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Lafferty receives first college offer
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County football standout Crayson “Bones” Lafferty received his first official college offer this weekend from Midway University. The Cardinal senior visited the scenic Midway campus earlier this season and impressed coaches with his performance on both sides of the ball. Lafferty, known for his defensive dominance, currently
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Zip Zone Classic to bring top basketball talent to Inez Nov. 29
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The 2025–26 high school basketball season is upon us and the hottest preseason showcase in the state of Kentucky is returning to Martin County High School on Nov. 29. The Zip Zone Express Tip-Off Classic once again brings together elite programs from across the Commonwealth and West Virginia,
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Martin County advances to 15th Region championship
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN PAINTSVILLE — The Martin County High School girls soccer team came out of fall break firing on all cylinders. The Lady Cards rolled past Prestonsburg 8-0 Monday to advance to the 15th Region championship game Thursday at Johnson Central. Martin County was in command from the start. Just two minutes
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Inez Drug Store Player of the Week: Jaz Jude
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County High School’s Jaz Jude is the Inez Drug Store Player of the Week. The freshman led the offensive surge in the Lady Cardinals’ 8-0 regional semifinal victory over Prestonsburg Monday night. Jude accounted for half of Martin County’s scoring with four goals. Two of those were
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Mullins takes two college visits
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County High School’s Kendal Mullins is making the most of his senior football season, on the field and off it. The versatile lineman recently took part in two college game day experiences as he explores opportunities to play at the next level. Mullins attended a game day
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Homecoming of Kentucky’s top educator: Dr. Fletcher visits Martin County
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County High School students welcomed home one of their own Friday — Dr. Robbie Fletcher, Kentucky Commissioner of Education — who returned to the same community where his lifelong journey in education began. Fletcher, who grew up in Martin County, spoke with students in the school auditorium,
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Local high school students commit to career training at Carl D. Perkins
PRESTONSBURG — Around 82 local students from Martin County High School, Johnson Central High School and Paintsville Independent High School took their first step toward brighter futures Sept. 18 during a special Signing Day Event at the Carl D. Perkins Job Corps Center. The day began with a warm welcome from security staff and students
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Cardinals cruise to 48-18 win over Leslie County
BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County High School football (6-1) tacked on another win Friday to make it six in a row. The Redbirds rolled past Leslie County (2-5) by a score of 48-18 behind three interceptions from the Cardinals defense. Martin County rushed for 234 yards and five touchdowns while allowing only
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Lady Cards take down Russell for first time
Martin County secures top seed in regional BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN RUSSELL — In a historical season, the Martin County High School girls soccer team again made history Sept. 30. The Cards defeated Russell 3-2 on the road for the program’s first-ever win over the Red Devils. The Lady Cardinals struck first just under
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Lady Cards wrap up stellar season
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN ASHLAND — The Martin County Lady Cards finished their season as arguably one of the best middle school teams in the mountains. The B and C teams picked up wins over Boyd County on Sept. 25 to close out the season. The Cardinals had a convincing 26-12 win over the
