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Residents can apply for utility bill payment assistance starting July 25
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — Big Sandy Area Community Action Program (BSACAP) announced that residents in need could apply for help with their electricity, water and sewer bill payments starting July 25. The organization will accept applications for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) and Low-Income Home Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) Summer Subsidy Programs…
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Strangulation, assault, theft, drugs highlight Martin County grand jury indictments
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Strangulation, assault, theft and drug offenses highlight the numerous indictments handed down July 6 by a Martin County grand jury. Robert Williamson, 64, of Tomahawk, was indicted for second-degree strangulation and fourth-degree assault (minor injury). The indictment alleges that on two separate occasions — April 7, 2023 and Aug.…
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Martin County Public Library to launch outreach services
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN Martin County — The Martin County Public Library is expanding its outreach services with a mobile library initiative. The program is set to launch this month at Dempsey Housing, providing free books for children to promote literacy and access to library resources. “We’ve done a substantial job of bringing the…
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Cracked windshield leads to drug-related arrest
INEZ — A 31-year-old Inez man went to jail on drug-related charges after police stopped him for having a cracked windshield. Martin County Chief Deputy Sheriff Chris Kidd observed the broken windshield and pulled over Kenneth Rose on Blacklog Road, Inez, June 27. According to the police report, Kidd noticed a Dr Pepper can in…
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Revitalization project, a testament to community spirit and vision
In what may seem like an unexpected twist of events, Martin County’s abandoned jail and adjacent historic courthouse are poised to become the center of a vibrant local art scene and a burgeoning tourist attraction. This ambitious project, spearheaded by Deputy Judge/Executive Carolea Mills and Judge Lon Lafferty, epitomizes a resilient community turning the page…
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Independence Day block party shines with fireworks, music and community spirit
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — This year’s Independence Day celebration in Inez was marked by a vibrant parade, delightful food, lively music and fun-filled activities, culminating in a spectacular fireworks finale. The action-packed block party at the Martin County Public Library Collier Center was, according to organizers, the biggest and most successful ever.…
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Pallottine Foundation grants to benefit Martin and Mingo counties
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT Huntington, W.Va. — The Pallottine Foundation of Huntington has recently announced the recipients of its 2023 Healthy Communities Initiative grants. A total of 98 nonprofit organizations in the Tri-State area have been awarded over $1.5 million in grants to address health and wellness challenges. Several of the recipients serve Martin and Mingo…
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Sandy Valley Transportation gets $2 million to construct new facility
Federal funding to help 10 rural transit agencies FRANKFORT — Sandy Valley Transportation Services is among 10 rural Kentucky transit agencies receiving federal funding for upgrades. Gov. Andy Beshear announced Thursday that the transit agencies had been approved for more than $11.5 million in Federal Transit Administration funding. The agencies serving 46 Kentucky counties spanning…
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Inez woman found dead under mysterious circumstances; husband previously arrested for unlawful imprisonment
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — An Inez woman was found dead in a camper early Friday morning under perplexing circumstances. The Mountain Citizen has learned that police are investigating the death of Christina Marcum, whose unresponsive body was discovered in the 400 block of Fitch Branch Road. Martin County Coroner Chris Todd received…
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Kentucky EEC to conduct water district workgroup meeting July 14 in Inez
FRANKFORT — The Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet (EEC) announced the quarterly Martin County Water District Workgroup meeting will be July 14 in Inez. This in-person session will take at 1 p.m. at 387 East Main Street. A videoconference option via Zoom is also be available for those who cannot attend in person. According to…
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