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Martin County discusses flood damage, pushes for federal assistance
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Martin County Fiscal Court discussed significant damage to roads and bridges from April storms and flash floods during an April 17 meeting. Magistrates pointed to dozens of problem sites and the urgent need for repairs, outside contractors and federal disaster assistance. District 1 Magistrate Cody Slone said
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Wolf Creek Community Church commended for feeding community and flood relief workers
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — In the wake of the devastating February floods, Wolf Creek Community Church fed the community and flood relief workers. For preparing and serving more than 1,500 meals, the Martin County Fiscal Court formally recognized the church during its April 17 meeting. Church members Holly Hinkle, Marlene Fluty and
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Facing Hunger releases senior food box dates
Facing Hunger Foodbank (FHFB) has released its May schedule for the Senior Food Box program for residents aged 60+. In Martin County, the program will be available at the following locations: Additional regional distribution dates include: The Senior Food Box program (Commodity Supplemental Food Program), is a federal initiative administered by the U.S. Department of
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Martin County court docket
INEZ — Judge Brett Butcher heard the following cases April 29 in Martin District Court: John Allen (arraignment) — Theft of services $1,000 but less than $10,000: Preliminary hearing 5/13/25 at 11 a.m. Derrick Nicklaus Brewer (arraignment) — Failure to produce insurance card; failure of owner to maintain required insurance/security first; no operator’s/moped license; inadequate
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Martin County civil suits, deeds and marriages
INEZ — Martin Circuit Clerk Denise Gauze reported nine civil suits filed in her office April 25 to May 1. Meanwhile, Martin County Clerk Susie Skyles reported 11 deeds and one marriage recorded in her office April 25-30: Civil Suits Credit Acceptance Corporation vs. Patrick Gibbs. Jarrett Moore vs. Brandi Moore. Credit Acceptance Corporation vs.
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Grand jury indictments detail violence, threats and reckless conduct
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — A Martin County grand jury handed up indictments Thursday against nine individuals. Their charges range from witness intimidation to wanton endangerment of children, drug possession and fleeing police. The cases involve allegations of violence, threats and reckless conduct. Dennis Scott, 46, of Pilgrim, stands accused of wanton endangerment
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Facing Hunger Foodbank announces local mobile pantry dates
Facing Hunger Foodbank (FHFB) will host a mobile food pantry in Martin County on May 22 at Pigeon Roost Community Center in Pilgrim. Distribution will run from 11 a.m. to noon, with registration starting at 10 a.m. The pantry will operate in a drive-thru format, offering a variety of food to those in need. Other
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Dispute turns dangerous with shots fired at Yellow Creek
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT YELLOW CREEK — What began as a domestic dispute turned dangerous when a 62-year-old Martin County man allegedly fired a gun at his wife, authorities said. Police arrested Thornton Eddie Goble of Yellow Creek on a felony charge of first-degree wanton endangerment shortly before 10:30 p.m. April 29, according to the Martin
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Martin County arrest report
INEZ — Martin County Sheriff John Kirk’s Office reported the following arrests: Shawn David Moore, 45, of Inez, and Donald Keith Harris, 44, of Ulysses, were arrested Monday in Inez for theft of a motor vehicle registration plate. Deputy Steven Putman reported that Moore admitted to taking the tags off John Fletcher’s and Tim Mullett’s
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Healthy Happenings: Life-saving vaccines
BY DOROTHY DILLON We’re committed to making sure everyone in our community—regardless of background or circumstances—has access to life-saving vaccines and the information they need to make informed health decisions. Did you know? Vaccines protect against serious illnesses like COVID-19, flu, pneumonia, and shingles, especially for adults at higher risk. Concerned about cost? Many vaccines
