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Haven of Rest director inspires Kiwanis Club
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Haven of Rest serves families visiting their incarcerated loved ones and ministers to the community, assisting those in need. Director Debe Polich was the guest speaker during the Kiwanis Club luncheon Thursday at Shufflin Café and shared her ministry’s mission. Polich arrived in Martin County in 2011 as…
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Kermit approves tavern license for Gametime Grill despite mayor’s objections
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN KERMIT — In a contentious meeting Monday night, the Kermit Council green-lighted a tavern license for Gametime Grill, contrary to Mayor Charles Sparks’ stance on the issue. Mayor Sparks voiced his opposition before the vote, stating, “The mayor says ‘no.’” While councilpersons Wilburn Hawky Preece and Peggy Moore chose to…
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Basketball practice officially opens Oct. 15
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The first official day of high school basketball practice is set for Oct. 15. As the date approaches, the Martin County Cardinals and Lady Cardinals are riding on the momentum of their remarkable 2022-2023 campaigns and are eager to prepare for the 2023-2024 season. Last year, the Cardinals…
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Three shooting suspects face murder charges, KSP identifies victims
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN SOUTH WILLIAMSON — Three suspects now face murder and attempted murder charges in a shooting incident in South Williamson Friday that left two men dead and a woman critically wounded. Kentucky State Police (KSP) responded to a residence on State Highway 292 W Friday, where they found three individuals with…
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Martin County Farm Bureau sponsors Christmas in the Mountains ice-skating rink
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Thanks to a generous donation of $6,000 from the Martin County Farm Bureau, the popular ice-skating rink will again grace the Christmas in the Mountains festival this year. Linda Lou Webb, a Christmas in the Mountains committee member, announced the news during a recent Martin County Tourism Board…
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Bardstown teen arrested on federal prison property with suspicious items; motive unclear
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN DEBORD — Police arrested a Bardstown teen Friday for criminal trespassing at the United States Penitentiary Big Sandy in Debord. Marcus Durbin, 19, was nearly 200 miles from his Nelson County home when he entered the federal property equipped with a ski mask, hand restraints and a lock-blade folding knife.…
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City explores ban on homeless encampments; announces festive events
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN WARFIELD — In a meeting Thursday, the Warfield City Commission discussed the formulation of an ordinance aimed at prohibiting homeless encampments in response to the growing homeless population in the city. Commissioner John Sammons emphasized the need for a draft to be ready by the next meeting. Mayor Mike Hinkle,…
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Martin County introduces strict new garbage and nuisance ordinance
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County Fiscal Court unveiled a new solid waste and nuisance ordinance in its meeting Thursday. The 22-page ordinance implements stricter fines and penalties for violators, empowers code enforcement officers with extended authority, and establishes a code enforcement board to oversee legal proceedings. Before delving into the first…
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Harvest Festival boosts local businesses, economy
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Kiwanis Club gathered Thursday at Shufflin Café in Inez to reflect on the overwhelming success of the 2023 Harvest Festival and announce plans for next year. “It was a great turnout. I’ve never seen so many people in the county out and about,” Kiwanis president Melissa Phelps…
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Grassy School fated for demolition amid asbestos and lead paint concern
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The old Grassy School is fated for demolition, but the Martin County Fiscal Court must first remove asbestos, lead paint and other hazardous materials from the structure. Martin County Judge/Executive Lon Lafferty recently discussed the results of the June 16-21 survey conducted by Tetra Tech Inc., confirming the…
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