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Martin County Middle powers past Lenore 32-6
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN LENORE — Martin County Middle School football powered past Lenore 32-6 Saturday before the game was called in the third quarter. The Cardinals dominated both sides of the ball, putting together an explosive first half. Braxten Pack opened scoring with a touchdown, followed by another from Ryder Little. Landon Estep…
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Kennadi Mollett Memorial Tournament set June 13-15
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN LENORE — An event dedicated to the memory of Kennadi Mollett will take place June 13-15 at Lenore Community Center. E & A Hoop Dreams announced the inaugural Kennadi Mollett Memorial Tournament that will feature high school girls’ teams and 7th and 9th grade boys’ teams. “Kennadi had a huge…
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Former Lovely man fatally shot in Lenore
Story updated July 9 BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN LENORE, W.Va. — A former Lovely, Kentucky, man was fatally shot early Friday morning at a residence in Lenore, West Virginia, authorities said. The victim, Charles Speer, 42, of Kermit, West Virginia, was pronounced dead after the shooting, according to the West Virginia State Police (WVSP).…
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Mingo native nominated for Grand Ole Opry award
BY RACHEL DOVE MOUNTAIN CITIZEN LENORE, W.Va. — The road to success is often a long one filled with obstacles, pitfalls and its share of potholes. Only those who persevere and are willing to make sacrifices and stay true to their hearts find themselves at the crossroads where the road sign says, “You’ve reached your…
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David Jones named football coach at Mingo Central
Former UK, Belfry standout returning home BY KYLE LOVERN MOUNTAIN CITIZEN LENORE — As rumored and expected, Mingo Central High School will have David Jones as its new head football coach. The hiring was made official Jan. 30 at the Mingo County Schools Board of Education meeting at Lenore K-8 school, pending certification. Jones, a…
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Gladolia Evans Obituary
Gladolia Evans 1927—2022 Gladolia Evans, 94, of Lenore, W.Va. (formerly of Lovely), passed away peacefully Oct. 26, 2022, at the Martin County Health Care Facility, Inez. She was born Nov. 14, 1927, to the late Lonnie and Cordie Murphy. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Claude Evans and…
