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Victor Slone Memorial Trail Ride set for Oct. 28 to honor late judge/executive
BY RACHEL DOVE MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The first scheduled trail ride of 2023 within Martin County will honor the late Martin County Judge/Executive Victor Slone, who championed establishing an ATV trail system in Eastern Kentucky for years. The Victor Slone Memorial Trail Ride is set for Oct. 28 at Big Sandy Regional Airport. Slone,…
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Martin County faces tough challenge against Perry Central
BY BOO NEWSOME MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Martin County Cardinals fell to a tough Perry County Central team 42-21 Friday at the Rock, marking week 6 of the high school football season. The Cardinals aimed to bounce back after a heart-wrenching 16-14 loss to Magoffin County a week earlier. Perry Central Commodores arrived fresh…
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Lady Cards fall in All ‘A’ Elite 8, ready for Super Region Oct. 4
INEZ — Martin County Lady Cards had a busy week preparing for the Elite 8 round in the All “A” Classic State Tournament. On Thursday the team traveled to Paintsville for their final Super Region game. Martin County looked sharp against Paintsville, defeating the Tigers easily 13-0. Before the game Thursday, the Lady Cards visited…
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Decorating begins for Christmas in the Mountains
BY RACHEL DOVE MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Although the autumn season is only beginning in Eastern Kentucky, the organizers of the annual Christmas in the Mountains festival are again hard at work preparing for the 2023 event (Nov. 26–Dec. 2). The volunteers are planning to transform the City of Inez into a picturesque setting that…
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Win a handmade quilt in nursing home’s annual fundraiser
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — In anticipation of their annual Christmas celebration, the Resident Council of the Martin County Health Care Facility has initiated a fundraising campaign. Leveraging the skills and generosity of local crafters, the council is raffling off a beautifully handcrafted queen/king-sized quilt named “Chandelier.” The Heirloom Quilt Society graciously donated this exquisite…
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Martin County introduces strict new garbage and nuisance ordinance
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County Fiscal Court unveiled a new solid waste and nuisance ordinance in its meeting Thursday. The 22-page ordinance implements stricter fines and penalties for violators, empowers code enforcement officers with extended authority, and establishes a code enforcement board to oversee legal proceedings. Before delving into the first…
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State drops first-degree rape charge against Beauty man due to 60-year federal sentence
BY RACHEL DOVE MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — State criminal charges, including first-degree rape, were dismissed Thursday against a Beauty man recently sentenced to 60 years in federal prison. Martin Circuit Judge Kevin Holbrook granted Assistant Commonwealth Attorney Matt Runyons’ motion to dismiss charges against Donald York, 60, of Beauty. The charges included first-degree rape, first-degree…
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Harvest Festival boosts local businesses, economy
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Kiwanis Club gathered Thursday at Shufflin Café in Inez to reflect on the overwhelming success of the 2023 Harvest Festival and announce plans for next year. “It was a great turnout. I’ve never seen so many people in the county out and about,” Kiwanis president Melissa Phelps…
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Grassy School fated for demolition amid asbestos and lead paint concern
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The old Grassy School is fated for demolition, but the Martin County Fiscal Court must first remove asbestos, lead paint and other hazardous materials from the structure. Martin County Judge/Executive Lon Lafferty recently discussed the results of the June 16-21 survey conducted by Tetra Tech Inc., confirming the…
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Election 2023: Voter deadlines and dates to remember
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — As the Nov. 7 General Election draws nearer, Martin County Clerk and Board of Elections Chairman Susie Skyle has issued reminders for all residents intending to cast their ballots. “Mark your calendars with these dates so you can participate in the election,” Skyles said. Deadline to register Skyles…
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