Plus: Patrick & Henry Community College is in the running for a $1 million award.
Martinsville Zone
Martinsville and Henry County
Martinsville sheriff and city native Steve Draper remembered for his outreach and long tenure
Michael Law was sworn in as interim sheriff Monday after Draper’s death.
Martinsville Field Notes: Henry County Public Schools receives $2.6 million budget increase
Plus: The rehabilitation of 51 Lester continues.
Stricter data center regulations approved in Henry County
There is currently no property in the county zoned for a data center.
Special prosecutor: Martinsville investigation is ‘trudging along’ as interviews bring more details
Meanwhile, there are updates with three lawsuits prompted by the situation.
Martinsville Field Notes: Henry County data center changes to be discussed again Tuesday
Plus: West Piedmont Higher Education Center gets testing certification, and clean-up hailed ahead of Smith River Fest this weekend.
Former Patrick & Henry Community College player makes it to the big leagues with New York Yankees
Bradley Hanner is the first player from the school to make it to the Major Leagues. He made his debut Friday night.
Road to a deal: Patrick & Henry Community College, Rural King team up on truck driving need
A program will help Rural King distribution and put more licensed operators on the roads.
Martinsville Field Notes: Another step is taken toward a new YMCA
Plus: Henry County schools and partners give free supplies, haircuts and shoes, and “Trolls The Musical, Jr.” is here!
Martinsville Field Notes: Henry County schools launch book vending machines to promote literacy
Plus: Local and state incentives will provide $1.55 million to Rural King, and Dino Fest brings in an all-time high in revenue.

