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Martin County Tourism Commission to back Appalachian Artist Festival
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Every summer, a sliver of eastern Kentucky becomes a canvas. This year, on Saturday, Aug. 2, the Appalachian Artist Festival (AFF) will return to downtown Inez for its third annual run. This year, however, instead of operating under the City of Inez banner as it did in its…
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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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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…
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EXCLUSIVE: Hooded intruder sparks widespread alarm in Martin County
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN PILGRIM — A chilling disturbance along Meathouse Road in Pilgrim rattled the community before dawn Saturday morning. At around 4:30 a.m. an individual wearing a hood and wielding a 36-inch long “club” staggered up the steps and onto the porch of a 75-year-old resident’s home. The intruder was mumbling incoherently…
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Tomahawk man arrested after suspected crystal meth found in camper at trailer park
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN TOMAHAWK — A 44-year-old Tomahawk man was arrested after authorities discovered suspected crystal methamphetamine and multiple bags of marijuana inside a camper at Fields Trailer Court. Paul Mullins faces charges of first-degree possession of a controlled substance (methamphetamine) and possession of marijuana, according to the Martin County Sheriff’s Department. “I…
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Fire leads to arrest of Inez woman on child endangerment charge
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Authorities arrested a 25-year-old Inez woman Thursday morning following a fire at a Martin County apartment building, charging her with child endangerment and drug offenses. Deputies charged Deanna Wiley with endangering the welfare of a minor, possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia and probation violation for felony…
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Foothills donates Starlink Mini to bolster emergency services
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — In an effort to strengthen emergency response capabilities in Martin County, Foothills Communications has donated a Starlink Mini to the county’s emergency services. The compact satellite system provides a mobile internet connection for first responders operating in remote and underserved areas of the county. The donation comes as…
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BOE names new school as Martin County Elementary
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — A new chapter in Martin County’s educational history is on the horizon as Inez and Warfield elementary schools will consolidate into a single institution known as Martin County Elementary School. At last week’s Martin County Board of Education meeting, the members unanimously approved the name of the new…
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Martin County Schools embrace solar energy
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — In a step toward sustainability and long-term cost savings, the Martin County School District has completed the installation of a solar panel array on the grounds of Martin County High School, a move officials estimate will save the district approximately $15,000 annually in energy costs. With electricity prices…
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Commissioner of Education honors legendary academic coach Frank Baldridge
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN LOUISVILLE — Kentucky’s Commissioner of Education Robbie Fletcher paid tribute Monday to the late Frank Baldridge, beloved legendary academic coach from Martin County. Baldridge was posthumously honored with the 2025 Kentucky Association for Academic Competition (KAAC) Legacy Award. The award was presented following the KAAC state tournament finals in a ceremony…
