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Crum Reservoir crisis demands urgent action
The current state of Crum Reservoir in Martin County is a cause for serious concern. The reservoir has reached a possibly all-time low level, with dead fish strewn along its banks, painting a grim picture of the severity of the situation. The absence of an intake pump at the river has become a primary concern
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Crum Reservoir reaches all-time low level
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Crum Reservoir hit a possibly all-time low level Tuesday morning, prompting concerns among residents about the possibility of a major water outage in Martin County. Dead fish were found scattered along the reservoir’s banks, highlighting the severity of the situation. With the current water levels even lower than
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Martin County High School principal retires
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — A landmark era has ended at Martin County High School as Principal Martha Williams retired after a distinguished 27-year career in education, the last four years of which were spent at MCHS. As part of a sentimental tradition, Williams shared her end-of-the-year clean desk post on Facebook for
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Martin County Records
Civil Suits INEZ — Martin Circuit Clerk Denise Gauze reported the following civil cases filed in her office: Cash Express vs. Gregory Scott. Cash Express vs. Amy Jude. Cash Express vs. Tasha Horn. Cash Express vs. Angelina Fuggitt. Cash Express vs. Whitley Stacy. Cash Express vs. Jennifer Waller. Cash Express vs. Allison Gamble. Cash Express
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Martin County Court Docket
INEZ — Judge John Chafin heard the following cases June 5-6 in Martin District Court: John Michael Cornette (arraignment) — No operator’s/moped license: Pleaded not guilty, pretrial 9/12/23 at 9 a.m. George A. Dalton (motion hour) — Operating on suspended/revoked operator’s license; possession of controlled substance, first degree, first offense (methamphetamine): Set 6/20/23 at 10:30
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Warfield IGA is a community-centered establishment
BY DIANE SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN WARFIELD — The supermarket in Warfield, which has undergone various changes in name and ownership, has remained a steadfast institution for the past seven decades. Known today as Warfield IGA, this locally-owned grocery store has been providing the community with a wide selection of fresh, high-quality foods at affordable prices.
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Accused drunken driver charged with endangering child
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN DEBORD — An accused drunken driver faces charges after her vehicle became stuck June 7 in Debord with a child inside. Martin County Deputy Sheriff David Adams responded to a 911 call around 9 p.m. about a possibly intoxicated female “with slurred speech.” The deputy arrived at Blackberry Road to
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KBC blood drive coming to Inez
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — Kentucky Blood Center is calling on donors in Martin County to save the summer by donating blood. KBC will conduct a bloodmobile June 22 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Marion Hale Lodge in Inez. All donors at this KBC drive will receive a limited-edition “Give Back, Give Blood” T-shirt (while
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Harvest Festival announces stellar lineup of bands
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The much-anticipated Martin County Harvest Festival is set to take place Sept. 15 and 16 in Inez, promising a weekend of incredible music and entertainment. The festival, organized by the Kiwanis Club, recently unveiled its headlining acts, which include three top bands: The Lonesome Goats, Laid Back Country
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Drug court is not a ‘get-out-of-jail’ card
From the program’s humble beginnings in Martin County with just three participants in a pilot program back in 2003, drug court has evolved, dispelling the misconception that it is a “get-out-of-jail” card. Instead, it has become a transformative force that offers individuals an opportunity to reclaim their lives. Drug court graduation day in Inez symbolizes
