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Martin County JAG KY students advance to nationals; quartet captures fourth straight state title
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT LEXINGTON — In a ballroom filled with buzzers, business plans and polished speeches, a delegation from Martin County found itself center stage. Eleven students from Martin County High School competed Feb. 24-25 at the Jobs for America’s Graduates Kentucky Career Development Conference in Lexington, with eight advancing to next month’s national competition.
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Kentucky lawmakers should not rewrite rules to deny Martin County
The General Assembly created the Kentucky Water and Wastewater Assistance for Troubled or Economically Restrained Systems program by statute. Lawmakers defined its purpose, established its eligibility criteria and set its scoring framework in Kentucky law. In December 2025, the Kentucky Infrastructure Authority applied those criteria and finalized the rankings for the second round of funding.
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Martin County arrest report
INEZ — Martin County Sheriff John Kirk’s Office reported the following arrests: Frankie Maynard, 49, of Pilgrim, was arrested Feb. 23 at Hammond Lane in Lovely on a bench warrant for court along with charges of public intoxication-controlled substance (excludes alcohol), drug paraphernalia buy/possession, possession of controlled substance first degree, third or greater offense (methamphetamine),
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Martin County cracks down on trash violations: Pickup service, unpaid bills, nuisance
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — From not subscribing to garbage collection service and nonpayment of bills to property nuisance, officials said Martin County residents who are out of compliance with the county’s solid waste ordinance can expect citations. The issue surfaced during the Martin County Solid Waste Board’s Feb. 4 meeting at the
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Martin County court dockets
INEZ — Judge John Kevin Holbrook heard cases Feb. 19 in Martin Circuit Court, while Judge Brett Butcher heard cases Feb. 17 in Martin District Court. Circuit Court Charlene Carter (change of plea) — 1. Possession of controlled substance, first degree, first offense; 2. Public intoxication of controlled substance (excludes alcohol): 1. Pleaded guilty, two
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Martin County civil suits and deeds
INEZ — Martin Circuit Clerk Denise Gauze reported two civil suits filed in her office through Feb. 19. Meanwhile, Martin County Clerk Susie Skyles reported one deed recorded in her office through Feb. 18. Civil Suits Merrick Bank vs. Walter M. Castle. Midland Credit Management Inc. vs. Terina M. Dingess. Deeds Carolyn Moore, Carolyn Moore
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Kings and Queens crowned at Martin County Health Care Facility
INEZ — Love and laughter filled the room at the Martin County Health Care Facility as residents were crowned “Kings and Queens” in celebration of Valentine’s Day. Against a shimmering gold backdrop adorned with a red cupid, residents took their turns on the royal throne, donning sparkling crowns and festive capes for the occasion. Staff
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First State Bank Players of the Week: Devan Maynard and Chloe May
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Devan Maynard and Chloe May are the First State Bank Players of the Week. Maynard of the Martin County Cardinals basketball team turned in a dominant performance in the Cardinals’ 82-72 road win at Shelby Valley. The senior posted a monster double-double with 17 points and 21 rebounds,
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Diabetes Connection launches Feb. 26
BY LAKEAN MEADE, RN We are excited to partner with Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH) and host their Diabetes Connection Support Group. Join us Feb. 26 at 10 a.m. for a hands-on Nutrition Demonstration where you will actively participate, ask questions and learn simple, practical nutrition tips to support everyday diabetes management. Giveaway Alert: Everyone who
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Martin County places second at KHSAA Region 8, advances 11 wrestlers to state
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN PIKEVILLE — By the end of a long Saturday inside Pike Central’s gym, the margin was unforgiving: 14 points. That was all that separated Martin County from a 2026 KHSAA Region 8 wrestling championship — close enough to feel within reach, far enough to sting. Coach Josh Muncy’s Cardinals finished
