Jones hearings delayed again
Lynchburg Commonwealth’s Attorney Bethany Harrison has recused herself as special prosecutor in cases involving Martinsville Mayor L.C. Jones, citing a…
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Proposed city budget includes significant tax increases
Martinsville City Council reviewed City Manager Robert Fincher’s proposed FY 2026–27 budget on April 28, featuring major cuts and a…
Workplace investigation to be released in July
The Martinsville City Council voted 4–1 on April 28 to release the full workplace investigation by July 14, with clarifications…
State Police to target U.S. 220
Virginia State Police and local agencies will conduct a 24-hour safety initiative, “Operation Drive Safe 220,” on Friday along the…
Civil lawsuit in Patrick County dismissed
Five counts of a civil lawsuit filed by Patrick County Supervisor Steve Marshall against the Board of Supervisors were dismissed…
Planned power outage today
It’s not often that we tell you about a power outage before it happens, but that’s the case today. Martinsville…
Former MPD officer arrested
A 23-year-old Collinsville man, Joel Hernandez, was arrested after a 2:15 a.m. April 18 incident in which he threatened self-harm…
New YMCA closer to fundraising goal
Fundraising for the new Martinsville-Henry County Family YMCA has surpassed $7.26 million in pledges, including recent major donations, officials said.…
Rocky Mount mayor faces suspension
Rocky Mount Mayor Holland Perdue said Friday he faces a 36-month suspension by the Virginia State Bar. The action stems…
Bassett man charged in drug raid
A Bassett man was arrested April 24 following a drug investigation at a Riverside Drive residence, according to the Henry…