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Martin County arrest report
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — Martin County Sheriff John Kirk’s office reported the following arrests: Robert Moore, 50, of Tomahawk, went to jail May 31 after his arrest on Old Middle Fork Road in Inez. He faces charges of operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol, first, and operating an all-terrain vehicle on…
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Fireworks July 4 in Inez
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT For 250 years, America has celebrated freedom. In Inez, the sky will celebrate too. The Inez Volunteer Fire Department will continue one of Martin County’s favorite Independence Day traditions Saturday, July 4, with its annual fireworks display in downtown Inez. Jarrod Slone, Inez firefighter and Martin County Tourism board member, said the…
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The future is leaving the parking lot
Friday night, 133 members of the Martin County High School Class of 2026 walked across the stage at Cardinal Stadium and into a future that is both uncertain and full of possibility. For many of us, it is difficult to remember a time when these graduates were not part of our community’s daily life. We…
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Fitch, Shearer wed in Cincinnati ceremony
The families of Dylan Michael Fitch and Mila Layne Shearer are pleased to announce their marriage May 29, 2026. The couple exchanged vows in a ceremony at The Monastery Event Center in Cincinnati, Ohio, surrounded by family and friends. Following the ceremony, a reception honored the newlyweds. The couple will reside in Huntsville, Alabama. Dylan,…
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School board recognizes national JAG competitors
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Martin County Board of Education honored nationally recognized Jobs for America’s Graduates students during its May meeting, spotlighting middle and high school teams that placed among the nation’s best at last month’s National Career Development Conference in Salt Lake City. Martin County students continued a streak of…
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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…
