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Indictments in Martin County: Drug trafficking, assault and fleeing the law lead charges
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — In a busy day for the criminal court system, a Martin County grand jury rolled out a fresh batch of indictments Thursday while the Circuit Court followed suit with several criminal informations—charges that skip the grand jury and come straight from the prosecutor. Thirteen people now face an…
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Two Inez locals nabbed for stolen goods
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Two Inez locals, Jeffery Pinson, 31, and Ray Collins, 48, found themselves in police custody Thursday evening on Mac Pinson Drive for allegedly receiving stolen goods valued between $500 and $1,000. According to Chief Deputy Chris Kidd of the Martin County Sheriff’s Office, authorities were alerted to a…
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Warfield greenlights medical cannabis
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN WARFIELD — The Warfield City Commission has signaled its intent to allow medical cannabis operations within city limits, moving forward with the first reading of a new ordinance Thursday. The ordinance cites the benefits to residents as a key reason for permitting licensed medical cannabis cultivators, dispensaries, processors, producers and…
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Big Sandy Detention Center reviews finances and inmate work detail allotments
Jail has employment positions open BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN PAINTSVILLE — The Big Sandy Regional Detention Center board discussed financial challenges and other business in a special meeting Thursday. The board moved into an executive session to discuss “litigation and personnel” without taking any action. Administrator Byron E. Hansford reported that the facility’s average…
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Martin County seeks $28 million to rescue troubled water and sewer systems
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County is hoping to secure crucial funding for its ailing water and sewer systems through the Kentucky Water and Wastewater Assistance for Troubled or Economically Restrained Systems program. This initiative, introduced during the 2024 General Assembly, allocates $150 million to support economically challenged water and wastewater systems…
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Community unites to preserve historic 1821 church in Inez, eyes future heritage center
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Creative community members are rallying to save the Rockcastle United Baptist Church, established in 1821 and a primary founding church of the Old Zion Association, from the relentless march of time. There are early discussions to transform the historic building into a Martin County Heritage Center, a move…
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Music alert: Harvest Fest to bring killer lineup Sept. 14
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN Clear your calendar for Sept. 14—Martin County Harvest Festival in Inez is bringing a killer lineup to town, featuring Nashville’s own Sam L. Smith, the bluegrass powerhouse Hillbilly Tradition, and local favorites Eddie Jenkins & The 606 Sound. Here’s how the night’s going to play out. 9 p.m.: Sam L.…
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Ride all day for $10
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Martin County Harvest Fest is gearing up for two days of fun Sept. 13 and 14 on Court Street. This year’s festival features four carnival rides: Ballistic Swings, Phantom’s Revenge (the swinging ship), Tubs of Fun and a rock-climbing wall. A $10 wristband allows unlimited carnival rides…
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McConnell’s office announces internship opportunities
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Donna McClure, representing Senator Mitch McConnell’s office, addressed the Kiwanis luncheon on Thursday at Masterpiece Kitchen & Café in Inez, saying there are opportunities for students to intern in McConnell’s Washington office. Internships are offered throughout the year in three sessions – summer, spring and fall. The summer…
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First Frontier Appalachian Trails to debut adventure trails in Inez
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — First Frontier Appalachian Trails (FFAT) is set to host its annual Fall Hill Crawl in Inez on Saturday, Sept. 14, marking the soft opening of its first section of adventure trails. The ride will kick off with the Martin County Harvest Fest Parade in celebration of the cusp…
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