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Living in Martinsville-Henry County | Why People Stay

Our MHC Community Liaison Jordan Menefee speaks with a family at the 7th Festival Latino of Southern Virginia at Patrick & Henry Community College

What Residents Say About Living in Martinsville-Henry County Why People Stay: At Festival Latino, residents shared that family, friends, and jobs are important reasons they call Martinsville-Henry County (MHC) home. […]

Our MHC Community Conversations | What Matters Most

Julia Hollandsworth takes notes during an Our MHC focus group in Martinsville-Henry County.

What to Know About Our MHC Community Conversations What: Our MHC focus groups brought together Martinsville-Henry County residents with different experiences and perspectives. Why: The conversations explored themes that emerged […]

Jessica Martinez

Jessica Martinez

I’d like to see Our MHC result in stronger access to resources for families, more opportunities for youth, and continued growth in a way that benefits everyone.

Carlos Telles

Carlos Telles

Growing up in a family business that has served MHC for 25 years inspired me to help build a future where more voices are heard and everyone has a role.