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A mother’s legacy: Reflections from her daughters
Editor’s Note: In celebration of Rachel Stepp’s birthday, her daughters shared reflections on growing up under the care and instruction of a mother whose influence shaped their faith, character and lives. The tribute was inspired and coordinated by her husband, Thurrel Stepp, as an expression of gratitude and appreciation. Mashal Varney Mom influenced the woman
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Show up. Vote. Be heard.
The final week of the 2026 Primary Election has arrived, and Martin County voters now have multiple opportunities to make their voices heard. No-excuse early voting begins Thursday at the Martin County Clerk’s Office. Election Day follows May 19. Between early voting, absentee voting and traditional Election Day polling places, access to the ballot box
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Local businesses shower Inez mom with giveaway surprises
BY DIANE SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — There are moments when an ordinary phone call becomes something unforgettable. For Tracie Maynard of Inez, this year’s Mother’s Day Giveaway from the Mountain Citizen delivered that kind of surprise. When Maynard learned she had won the overflowing basket of gifts, excitement quickly turned to emotion. “I’ve never
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Martin County arrest report
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — Martin County Sheriff John Kirk’s Office reported the following arrests: Tyler Harrison Harless, 28, of Tomahawk, was arrested May 12 on charges of trafficking in marijuana (8 ounces to 5 pounds), first offense, and drug paraphernalia buy/possession. Deputy J.C. Kirk obtained search warrants for Harris’ residence on Gayle Carter Road
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Old sayings and their meanings
If you are like me, you probably grew up hearing a lot of old sayings that were more like proverbs. Their meanings made you think or were very logical when you thought about them. I thought I would whip out a few that I still use or have heard throughout the years. “The squeaky wheel
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Martin County court dockets
INEZ — Judge John Kevin Holbrook heard cases May 7 in Martin Circuit Court. Meanwhile, Judge John T. Chafin heard cases May 5 in Martin District Court Circuit Court Thornton Eddie Goble (change of plea) — Five counts of wanton endangerment, first – discharge of firearm, amended to wanton endangerment, first: Pleaded guilty to all
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Political jobs and all-around nice people
BY DR. GLENN MOLLETTE Men and women who run for political office must be men and women of the people, for the people. Political jobs are jobs for the people. A person who holds a political office must know that he or she is serving a massive number of people. Holding office comes with a
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Martin County football moving to District 8
BY KYLE LOVERN MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County High School will be in a different district for football starting in 2027. The KHSAA Board of Control met May 6 in Lexington, approving football alignments for the 2027 and 2028 playing seasons. This means some schools in eastern Kentucky will be in a new district
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Man jailed in brutal Inez beating
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — A Martin County man accused of brutally beating a 71-year-old man during an April cookout is behind bars after a grand jury indicted him Thursday on a first-degree assault charge. Martin County Sheriff’s deputies arrested Millard Daniel Newsome, 45, of Debord, on Friday and lodged him in the
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Lady Cards mercy-rule South Floyd
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County took advantage of patience at the plate and aggressive baserunning to roll past South Floyd 12-0 in four innings, highlighted by an inside-the-park home run from Harper Runyon in Inez April 30. The Lady Cardinals wasted no time getting on the board, scoring four runs in
