. The event was to introduce Tori Gauze, owner and photographer, and showcase the studio’s array of services. Opal & Ash, located behind the Dairy Drive-In at 210 E. Main Street, Rear Building, specializes in weddings, senior…
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Martin County Arrest Report
INEZ — Martin County Sheriff John Kirk’s Department reported the following arrests: Floyd Howell, 50, of Inez, was arrested Tuesday on E. Main Street in Inez for possession of a controlled substance, prescription not in proper container, no insurance and no registration. Sheriff Kirk stopped Howell’s vehicle for crossing the center line. According to the…
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Martin County Heritage Day slated for Saturday
BY RACHEL DOVE MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — In today’s fast-paced world driven by technological advancement, the desire to preserve the Appalachian heritage remains alive and well in Martin County. Continuing the tradition that the Roy F. Collier Community Center and friends started, members of the community band together each year for Martin County Heritage Day.…
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Inez Elementary hosts Heritage Day
Inez Elementary School hosted its annual Heritage Day on Sept. 29. The day consisted of many events for students to participate in, such as pumpkin-carving, wax museum, square dancing and various student projects like rag dolls, instruments and fishing poles. The event also hosted several exhibits from community members for the students to visit. Inside,…
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Fourth and fifth graders shine in IES’s Wax Museum
INEZ — Inez Elementary’s Wax Museum, held Sept. 29, was a huge success. The fourth and fifth graders researched and gave a presentation and speech about their chosen famous personalities. A big thank you is owed to Jordan Horn’s AP History Class from Martin County High School, who stepped in to judge the competition for…
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Basketball practice officially opens Oct. 15
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The first official day of high school basketball practice is set for Oct. 15. As the date approaches, the Martin County Cardinals and Lady Cardinals are riding on the momentum of their remarkable 2022-2023 campaigns and are eager to prepare for the 2023-2024 season. Last year, the Cardinals…
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