The Henry County Board of Supervisors presented Clifford Stone with the 2024 Jack Dalton Community Service Award during its Jan. 28 meeting, recognizing his extensive volunteer work and lifelong commitment to the Bassett community.
“This prestigious award is a tribute to the legacy of Mr. Jack Dalton, whose exemplary public service set a standard of commitment and selflessness that continues to inspire our community,” said Board Chairman Jim Adams.
“Mr. Stone’s tireless dedication to improving the lives of others, from his leadership with local organizations to his involvement in community projects, embodies the spirit of service that this award was created to recognize,” Adams said. “We thank Mr. Stone for his invaluable contributions to Henry County and encourage all of our citizens to follow his example of giving back for the betterment of our community.”
Stone, a lifelong Blackberry District resident, has dedicated decades to serving his community. His extensive volunteer work includes involvement with the Sanville Ruritan Club, the Bassett Area Jaycees, Bassett Kiwanis, the Martinsville Moose Lodge #2003, the Martinsville-Henry County Chamber of Commerce, the Adult Day Care Board, and the Clean Community Commission.
He is also a founding member of the Greater Bassett Area Community Inc., a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the local community. Since its inception, Stone has served as the group’s treasurer and financial advisor, playing a crucial role in its operations.
Over the past year, Stone has helped organize numerous community initiatives, including the Street Light Sponsor Project, Beautification of Fairystone Park Highway, Rhythms by the River Family events, and Highway 57 Cruise-In, a popular event that draws classic car enthusiasts from across the region.
The Jack Dalton Community Service Award is named in honor of Jack Dalton, a longtime member of the Henry County Board of Supervisors who served for more than 24 years. Dalton was the chairman of the board at the time of his passing on May 24, 2000.
The award is the most prestigious honor bestowed by the Board of Supervisors and is presented annually to a Henry County resident who exemplifies the dedication, leadership, and community service that defined Dalton’s years of public service.
