Local
‘Don’t overwhelm DMV office’
Long lines may once again begin at the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) offices with the reopening of its customer service centers and offerings ...
Top Stories
Trucker’s parade raises millions
Crowds lined the streets for the 20th Truckers Parade Against Cancer on Saturday, Oct. 9, to see trucks ...
Blue Ridge Bank in Drakes Branch closes
On Thursday, Sept. 30, Brenda Lacks locked the doors to the Blue Ridge Bank for the final time ...
Police search for missing man
The Chase City Police Department is being assisted by other agencies in continuing to search for a man ...
Truckers Parade returns
The Truckers Parade Against Cancer is back this fall after a year off due to the COVID-19 pandemic. ...
Local
Smith seeks supervisor seat
With her years of leadership experience in Social Services, business management, budget preparation, policy formation, administration and holding positions on local and state boards, Hazel ...
by Staff Report.
COVID-19
COVID pill authorization sought
The health district and local hospitals are seeing some very encouraging numbers surrounding COVID-19 cases just as the news comes that an antiviral pill for ...
by Alexa Massey, Sunday, October 17, 2021 9:29 pm
Local
Historical marker to be unveiled
After more than a year following its approval by the Virginia Board of Historic Resources a historical marker designated for Charlotte Court House will be ...
by Crystal Vandegrift, Thursday, October 14, 2021 10:54 pm
Local
Solar company faces lawsuit
SolUnesco, a Reston Virginia solar development company looking to construct one of the nation’s most extensive solar facilities in Charlotte County, is at the center ...
by Crystal Vandegrift, Thursday, October 14, 2021 10:51 pm
Local
Crossroads audit results released
After being presented with the findings of Phase 1 of the Crossroads Community Services Board (CCSB) forensic audit, the CCSB Board of Directors has approved ...
by Alexa Massey, Tuesday, October 12, 2021 8:40 am
News
Church helps fight food insecurity
Recognizing the needs of those in the community Antioch Baptist Church in Red Oak has begun a food pantry. “We realize that the pandemic has ...
by Crystal Vandegrift, Tuesday, October 5, 2021 8:03 pm
News
Board approves lower tax rates
This fall, Charlotte County citizens who own used vehicles will see some tax relief when they open their personal property tax bills. The Charlotte County ...
by Crystal Vandegrift, Tuesday, October 5, 2021 7:58 pm
COVID-19
FDA approves third COVID-19 shot
Once again, Virginia residents will need to roll up their sleeves to prepare for the COVID-19 vaccine booster shot. On Friday, Sept. 24, the Federal ...
by Crystal Vandegrift, Sunday, October 3, 2021 12:58 pm
Local
Thousands approved for sheriff’s office
Funds from Charlotte County’s CARES funding will be used to provide several employees at the sheriff’s office with a one-time bonus. Sheriff Royal Freeman recently ...
by Crystal Vandegrift, Sunday, October 3, 2021 11:57 am
COVID-19
State COVID cases down this week
As the rate of COVID-19 cases continues to drop statewide, the Piedmont Health District is still seeing its virus numbers rise. From Monday, Sept. 20, ...
by Alexa Massey, Friday, October 1, 2021 6:57 pm
Local
Board proposes tax decrease
In an effort to help citizens who may be affected by higher personal property taxes, the Charlotte County Board of Supervisors (BOS) is proposing a ...
by Crystal Vandegrift, Friday, October 1, 2021 6:52 pm
Recreation
Soccer tournament held
Southern Virginia Soccer Club and Kickin’ It For Kyler Foundation teamed up to host a soccer tournament on Sept. 12, at the Mecklenburg County Soccer ...
by Staff Report, Friday, October 1, 2021 6:51 pm
Local
Scholarships for future teachers
Applications are available for the 2022 Anita Ernouf Teacher Scholarship for aspiring educators. The Alpha Delta chapter of Alpha Delta Kappa awards this $1,000 scholarship ...
by Staff Report, Friday, October 1, 2021 6:48 pm
Local
Solar controversy continues
The solar debate continues in Charlotte County as a majority of those who addressed the Board of Supervisors (BOS) during a public hearing on an ...
by Crystal Vandegrift, Friday, October 1, 2021 6:45 pm
Columns
Column — Pastor Appreciation October
Several months ago, a very special pastor I associate with was getting geared up to share something special that God put on his heart. So ...
by Yvette Perrin, Friday, October 1, 2021 6:43 pm
Local
Paint the town blue and white
Randolph-Henry High school will be holding a paint the town blue event for RHHS Homecoming. All businesses and residents of Charlotte Court House are invited ...
by Staff Report, Friday, October 1, 2021 6:42 pm
Education
September students of the month
Randolph-Henry High School September Students of the Month selected by the Math Department are Donovan Blanton, Madison Irving, Cheyenne Lambert and Desiree Hughes. Not pictured ...
by Staff Report, Friday, October 1, 2021 6:41 pm
RANDOLPH-HENRY
Lady Statesmen lose against Bluestone
The Randolph Henry Lady Statesmen Volleyball team hosted the Bluestone High School Baron’s on Tuesday, Sept. 21. Lacey Steppe is shown blocking the ball during ...
by Staff Report, Friday, October 1, 2021 6:40 pm
Local
August Team Member of the Month announced
You know that colleague who everyone relies on because they’ve been there the longest? The one who knows everyone, does everything and can fix anything? ...
by Staff Report, Friday, October 1, 2021 6:38 pm
LONGWOOD
Lancers basketball schedule unveiled
With a program-record fourth-place Big South finish in 2019-20 and another record with 10 league wins last season, Longwood men’s basketball has enjoyed a milestone-filled ...
by Staff Report, Friday, October 1, 2021 6:33 pm
Local
Electric cooperatives sponsor first Girl Power Camp
Eleven high school girls got a taste of what it’s like to be an electric utility lineworker at the first Girl Power Camp, sponsored by ...
by Staff Report, Friday, October 1, 2021 6:31 pm
Local
Voter registration challenge starts today
Governor Ralph Northam today announced the start of Virginia’s sixth annual Governor’s High School Voter Registration Challenge. “Our democracy depends on voting, and it should ...
by Staff Report, Friday, October 1, 2021 6:30 pm
Local
Early arrival of autumn colors
Autumn leaf watchers, be advised. The fall foliage colors in Virginia may peak by the third week of October this year – about a week ...
by Staff Report, Friday, October 1, 2021 6:29 pm
Local
Bal earns Top Doctor honors
Dr. Bikram Bal of the Centra Southside Gastroenterology Center has been awarded recognition as a Top Doctor in Virginia. This award is presented to physicians ...
by Staff Report, Friday, October 1, 2021 6:26 pm
Local
Geology presentation at Sailor’s Creek
Are you fascinated with rocks, like gem stones, quartz, arrowheads, meteorites, etc.? Have you wondered about the giant boulders that are the size of cars ...
by Staff Report, Friday, October 1, 2021 6:25 pm
Local
Cooperative CEO to retire
Southside Electric Cooperative stated current President and CEO Jeff Edwards has announced his retirement, effective July 2022, closing a 37-year career at electric cooperatives in ...
by Staff Report, Friday, October 1, 2021 6:24 pm
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