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Martin County Wrestling wins Ashland Invitational
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN ASHLAND — The Martin County High School wrestling team won the Ashland Invitational championship after attending the Tomcat Open on Dec. 7. Several wrestlers delivered strong performances and placed high in their respective weight classes. First-place winners included Jeremy Mollett (106 lbs), Jono Cline (120 lbs), Jeremy Begley (138 lbs),…
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Martin County Youth Wrestling advances to state duals
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN ASHLAND — The Martin County Youth Wrestling hosted the first KFWC Region 6 duals this weekend at Martin County High School. With the top two teams advancing to state duals next month, the Cardinals etched their name after claiming first place. Martin County Team 1 defeated West Carter 79-9 in…
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Tommy’s Auto Sales Player of the Week: Parker Watts
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Parker Watts is the Tommy’s Auto Sales Player of the Week. Watts put on a three-game clinic in Martin County’s first matchups of the season. In an 84-81 win over Pike Central, the rim rocker scorched the nets for 38 points on four 3s. He shot over 40%…
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Cards named to Academic All-State Football team
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Kentucky High School Athletic Association (KHSAA) has released its Academic All-State Football selections for the 2024-2025 season. Multiple highly talented Martin County High School players have worked diligently in the classroom this fall semester to earn themselves the distinction. Congratulations to these young student-athletes for their hard…
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State approves second solar project in Martin County; only 47 locals hired for first project
BY LISA STAYTON MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Kentucky State Board on Electric Generation and Transmission Siting has approved a second solar plant in Martin County, giving developer Savion LLC the go-ahead despite scrutiny over the company’s local hiring record. The board’s Nov. 27 decision allows for the construction of the Lynn Bark Energy Center,…
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Martin County Arrest Report
INEZ — Martin County Sheriff John H. Kirk’s Office reported the following arrests: Raymond Eugene Keeton Jr., 18, and Sonny A. Keeton, 39, both of Salyersville, were arrested Sunday at Save a Lot on Route 645 in Inez. Both men were charged with menacing and criminal trespass. Raymond Keeton also faces an additional charge of…
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Patriot Ambulance EMS ‘Stuff the Ambulance’ toy drive underway
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — Patriot Ambulance EMS is hosting its “Stuff the Ambulance” event to collect toys for children in Martin County. Last Friday, the ambulance was stationed at Blue Light Bargains. This week, Joshua Hunt, station captain for Patriot Ambulance in Martin County, invites everyone to bring donations of new toys to the ambulance parked…
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Martin County Farm Bureau recognized
LOUISVILLE — Martin County Farm Bureau received recognition during the 105th Kentucky Farm Bureau (KFB) annual meeting in Louisville for its outstanding membership and program achievement in 2024. The Dec. 6 awards program acknowledged Sonny Ward, president of Martin County Farm Bureau, as the award recipient. The award honors county Farm Bureau offices that meet…
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Martin County court dockets Dec. 2-5
Circuit Court INEZ — Judge John Kevin Holbrook heard the following cases Dec. 5 in Martin Circuit Court: Steve A. Marcum (motion to revoke probation) — Bench warrant to remain active. Paul Brewer (change of plea) — Bail jumping, first degree: Pleaded guilty, sentencing 12/19/24 at 10 a.m., one and one-half years, concurrent to Martin…
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Martin County deeds and marriages Dec. 2-5
INEZ — Martin County Clerk Susie Skyles reported the following deeds and marriages recorded in her office Dec. 2-5: Deeds Misty Fletcher (party 1) to Alan Brown, Terri Brown (party 2). William Bradley Pack, Rana Pack (party 1) to Marshall Fannin, Diana Fannin, Rana Pack (party 2). Carla Fitzpatrick (party 1) to SJ Newsome (party…
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