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Martin County civil suits, deeds and marriages
Civil Suits INEZ — Martin Circuit Clerk Denise Gauze reported the following civil suits filed in her office: Kentucky Foster Care System Acct vs. Jennifer Miller. One Main Financial Group LLC vs. Zachary T. Callaham. Kentucky Foster Care System Acct vs. David E. Sluss. Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC vs. Anthony Preece. Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC…
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Martin County Court Docket for July 11
INEZ — Judge Brett Butcher heard the following cases July 11 in Martin District Court: Ryan Robert Arlinghaus (arraignment) — Speeding 25 mph over the limit: Failure to appear. Henry Butcher (arraignment) — Possession of controlled substance, first degree, first offense (methamphetamine): Preliminary hearing 8/1/23 at 10:30 a.m. Caleb M. Costa (set aside Failure to…
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Martin County primed for 2023 football season
BY BOO NEWSOME MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — As the 2023 season fast approaches, the Martin County Cardinals, under the guidance of Coach Josh Muncy, are primed to build on their successful 2022 run. Last season, the Cardinals posted a 7-5 record, marking their best district finish since 2010. They clinched the runner-up spot in District…
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Martin County volleyball tryouts July 17
BY BOO NEWSOME MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County Lady Cardinals Volleyball, under the direction of head coach Krista Newsome, will conduct tryouts July 17 at Martin County High School from 5-8 p.m. All players must have a KHSAA physical and a copy of their insurance card. Coach Newsome said she is excited to get…
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School starts Aug. 9 for Martin County students
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — With less than a month of summer vacation left, students in Martin County will soon return to the classroom. The school district has announced its academic calendar for the 2023-2024 school year, setting the date for students to return Aug. 9. Teachers, however, will be back in school even earlier,…
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Martin County residents can ‘bridge the water gap’ in EEC meeting in Inez
This Friday in Inez, the Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet’s quarterly Martin County Water District Workgroup meeting offers Martin County residents a vital platform to have their voices heard by Frankfort officials. The meeting is scheduled for 1 p.m. at the Collier Center, 387 East Main Street, a significant opportunity for residents to bring their…
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Passion for dance ignites in Inez: The Inez Dance Academy inspires young talent
BY LISA STAYTON MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The art of dance has found a new home in Inez, thanks to the dedication and passion of Abbie Crowe Fitch, founder of The Inez Dance Academy. Fitch, a seasoned dancer and instructor, established the academy last fall to foster young talent and provide a nurturing environment for…
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Clerk explains new taxation on campers
Campers defined and taxed as ‘motor vehicles’ BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Kentucky has expanded its statutory definition of “motor vehicle” to include recreational vehicles, even nonmotorized ones, in a significant shift in tax liability. In an interview last week, Martin County Clerk Susie Skyles explained what this change means to residents. “As…