Dean-Paul Stephens, Author at Cardinal News

Maeve McCulloch (right) being sworn in last summer as a member of Ridgeway Town Council. Courtesy of McCulloch.

From the classroom to council: How Ridgeway became home to one of the youngest politicians in Virginia — and the nation

by Dean-Paul Stephens January 26, 2023January 26, 2023

Maeve McCulloch was appointed at age 18 to the council in the Henry County town. In November, she was elected to a full term as a write-in candidate.

Commonwealth Crossing in Henry County. Photo by Dean-Paul Stephens.

Economy

Henry County secures more than $22 million for site development as governor looks for economic growth

by Dean-Paul Stephens January 18, 2023January 17, 2023

The $22 million to Henry County’s Commonwealth Crossing Business Park is the second biggest appropriation for site development in this round of state funding.

Part of the exhibit. Courtesy of the Rev. Tyler Millner.

Culture

Martinsville church will host exhibit on Martin Luther King Jr.

by Dean-Paul Stephens January 13, 2023January 15, 2023

Beginning Sunday and running through Feb. 15, the Rev. Tyler C. Millner will make his collection, detailing the life and legacy of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., available for public viewing at his Martinsville church, Morning Star Holy Church.