A Flavorsome Fall in Martinsville-Henry County

Fall is almost here. For many, fall is the highlight of the year because of all the delightful smells, tastes and flavors that come along with it. The brisk days are perfectly complimented with warm dishes and seasonal activities happening in Martinsville—Henry County. If you are looking for a delightful culinary experience this season, be... Read More

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September 4, 2020

Checking and Savings 101 for Kids

Whether it’s a piggy bank, a jar, or money stuffed under the mattress, parents want to teach their kids to save money early on. Not only is it important to teach children about saving and using money wisely, but it also helps create a sense of responsibility in children to learn how to save and... Read More

Local, People, Tools and Tips

September 2, 2020

Mountain Biking 101 for Kids

Riding a bike may be a rite of passage for most children, the first source of freedom and independence for many. But what about leaving the safe passageways of sidewalks, streets and parking lots and venturing off-road? How young is too young to take up mountain biking? Andy DeVault, a former competitive cyclist, helps train... Read More

Features, Health, Local, Tools and Tips

August 20, 2020

Learning from history: Dedicated historian, artist Danny Ricketts dies at 79

In George Lucas’s Raiders of the Lost Ark, antagonist Dr. Rene Belloq holds up a pocket watch and tells Indiana Jones, “Look at this watch. Cheap. Nothing. Take it out into the desert and bury it for a thousand years and it becomes priceless.” Belloq may have been correct, but without the written history of what... Read More

Culture, Local

August 14, 2020

“Weird” Would Be the New Norm Inside the Creative Process of Jameel Rashad Austin

“We’re all gifted with creativity, but not everyone utilizes the gift,” says Jameel Rashad Austin when asked about how he found his creative spark. Austin, a local photographer and content creator, is producing some of the most unique and thought-provoking art in our area. Austin spent his early childhood in Trenton, New Jersey. He adds,... Read More

Arts + Music, Culture, Local, Uncategorized

August 11, 2020

7 Ways to Get on the Water at Philpott Lake

Philpott Lake is a natural sanctuary in Southwest Virginia that provides a welcome escape from the everyday workings of modern life. This sprawling lake region offers not only the quiet beauty of time on the water but is surrounded by almost 20,000 acres of pristine wilderness with the Blue Ridge Mountains rising up in the... Read More

Health, Local

July 6, 2020

Biking in MHC

Hit the trails, or the open road, in Martinsville—Henry County. Cycling has become a favorite pastime for many, and numerous trails, varying in difficulty and magnificent views, are awaiting you in MHC. Take a ride on one of our many trails along the Smith River Trail System or visit our award-winning mountain biking complex. There... Read More

Health, Local

July 6, 2020

A Library is More Than Just a Building of Books: Inside the Danville Public Library

If you ask Russell Carter to recommend a book to read, he can’t recommend one. “How do you pick just one?” He asked. The written word has always been a part of Carter’s life and career, whether as a journalist, communications officer for Danville Parks & Recreation, and now as Director of the Danville Public... Read More

Cover Feature, Local

July 6, 2020

The Perfect MHC Itinerary – Designed by Locals

Last month, Martinsville – Henry County celebrated National Travel & Tourism Week with the U.S. Travel Association and the Virginia Tourism Corporation. One element of the week-long celebration, was the opportunity for residents of Martinsville – Henry County to help design a perfect itinerary for visitors. Each day, VisitMartinsville launched an open-ended question on their... Read More

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June 11, 2020

Love in the Time of COVID

Our friends call us K-squared, but we’re just Kristy and Kaitlin, newlyweds navigating COVID-19 in Danville, VA. We met in late 2018, after months on terrible dating apps. We were on our last app, and last nerve, but hit it off instantly late one Saturday night. It was a quick connection. We firmly believe everything... Read More

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