The council members who voted against releasing information about the firing of Aretha Ferrell-Benavides cited attorney-client privilege.
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Tuesday meeting could lay groundwork for 2 solar projects in Henry County
If the agreements are approved, the companies would construct and operate solar arrays on a parcel totaling 40.9 acres.
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Martinsville City Council to talk about trees at Tuesday meeting
The city’s tree board has partnered with Green Infrastructure, an environmental advocacy group, to advocate for new growth and study the state of Martinsville’s greenery.
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Texas city chooses not to hire Martinsville city manager
Aretha Ferrell-Benavides, who was suspended from her Martinsville job last week, was one of four finalists for the Texas position.
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Restaurant Roundup: Consistency is key for owner of Martinsville’s 3rd Bay Cafe
A look at the Martinsville restaurants that were inspected in June, part of Cardinal’s monthly coverage.
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Martinsville city manager’s termination temporarily deferred as council seeks to comply with city charter
After a 60-day suspension with pay, Aretha Ferrell-Benavides’ termination will again take effect.
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Advocates for the homeless make a case for a year-round shelter in Martinsville
The city’s Warming Center provides shelter during the cold winter months, but Martinsville’s unhoused residents have nowhere to go when temperatures soar.
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Martinsville sheriff’s deputy claims she was signaled to remove city council member from March meeting
The filing in the lawsuit brought by Aaron Rawls contradicts earlier statements by the city manager.
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Martinsville places city manager on administrative leave, sets audit in motion
On the same day, a Texas city announced that Aretha Ferrell-Benavides is a finalist for its top job.
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In split vote, Martinsville finalizes city manager’s new salary at $215,000
Aretha Ferrell-Benavides was hired in 2023 at a salary of $175,000.