Virginia Cooperative Extension - Henry County/Martinsville

Caswell Correctional Center, located in Blanch, North Carolina, serves as a medium-security prison for adult males, accommodating inmates sentenced from one year to life. Established in 1931, the facility has evolved from a farm-focused institution to a comprehensive correctional facility, offering various educational and vocational programs aimed at successful reintegration into society. The center emphasizes skill development through diverse work assignments, including road maintenance and facility upkeep, while also providing inmates with opportunities for personal growth and resilience. With a focus on maintaining security and compliance, Caswell Correctional Center ensures that all communication and materials sent to inmates adhere to strict regulations. Generated from the website

The Carter Pines Community Park, located in Hillsville, VA, is the largest town park in Southwestern Virginia, encompassing a serene 24-acre tract owned and maintained by Carroll County. This unique park features one of the state's original white pine plantings from the 1930s, alongside reforestations of native hardwoods and facilities such as a large picnic shelter and a striking Community Honor Wall. Notably, the park includes a historically significant 1924 hydraulic water ram system listed on the National Register of Historic Places, highlighting its rich heritage. With plans for a trail system and its advantageous location adjacent to both the Carroll Wellness Center and the Carroll County Governmental Center, it serves as a valuable recreational space open from sunrise to sunset. Generated from the website