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MCMS writers sweep Conservation Essay contest; Maynard wins Area 8
WARFIELD — Several seventh- and eighth-grade students from Martin County Middle School (MCMS) recently earned top honors in the 2025 Conservation Essay Contest, demonstrating their knowledge and appreciation for Kentucky’s natural resources. This year’s theme, “Kentucky Wetlands Up Close,” encouraged students to explore the importance of wetlands and their role in protecting wildlife, improving water…
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Leonard, Pack to represent Martin County in state, regional and national games
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN WARFIELD — Martin County Middle School standouts Chucky Leonard and Braxten Pack are being recognized as two of the best football players in the mountains. The duo has been selected to play in the Kentucky All-State football game June 11-13 at Eastern Kentucky University. The two MCMS athletes will also…
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Warfield student earns psychology degree
RICHMOND — A Martin County student was among those graduating from Eastern Kentucky University during Fall 2025 commencement ceremonies held in December at the EKU Center for the Arts. Taylor LeighAnn Albright of Warfield earned a Bachelor of Science in psychology. “With resilience, critical thinking and compassion you’ve gained at EKU, you are ready to…
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Four arrested after fight in school parking lot prompts soft lockdown
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN WARFIELD — Four men were arrested and one woman was cited Monday after a fight between adults erupted in the parking lot of Warfield Elementary School. The incident prompted the school to initiate a soft lockdown. Officers Nathan Todd and Justin Bellamy with the Martin County Schools Police Department responded at approximately…
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Inez hosts District 116 Governor’s Cup
INEZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL REPORT Inez Elementary School (IES) was honored to host the District 116 Governor’s Cup Competition on Saturday, Feb. 7. As a host school, we could not have asked for more support than what we received in making this a successful event. From our superintendents and principals to all of the volunteers from…
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State announces $20,000 for Martin County heritage exhibits
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN Martin County Fiscal Court will receive $20,000 in state grant funding to create interpretive exhibits on President Lyndon B. Johnson’s historic “War on Poverty” visit to Inez in 1964, the Kentucky Heritage Council (KHC) announced Friday. The KHC said the second and final round of America250KY Sub-Grant Awards will provide…
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Martin County Middle School falls on eighth-grade night
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN WARFIELD — Martin County Middle School celebrated eighth-grade night Jan. 16, but Williamson edged the Cardinals 31-28 in the varsity game. Kooper Sturgill carried the offensive load with 16 points to lead Martin County. Brayden Hammond and Chucky Leonard chipped in four points apiece. Cardinals Mason Phillips and Landon Estep…
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Kenneth Weaver Obituary
Kenneth Weaver 1970—2026 Kenneth Weaver, age 55, of Warfield, passed away Jan. 28, 2026. Born Sept. 30, 1970, in Roaring Spring, Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late John Joseph Weaver Sr. and Jane Eileen Weaver, both formerly of Martinsburg, Pennsylvania. Kenneth is survived by his wife, Amanda Weaver of Warfield and his stepson,…
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Lori Ann (Johnson) Dials
Lori Ann (Johnson) Dials 1964—2026 Lorie Ann (Johnson) Dials, 61, of Warfield, passed away Jan. 11, 2026, at her home. Born Oct. 10, 1964, in Columbus, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Ruth Atwell Johnson. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her sister, Darlene Johnson New…
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Corrine (Mollett) Fletcher Obituary
Corrine (Mollett) Fletcher 1944—2026 Corrine (Mollett) Fletcher, 81, of Hode, went home to be with the Lord on Jan. 3, 2026, at ARH in Prestonsburg. Born Oct. 24, 1944, at home in Hode, she was the daughter of the late John and Exie Mae (Osborne) Mollett. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in…
