LOCAL NEWS
The Henry County Sheriff’s Office seized suspected methamphetamine and fentanyl Tuesday night while executing a search warrant at a Bassett home on Chestnut Oak Drive. Deputies said occupants tried to flush methamphetamine down a toilet, clogging it, but investigators recovered multiple ounces. Teyan Davon Jones, 36, was charged with possession of a Schedule I or II drug and held without bond. Authorities also plan charges against a 17-year-old accused of possessing suspected fentanyl and digital scales.
Law enforcement officers, elected officials, and residents gathered Wednesday at the Henry County Administration Building for the annual Peace Officers’ Memorial Service honoring officers killed in the line of duty. Rich Acres Christian Church Pastor Tim Hunt praised officers’ sacrifices, urged support for law enforcement, and encouraged officers struggling with trauma or mental health issues to seek help. The ceremony included proclamations, prayers, a reading of local fallen officers’ names, “Taps,” and a moment of silence for the fallen.
A woman was killed and another person seriously injured in a shooting Tuesday night in Martinsville. Police responded around 10:36 p.m. to the 300 block of Hairston Street, where they found two shooting victims. Fifty-three-year-old Marcie Hunt died at SOVAH Martinsville Hospital. A second adult male victim was later transferred to another hospital and remains in serious condition. Investigators are processing the scene and interviewing witnesses. Anyone with information is asked to contact Martinsville Police or Crime Stoppers.
Martinsville City Council reviewed staffing changes, school board appointments, and upcoming budget plans Tuesday night. Officials said 76 employees have left in recent months, while 89 have been hired, and noted training gaps. Council will interview candidates for two school board seats ahead of June 30 term expirations. A public hearing on the proposed FY 2026-27 budget was set for May 26. The meeting also included proclamations and recognition of a student essay contest winner.
A Henry County man was arrested after an investigation into child sexual abuse material, the sheriff’s office said. Authorities identified Joseph Greer through a task force tip and executed a search warrant at his home on Mount Olivet Road, where they seized electronic devices. Greer admitted downloading the material over several years, investigators said, and a forensic review found images of juveniles engaged in sexual acts. He faces 10 possession charges. The investigation is ongoing, and additional charges are possible.
WEATHER
If you’ve been wishing for warmer weather, the National Weather Service says we could see a record-breaking heat wave arrive on Sunday and remain through Tuesday. We’re expected to have relatively quiet weather for the rest of the week with some small chances of rain. Sunny and breezy today with gusts up to 21 mph and a high of 65. Mostly clear tonight with a low of 44. Sunny on Friday with a high of 76.
CALENDAR
Thursday
Men’s fellowship of prayer and singing meeting: 9 a.m., Martinsville Senior Center at the corner of Moss and Market Streets. (Every Thursday).
Crochet group: 10 a.m.-12 p.m. at the Collinsville Library. (Every Thursday).
Bingocize: 10 a.m. at Spencer-Penn Center. Play Bingo and prevent falls with simple exercises. This class is free. (Every Tuesday and Thursday).
Big M Senior Student and Teacher Luncheon: 11:45 a.m., TAD Space, 20 E. Church St., Martinsville. This luncheon is for Martinsville High School seniors who have won the Big M Trophy (by maintaining a cumulative GPA of 3.7 or higher). Students will also recognize their most influential teacher.
Patrick County School Board meeting: 5:30 p.m., 132 N. Main Street in Stuart.
Big M Awards Ceremony: 7 p.m., Martinsville High School Auditorium. This awards ceremony recognizes all students in grades 5-12 who have earned the Big M Award by achieving a GPA of at least 3.7 this school year.
AA meeting: 7 p.m., Zoom ID#6109351947, Passcode 12. (Every Thursday)
Singo Night: 7:30-9:30 p.m., Scuffle Hill Brewing. Join us for a fun night of music bingo with your host, Remy. (Every Thursday).
Friday
Stuart Farmers’ Market: 8 a.m.-12 p.m., 301 Chestnut Drive, Stuart. Featuring a variety of vendors offering locally grown fruits and vegetables, homemade baked goods, locally raised meats, eggs, plants, and crafts. Some vendors will accept Senior Nutrition vouchers. (Every Friday, May through October).
Virginia Foothills Quilters Guild meeting: 9:30 a.m. on the first Tuesday and third Friday of each month, and at 6:30 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month at Piedmont Arts.
Rook, Music & More: 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Bassett Ruritan Club, Philpott Dam Road. This is a fun, relaxing time for people to get together, play games, work on puzzles, create crafts, and play Rook. (Every Friday).
Mama D’s Daycare Center ribbon-cutting: 2 p.m., 1901 Patrick Henry Ave., Martinsville (right-bottom wing).
Patrick & Henry Community College graduation: 6 p.m., Stone Hall gymnasium.
Fostering Champions Gala: 6 p.m., 191 Fayette St., Martinsville. $50 per ticket. Learn more at wefosterchampions.org.
AA meetings: 6 p.m., Any Lengths Group, First Baptist Church Fellowship Hall, 23 Starling Ave., Martinsville; 7 p.m., Zoom ID#6109351947, Passcode 12. (Every Friday).
Cascade School Community Center Music and Dance: 7-9:30 p.m., 3561 Huntington Trail, Cascade, with Oldskool. $10.
Quarter auction: 7 p.m., Oak Level Ruritan Club, 7668 Oak Level Rd., Bassett. Food available, including barbecue, hot dogs, chips, drinks, and dessert. Donations support community projects.
Karaoke night: 8-11 p.m., Scuffle Hill Brewing. (Every Friday)
Karaoke night: 9-11:30 p.m., Wild Magnolia. Singers of all skill levels — good, bad, or somewhere in between — are invited to take the stage, or cheer on friends and fellow performers. (Every Friday).
Saturday
Pancake Breakfast with Sausage: 7-10 a.m., Rangely Ruritan Building, 134 Calloway Drive, Fieldale. Eat in or take out. Proceeds go toward community projects.
Uptown Farmers’ Market: 7:30 a.m.-12 p.m.: 65 West Main St., Martinsville. (Each Saturday, April-November).
Community Breakfast: 8:30-10 a.m., Ridgeway Methodist Church. Breakfast is held on the third Saturday of each month. (Except for July and December).
23rd Annual Strawberry Festival: 10 a.m.-4 p.m., North Main Street, Stuart. Come get some of the best fresh local strawberries around and enjoy great food, music, and crafted items from many vendors. Rain or shine.
Spring Fling event: 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Martinsville Health and Rehab, 1607 Spruce Street Ext., Martinsville. Enjoy food and drink, DJ and music, cornhole, games, door prizes, and raffles. Tammy’s Grill food truck will be on-site.
Chalk it up: 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Martinsville Main Library. Bring the sidewalks at the library to life with your original chalk creations. Ages 2-12. Each child must have a responsible adult with them at all times.
AA meeting: 12 p.m., Any Lengths Group, First Baptist Church Fellowship, 23 Starling Ave., Martinsville. (Every Saturday).
Baking Memories Wright ribbon-cutting: 12:30 p.m., 2161 Crestridge Rd., Bassett.
Sunday
AA meetings: 9 a.m., Making the Connection Group, 97 Wards Farm Rd., Martinsville; 5 p.m., Zoom ID#6109351947, Passcode 12. (Every Sunday).
Homecoming: 12 p.m., White’s Chapel Baptist Church, 6237 Horsepasture Price Road in Ridgeway. Join us after the morning service for good food and fellowship.
Progressive Prayer Temple Worship Center 35th church anniversary: 2:30 p.m., 64 Cameron Rd., Martinsville, with guest speaker Bishop James Perkins, pastor of Jerusalem Free Deliverance Church and congregation.
MHC Historical Society Sunday Afternoon Lecture: 3 p.m., The right place, the right time – the story of Ridgeway Clocks with Will Gravely. 1 E. Main St., Martinsville.
Karaoke Night: 6:30-9:30 p.m., San Jose Mexican Restaurant. 730 E. Church St., Patrick Henry Mall. (Every Sunday).
Monday
Henry County School Board special meeting: 8:15 a.m., Henry County Administration Building, 3rd Floor Boardroom. This is for the approval of categorical transfer and appropriation to the FY 2026 School Nutrition Budget.
P&HCC Board meeting: 12 p.m., Frith Exhibit Hall.
AA meetings: 12 p.m., Peer Recovery Connection, 1100 Spruce St., Martinsville; 6 p.m., Any Lengths Group, First Baptist Church Fellowship Hall, 23 Starling Ave., Martinsville. (Every Monday).
Bingo: 5 p.m. doors open, 7 p.m. games start. Horsepasture Volunteer Fire Department (Every Monday).
Patrick County Learning Series: 5:30-7 p.m., 104 Rucker St., Stuart. Agents from the Patrick County Extension Office will explain what the Extension does and how it assists community members, outline available programs for residents, and answer questions.
Pub Run: 6 p.m., Meet at the Ground Floor and head out for a walk or run. Afterward, enjoy $1 off drinks back at Ground Floor. Sponsored by the YMCA. (Every Monday).
Tuesday
TOPS meeting: 9 a.m. weigh-in, 10 a.m. meeting at Chatham Heights Baptist Church, 1235 Chatham Heights Rd., Martinsville. (Every Tuesday).
Chair aerobics: 9 a.m. at Spencer-Penn Center with Judi Perrin. This 45-minute exercise builds strength and is fun. $5 fee. (Every Tuesday).
Martinsville 5th and 8th grade transition ceremonies: 10 a.m., Albert Harris Elementary; 1 p.m., Patrick Henry Elementary; 6 p.m., Martinsville Middle School.
Bassett Historical Center program: 10:30 a.m., Susan L. Adkins Memorial Meeting Room. Park Ranger Danny Martin tells the story of how a land grant from the King of England led to the transformation of a wooded wilderness into a thriving mining boom-town, in “Fayerdale: The Missing Town.”
Preschool story time: 11:15 a.m. at Collinsville Library. This program is for children ages 2-6. Stories, songs, games, crafts, and learning. (Every Tuesday).
Grow MHC Awards Program: 3-4:30 p.m., 191 Fayette St., Martinsville.
Afterschool story time: 3:15 p.m. at Collinsville Library. This program is for children in K-2nd grade. Enjoy stories, songs, and crafts. (Every Tuesday).
Henry County – Martinsville Republican Party meeting: 6:30 p.m., Benny Summerlin meeting room of the Henry County Administration Building. (Third Tuesday of each month.)
AA meeting: 7 p.m., Zoom ID#6109351947, Passcode 12. (Every Tuesday)
Wednesday
Clearview Early Learning Center Promotion Parade: 9:30 a.m., Clearview Early Learning Center. Led my Martinsville Fire and EMS, teachers, families, and classmates line the streets to celebrate students as they start the transition to kindergarten.
Community Bible Study: 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Pocahontas Bassett Baptist Church, 120 Old Bassett Heights Road, Bassett, in the fellowship hall. This is a gathering of Christians of various denominations for Bible study. (Every Wednesday).
AA meetings: 2 p.m., Afternooners, Broad Street Christian Church, 106 Broad Street, Martinsville; 7 p.m., Zoom ID#6109351947, Passcode 12. (Every Wednesday)
Blue Ridge Regional Library Board meeting: 3 p.m., Bassett Branch Library.
Nondenominational Bible Study: 3:30 p.m., Traditional Christian Church, 2630 Virginia Avenue, Collinsville. Attendees are encouraged to bring a Bible. (Every Wednesday).
Trivia League: 6:30-8:30 p.m., Scuffle Hill Brewing. Seasonal and nightly prizes for winners of this random trivia contest. Free to play. (Every 1st and 3rd Wednesday).
Boot Scootin’ and Groovin’: 8-11 p.m., Wild Mag’s. Line dancing and free lessons with DJ Taylor. (Every Wednesday).
