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Pike County drug bust ends in federal prison time
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN PIKEVILLE — The consequences of a major drug haul landed hard for a Pikeville woman. On Thursday, U.S. District Judge Danny C. Reeves sentenced 37-year-old Sasha Adkins of Jonancy to 135 months in prison for possessing and intending to distribute more than 50 grams of meth and a stash of…
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One traffic stop, two drugs and nearly a decade locked away
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN PIKEVILLE — It started with a routine traffic stop and ended with a prison sentence for a Magoffin County man. Chief U.S. District Judge Danny Reeves sentenced 57-year-old Daniel Jackson of Salyersville on Thursday to 97 months in prison. The sentencing followed Jackson’s conviction for possession with intent to distribute…
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Martin County unveils new emergency tools to tackle disasters
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Preparedness is paramount when disaster strikes and Martin County is stepping up to meet the challenge. Last week the county’s Emergency Management Services (EMS) added a new mobile LED light plant and cargo trailer to its arsenal. These tools, according to Martin County Judge/Executive Lon Lafferty, will enhance…
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Christian Help registering families for Christmas distribution through Dec. 13
Mingo, Martin and Wayne counties BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN KERMIT, W.Va. — The glow of the holiday season shines a little brighter in Mingo, Martin and Wayne counties thanks to the unwavering efforts of Christian Help. This year, the organization continues its annual tradition of holiday generosity through its Christmas Distribution. Signups will continue…
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Facing Hunger in Inez
Facing Hunger Foodbank from Huntington, West Virginia, brought its mission to feed people to Inez on Nov. 27 in Inez. The organization helps in 17 counties across West Virginia, Kentucky and Ohio. Martin County has been on its mobile distribution schedule every other month for most of 2024.
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Community on both sides of Tug mourns 19-year-old lost in tragic crash
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN WAYNE COUNTY, W.Va. — A tragic car accident early Tuesday claimed the life of 19-year-old Kennadi Dawn Mollett of Jennies Creek, leaving the community on both sides of the Tug River devastated. Mollett, a freshman at the University of Pikeville (UPIKE) and a 2024 graduate of Martin County High School,…
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Vandals rip up field at Pigeon Roost Park
Resident calls for justice BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN PILGRIM — The quiet of Pigeon Roost was shattered over the weekend. On Monday residents discovered the community park’s field ripped apart, the grass and dirt shredded by reckless drivers performing “donuts.” The destruction left locals frustrated and calling for accountability. “This is what we’ve got…
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Christmas in the Mountains unveils detailed schedule
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The holiday season is upon us and the Christmas in the Mountains organizers have unveiled a schedule of live performances, attractions and events to bring the community together in celebration in Inez. The festivities begin this Sunday, Dec. 1, with the Merry Little Christmas Party at the Collier…
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Rocket Docket: Three charged in drug cases
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin Circuit Judge J. Kevin Holbrook formally charged three individuals under the Rocket Docket program Thursday. Authorities accuse Anthony Muncy, aka “Two Gun Tony,” 60, of Lovely, of possessing methamphetamine and various schedule I, II or III controlled substances, namely Alprazolam, during a traffic stop Oct. 22. They…
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Two face felony charges after unrestrained children hurt in crash
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — A Martin County man and woman face felony charges after a crash left two unrestrained children injured—one seriously—on Route 40 in Inez. Authorities say 37-year-old Justin Marcum of Inez was driving recklessly with the children in his Chevrolet truck. The children’s grandmother, 58-year-old Dotty Fletcher of Inez, was…
