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IES 21st Century Summer Program takes students on adventure to Carter Caves
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT OLIVE HILL — As part of Inez Elementary School’s 21st Century Summer Program, students embarked on an exciting field trip to Carter Caves Friday. Led by program director Lois Cassady, the students had the opportunity to explore the captivating Cascade Cave and enjoy a delicious meal at Golden Corral in Ashland. The…
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Crum Reservoir crisis demands urgent action
The current state of Crum Reservoir in Martin County is a cause for serious concern. The reservoir has reached a possibly all-time low level, with dead fish strewn along its banks, painting a grim picture of the severity of the situation. The absence of an intake pump at the river has become a primary concern…
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Crum Reservoir reaches all-time low level
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Crum Reservoir hit a possibly all-time low level Tuesday morning, prompting concerns among residents about the possibility of a major water outage in Martin County. Dead fish were found scattered along the reservoir’s banks, highlighting the severity of the situation. With the current water levels even lower than…
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Martin County Arrest Report
INEZ — Martin County Sheriff John Kirk’s Office reported the following arrests: Jonathan Jackson, 35, of Lovely, was arrested Sunday on Firehouse Lane in Warfield for probation violations for a felony offense. Deputy David Adams made the arrest. John A. Spears, 87, of Lovely, was arrested Saturday at his residence on Long Branch for first-degree…
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Independence Day festivities set for July 1 in Inez
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — As the summer heats up, Martin County residents eagerly await Independence Day festivities. This year downtown Inez is set to come alive July 1 starting at 5:30 p.m. with a parade, music, food, family fun and fireworks. The Kiwanis Club announced Thursday that it would sponsor the parade,…
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Martin County High School principal retires
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — A landmark era has ended at Martin County High School as Principal Martha Williams retired after a distinguished 27-year career in education, the last four years of which were spent at MCHS. As part of a sentimental tradition, Williams shared her end-of-the-year clean desk post on Facebook for…
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Martin County Records
Civil Suits INEZ — Martin Circuit Clerk Denise Gauze reported the following civil cases filed in her office: Cash Express vs. Gregory Scott. Cash Express vs. Amy Jude. Cash Express vs. Tasha Horn. Cash Express vs. Angelina Fuggitt. Cash Express vs. Whitley Stacy. Cash Express vs. Jennifer Waller. Cash Express vs. Allison Gamble. Cash Express…
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Martin County Court Docket
INEZ — Judge John Chafin heard the following cases June 5-6 in Martin District Court: John Michael Cornette (arraignment) — No operator’s/moped license: Pleaded not guilty, pretrial 9/12/23 at 9 a.m. George A. Dalton (motion hour) — Operating on suspended/revoked operator’s license; possession of controlled substance, first degree, first offense (methamphetamine): Set 6/20/23 at 10:30…
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Community project seeks to document cemeteries in Martin County
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT MARTIN COUNTY — To honor the rich history of Martin County, the Stories of Place program has launched an exciting community project. Now in its fifth year, the program aims to foster intergenerational connections by providing an opportunity for Martin Countians of all ages to share their stories. This summer, the program…
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