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Summer ride event for Oakville-based Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides raises $25K
The Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides (LFCDG) succeeded in raising more than $25,000 during its summer ride event, which started in Oakville on Sunday. Around 40 riders participated in the 15th and final summer Ride for Dog Guides with motorcycle enthusiasts, community members, and dog lovers embarking upon a three-and-a-half-hour scenic journey from the charity group’s office at 152 Wilson St., to its training facility in Breslau.
Mingo Central to host youth Football camp
The Mingo Central High School football team and coaching staff will be hosting a youth football camp on Saturday, July 20 from 11 am to 1 pm at Mingo Central's Buck Harless Stadium. Registration is at 10 am. The camp is for students in kindergarten to the eighth grade. There will also be a special guest speaker. Each camper will receive a free camp T-shirt.
Area offices, businesses closed for July 4 holiday
All federal, state and local governmental offices will be closed on Thursday, July 4, in observance of the Independence Day holiday. In keeping with state closure guidelines, the administrative offices of the Mingo County Commission, the Mingo County Courthouse and the Memorial Building Annex will also be closed on Thursday, July 4. As of presstime, those offices were scheduled to reopen on Friday, July 5.
Potted pot plants seized in Lovely
LOVELY — The Martin County Sheriff’s Office seized potted marijuana plants Friday afternoon at a residence in Lovely, authorities said. Sheriff John Kirk and Chief Deputy Chris Kidd responded to a tip about marijuana plants growing in plain sight on North Wolf Creek Road. Upon arrival, they discovered several cannabis plants on the property.
Martin County honors lifelong residents and business owners Danny and Doris Mooney
INEZ — In a heartfelt ceremony preceding the fiscal court meeting Thursday, Judge/Executive Lon Lafferty and the Martin County Magistrates honored Danny and Doris Mooney, lifelong residents and business owners of Inez. Lafferty began by recounting the couple’s journey, noting that they met over 64 years ago in high...
FIRST ALERT WEATHER DAY | Storms, gusty winds
(WSAZ) - An area of low pressure to the north and west will push a cold front through during the evening and overnight hours of today. As this does this, unstable warm moist air will begin working on in, developing showers and thunderstorms capable of some isolated pockets of damaging wind gusts to 60-65 mph. For this reason, we have put out a First Alert Weather day, and the Storm Prediction Center has put out a Slight (level 2/5) risk of severe weather.
Women’s semi-pro basketball team comes to Inez
INEZ — Martin County Hall of Famer Carla Booth continues to bring history to Inez. The OnPoint Ballers owner has started a women’s semi-pro basketball team in the Women’s American Basketball Association and will play four games at Martin County High School. The team features some players...
GED graduation ceremony unites Martin and Lawrence counties
INEZ — In a momentous gathering, adult education programs from Martin and Lawrence counties joined forces to celebrate the GED graduating class of 2024. The event, hosted June 19 at the Collier Center in Inez, marked the achievements of 44 graduates. The two counties worked together as a community...
Martin County Public Health board ends meeting abruptly, leaves agenda unfinished
INEZ — The Martin County Public Health District board’s quarterly meeting on June 18 ended after 8 minutes and 45 seconds, leaving agenda items unfinished. Board member Ed Daniels left the meeting early to attend an Inez City special meeting, resulting in the lack of a quorum. Before Daniels departed, the board approved the district’s 2025 budget, a state Department for Local Government (DLG) report, and a solar panel installation project.
Lady Cards finish summer play
INEZ — Head Coach Robin Newsome and the Lady Cards wrapped up their summer play with the arrival of the KHSAA dead period. Potential, confidence and improvement are a few of the things Coach saw from her team. The squad recently dominated Tug Valley 55-29 and Hurley 68-26 when...
Kermit faces major sewer crisis with collapsed main lines; bids farewell to oldest councilwoman
KERMIT, W.Va. — The Town of Kermit is grappling with a significant sewer system issue due to collapsed main lines. Mayor Charles Sparks stated in a June 19 meeting that the town is contracting a company to pump the maintenance holes twice a week to manage the situation. The...
Cardinals dominate summer basketball with 17-5 record
INEZ — The Martin County High School boys basketball squad caught some eyes over the past month during summer basketball games. Head coach Jason “JJ” James traveled to multiple states and hosted games in Inez for an overall 17-5 record. “I think we found out we are...
Residents can donate blood July 1 in Inez
INEZ — Residents of Martin County have the opportunity to contribute to the summer blood supply by donating blood Monday, July 1. The Kentucky Blood Center’s mobile blood drive is scheduled to take place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the gymnasium at the Collier Center. All...
MCHS cheer camp sees large turnout
INEZ — The Martin County High School Cheerleaders held their Mini Cheer Camp June 17-19 in Inez. Forty-five upcoming Cardinals between the ages of 3 and 13 attended the annual camp. Each girl learned two sideline cheers, a dance and a floor cheer. During halftime of the first Martin...
Mobile FEMA disaster recovery center makes pit stop in Boone County
RACINE, WV (WOWK) – A new mobile FEMA disaster recovery center opened in Boone County Monday. The center in Racine is open for those who were impacted by the severe weather that ripped through eleven West Virginia counties in early April. “If you have a family member or friend who was impacted by the storms, […]
Mingo, Pike (Kentucky) communities staging July 4 celebrations
Several communities on both sides of the Tug River will be celebrating the July 4 holiday next week with late afternoon and evening events. In Kentucky, the Belfry Volunteer Fire Department will again kick off this variety of area holiday celebrations in South Williamson with its 43rd Annual “Thunder in the Valley” fireworks show on July 3, beginning at 10:05 p.m.
After the Whistle: Head to Inez for semi-pro basketball and great food
Caitlin Clark is a trailblazer for women’s basketball, steering the spotlight to a league that has long deserved more recognition. Her influence extends far and wide, elevating women’s sports and creating opportunities for women, including right here in Martin County. A women’s semi-pro league is coming to Inez,...
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