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Kentucky EEC to conduct water district workgroup meeting July 14 in Inez
FRANKFORT — The Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet (EEC) announced the quarterly Martin County Water District Workgroup meeting will be July 14 in Inez. This in-person session will take at 1 p.m. at 387 East Main Street. A videoconference option via Zoom is also be available for those who cannot attend in person. According to
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Appalachian Artist Festival: Day of art, vendors and free music set for Aug. 4
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — One Inez commissioner wants to make some noise in town with her newly announced plan to host a free festival and concert this summer. Commissioner Jennifer Wells announced the “Appalachian Artist Festival” last week. It is set to take place Aug. 4 in downtown Inez. “My hopes are
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Fireworks Saturday in Inez
INEZ — Martin County residents await the upcoming Fourth of July celebration. Fireworks, a parade and a block party will mark the occasion Saturday, July 1, in Inez. Martin County Public Library is set to host its annual block party at the Collier Center starting at 5:30 p.m. Maurice Mills, a member of the library board,
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Pocahontas grants 46,500 acres for trails in Martin County
County officials bring largest landowner to table BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — A vast expansion of the First Frontier Appalachian Trails is on the horizon as the Kentucky Mountain Regional Recreation Authority secured a significant licensing agreement with Pocahontas Land. Announced Tuesday during a KMRRA board meeting in Inez, the agreement incorporates 46,500
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Judge secures emergency funding for unsafe bridges in Martin County
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN MARTIN COUNTY — Four dilapidated bridges in Martin County have been approved for a much-needed lifeline in the form of emergency funding from the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet. With a combined total of $180,000 allocated for their restoration, these bridges will soon undergo vital repairs to ensure the safety of the
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Martin County Arrest Report
INEZ — Martin County Sheriff John Kirk’s Office reported the following arrests: Kenneth A. Rose, 31, of Inez, was arrested Tuesday for possession of a controlled substance, obstructed vision and/or windshield, and buy or possession of drug paraphernalia. Harold Johnson, 71, of Tomahawk, was arrested Tuesday for operating a motor vehicle under the influence of
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Free tire drop-off event until July 6
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Residents hoping to dispose of old tires free of charge are in luck until July 6. The Martin County Fiscal Court’s free tire drop-off event runs from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday at the county road garage at 45 Tomahawk Road, Inez. There is no
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Martin County Court Docket
INEZ — Judge John T. Chafin heard the following cases June 19 and 20 in Martin District Court: Thurman Endicott Jr. (arraignment-recall failure to appear) — 1. Operating on suspended/revoked operator’s, amended to license not in possession; 2. Failure to register transfer of motor vehicle; 3. Failure of owner to maintain required insurance/security, first; 4.
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Martin County wrestling coaches surprise middle school state champ with ring
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Ashton “Parker” Maynard, the reigning KFWC Middle School state champion in the 130-pound weight class, was taken aback when he walked into the courtroom at the Martin County Government Center Monday. Little did he know, a surprise awaited him that would further cement his remarkable achievement in the
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Two indicted on drug charges in Martin County
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Two men were indicted on felony drug charges Friday on the Rocket Docket in Martin County. George Dalton, 25, a resident of Inez, faces a charge of first-degree possession of a controlled substance, first offense. The indictment alleges Dalton had methamphetamine in his possession June 9. James Allen
