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Dempsey lease, water upgrades, board appointments top Martin County agenda
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Martin County Fiscal Court moved through a wide-ranging agenda at its April 17 special meeting. Magistrates approved a lease transfer for Dempsey Housing, a resolution joining a regional push for emergency radio upgrades, the appointment of water and library board members and a $1.24 million budget amendment
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Trump needs a new slogan: MTWGA
Dear Editor, Almost anyone can bankrupt a company. Some do it four to five times. With a little effort one can send a whole country into recession. However, it takes real talent to foul up the whole world economy. Trump needs a new slogan. Forget MAGA. How about MTWGA: Make the World Grieve Again. Or
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Kentucky Cowgirls bring birthday cheer
INEZ — Martin County Healthcare Facility turned its April birthday party into a lively celebration as the Kentucky Cowgirls brought country music, sing-alongs and smiles to residents. The group performed throughout the gathering, posed for photos and encouraged residents to join in, creating an afternoon of music and fellowship.
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Zuidema earns top honors at Alice Lloyd College
PIPPA PASSES — Isaiah Zuidema, a 2022 graduate of Martin County High School, received two of Alice Lloyd College’s top student honors during the school’s 2026 Academic Honors Ceremony on April 14. Zuidema earned the Rachel D. Mullinax Award for Outstanding Senior Accounting Student and the Joseph and Irma Derderian Stepp Outstanding Senior Award. The
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Martin County arrest report
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT INEZ — Martin County Sheriff John Kirk’s Office reported the following arrests: Rogert D. Meade, 74, of Inez, was arrested April 27 on Coldwater Road on a warrant for terroristic threatening, third degree, and burglary, first degree. Deputy David Adams served the warrant at 7:59 p.m. Sherry Gordon, 49, of Lovely, and
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Martin County students selected for Rogers Explorers
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT Three Martin County students have been selected for the 2026 Rogers Explorers Program. They join 181 rising high school freshmen from across Southern and Eastern Kentucky chosen for the summer leadership experience. Kennedy Mills, Aubree Muncy and Zoe Sammons will represent Martin County in the intensive three-day, two-night program. Presented by The
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Sheldon Clark Class of 1986 plans 40-year reunion
The Sheldon Clark High School Class of 1986 will celebrate its 40-year class reunion on May 30 at 6 p.m. at the old Sheldon Clark High School. Classmates will gather for an evening of memories, laughter and reconnecting with old friends. For more information, contact Pam Bowen on Facebook. Teachers who taught from 1982 through
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Martin County court docket for April 21
INEZ — Judge John T. Chafin heard the following cases April 21 in Martin District Court: Kristen Adams (arraignment) — Resident fishing without a license/permit: Allegations taken as true, $25 fine and cost, show cause 10/6/26, send fine slip to defendant. David R. Copley (motion hour) — No/expired registration plates; all other traffic offenses not
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Martin County civil suits, deeds and marriages
INEZ — Martin Circuit Clerk Denise Gauze announced three civil suits filed from April 17 to April 23 in her office. Meanwhile, Martin County Clerk Susie Skyles reported 10 deeds and one marriage recorded in her office through April 22. Civil Suits Lendmark Financial Services LLC vs. Sonny Howell. Absolute Resolutions Investments LLC vs. Cole
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Teresa Renee Watts Campbell Obituary
Teresa Renee Watts Campbell 1974—2026 Teresa Renee Watts Campbell, 51, of Missouri, formerly of Inez, Kentucky, passed away March 29, 2026, at her home. Born Dec. 18, 1974, she was the daughter of the late Elmer Dean and Sandy Watts. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by one sister, Joni Watts
