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Attempted home break-in leads to meth arrest
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — A man tried to break into a home in Inez but ended up in jail Thursday morning after police say they caught him at the scene with meth in his pocket. Chief Deputy Chris Kidd of the Martin County Sheriff’s Office responded to a call around 8:32 a.m.
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Come home to Inez for the Appalachian Artist Festival
On Saturday, Aug. 2, the heart of Martin County will beat a little louder. Downtown Inez will fill with music, color, conversation and community as the Appalachian Artist Festival transforms Court Street into a celebration of everything that makes our region special. To our neighbors near and far, we issue this invitation: Come home. Whether
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Healthy Happenings: Mobile mammography coming to Martin County Health Department
Let’s take care of ourselves, Martin County. The UK King’s Daughters Mobile Mammography Unit is coming to the Martin County Health Department on Monday, July 28 and again Wednesday, Oct. 1, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. If you are 40 or older, it is time to schedule your yearly mammogram. No doctor’s order is
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Local author to host book launch Saturday at Movies on Main
Local author and speaker Joseph Little will host the official launch of his debut memoir, “Me and Poverty: A Journey of Inspiration and Escape,” on Saturday, July 27, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the lobby of Movies on Main at the Collier Center in Inez. He invites the public to attend the free
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Martin County court docket
INEZ — Judge Kevin Holbrook heard the following cases July 17 in Martin Circuit Court: Joe Allen Evans (bond forfeiture hearing-motion to revoke bond) — Assault, second degree-domestic violence; persistent felony offender, first degree: Set for evidentiary hearing 8/7/25 at 10:59 a.m. James Hackney (change of plea) — Complicity burglary, second degree: Amended to burglary
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Martin County civil suits, deeds and marriages
INEZ — Martin Circuit Clerk Denise Gauze reported 12 civil suits filed in her office from July 11 to July 17. Meanwhile, Martin County Clerk Susie Skyles reported seven deeds and one marriage recorded in her office from July 10 to July 17. Civil Suits Republic Finance LLC vs. Judy Jude. DNF Associates LLC vs.
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Big Sticks travel team captures ring
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Big Sticks 11U baseball team out of Martin County stormed through the Christmas in July tournament on July 13 going 3-0 to claim the tournament championship. The Big Sticks opened the tourney with a 4-3 win over the Pirates 11U sparked by Jonah Mills’ late-game solo home
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Wells reflects on first season at Union; former Cardinals standout wins educational scholarship
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN BARBOURVILLE — Former Martin County Cardinal Bryston Wells is making the most of his opportunity at Union College. After earning playing time as a freshman and excelling in the classroom, he has been rewarded for his dedication. Wells is one of only four recipients out of 1,800 applicants to receive
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Tommy’s Auto Sales Player of the Week: 11U Big Sticks
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The 11U Big Sticks travel team is the Tommy’s Auto Sales Player of the Week. The club secured a ring after capturing the Christmas in July tournament July 13 in Flemingsburg. The squad squeaked by the Pirates 4-3 in the opening round. With a 3-1 win over the
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Registration opens July 22 for Popup Driver Licensing event in Lovely
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT Registration opens July 22 at 8 a.m. for a Popup Driver Licensing event set for Aug. 5 in Lovely. The event will take place at the Rufus Reed Public Library, 1442 Riverfront Road for residents of Martin County. Appointments are offered on a first-come, first-served basis and must be made online: drive.ky.gov/Drivers/Pages/Popup-Map.aspx
