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“Tiger King” case has local tie
The PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) Foundation needed help gaining insight into the death of a lion, and they found it in Martinsville at the Virginia Museum of Natural History (VMNH). When concluded, research and testimony by Dr. Kal Ivanov and Dr. Joe Keiper, both of the...
City asks governor to veto reversion referendum bills
In a last effort to combat legislation that would require a referendum on reversion in Martinsville Stephen Piepgrass requested Gov. Glenn Youngkin veto the proposals. The companion bills that recently passed the Virginia General Assembly, were introduced by Del. Danny Marshall, R-Danville, and State Sen. Bill Stanley, R-Moneta. The measures require voter approval before the city is granted town status.
Lawrey recognized as Citizen of the Year
Linda Lawrey’s generosity for people and animals was honored when she was named the Citizen of the Year for 2021 by the Martinsville Police Department. Martinsville City Police Chief Eddie Cassady made the announcement at Tuesday’s meeting of Martinsville City Council. He noted that for many years, the police department has recognized city residents that have exemplified outstanding service, patriotism, and kindness to the city as a whole.
A new vision for uptown
Martinsville’s Uptown Partnership (UP) unveiled the results of the recently-completed community-driven visioning project last week, which included sweeping recommendations for revitalization. The new vision emphasizes inclusiveness and entrepreneurship as the path forward for a successful revitalization effort. Project director Chuck D’Aprix, of Downtown Economics, and team members from Community...
County schools to ease mask restrictions on buses
Henry County Public School students, faculty, and staff now get to choose whether or not they wear a mask both in the schools and on school buses. The change comes as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced updated mask guidelines last week. According to CDC data, Henry...
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