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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
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Martin County court docket 3/18/2025
INEZ — Judge Brett Butcher heard the following cases March 18 in Martin District Court: John Allen (motion to reduce bond) — Receiving stolen property $1,000-$10,000: Overruled, bond to remain the same. Brandon Barker (arraignment) — Speeding 26 mph over/greater: Failure to appear. Miranda Chafin (arraignment) — Possession of controlled substance, second degree (drug unspecified):
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Martin County civil suits
INEZ — Martin Circuit Court Denise Gauze reported the following civil suits filed in her office: KY Foster Care Sys Acct vs. Ashley N. Miller. KY Foster Sys Acct vs. Courtney M. Mills. Roda M. Maynard vs. Adam Maynard. William L. Fletcher Jr. vs. Kendra Dawn Fletcher. Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC vs. Marsha Cain. Eagle
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SBA sets up in Inez to help flood victims
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Small Business Administration (SBA) is in town to inform flood-impacted individuals, small businesses, and nonprofits about the resources available to them. “We want to make sure that you all are aware of the resources that we have available to anyone who has been impacted and has damage
