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Martin County Middle School dominates Johns Creek
BY BOO NEWSOME MOUNTAIN CITIZEN WARFIELD — Martin County Middle School opened its season Nov. 6 with a 62-41 victory over Johns Creek. The Cardinals held a 13-6 lead at the end of the first quarter. They stretched the lead to 37-22 by halftime and maintained control throughout the game. Aiden Copeland led the charge…
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Warfield lighting holiday cheer with decorating contests
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN WARFIELD — The City of Warfield is lighting the holiday cheer with decoration contests and a toy drive for the 23rd annual Visit With Santa. Mayor Mike Hinkle threw down the gauntlet to businesses last week, challenging them to decorate their storefronts. “Let’s spread the Christmas cheer and bring the magic…
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Eden A-team wins Martin County championship
BY BOO NEWSOME MOUNTAIN CITIZEN WARFIELD — The Martin County Elementary Girls Basketball Tournament concluded Oct. 25 before a packed house at Martin County Middle School. Eden won the A-team championship, while Inez claimed both the B-team and C-team titles. Eden, Inez and Warfield also honored their sixth grade players during the tournament. Below is…
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Warfield introduces ordinance prohibiting homeless encampments
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN WARFIELD — According to Mayor Mike Hinkle, between 10 and 30 homeless people inhabit the City of Warfield on any given day. Citing a concern for “public peace, health, safety and welfare,” Hinkle and the Warfield Commission initiated discussions last month about a possible ordinance to ban homeless encampments within…
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Warfield Elementary announces Students of the Month
WARFIELD — Principal Jessica Jewell, teachers and staff recently announced the October Students of the Month. Star students are Layla Copley, Waylon Muncy, Logan Dotson, Krista Smith, Ava Harmon, Jackson Ray, Ebony Newsome, Riley Parks, Harper Lawson, Madison Dials, James Wages, Aiden Endicott, Tanner Evans, Karstyn Robinson and Chris Luster. Head Start Students of the…
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The unintended consequences of prohibiting homeless encampments in small towns
In a recent meeting, the Warfield City Commission discussed the formulation of an ordinance aimed at prohibiting homeless encampments and will be discussing the ordinance this Thursday. While the concerns of the commissioners and the community are understandable, it’s crucial to consider the unintended consequences such a move could have on both the town and…
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Warfield Elementary October ‘Spotlight’
Principal Jessica Jewell, teachers and staff recently announced the October “Spotlight” at Warfield Elementary School. Johnathan Muncy, Tyler Fletcher, Joe Cline and Bella Robinson achieved center stage and were awarded certificates.
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HUD audit, Riverside utility loans topics of housing authority meeting
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN WARFIELD — A HUD audit initiated recently of Riverside Apartments management Winterwood and the Martin County Housing Authority uncovered HUD capital funding of $96,000 left over from 2022, unbeknownst to management. Winterwood representatives and housing board members briefly discussed the audit in the Oct. 11 housing board meeting. They also discussed…
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Martin County Middle School girls wrap up regular season with win
WARFIELD — Martin County Middle School Lady Cards concluded the regular basketball season with a convincing 36-15 win over South Floyd, extending their record to 18-2. Before the A-team’s game, the Lady Cards celebrated 8th-grade night, paying tribute to their seven 8th graders: Desiree Gullett, Maci Maynard, Lexie Cline, Chloe Moore, Caylee Moore, Bri Muncy…
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