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Martin County rallies past Paintsville in All ‘A’ opener
BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN PIKEVILLE — Braxton Keathley erupted for 27 second-half points and Devan Maynard delivered a dominant double-double as Martin County mounted a furious comeback from a double-digit deficit. The Cardinals closed strong to defeat rival Paintsville 72-63 Monday night in the opening round of the 15th Region All ‘A’ Classic at Appalachian
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Martin County wrestles to the wire, finishes runner-up at Hatfield-McCoy 32
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN PIKEVILLE — For two days at Appalachian Wireless Arena, the margins were razor-thin and the pace relentless. It was the kind of tournament where a single scramble can tilt an entire team race. Martin County High School lived in that tension at the Hatfield-McCoy 32. The Cardinals stalked the lead
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Martin County Youth Wrestling claims third at Hatfield-McCoy
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN PIKEVILLE — Martin County Youth Wrestling continued its tradition of strong showings on the regional stage, closing out 2025 with a strong performance at the Hatfield-McCoy Youth Wrestling Tournament. The team finished third overall and produced multiple champions, podium finishes and special awards Dec. 28 at Appalachian Wireless Arena in
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KSP Post 9 officers receive honors
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT LEXINGTON — Three officers from Kentucky State Police Post 9 Pikeville were among those receiving top honors Friday in Lexington as the KSP recognized 61 troopers, detectives and officers for acts of valor and service that went beyond the line of duty. Trooper Nicholas Taylor, a three-year veteran, is the Trooper of
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Program to cover tuition, stipends for UPIKE social work students
PIKEVILLE — The University of Pikeville announced a new partnership with the Child Welfare Prepare, Retain, Engage and Partner Program, a statewide initiative to strengthen Kentucky’s public child welfare workforce. The program, supported by the Cabinet for Health and Family Services and a consortium of social work schools, provides tuition support, stipends and specialized training
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UPIKE honors graduates
PIKEVILLE — More than 550 students from the University of Pikeville (UPIKE) marked a significant milestone as they were awarded their degrees during the spring commencement ceremonies Saturday, May 10 at the Appalachian Wireless Arena. The event celebrated graduates across UPIKE’s undergraduate, graduate and health professions programs. This year marked the 25th commencement for the
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Tug Valley plays well in Hillbilly Days tourney
BY KYLE LOVERN MOUNTAIN CITIZEN PIKEVILLE — The Tug Valley Lady Panthers had a good showing in the Hillbilly Days Tournament held in Pikeville this past weekend. They went 2-2 against some top-notch talent. Tug 8, Pike Cent 2 The Lady Panthers defeated the Lady Hawks on Friday, April 25. Tug Valley only had two
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Lady Panthers edge by Shelby Valley
BY KYLE LOVERN MOUNTAIN CITIZEN PIKEVILLE — The Lady Panthers of Tug Valley held off the Lady Wildcats of Shelby Valley 11-9 Thursday at the SVHS field along Route 23 in Pike County. Bailee Hall and Emma Lackey belted home runs, with Hall’s being her third grand slam of the season to help Coach Rocky
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Post 9 troopers among KSP’s newest graduating class
PIKEVILLE — The Kentucky State Police (KSP) announced the graduation of 33 new troopers from its Training Academy. Among the graduates are Timothy Fletcher of Salyersville and Nicholas Howell of Betsy Layne, who will both serve at KSP Post 9 in Pikeville. Captain Randal Surber, commander of Post 9, welcomed the new troopers with enthusiasm.
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Martin County Middle School squeaks past Pikeville 6-5
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN PIKEVILLE — Martin County Middle School softball traveled to Pikeville and brought home a 6-5 win on April 7. Fifth-grader Harper Runyon came in clutch when she clobbered a hit with bases loaded to score four of the Lady Cardinal’s six runs. On April 8 the squad hosted Magoffin County.
