The Henry County Board of Supervisors will vote Tuesday on whether to allocate money for the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program. The funds would be reimbursed by the USDA.
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News from the Martinsville area.
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Local partnership to alleviate homelessness could lead to a day center in Martinsville
At its meeting Tuesday evening, the city council will discuss applying with United Way for a Community Development Block Grant.
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Special prosecutor will take over investigation into Martinsville city spending
The city council this summer voted to conduct a forensic audit into the city’s spending.
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Details about Martinsville city manager’s firing will not be made public, council votes
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.