Weather advisories expire and winter storm comes to an end
UPDATED: Sunday, Feb. 1, 2026, 8:49 a.m.
Here’s what’s happening: The cold weather advisory in effect for us expires at 10 a.m. this morning. All winter storm warnings and winter weather advisories will be canceled by then. In the region, only a wind advisory along the crest of the Blue Ridge will remain with gusts up to 50 mph across the mountains. Temperatures will trend warmer and closer to normal this week, with another period of very cold weather for next weekend.
Three-day forecast: Sunny and windy today with a high of 27 and gusts up to 28 mph, pushing wind chills to -3. Mostly clear tonight with a low of 10. Sunny on Monday and mostly clear overnight with a high of 38 and a low of 19. Increasing clouds on Tuesday with a high of 43. Cloudy Tuesday night with a 50% chance of rain, and a low of 31.
Weather-related announcements for Monday, Feb. 2:
- Bassett Physical Therapy: closed.
- Carlisle School: closed.
- Henry County Administration Building: Will open at 10 a.m.
- Henry County General District Court: closed.
- Henry County Public Schools: remote learning day. All extra-curricular activities are canceled.
- Martinsville City Public Schools: remote learning day.
- Martinsville Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court: closed.
- Patrick & Henry Community College: closed.
- Patrick County Public Schools: closed.
Community Calendar
Sunday
Karaoke Night: 6:30-9:30 p.m., San Jose Mexican Restaurant. 730 E. Church St., Patrick Henry Mall. (Every Sunday).
Monday
Bingo: 5 p.m. doors open, 7 p.m. games start. Horsepasture Volunteer Fire Department (Every Monday).
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 Centre with Judi Perrin. This 45-minute exercise builds strength and is fun. $5 fee. (Every Tuesday).
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.
Bingocize: 10 a.m. at Spencer-Penn Centre. Play Bingo and prevent falls with simple exercises. This class is free. (Every Tuesday and Thursday).
Free genealogy class: 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Bassett Historical Center, for the next four Tuesdays beginning today. Classes are limited to 12 people. Call 276-629-9191 to reserve your place.
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).
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).
Wednesday
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).
Nondenominational Bible Study: 3:30 p.m., Traditional Christian Church, 2630 Virginia Avenue, Collinsville. Attendees are encouraged to bring a Bible. (Every Wednesday).
Comprehensive Plan Open House: 5-7 p.m., Henry County Administration Building.
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).
Bob Ross Painting “Daisy Delight”: 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Piedmont Arts with certified instructor Naomi Hodge-Muse. Tickets are $75 for members and $85 for nonmembers. Advanced registration is required.
Crochet group: 10 a.m.-12 p.m. at the Collinsville Library. (Every Thursday).
Game night: 5-11 p.m., Scuffle Hill Brewing Company, 2620 Virginia Ave., Collinsville. Card, board, and video games. (Every Thursday).
Henry County School Board meeting: 5:30 p.m., Career Academy, 340 Ridgedale Drive, Martinsville.
YMCA Public Input meeting: 6 p.m., 708 N. Memorial Boulevard. The community is invited to attend to learn more about the vision for a new, expanded YMCA facility in Martinsville and to share ideas that will help shape its future.
Friday
“Buy Your Love Local” pop-up market: 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Calliope, Circus for the Arts, 410 Patrick Ave., Stuart.
Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner: 7-9 p.m. Feb. 6-7, and 2 p.m. on Feb. 8. A production by the TheatreWorks Community Players, Blackbox Theatre, 44 Franklin St., Martinsville.
Cascade School Community Center Music and Dance: 7-9:30 p.m. 3561 Huntington Trail, Cascade, with Jimmy Shirley and the Footlights. $10.
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
Scavenger hunt: 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Martinsville Main Library, for ages four and up. Hunt for hidden bears, discover amazing books, and receive a free prize while supplies last.
Hike the Paw Path and Dick and Willie Trail: 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Smith River Sports Complex, 1000 Irisburg Rd., Axton. Join the Dan River Basin Association for an approximately 3.5 mile hike starting from the river access. This hike is a moderate out and back.
African American Read-In and Family Day: 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Piedmont Arts. Crafts for kids and snacks will be available. The event is free and all ages are welcome.
Storytime: 10-11:30 a.m., Spencer-Penn Centre, 475 Spencer-Penn Rd., Spencer. This monthly program includes special readers, crafts, and other fund activities.
Ribbon-cutting and grand opening for the 9th House: 11 a.m., 15 E. Church St., (corner of Walnut and Church).
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