Martin County officials met with the Kentucky Service Commission to discuss issues surrounding the county's water quality and failing water infrastructure. Officials say until the county pulls itself out of massive debt, not much can be done.
Martin County, Kentucky, Looks To Tackle Massive Debt
People in Martin County are learning how deep in debt their community is. Experts say funds have been mismanaged for years.
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Posted: 2:32 p.m. EST Mar 10, 2018
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