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Loyalty to my favorite teams
I really started following sports when I was around 10 years old. That was in the late 1960s. The love for various teams began then and remains strong to this day. Let us just say many years later I am still loyal and follow those professional and college teams. I probably started cheering for the…
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Intergenerational arts & crafts bring creativity
Residents and young volunteers shared creativity, conversation and plenty of smiles during arts & crafts at Martin County Health Care Facility. Participants worked side by side to create handmade pillows, allowing residents to connect with younger generations while enjoying an afternoon of fellowship, teamwork and fun.
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Martin County Schools announces special education records destruction
INEZ — The Martin County School District has announced its intent to destroy certain special education records in accordance with state and federal regulations implementing the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). The records scheduled for destruction contain personally identifiable information related to special education services for students who exited special education programs during the…
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Martin County court docket
INEZ — Judge Brett Butcher heard the following cases May 26 in Martin District Court: Barbara Carter (arraignment) — Harassing communications: One-year diversion on the condition that the defendant has no contact with the complaining witness, Megan Fitchpatrick. Dustie Clay (arraignment) — Cruelty to animals, second degree: Pleaded not guilty, pretrial conference 6/9/26 at 10…
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Martin County civil suits and deeds
INEZ — Martin Circuit Clerk Denise Gauze reported four civil suits filed in her office through May 28. Meanwhile Martin County Clerk Susie Skyles reported two deeds recorded in her office through May 27. Civil suits Midland Credit Management Inc. vs. Tony Harless. DNF Associates LLC vs. Christopher Preece. Capital One Na Successor by Merger…
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Martin County High School graduates 133 in Class of 2026
See our special keepsake grad section in this week’s print edition of the Mountain Citizen.
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Pope silences critics, Newsome leaves legacy
As Michael Scott famously said, “Well, well, well. How the turntables.” Just a couple of weeks ago, some Kentucky fans were ready to run Mark Pope out of Lexington. The transfer portal was not going the Wildcats’ way, and the social media panic button had been smashed repeatedly. Then Pope delivered. Kentucky landed the biggest…
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Free Fishing Weekend returns June 6-7: Fish Martin County
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN MARTIN COUNTY — Anglers can cast a line without purchasing a license or permit during Kentucky’s annual Free Fishing Weekend June 6-7, offering residents and visitors an opportunity to enjoy some of the region’s best fishing waters at no cost. A tradition dating back to 1992, Free Fishing Weekend allows…
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Donna Faye Ratcliff Obituary
Donna Faye Ratcliff 1965—2026 Donna Ratcliff, 61, passed away May 30, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of cherished memories and a legacy of love that will never be forgotten. Born Jan. 24, 1965, she was the daughter of the late Samuel Evans and Pricie Evans. Donna was the beloved wife of Lawrence Ratcliff and a…
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Jay Douglas Hinkle Obituary
Jay Douglas Hinkle 1968—2026 Jay Douglas Hinkle, of Warfield, passed away Saturday, May 30, 2026. Born Jan. 13, 1968, he was a lifelong resident of Martin County and was known for his dedication to serving others. Doug worked as a paramedic for NetCare and faithfully served his community as a former Fire Chief of the…
