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Public meeting for comments on proposed recovery housing in Inez
INEZ — Thrive Community Coalition has announced a public meeting to gather input from residents and stakeholders on its application for grant funding for a proposed multi-family recovery housing project in Inez. In a public notice printed April 2 in the Mountain Citizen, the organization said it will hold a virtual public hearing Friday, April
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Healthy Happenings: Get your mammogram and enter to win
BY DOROTHY DILLON Early detection saves lives. Regular mammograms are key to catching breast cancer early when it is most treatable. Schedule and keep your appointment with the Mobile Mammogram Unit at the Martin County Health Department on April 8 and you will be entered into a $100 gift card drawing. To schedule, please call
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Martin County court docket March 24-25
INEZ — Judge John T. Chafin heard the following cases March 24 and 25 in Martin District Court: Ruby Mae Chaffins (arraignment) — Theft of services $1,000-$10,000: Bench warrant, $5,000 cash. John Michael Cornette (arraignment) — Instructional permit violations: Dismissed, proof shown. William Ray Evans (arraignment) — Rear license not illuminated; no/expired Kentucky registration receipt;
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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 March 21-27. Meanwhile, Martin County Clerk Susie Skyles reported seven deeds recorded March 19-26 and three marriages March 21-24 in her office. Civil Suits Midland Credit Management Inc. vs. Matthew T. Whitt. Dustin D. Jude vs. Cabinet for Health and
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Tomahawk man faces felony meth charge
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin Circuit Court formally charged a Tomahawk man with a felony drug offense after deputies arrested him earlier this month at a local trailer park. Paul “Tommy” Mullins, 44, faces charges of first-degree possession of a controlled substance (methamphetamine), first offense, and misdemeanor possession of marijuana. Prosecutors filed the
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Lady Cards open season 2-1
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN The Martin County High School Lady Cards started the softball season on the right foot with two wins at Phelps in a doubleheader March 17. They dropped a tough 10-0 loss to Prestonsburg on March 19. “We picked up two wins in the first week of the season after battling
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‘Rebuilding Joy’ brings toys and gifts to youngest flood survivors
BY LISA STAYTON MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Following the devastating flood that swelled the Tug Fork River to a crest of 51.22 feet Feb. 17 in Kermit (its highest level since the record 54.5 feet on April 6, 1977), relief efforts in Martin County were swift. As the muddy water receded, individuals and organizations stepped
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Space for rent in historic courthouse
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County Tourism is now offering office space and rooms for rent to small businesses on the first floor of the Historic Martin County Courthouse, officials announced during a commission meeting March 17. The rental space is part of the Tourism Commission’s effort to breathe new life into
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Martin County Arrest Report
INEZ — Martin County Sheriff John Kirk’s Office reported the following arrests: Deanna Wiley, 25, of Inez, was arrested March 20 on KY 3 on charges of endangering the welfare of a minor, possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia and probation violation for a felony offense. Chief Deputy Chris Kidd responded to the scene
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Last day of school tentatively set for May 23 in Martin County
INEZ — The Martin County School District has amended its academic calendar to make up for instructional days missed due to inclement weather. As a result, several days previously scheduled for spring break will now be regular school days. The following dates are now instructional days: Monday, March 31 Tuesday, April 1 Wednesday, April 2
