Martinsville, VA news on Friday, October 16, 2026
In Martinsville, VA on Friday, October 16, 2026: Zaxby's opens Monday in Martinsville; NASCAR weekend ahead. Also: Martinsville reversed five decades of population decline and is growing younger than before; NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series race at Martinsville Speedway on October 30 has Black's Tire as title sponsor. Weather: Mostly cloudy today with highs near 67°F, light rain expected and winds up to 15 mph.
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- Zaxby's chicken restaurant opens its Martinsville location on Monday after announcement this week.rbs news now ·
News & local government
- Martinsville reversed five decades of population decline and is growing younger than before.Cardinal News ·
Sports
- NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series race at Martinsville Speedway on October 30 has Black's Tire as title sponsor.Catchfence ·
- Virginia Tech football team prepares for upcoming Georgia Tech game with receiver depth improving.Martinsville Bulletin ·
Nature & environment
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