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Spotted in Inez: The photographer reframing Appalachia
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County’s Fiscal Court took a moment Thursday to recognize a local artist who is flipping the script on how Appalachia is seen. Freelance photographer Andrew Gess—known for his stunning shots of local landscapes—has had his work splashed all over town. You have probably seen his images on…
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Scenes from Warfield: A celebration of art, music and Dr. Aranas
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN WARFIELD — Warfield Park was buzzing with a feel-good mix of fun, food and music as the town turned out for a community event hosted by Martin County’s Community Action for Recovery Enhancement and Support program alongside Judge/Executive Lon Lafferty and the Fiscal Court. Dr. Bonifacio Aranas, who earlier this…
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Introducing The Dogg House: Inez’s new destination for pampered pups
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Tori O’Connor is putting Inez on the pet pampering map with her newly opened Dogg House Spa located at 5 Green Bottom Lot #1. On Friday, she celebrated her launch with friends by her side, scissors in hand, for a ribbon-cutting ceremony. “This is the first dog grooming…
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Martin County court docket
INEZ — Judge John Kevin Holbrook heard the following cases Sept. 19 in Martin Circuit Court: Edward L. Moore (change of plea) — Trafficking in a controlled substance, first degree, first offense: Pleaded guilty, three years consecutive to 24-CR-51, 52 and 53, sentencing 11/7/24 at 10 a.m. Edward L. Moore (change of plea) — Trafficking…
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Martin County property transfers and marriages
INEZ — Martin County Clerk Susie Skyles reported the following deeds and marriages recorded in her office through Sept. 17: Deeds William Thomas Preece (first party) to Jigsaw Enterprises (second party). Thomas King (first party) to William Bowen and Crystal Bowen (second party). Juanita Meade (first party) to Joshua Eric Howard and Bethany Howard (second…
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Martin County civil suits
INEZ — Martin Circuit Clerk Denise Gauze reported the following civil suits filed in her office Sept. 13-19: Lendmark Financial Services LLC vs. Doris Hale. Midland Credit Management Inc. vs. Gennifer Harvey. Finwise Bank vs. Dustin Jude. Quail Hollow II vs. Shawn Moore et al. Midland Credit Management Inc. vs. Harrison Messer. Credit Acceptance Corporation…
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Martin County arrests
INEZ — Martin County Sheriff John Kirk’s Office reported the following arrests: Brandon White, 38, of Williamson, West Virginia, was picked up Sept. 18 for public intoxication involving a controlled substance (not alcohol). Chief Deputy Chris Kidd made the collar. Floyd Howell, 51, of Inez, was arrested Sept. 16, also for public intoxication related to…
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Record crowds flock to Harvest Fest
Noah Thompson shines on Inez stage BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — This past weekend Inez came alive with a festival that will likely be talked about for years. The Martin County Harvest Festival, now in its 27th year, wrapped up Saturday night with a bang, drawing thousands to the streets for two days…
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The next big thing in Appalachian adventure: Trails open in Martin County
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN DEBORD — This past Saturday, Martin County officially kicked off a new era of outdoor adventure. The inaugural trail of the First Frontier Appalachian Trails made its debut in Debord during the annual Fall Hill Crawl, drawing a crowd of outdoor enthusiasts and local officials alike. State Reps. Bobby McCool…
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Martin County school board warns of potential harm from Amendment 2, urges community to vote ‘no’
“School choice really is the school’s choice, not the parent’s choice.” –Dena James, Special Education Director BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Martin County Board of Education convened Sept. 9 with Amendment 2 on the agenda. Chairman Mickey McCoy opened the floor, stating that voters would face a decision regarding the amendment in…
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