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Councilors Aaron Rawls and Julian Mei held a press conference on Thursday to address Rawls' removal from the most recent regular session.

Martinsville council members address meeting controversy at press conference

by Dean-Paul Stephens March 28, 2025March 28, 2025

Council member Aaron Rawls, who was removed from Tuesday night’s meeting by a sheriff’s deputy, said he worries what the incident will do for the city’s reputation.

A deputy escorts Councilmember Aaron Rawls out of Tuesday's regular session.

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Rawls removed from Martinsville council meeting

by Dean-Paul Stephens March 26, 2025March 26, 2025

Martinsville’s Tuesday night city council regular session ended with pointed comments between council members and resulted in Councilor Aaron Rawls’ removal by a deputy. Much of Tuesday’s packed city council meeting proceeded without incident until near the end of the meeting when councilors are encouraged to provide comment. Rawls used his time to address recent […]

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Agenda Henry County: County to consider $100,000 park request

by Dean-Paul Stephens March 25, 2025March 23, 2025

Officials will also consider designating April as Child Abuse Prevention Month.

Lynchburg City Council. Photo by Steve Hemphill.

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Agenda Lynchburg: City council to review proposed budget increases

by Jeff Lester March 25, 2025March 24, 2025

The proposed budget will increase water, sewer and stormwater management bills.

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Agenda Bristol: Bristol Housing Authority could soon be renamed Beyond Housing

by Susan Cameron March 25, 2025March 24, 2025

The City council will consider approving the name change during its Tuesday night meeting.

Martinsville City Council meets here. Courtesy of City of Martinsville.

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Agenda Martinsville: Joint comprehensive plan work session scheduled

by Dean-Paul Stephens March 25, 2025March 24, 2025

The city council and the Berkley Group will continue to develop the city’s comprehensive plan.

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Agenda Danville: Utilities director will present on city rates compared to nearby localities

by Grace Mamon March 24, 2025March 23, 2025

Danville is considering a rate increase, but monthly costs will still remain below nearby areas, according to the city.

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Agenda Roanoke: Proposed city budget to be presented on Monday

by Samantha Verrelli March 24, 2025March 23, 2025

In a tight budget year, school division advocates ask for full funding from the city, while city officials attempt to address concerns like employee compensation and building maintenance.

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Martinsville council member raises concerns over meeting timing

by Dean-Paul Stephens March 21, 2025March 20, 2025

Council member Aaron Rawls said that more notice should have been given for the March 17 closed meeting at which the city manager’s salary was discussed.