Here’s a demographic look at how the city is changing.
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Martinsville and Henry County
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After 2020 landslide, Philpott Dam construction expected to be finished next summer
It will then begin generating electricity again and should be 20% more efficient.
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Martinsville City Schools celebrates 10 years of accreditation
“We started working on culture, a culture of respect and a culture of belief,” the superintendent said.
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Martinsville breast cancer survivor ‘fills the gap’ to help others navigate their journeys
October is the awareness month for the disease, but Ella Mae Wickham is dedicated to helping women with it year-round.
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Running for reelection, Martinsville mayor says he has not been interviewed as part of city investigation
Others have, however, and talked about their interactions with Virginia State Police.
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Martinsville’s warming center finds a new home at Soul Winners International Ministries
It has been located at the Salvation Army on Memorial Boulevard.
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Griffith seeks a ninth term in the 9th District. This time, he faces a cattle farmer from Bedford County.
Challenger Joy Powers has blamed rising costs on the incumbent’s party and attacked him as unavailable to constituents. The congressman is running on his record of protecting “conservative family values.”
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New Rosie’s gaming facility proposed for site near Martinsville Speedway
It would relocate from its current location in Collinsville.
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Martinsville’s warming center plans to relocate, awaiting approval for building code modification request
Organizers cite higher costs at Salvation Army location, are close to announcing new spot.
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Festival in Martinsville is seventh for Southern Virginia Latino Association
With one of the highest Hispanic population percentages in the region, the city marks heritage month.
