Bill Wyatt

Harrisonburg

Reporter at Martinsville Bulletin

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Wyatt: The technology divide

1 week ago | martinsvillebulletin.com | Bill Wyatt

The technology divide, also known as the digital divide, typically refers to the gap between individuals who utilize current technology in their lives and those who don’t, often because the latter lack the necessary skills. What is most frustrating to me is when those who lack the skills impose their ignorance on those who possess them.
Active shooter exercise held at NCI

1 week ago | martinsvillebulletin.com | Bill Wyatt

The New College Institute hosted an Active Shooter Exercise Development Workshop on Thursday, aimed at enhancing local emergency response efforts through training and hands-on simulations. “At NCI, we are committed to offering relevant, high-impact training that meets the needs of our region,” said NCI Executive Director Joe Sumner in a release. “Training sessions like this are not only timely — they’re essential.
Arrest report: Martinsville and Henry and Patrick counties

2 weeks ago | martinsvillebulletin.com | Bill Wyatt

EDITOR’S NOTE: The Martinsville Bulletin reports arrests in Martinsville, Henry and Patrick counties, except some juvenile cases and traffic citations other than DUI. Claims in civil suits may be reported, except in custody cases. The newspaper does not omit any names that qualify to be included. This information is compiled from documents provided by the law enforcement agencies of each jurisdiction.
Traffic stop leads to narcotics seizure and arrests

2 weeks ago | martinsvillebulletin.com | Bill Wyatt

Three people were arrested, and suspected narcotics were seized after a vehicle stop in Collinsville. The Henry County Sheriff's Office Narcotics Interdiction Unit conducted a traffic stop of a vehicle driven by Ronald Edwards. The vehicle was stopped in the parking lot of the AutoZone on Virginia Avenue on Wednesday, a release stated. As they approached, deputies observed Edwards and Zachary Denny, a front seat passenger, crawling over each other in an apparent attempt to switch seats.
Kornna Kitchen door

2 weeks ago | martinsvillebulletin.com | Bill Wyatt

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Charges against restaurant owner will go before a grand jury

2 weeks ago | martinsvillebulletin.com | Bill Wyatt

Charges against Rico Johnson will move to Martinsville Circuit Court, where they will be considered by a grand jury. Johnson, owner of the shuttered Kornna Kitchen Restaurant in uptown Martinsville, was charged Nov. 27 with nine felony counts of obtaining money by false pretense and nine felony counts of larceny by bad check.
Assault and battery charge against Henry County supervisor dismissed

2 weeks ago | martinsvillebulletin.com | Bill Wyatt

A charge of assault and battery against Collinsville District Supervisor Joe Bryant was dismissed in Henry County General District Court on Thursday. Bryant had been charged with the misdemeanor after an incident at his business in December after a former employee, Cecil Handy, alleged he was involved in a physical confrontation with Bryant.
Bassett man charged with sexual assault

2 weeks ago | martinsvillebulletin.com | Bill Wyatt

A Bassett man was arrested Thursday in North Carolina in an alleged sexual assault in Henry County. Arron Ray Snider, 28, was arrested in Beaufort County, North Carolina, by Henry County deputies with the assistance of local authorities, one day after the Sheriff's Office received a tip indicating where Snider could be found. On Sept. 12, the Henry County Sheriff's Office received a report of a sexual assault.
Martinsville's chief prosecutor will not seek reelection

2 weeks ago | martinsvillebulletin.com | Bill Wyatt

Martinsville Commonwealth’s Attorney Andrew Hall will not be seeking reelection this November. “I was wondering when someone was going to notice that I had not filed with the Registrar’s Office,” Hall said. “I’ve decided it’s time to try something else.”Hall does not know what he will be doing after he leaves the office as Martinsville’s chief prosecutor, but it is quite possible it will not be in the legal profession. “I’m a Christian, so I pray and seek guidance,” Hall said.
Reopening of the Bassett Community Center: "It all hinges on the grants"

2 weeks ago | martinsvillebulletin.com | Bill Wyatt

A small group of committed citizens gathered Monday to discuss plans to reopen the Bassett Community Center. West Piedmont Planning District Commission Community Development Director Rebekah Morgan updated the group. “We are working on applying for a grant that will look at asbestos and lead paint remediation, a market and feasibility study that’s currently underway, and exploring partnerships with donors to rehabilitate the swimming pool and reorganize the board leadership,” Morgan said.