City and State Wide Burn Ban starts February 15th

The Martinsville Fire & EMS Department would like to remind all residents of the City that the Statewide Burn Ban goes into effect on February 15, 2023. 

This ban on open-air burning before 4:00 P.M. is in effect through April 30, 2023 and app...

City Council recognizes Rennie Hairston for his Track and Field accomplishments

Martinsville City Council recognized Rennie Hairston for his accomplishments at the recent Virginia Commonwealth Games and his continued success as an independent track runner during Tuesday Night's council meeting. 

Rennie Hairston, a 20...

City Council recognizes Natalie LaPrade for her accomplishments in the state diving competitions

City Council recognized Martinsville High School student, Natalie LaPrade, for her accomplishments at the state, regional, and Piedmont District diving championships during Tuesday night's meeting. 

LaPrade finished sixth and was named to...

City Council recognizes Jahmal Jones for his state Track and Field titles

Martinsville City Council recognized Martinsville High School senior, Jahmal Jones, who won two state titles in the 55-meter dash and the 300-meter dash at the VHSL Class 2 indoor track state championship meet held at Liberty University on Thursday, March...

1st Quarter Service Award recipients recognized by City Council

City Council recognized the 2023 1st Quarter Service Award recipients during Tuesday night's council meeting. 

The award recognizes employees as they reach employment milestones in 5 year increments. 

This quarter's recipients are:&nbs...

Real Estate Tax Relief Deadline approaching

The April 3rd deadline to apply for Real Estate Tax Relief for the Elderly and Totally and Permanently Disabled is approaching. 

Applications to apply for Real Estate Tax Relief for the Elderly and Totally and Permanently Disabled may be completed...

City of Martinsville launches new podcast, "Up to Date"

The City of Martinsville has launched a new podcast series, "Up to Date," that features in-depth conversations about what is happening in your city. 

The series will host various people who play a role in Martinsville's governme...

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L.C. Jones and Aaron Rawls elected as new Mayor and Vice Mayor

During Martinsville City Council’s organizational meeting on January 3, 2023, members of council elected L.C. Jones to serve as Mayor and Aaron Rawls to serve as Vice Mayor.  

Martinsville City Council votes to terminate reversion

Martinsville City Council members adopt a resolution to terminate reversion with a 3 to 2 vote. Mayor L.C. Jones, Vice Mayor Aaron Rawls, and Council member Tammy Pearson voted in favor of the resolution. Council member Kathy Lawson and Chad Martin voted ...

Dan Howell appointed as new Fire Chief

Assistant Fire Chief Dan Howell has been promoted to the role of Fire Chief as of January 1, 2023. 

Howell has served with Martinsville Fire and EMS for the last 26 years and succeeds retired Fire Chief, Ted Anderson Jr. 

“I have...

Suspect arrested in Martinsville Feb. 6th shooting

MARTINSVILLE, VA – Martinsville police have made an arrest in a shooting that occurred on February 6th in the area of Fayette and Spencer Streets.  

Tamarius Keshun Martin, 23 of Martinsville, was arrested and charged with malic...

Martinsville Police investigates shooting

On February 6, 2023 at 6:42 p.m., the Martinsville Police Department was dispatched to the area of Fayette and Spencer Streets, where a man reported that he had been shot. 

Upon arrival at the scene, officers located Jasoni Hairston, 19, of Martin...