Martinsville-Henry County YMCA announces Transforming Community: Capital Campaign Kickoff
Read full article: Martinsville-Henry County YMCA announces Transforming Community: Capital Campaign KickoffThe Martinsville-Henry County YMCA announced Oct. 6 that the organization officially launched the Transforming Community Capital Campaign.
NASCAR brings thousands of fans to Martinsville Speedway for one-of-a-kind experience
Read full article: NASCAR brings thousands of fans to Martinsville Speedway for one-of-a-kind experienceWhether they drove in from an hour away or from a different state, racing fans came from all around to the iconic Martinsville Speedway to experience something that only NASCAR can provide.
Martinsville, southside VA receive economic boost from NASCAR
Read full article: Martinsville, southside VA receive economic boost from NASCARNASCARโs return to Martinsville Speedway this weekend is expected to generate millions in economic impact for the region, with local businesses already seeing an uptick in customer traffic.
Three additional suspects arrested, charged in connection with fatal Martinsville shooting
Read full article: Three additional suspects arrested, charged in connection with fatal Martinsville shootingThree additional suspects have been arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of a 39-year-old woman in Martinsville, according to the Martinsville Police Department.
New YMCA to bring wellness, youth programs to Martinsville
Read full article: New YMCA to bring wellness, youth programs to MartinsvilleThe Martinsville-Henry County YMCA kicked off its Transforming Community Capital Campaign Oct. 1 at Hamlet Vineyards, aiming to raise funds for a new 60,000-square-foot Lester Family YMCA.
Grant to help Martinsville repurpose old factory as apartments, restaurants
Read full article: Grant to help Martinsville repurpose old factory as apartments, restaurantsA historic warehouse in Martinsvilleโs downtown district will be transformed into a mixed-use development featuring restaurants and apartments, backed by a $1 million grant from the Virginia Tobacco Region Revitalization Commission (TRRC).
Special prosecutors begins investigation into possible misconduct in Martinsville
Read full article: Special prosecutors begins investigation into possible misconduct in MartinsvilleThe investigation focuses on whether there was any criminal misconduct by current or former Martinsville city officials. This follows the dismissal of City Manager Aretha Ferrell-Benavides in August.
Nathan Trotter to invest $65 million in first U.S. tin production facility in Henry County
Read full article: Nathan Trotter to invest $65 million in first U.S. tin production facility in Henry CountyNathan Trotter will invest about $65 million to build Tin Ridge, the nationโs first large-scale tin production and recycling facility in Henry County, Virginia.
Special prosecutor appointed as Martinsville investigation continues
Read full article: Special prosecutor appointed as Martinsville investigation continuesCommonwealthโs Attorney Andy Hall said he made the request to avoid any potential conflicts of interest. The appointment follows the firing of City Manager Aretha Ferrell-Benavides last month.
Martinsville City Council splits on releasing ex-city manager probe
Read full article: Martinsville City Council splits on releasing ex-city manager probeThe fallout from the firing of Martinsville City Manager Aretha Ferrell Benevides continues to deepen, as City Council members clash over whether to release investigation documents to the public.
State grants support Martinsville-Henry County 911 Center equipment upgrades, regional collaboration
Read full article: State grants support Martinsville-Henry County 911 Center equipment upgrades, regional collaborationThe grants will be used to upgrade equipment, support the centerโs accreditation process, and develop a regional partnership with Franklin and Patrick counties to answer calls across jurisdictions.
Martinsville City Council names Chief of Police Robert Fincher as Interim City Manager
Read full article: Martinsville City Council names Chief of Police Robert Fincher as Interim City ManagerLess than a week after firing the controversial former City Manager Aretha Ferrell-Benavides, the Martinsville City Council voted 3-2 in favor of naming Chief of Police Robert Fincher as Interim City Manager.
Former Martinsville city manager Aretha Ferrell-Benavides responds to ouster by city council
Read full article: Former Martinsville city manager Aretha Ferrell-Benavides responds to ouster by city councilIn a statement to 10 News, she called the termination โunjustified and retaliatory in nature.โ
Barricaded standoff in Henry County ends peacefully after 3 hours
Read full article: Barricaded standoff in Henry County ends peacefully after 3 hoursA man who was wanted for several warrants out of Martinsville surrendered peacefully to law enforcement during a barricaded standoff on Monday night, according to the Henry County Sheriffโs Office.
Martinsville hopes for job opportunities from creation of new North Carolina aviation facility
Read full article: Martinsville hopes for job opportunities from creation of new North Carolina aviation facilityMartinsville officials are hoping a major jobs announcement in North Carolina has some spillover effects across the state line.
Wanted man surrenders following attempted murder in Martinsville
Read full article: Wanted man surrenders following attempted murder in MartinsvilleLaw enforcement is searching for a wanted man following an attempted murder that took place in Martinsville on Friday evening, Martinsville Police Department said.
Local leaders respond to โSanctuary Jurisdictionโ allegations
Read full article: Local leaders respond to โSanctuary Jurisdictionโ allegationsIn a now deleted list released by the Department of Homeland Security, several localities, including the cities of Martinsville and Lynchburg and several local counties, were listed as sanctuary jurisdictions. A term used to describe localities that are not cooperating to the fullest extent with the federal governmentโs efforts to deport illegal immigrants.
Department of Homeland Security releases public list of alleged Sanctuary Jurisdictions
Read full article: Department of Homeland Security releases public list of alleged Sanctuary JurisdictionsThe Department of Homeland Security has recently released a public list of alleged sanctuary jurisdictions, including several in our area โ some of which say they were unaware they were even listed.
Martinsville to implement traffic changes to the Uptown area starting next week
Read full article: Martinsville to implement traffic changes to the Uptown area starting next weekHeads up, drivers! The City of Martinsville is slated to implement several traffic changes in the Uptown area, starting Thursday, May 1.
Martinsville soldier killed during D-Day accounted for after more than 80 years
Read full article: Martinsville soldier killed during D-Day accounted for after more than 80 yearsA soldier from Martinsville who was killed during World War II has been accounted for, officials announced in a press release.
Puppet-themed family day brings crowd to art garden in Martinsville
Read full article: Puppet-themed family day brings crowd to art garden in MartinsvilleAround 100 guests took part in a puppet-themed Family Day hosted by Piedmont Arts and Beegins With You on Saturday, April 12, in the Gravely-Lester Art Garden.
Trumpโs tariff plan aims to revive U.S. manufacturing jobs
Read full article: Trumpโs tariff plan aims to revive U.S. manufacturing jobsHenry County and Martinsville are just two areas in the region that were hit hard as jobs moved overseas. Residents there have mixed feelings about whether the tariff plan will be effective.
Denny Hamlin ends 10-year win drought at Martinsville Speedway
Read full article: Denny Hamlin ends 10-year win drought at Martinsville SpeedwayDenny Hamlin ended an agonizing 10-year winless streak at Martinsville Speedway, holding off teammate Christopher Bell in his home state to secure a spot in the NASCAR Cup Series playoffs. The Joe Gibbs Racing star, from the Richmond suburb of Chesterfield, leads active Cup drivers with six victories at Martinsville. But Sunday was his first on the 0.526-mile oval since March 29, 2015. Hamlin was a frequent contender during his 19-race drought at Martinsville, posting 10 top fives and leading 226 laps. Bell, who leads the Cup Series with three wins this season, was second, followed by Bubba Wallace, Chase Elliott and Kyle Larson. With the 55th victory of his career, Hamlin also snapped a 31-race winless streak since last April at Dover.
Martinsville Speedway welcomes hundreds of campers for race weekend
Read full article: Martinsville Speedway welcomes hundreds of campers for race weekendRace weekend has arrived, and the excitement is palpable as NASCAR fans flock to Martinsville for days filled with racing, tailgating, and cherished traditions. People from all over are making their way to this iconic venue.
VDOT gives recommended traffic patterns for those heading to Martinsville Speedway this weekend
Read full article: VDOT gives recommended traffic patterns for those heading to Martinsville Speedway this weekendThe Virginia Department of Transportation has given numerous recommendations for race fans who are driving to Martinsville Speedway from March 28 to March 30.
Martinsville Councilman holds press conference following removal from council meeting
Read full article: Martinsville Councilman holds press conference following removal from council meetingA Martinsville city councilman spoke out on Thursday afternoon after being removed from a Tuesday night council meeting.
God's Pit Crew and Martinsville Speedway team up to distribute free food boxes
Read full article: God's Pit Crew and Martinsville Speedway team up to distribute free food boxesRacing to make a difference, Godโs Pit Crew and Martinsville Speedway have teamed up to distribute free food boxes to families in need.
New exhibit to open March 28 at Piedmont Arts in Martinsville
Read full article: New exhibit to open March 28 at Piedmont Arts in MartinsvillePiedmont Arts will host an opening reception for its latest exhibits on Friday, March 28, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. The exhibits, titled โThreads, Folds & Rabbit Holes,โ โUntethered: An Exploration of Emotion,โ and โPeaceful Creation: Natureโs Brilliance on Land and Water,โ will be on display at the museum.
Wanted man arrested for involvement in 2024 Martinsville sports bar shooting
Read full article: Wanted man arrested for involvement in 2024 Martinsville sports bar shootingA man wanted for his involvement in a 2024 Martinsville shooting has been arrested after nearly 10 months of searching, Martinsville Police Department said.
Virginia speed cameras generate $34 million in fines statewide, report reveals
Read full article: Virginia speed cameras generate $34 million in fines statewide, report reveals579,085 drivers were caught blasting through school zones and construction sites across the state, bringing in almost $34 million in fines, according to a January 2025 Virginia State Police Department report.
Martinsville woman charged with malicious wounding after stabbing man
Read full article: Martinsville woman charged with malicious wounding after stabbing manA Martinsville woman has been arrested and charged with malicious wounding after stabbing a man during an altercation at an apartment complex Sunday, according to the Henry County Sheriffโs Office.
Two arrested after narcotics seizure in Martinsville
Read full article: Two arrested after narcotics seizure in MartinsvilleOn Feb. 18, 2025, members of the Martinsville Police Departmentโs Special Investigations Unit, along with a special agent from the Virginia State Police, executed search warrants for narcotics at two locations.
Statewide Burn Ban to go into effect Saturday
Read full article: Statewide Burn Ban to go into effect SaturdayA statewide Burn Ban will go into effect Saturday, this bans open air-burning before 4 p.m. and will be in effect until Apr. 40 and applies to all open-air burning within 300 feet of woodland, the Martinsville Fire & EMS Dept. announced.
Five men arrested following narcotics investigation and pursuit in Henry County
Read full article: Five men arrested following narcotics investigation and pursuit in Henry CountyFive men were arrested in Henry County on Tuesday following a narcotics investigation that led to a pursuit, Henry County Sheriffโs Office said.
Former Martinsville Doctor convicted on 467 federal counts of drug distribution
Read full article: Former Martinsville Doctor convicted on 467 federal counts of drug distributionA former Martinsville doctor was convicted on 467 federal charges of drug distribution, according to the U.S Attorneyโs Office of the Western District of Virginia.
Truex on the pole, Hamlin crashes in practice ahead of the Xfinity 500 cut off race in Martinsville
Read full article: Truex on the pole, Hamlin crashes in practice ahead of the Xfinity 500 cut off race in MartinsvilleTruex on the pole, Hamlin crashes in practice ahead of the Xfinity 500 cut off race in Martinsville
Elementary Students Shift Gears into STEM Learning at Martinsville Speedway
Read full article: Elementary Students Shift Gears into STEM Learning at Martinsville SpeedwayLocal fifth graders had the opportunity to experience the excitement of Martinsville Speedway, making their visit into a hands-on STEM learning adventure.
Cancer survivors attend Martinsville pink event
Read full article: Cancer survivors attend Martinsville pink eventOctober marks Breast Cancer Awareness Month. On Saturday, cancer survivors and community members gathered in Martinsville to observe the occasion, with a goal of educating people on the topic and saving lives.
Local school counselors tackle bullying with education and emotional support
Read full article: Local school counselors tackle bullying with education and emotional supportFrom students facing issues with friends to even what other people say about them online bullying in schools can be a major problem.
Local businesses inspire young minds at Martinsvilleโs career fair
Read full article: Local businesses inspire young minds at Martinsvilleโs career fairMartinsville City Schools is helping its middle school students learn more about what they want to be when they grow up by hosting a career fair called CTE Discovery Career Quest. Itโs taking place October 8 at 10 am at the Big Chair Parking Lot in Uptown Martinsville.
Over A Thousand Warnings Issued as Martinsville Cracks Down on Speeding Near Schools
Read full article: Over A Thousand Warnings Issued as Martinsville Cracks Down on Speeding Near SchoolsMartinsville Police Department wants people to slow down at all its schools, so it installed speed enforcement cameras.
Student arrested for reportedly making threat against Martinsville High School
Read full article: Student arrested for reportedly making threat against Martinsville High SchoolA student was arrested early Tuesday morning after making a threat toward Martinsville High School, according to school officials.
Student arrested for making reportedly threat against Martinsville High School
Read full article: Student arrested for making reportedly threat against Martinsville High SchoolA student was arrested early Tuesday morning after making a threat toward Martinsville High School, according to school officials.
Juvenile charged after bomb threat at Elementary School in Martinsville
Read full article: Juvenile charged after bomb threat at Elementary School in MartinsvilleThe Henry County Sheriffโs Office is investigating a threat that was made over the phone towards G. W. Carver Elementary School Tuesday afternoon, according to the office.
Martinsville man arrested after leading cops on high-speed chase across state lines
Read full article: Martinsville man arrested after leading cops on high-speed chase across state linesA Martinsville man has been arrested after leading cops on a high-speed chase that went across state lines, according to the Henry County Sheriff's Office.
Hereโs how Virginia families can get help with school supplies ahead of the school year
Read full article: Hereโs how Virginia families can get help with school supplies ahead of the school yearIf your family needs a little extra help this Back to School season, the Back2School outreach is here to help.
Martinsville teacher publishes book highlighting historic, untold stories of Patrick County
Read full article: Martinsville teacher publishes book highlighting historic, untold stories of Patrick CountyBeverly Belcher Woody has always loved history, and now she's sharing the untold history of Patrick County.
