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Martin County court dockets
INEZ — Judge John Kevin Holbrook heard cases Dec. 18 in Martin Circuit Court, while Judge John T. Chafin heard cases Dec. 16 in Martin District Court. Circuit Court Shawn Hopkins (change of plea) — 1. Fleeing or evading police, second degree (motor vehicle); 2. Reckless driving: 1. Pleaded guilty, one and one-half years; 2.
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Appalachia Reach Out brings deeper message to addiction recovery center in Inez
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — An exchange of gift cards carries a deeper message of hope and encouragement for residents at Addiction Recovery Care’s White Oak Hill in Inez. Once again this year, Appalachia Reach Out (ARO) stepped up to see, support and value these neighbors. Earlier this month, ARO Executive Director Dwayne
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Martin County civil suits and deeds
INEZ — Martin Circuit Clerk Denise Gauze reported 11 civil suits filed in her office from Dec. 5 to Dec. 18. Meanwhile, Martin County Clerk Susie Skyles reported five deeds recorded in her office through Dec. 18. Civil Suits Midland Credit Management Inc. vs. William H. Preece. Capital One NA Successor by Merger T vs.
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White Oak Hill ladies share Christmas cards at nursing home
INEZ — The ladies at White Oak Hill (Addiction Recovery Care) in Inez brought the Christmas spirit to life. They created handmade cards and shared them with residents at the local nursing home. White Oak Hill and Thrive Community Coalition staff supported and guided the project.
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Aubry Wilson makes a snowy new friend
Aubry Wilson found a new winter friend—proof that a little snow and a carrot nose can turn an ordinary day into something magical. She is a student at Eden Elementary School. (Submitted photo)
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Horse killed in Route 3 collision; sheriff urges action
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN DEBORD — A horse died early Sunday morning after a vehicle hit it on New Route 3 near Debord, prompting renewed concerns from Martin County Sheriff John Kirk about the danger of free-roaming horses along county roadways. The crash occurred around 7:30 a.m. No one in the vehicle received injuries.
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Whitt wins newspaper search contest
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — Martin County resident Curtis Whitt is the winner of the Mountain Citizen Christmas Nativity Search Contest and a $100 prize. Over the course of 10 weeks, Whitt successfully found each of the hidden Christmas Nativity figures placed throughout the pages of the Mountain Citizen, recording the correct page numbers on
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Specialty Court celebrates Christmas with families
INEZ — Specialty Court programs serving Johnson, Martin and Lawrence counties hosted a Christmas party for participants and their families Friday at the Collier Center in Inez. Children enjoyed a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus and received Christmas gifts. Event organizers said Specialty Court plays an important role in the justice system by providing
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Kirk & Crum Law Firm Players of the Week: Smith and Keathley
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County High School’s HaiLeigh Smith and Braxton Keathley are the Kirk & Crum Law Firm Players of the Week. Smith made Martin County High School history at the Bobby Bates Classic at the University of Virginia-Wise on Saturday. She became the program’s first female wrestler to earn
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Verladene (Setser) Carter Obituary
Verladene (Setser) Carter 1952—2025 Verladene (Setser) Carter, 73, of Tomahawk, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Dec. 16, 2025, following a brief illness. Born Feb. 10, 1952, she was the daughter of the late Virgil and Saddie (Wells) Setser. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by an infant
