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Martin County Arrest Report
INEZ — Martin County Sheriff John Kirk’s Office reported the following arrests:. Aaron Jude, 28, of Fort Gay, West Virginia, was arrested Monday in Inez on four bench warrants for court. Deputy Dennis Hall made the arrest. Jorge Blake Hiromato Jr., 23, of Debord, was arrested Saturday on...
Over 300 attend Hillbilly Breakfast
INEZ — Over 300 people came out to enjoy the Kiwanis Club’s annual Hillbilly Breakfast, according to Kiwanis president Melissa Phelps. The May 4 event at Inez Elementary School offered an all-you-can-eat buffet of gravy, biscuits, eggs, sausage, bologna, fried potatoes, fried apples, chocolate gravy and assorted drinks for $6.
Johnson County woman on the run from police after stealing from King’s Daughters Clinic
Prestonsburg Police Department has issued a warning to the public of credit fraud and hoping for help in locating the woman they suspect in the crime. Katie Picklesimer, of Tutor Key in Johnson County who worked at King’s Daughters Clinic in Prestonsburg is accused of stealing people’s credit card information.
Stidham Old-Time Music Gathering set for July 26-28 in Tomahawk
TOMAHAWK — The 2024 Stidham Old-Time Music Gathering will take place July 26-28 at the James E. Webb Musical Repair & Sales shop in Tomahawk. Organized by James L. Webb, son of the shop’s namesake, the festival will feature an extensive lineup of old-time musicians and workshops throughout the weekend.
Inez shoots down business owner’s request for Sunday alcohol sales
INEZ — The Inez Commission shot down Tobacco Plus owner Jason Hammond’s request that the city amend its alcoholic beverage ordinance to allow malt beverage sales on Sundays. Hammond stated during a city meeting Thursday that allowing Sunday sales would prevent his customers from having to travel to...
Inez Elementary announces Students of the Month
INEZ — Principal Amanda Fields, teachers and staff recently announced the April 2024 Students of the Month at Inez Elementary School. Kolton Sarver, Kindergarten, Mrs. Becky Cain. Betty Maynard, Kindergarten, Mrs. Sara Moore. Finley Goforth, First Grade, Ms. Robynn Haney. Jasmine Hamilton, First Grade, Ms. Krista Wheeler. Colin Chapman,...
Inez pledges $2,000 for Fourth of July fireworks
INEZ — In support of local festivities, the City of Inez pledged a $2,000 donation to the Inez Volunteer Fire Department for their Fourth of July fireworks display, marking the contribution’s second consecutive year. The decision came during a city meeting on Thursday where Assistant Fire Chief Nick...
Gospel Singing on tap Saturday in Inez
Bring your family and have a good time Saturday afternoon at the Gospel Singing on the stage behind the Martin County Courthouse in Inez. Singing begins at 1 p.m. and the last act takes the stage at 5:45 p.m. The Martin County Cardinals Wrestling Club is hosting the event to...
Paintsville man charged with drug trafficking
A Paintsville man was arrested on marijuana and drug trafficking charges on May 2 after initially refusing to leave Paintsville ARH’s emergency room, according to the Paintsville Police Department. According to the citation, PPD Officer Timothy Ratliff received a call from staff at the emergency room that a man...
Martin County Middle soccer is district runner-up
LOUISA — Martin County Middle School Lady Cards advanced to the OVC Conference after finishing as runner-up in the OVC East District Tournament last week. Martin County entered the tournament with a 7-3 record and ranked second in the district. Lawrence County hosted the district tournament and faced Martin...
Lady Cards pick up win
INEZ — The Martin County Lady Cardinals softball team (8-12) went 1-1 last week. The Cards rolled over Powell County (5-11) with a 15-5 score and fell in district play versus Paintsville (8-16). The following is a recap of last week’s action:. MCHS vs. Powell County. The Lady...
Bulldogs bite past Tigers in 10
With the season winding down and the postseason on the horizon a late season showdown between two of the top baseball teams in the 15th Region took place this past Monday at Charlie Adkins Field in Paintsville as the Paintsville Tigers duked it out with Lawrence County. It was a...
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