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Martin County adds firepower for 2026-27 basketball campaign
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The 15th Region got shaken up this offseason. Four student-athletes have relocated to Inez over the summer break. Martin County, coming off a 22-10 campaign, a 15th Region All “A” championship and an Elite Eight finish in the All ‘A’ Classic state tournament, is loading up for the…
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Cal Ripken announces softball All-Stars
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County Cal Ripken has announced its softball all-star selections for the 2026 season, recognizing standout players who will represent the league in tournament play this summer. The All-Stars will play in Johnson County amongst regional teams the weekend of June 25-30. All-Stars selections include Hope Dials, Alicemae…
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Brandon Wells sharpens skills at Union Commonwealth University
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN UNION — Martin County High School football player Brandon Wells put his work in the trenches on display at the Union Commonwealth University prospect camp. Wells showed his skills as an offensive lineman and experienced center while working in front of college coaches and staff. The Cardinal lineman used the…
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Martin County court docket
INEZ — Judge Brett Butcher heard the following cases June 9 in Martin District Court: Floyd Howell Jr. (arraignment) — Public intoxication of controlled substance (excludes alcohol): Pleaded not guilty, pretrial conference 8/4/26 at 10 a.m. Miranda Martin (arraignment) — Assault, fourth degree, no visible injury; assault, fourth degree, minor injury; harassing communications; criminal abuse,…
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Martin County civil suits, deeds and marriages
INEZ — Martin Circuit Clerk Denise Gauze reported six civil suits filed in her office from June 5 to June 11. Meanwhile, Martin County Clerk Susie Skyles reported two deeds and two marriages recorded in her office through June 10. Civil suits Credit Acceptance Corporation vs. Ann Ball. Danna Hinkle vs. Rhonda G. Sartaine. LVNV…
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Robbie Dale Sheppard Obituary
Robbie Dale Sheppard 1963—2026 Robbie Dale Sheppard, 62, passed away June 7, 2026, at Pikeville Medical Center surrounded by the love of his family. Born Sept. 23, 1963, Robbie was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend whose kindness and dedication touched many lives. Robbie worked many years as a security guard and…
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Church, women, wonder and why?
BY DR. GLENN MOLLETTE The National Council of Churches says 15,000 churches are expected to close this year, and 100,000 more are at risk of closure over the next few years. They reason that younger generations are not attending and that operating costs have increased. Lifeway Research says 4,000 Protestant churches closed in 2024, but…
