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Music, moonshine, medieval flair take over Appalachian Artist Festival, July 31-Aug. 1
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — For two days this summer, downtown Inez will become the sort of place where an Elvis tribute artist, a moonshine maker, a mounted archer and a mouth-painting artist can all reasonably be considered part of the same plan. The fourth annual Appalachian Artist Festival returns July 31 and…
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Paul Hinkle Obituary
Paul Hinkle 1931—2026 Paul Hinkle, 94, of Inez, passed away peacefully July 17, 2026, at his home. Born Oct. 10, 1931, in Inez, he was the son of the late Printis and Rosa Dalton Hinkle. Paul worked for many years with Norfolk Southern Railroad before finishing his career at Wolf Creek Collieries Preparation Plant. He…
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Irene (Stepp) Hackney Hensley Obituary
Irene (Stepp) Hackney Hensley 1949—2026 Irene (Stepp) Hackney Hensley completed her earthly journey July 16, 2026, surrounded by the love of those whose lives she touched so deeply. She leaves behind a legacy of kindness, compassion, and unwavering devotion to her family and her savior, Jesus Christ. Irene was a loving homemaker who found joy…
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James Edwin Cook Obituary
James Edwin Cook 1943—2026 James Edwin Cook, age 83, of Riverside, California, formerly of Martin County, Kentucky, passed away July 12, 2026. Born June 27, 1943, in Debord, Kentucky, he was the son of the late Edwin and Drethel Spence Cook. James is survived by his two sons, Brian (JoAnn) Cook and Duane Cook, both…
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Star-spangled celebration
INEZ — Martin County Health Care Facility residents celebrated Independence Day with a cookout, fresh watermelon and plenty of patriotic fun. Residents posed with red, white and blue decorations and enjoyed time together on America’s 250th anniversary.
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Donna Rae (Butcher) Watson Obituary
Donna Rae (Butcher) Watson 1940—2026 Donna Rae (Butcher) Watson, 86, of Broadway, Ohio, formerly of Martin County, passed away June 29, 2026, at Prestige Gardens in Marysville, Ohio. Born May 8, 1940, in Martin County, she was the daughter of the late Thurmond and Ora (Cline) Butcher. In addition to her parents, she was preceded…
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Martin County seniors prove competitive spirit never gets old
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — If there were a medal count for enthusiasm, the Martin County Senior Citizens Center might have swept that category, too. A group of local seniors traveled to the 39th annual Big Sandy Senior Games in May and returned home with an impressive collection of top finishes in everything from bowling…
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Debate over data centers
There is a huge debate and divide over proposed data centers. I have read numerous articles and watched television news reports about these facilities. It seems that wherever they are proposed or being built, there are both positive and negative sides to the story. If you are like me, you are not very knowledgeable about…
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Retired Teachers pay tribute to colleagues and friends
BY ROSSALENE COX The Martin County Retired Teachers Association held a memorial service May 29 in remembrance of educators who passed away in the last year. The meeting, held at the Collier Center in Inez, honored Billie Jean Fields, John Goble, Joe Hammond, Willis Ray Haws, Ardonis Muncy, Ruth Stepp, James Webb and Lutie Williams.…
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Martin County civil suits and deeds
INEZ — Martin Circuit Clerk Denise Gauze reported seven civil suits filed in her office from June 12 to June 18. Meanwhile, Martin County Clerk Susie Skyles reported nine deeds recorded in her office through June 17. Civil suits Delana Boyd Copley vs. Lewis Copley. R&J Development vs. Carolyn Jude. LVNV Funding LLC vs. Aaron…
