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Furry friends steal the spotlight at 4-H Pet Show
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Fourth Annual 4-H Pet Show turned heads and wagged tails at the Martin County Harvest Festival on Friday, showcasing the talents of local youth and their four-legged companions. Hosted by the Martin County 4-H Youth Development Organization of the University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service, the event
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Young voices shine in JAG Speech & Poetry Contest
INEZ — What a morning on Court Street. The Ninth Annual Harvest Fest Speech & Poetry Contest by Martin County High School Jobs for America’s Graduates showcased students’ talent, passion and creativity Friday on the Harvest Fest stage. Nineteen students rose to the occasion this year and entered the contest. Standout students earning top honors
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Martin County Heritage Day to celebrate Appalachian traditions
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The sights, sounds, and tastes of Appalachian heritage will come alive Saturday, Oct. 11 as Martin County hosts Heritage Day beginning at 11 a.m. The celebration will take place along Kingfisher Branch Trail and God’s Promise Trail in Inez. Families can step back in time for an old-fashioned
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Thrive Community Coalition brings hope during Recovery Month
BY KAYLA STORMS THRIVE RECOVER WELL September is National Recovery Month, a time to celebrate the strength of those in recovery and the communities that support them. In Martin County, Thrive Community Coalition is leading the way by working alongside the Martin County Health Department to provide vital support for individuals facing addiction, those in
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Swinging for Recovery event Sept. 27 in Inez
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — Martin County Cares and Kentucky Specialty Courts will host the Fifth Annual Swinging for Recovery softball event Saturday, Sept. 27, from 12 to 4 p.m. at the Inez Little League Ballfield. This year’s matchup is Team Gusto vs. Team Tenacity. Expect an afternoon of fun, fellowship and hope in recognition
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Martin County arrest report
INEZ — Martin County Sheriff John Kirk’s Office reported the following arrests: Johnny King, 54, of Tomahawk, was arrested Monday for driving on a DUI-suspended license, rear license not illuminated, failure to produce an insurance card, and no registration receipt. Tracey Beaver, 27, of Hazard, was arrested Monday for contempt of court, libel/slander, and resistance
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Harvest Fest ‘Community’
INEZ — The spirit of togetherness filled downtown Inez during the Harvest Festival on Friday and Saturday, prompting Lovely photographer Andrew Gess of Ace Images to capture aerial photographs. One of which he titled “Community.” Gess’s “Community” shows folks mingling around the courthouse square, where music, food and carnival rides brought life to the streets
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McCoy wins speech contest
Jenna McCoy is the winner of the Martin County Harvest Fest Speech Contest in the 6th-grade division.
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Martin County court docket
INEZ — Judge John T. Chafin heard the following cases Sept. 8 and 9 in Martin District Court: William Ray Evans (arraignment) — No/expired registration plates; no/expired Kentucky registration receipt: Order. Haskel Justin Mills (arraignment) — Failure to or improper signal; disregarding stop sign: Six-month diversion, DCPT 3/10/26. Michael Mills (arraignment) — 1. Rear license
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Martin County civil suits, deeds and marriages
INEZ — Martin Circuit Clerk Denise Gauze reported the following 12 civil suits filed in her office Sept. 5-11. Meanwhile Martin County Clerk Susie Skyles reported 16 deeds and one marriage recorded in her office. Civil Suits Brandy Nicole Ratliff vs. Austin Blake Ratliff. Kayla Lynn Sammons vs. Neil David Sammons. Capital One NA Successor
