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Martin County civil suits through Dec. 5
INEZ — Martin Circuit Clerk Denise Gauze reported the following civil suits filed in her office through Dec. 5: LVNV Funding LLC vs. Johnny Golden.
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Martin County grand jury delivers five indictments
Meth, missed court dates, and an ATV chase fuel charges BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — A Martin County grand jury delivered a quintet of indictments Thursday. From an alleged ATV chase to alleged meth-filled pockets and broken court dates, here is the rundown: Jerry Thomas Spence, 47, of Kermit, West Virginia: Spence is…
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Martin County unveils new emergency tools to tackle disasters
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Preparedness is paramount when disaster strikes and Martin County is stepping up to meet the challenge. Last week the county’s Emergency Management Services (EMS) added a new mobile LED light plant and cargo trailer to its arsenal. These tools, according to Martin County Judge/Executive Lon Lafferty, will enhance…
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Library board grapples with $306k deficit in Martin County
BY LISA STAYTON MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Martin County Public Library found itself facing a financial deficit of $306,511 through the first four months of the fiscal year. In a Nov. 25 meeting, the library board presented a financial statement outlining income of $162,801 and expenditures totaling $469,312 through Oct. 31. Although not reflected…
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Christian Help registering families for Christmas distribution through Dec. 13
Mingo, Martin and Wayne counties BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN KERMIT, W.Va. — The glow of the holiday season shines a little brighter in Mingo, Martin and Wayne counties thanks to the unwavering efforts of Christian Help. This year, the organization continues its annual tradition of holiday generosity through its Christmas Distribution. Signups will continue…
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Martin County Arrest Report
INEZ — Martin County Sheriff John Kirk’s Office reported the following arrests: Brianna K. Ellis, 20, of Lexington, was arrested Monday on a bench warrant for court. William Wallace Newsome, 36, of Kermit, West Virginia, was arrested Friday afternoon in Inez on Route 40 near Buck Creek Hill. His lineup of charges includes first-degree possession…
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Past harm is not a free ticket to future exploitation
Martin County’s past does not excuse future harm of any kind. We have heard simplistic statements from regulators, elected officials and developers (in public hearings and otherwise) such as, “Anything (nuisance) wouldn’t be as [bad] as coal mining.” Those words come from a place of ignorance and condescension. Let us explain. When regulators and officials…
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Zip Zone brings exciting day of basketball to Inez
Martin County tops Tug Valley in showdown BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Organizers deemed the annual Zip Zone Express Tip Off Classic a success Saturday at Martin County High School. The showcase brought some of the best talent from the region to Inez. Sponsor Zip Zone announced the event broke a record by raising over…
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Martin County court docket for Nov. 26
INEZ — Judge Brett Butcher heard the following cases Nov. 26 in Martin District Court: Kellan Adams (arraignment) — Speeding 24 mph over limit: Failure to appear. Rosanna Bowen (arraignment) — Operating on suspended/revoked operator’s license: Pleaded guilty, $100 fine and court cost ($243), show cause 5/13/25 at 9:30 a.m. Helen Marie Bowens (arraignment) —…
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Martin County deeds and marriages
INEZ — Martin County Clerk Susie Skyles reported the following deeds and marriages recorded in her office Nov. 22-25: Deeds Fletcher Enterprises LLC (party 1) to Howells Recycling & Sanitation Inc. (party 2). Kenney McCoy, Debbie Lynn McCoy (party 1) to Jennifer Rebecca Bowers (party 2). Marriages Tylar Harrison Harless, 26, of Tomahawk, and Brianna…
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