Chad Hall, a longtime Martinsville business owner and local media executive, is running for a seat on Martinsville City Council this fall.
Hall has spent more than 25 years working in Southside Virginia media as CEO of BTW21 Television, providing local news, weather, sports and community programming. He also owns and manages rental properties in the area and has served as senior pastor of New Day Church in Martinsville for the past 10 years.
Hall, 55, grew up in Martinsville and has lived and worked in the community for decades. He said his business, church, home and real estate investments have all kept him connected to the city.
“Martinsville isn’t just where I live — it’s where I’ve invested my life. My home, my businesses, my church, and my real estate investments are all here because I believe in this city and its future,” Hall said. “I grew up in Martinsville. I remember when people were excited to come here.”
Hall said he decided to run because he believes Martinsville needs to move beyond its current political divisions.
“Today, too often, when people hear the name ‘Martinsville,’ they think of conflict instead of opportunity. That has to change. That is why I am running for Martinsville City Council.”
Hall’s campaign platform centers on restoring what he calls professionalism, rebuilding trust and moving the city forward.
He said Martinsville’s current challenges did not develop overnight and will require time and cooperation to address.
“I believe the first step toward progress is restoring integrity and professionalism to the City Council. If we want to attract young professionals, new businesses, and new families, we must first demonstrate professionalism ourselves. Strong leadership creates confidence, and confidence attracts investment.”
Hall said he wants the city to increase its tax revenue to help increase school enrollment and expand the workforce, improve housing and address infrastructure needs.
“These are issues that require collaboration, not division. I also want to strengthen our relationship with Henry County,” he said. “We are stronger when we work together.”
Hall said the city should work with Henry County, tourism organizations, businesses, educational institutions and state agencies to create opportunities for economic development and workforce recruitment.
As a business owner, Hall said he believes accountability and integrity should extend to elected officials.
“As a business owner for more than 25 years, I’ve learned that your word matters. In my world, a handshake still means something. Integrity, transparency, accountability, and respect are not campaign slogans; they are the principles I have lived by throughout my career,” he said.
Hall said he wants the council to focus more on addressing city issues and less on disagreements among its members.
“I want the City Council to spend less time focused on personalities and political disagreements and more time focused on solutions that improve the lives of our citizens.”
Hall said he believes Martinsville has a strong future but that the city needs to rebuild public confidence to move forward.
“But before we can truly move forward, we must restore professionalism, rebuild trust, and bring people together around a shared vision for our future,” he said.
Hall is married to Melodie Hall, and they have two children and two grandchildren.
