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From Martin County to Oxford and med school: Kiwanis honors two rising stars
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Kiwanis Club of Greater Martin County awarded scholarships Thursday to two standout Martin County High School graduates whose ambitions stretch from the hills of eastern Kentucky to the halls of Oxford and medical school. Laura Hale and Brandi Jude each received $1,000 during a celebratory luncheon at
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Martin County court docket
INEZ — Judge John T. Chafin heard the following cases June 24 in Martin District Court: Kathleen Collins (preliminary hearing) — Theft of services $10,000 or more: Reset 7/29/25 at 10:30 a.m. Krystal Leann Cooper (preliminary hearing) — Assault, second degree (police officer); disorderly conduct, second degree; escape, third degree: Waived to grand jury. Michael
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Martin County records: Civil suits
INEZ — Martin Circuit Clerk Denise Gauze reported the following civil suits filed in her office June 20-26: Dean Blackburn et al vs. Nakita Vanhoose Spence. Lendmark Financial Services/Paintsville vs. James Mollett. LVNV Funding LLC vs. Hailee Peterson. ARH Federal Credit Union vs. Tiffany Newsome. LVNV Funding LLC vs. Willis G. Horn. LVNV Funding LLC
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Devan Maynard adds another college offer
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Devan Maynard of Martin County added another college offer to his expanding list. Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College extended an official offer last week to the 6-foot-4, 210-pound Cardinal quarterback. The multi-sport athlete excels on both sides of the ball. On the defensive end, he finished second in the state
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After the Whistle: Pause, play and the portal
With the heat wave continuing, summer is well underway. Sports have carried on in Martin County, but now the KHSAA dead period has begun. Personally, I am a big fan of the dead period and believe we should make it a month instead of two weeks. The kids have 11 other months to grind. I
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Coach Glenn returns to Inez with Skills Academy
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Coach Glenn Skills Academy recently concluded its 11th year bringing together young soccer enthusiasts and even college-level graduates at Cardinal Stadium from June 17-19. The camp focused on fundamental skills and has become a staple for aspiring athletes in the community. Steven Gauze, head coach at Martin
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Youth soccer camp on tap July 22-24 in Inez
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Martin County High School soccer team will host a youth soccer camp July 22-24 at Cardinal Stadium. The Lady Cards and coaching staff invite boys and girls ages 6 and up to attend the event for fundamentals. The camp will focus on skills, teamwork and having fun
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Truck fire damages home in Pilgrim
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT PILGRIM — A vehicle fire that broke out near midnight Monday resulted in a loss of a pickup truck and damage to a home in Pilgrim. Warfield Volunteer Fire Department responded to 322 Pigeon Roost Road, where a caller reported his truck was on fire next to his house. Eight firefighters responded
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Martin County Water District seeks new legal counsel
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Martin County Utility Board is seeking new legal representation following the planned departure of longtime counsel Brian Cumbo. The board that oversees the county’s water and sanitation districts issued a request for proposals June 25 for an attorney or firm to serve as general counsel. Chairman Tim
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Fulbright Scholar documentary to put Martin Himler legacy on international stage
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ, Ky. — The story of Martin Himler and the historic coal town of Himlerville is gaining international attention with the announcement of a new documentary project led by award-winning filmmaker and East Tennessee State University professor Stokes Piercy. ETSU announced in a press release that Piercy has been named
