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School board soliciting bids
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County Board of Education announced in a special meeting Oct. 11 that it is soliciting construction bids on two projects – a vestibule at the middle school and solar installation at the high school. Superintendent Larry James told BOE members about the district’s plan to construct a…
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‘Community Decorating Day’ Nov. 5 for Christmas in the Mountains
BY RACHEL DOVE MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Christmas in the Mountains “Community Decorating Day” is Sunday, Nov. 5. It is the day for folks to come to Inez and help light up the town with Christmas lights to prepare for the annual Christmas in the Mountains. “It truly takes a village,” remarked Christmas in the…
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His Place Food Pantry open every third Saturday
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — His Place Food Pantry will be open Saturday from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. for everyone to come and shop for free food. It is first come, first served at Turkey Creek Church, 1632 Tug River Road in Inez. “All we need is your name and the number in your…
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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.…