Former Martinsville Mayor Appointed to City Council

Michael Gene Teague to serve during suspension of current mayor

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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On Monday, February 23, 2026, a Virginia circuit court judge ordered that former Martinsville mayor Michael Gene Teague be appointed to the city council. This appointment comes as the hearing regarding the suspension of current mayor LC Jones was continued until June 5, 2026. Under state law, the court can appoint a suitable person to serve in the officer's place during a suspension period.

Why it matters

Teague's appointment to the city council during the current mayor's suspension period will provide experienced leadership and continuity of governance for the city of Martinsville. As a former mayor himself, Teague brings relevant experience and knowledge to the role.

The details

Judge G. Carter Greer ordered Teague's appointment to the city council on February 23, 2026. Teague has accepted the appointment and declined to receive payment for his expected time on the council. He previously served multiple terms on the Martinsville City Council, including stints as both mayor and vice mayor.

  • On February 23, 2026, Judge G. Carter Greer ordered Teague's appointment to the Martinsville City Council.
  • The hearing regarding the suspension of Mayor LC Jones was continued until June 5, 2026.

The players

Michael Gene Teague

Former mayor of Martinsville who has been appointed to the city council during the suspension of the current mayor.

G. Carter Greer

Circuit court judge who ordered Teague's appointment to the Martinsville City Council.

LC Jones

Current mayor of Martinsville whose suspension hearing has been continued until June 5, 2026.

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What’s next

The hearing regarding the suspension of Mayor LC Jones will continue on June 5, 2026, at which point the court will determine if Teague's appointment to the city council will continue.

The takeaway

Teague's appointment to the Martinsville City Council during the current mayor's suspension period will provide experienced leadership and continuity of governance for the city, drawing on Teague's prior experience as both a council member and mayor.