File graphic Botetourt County is preparing for a significant transition in its leadership ranks, with three longtime officials in key positions departing within a relatively short period of time. Deputy County Administrator David Moorman will conclude his service with the county at the end of the year after more than three decades with Botetourt County, while Community Development Director Nicole Pendleton will leave her position Sept. 30 after more than a decade leading the department. The departures follow the July announcement that Fire & EMS Chief Jason Ferguson was leaving Botetourt County after 25 years to become chief of the...