One speaker called the proposed tax hikes "totally stupid," while another argued that tax revenue helps invest in county services.
- BILL WYATT Martinsville Bulletin
A long-awaited forensic audit released Tuesday paints a picture of widespread breakdowns in financial controls, oversight, and documentation within Martinsville city government during the tenure of former City Manager Aretha Ferrell-Benavides.
- JASON DUNOVANT The Roanoke Times
Franklin County is considering increases to its real estate tax and meals tax. Here's where the money would go and when a public hearing is scheduled.
- JASON DUNOVANT The Roanoke Times
The Tri-County Lakes Administrative Commission will once again stock sterile grass carp into Smith Mountain Lake this year to combat the invasive aquatic plant known as hydrilla.
- LAURENCE HAMMACK The Roanoke Times
The county is a participant in an ICE enforcement agreement.
- JASON DUNOVANT The Roanoke Times
Franklin County residents are concerned about proposed limits on chickens and bees that can be kept in some zoning districts while outright prohibiting them in others.
- BILL WYATT Martinsville Bulletin
One of NASCAR’s oldest and most storied venues could again be at risk of losing major race dates, a concern driving the creation of a new Virginia Motorsports Caucus aimed at preserving the sport’s future across the state.
Supervisors in Franklin County are considering increasing the real estate tax rate up to 7 cents as they look for ways to balance the budget in the upcoming fiscal year.
Residents in Franklin County could be hit with a 3-cent real estate tax increase based on a budget proposal presented to supervisors Tuesday evening.
Former Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares did not mention President Donald Trump while campaigning against redistricting in Roanoke Tuesday night.
Elected in 2022, Perdue has overseen significant growth in the town during his first term in office.
Early in-person voting began Friday and runs through 5 p.m. Saturday, April 18, on the amendment to the Virginia Constitution to redraw the commonwealth's congressional districts.
A Lynchburg judge on Monday dismissed a request by the city to prevent the general registrar from preparing for early voting on a state congressional redistricting referendum.
Two Democratic candidates for Virginia’s 9th District, Douglas Crockett and Adam Murphy, outlined their priorities at a Blacksburg forum as they compete for the chance to challenge U.S. Rep. Morgan Griffith in November.
Construction of Franklin County's career and tech education center could possibly take three years.
Is Petula Burks’ lost cellphone in New York or Philadelphia? After a Wednesday hearing in Connie Clay's suit against the city, it's still not clear.
In the city of Martinsville, where public trust has been battered by firings, closed-door meetings, and redacted documents, Martinsville Commonwealth’s Attorney Patrick Flinn says he is nearing a decision.
Poindexter, a Republican, served in the state House from 2008 to 2022.
Anglers at Smith Mountain Lake are now expressing strong opposition to a proposal to stock sterile grass carp in the lake to stop the spread of invasive hydrilla.
Steve Sandy took over as Franklin County's administrator on Feb. 1. He replaces Chris Whitlow, who announced last year he would be stepping down.
Holland Perdue, the mayor of Rocky Mount, is accused to making false statements in court documents.
A federal appropriations package recently signed into law is providing funds for a needed communications system in Franklin County.
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Sidewalk and curb work near Sheetz on School Board Road will close one lane April 20 for 3–4 days, with a detour and paving scheduled for April 27.
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Madison County has prohibited open-air fires effective April 14, 2026, due to drought and wildfire risk, authorizing emergency management to reduce fire danger.
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Rappahannock-Rapidan Health District reports a rabid skunk in Orange County and urges residents to vaccinate pets, avoid wildlife and report possible exposures.
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RRHD reports a rabid skunk near Zachary Taylor Hwy and Terrys Run Rd in Orange, Va., and urges residents to vaccinate pets and avoid contact with wildlife.
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A historic boundary adjustment between the Town of Rocky Mount and Franklin County was recently finalized following court approval.
That’s roughly $380,000 more than Connie Clay initially sought in her complaint. Clay claims she was fired by city officials for refusing to break public records laws.
"I've burned that bridge for sure," Quinn said of his strained relationship with some supervisors. "But I have to do what is right."
Negotiations have been ongoing between the two localities since the county purchased the property for $5 million in May.
Gills Creek District representative Lorie Smith was nominated to the chairperson position during an organizational meeting held Monday.
The Franklin County Board of Supervisors denied a proposal for a 35-acre solar farm on a 168-acre property in Henry.
Ending a disagreement that lasted more than a year, the Boones Mill fire department will get a new tanker truck after approval from Franklin County supervisors.