An Abingdon Virginia Town Council Woman Has Been Found Not Guilty Of Domestic Assault. Cindy Patterson Faced The Misdemeanor Charge In Juvenile And Domestic Relations Court. Patterson’s Ex-Husband Made The Allegations And A Protective Order Was Granted. She’s Appealing The Order And Has A Hearing On That Matter October 18th. Fellow Council Members Had Sought Guidance From A Judge Earlier About Whether Patterson Was Fit To Serve. Apparently She Is And Is Expected To Return To Her Seat On The Council.