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Amish traffic concerns continue in Charlotte County after accident
Area counties are relying on increased signage and education to improve safety for Amish buggies traveling area roads. That’s become more of a concern this month, after the accident in nearby Buckingham, involving a buggy and a car. Charlotte County Administrator Dan Witt said the board of supervisors brought the issue up a year ago […] The post Amish traffic concerns continue in Charlotte County after accident appeared first on The Charlotte Gazette.
Early voting begins next week across the region
Starting late next week, residents across this region will be able to cast their ballot in three upcoming primary races. Early voting begins on Friday, May 3 for primaries in both the U.S. House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate. Primary Day itself is scheduled for Tuesday, June 18. But early voting can be confusing. […] The post Early voting begins next week across the region appeared first on Farmville.
Safety concerns continue for Amish, with state decision needed
Area counties are relying on increased signage and education to improve safety for Amish buggies traveling area roads. This is because General Assembly action is needed to mandate options such as flashing lights that would make them more visible to drivers. Buckingham County saw another buggy accident Thursday, April 18 when the horse was spooked […] The post Safety concerns continue for Amish, with state decision needed appeared first on Farmville.
Buckingham County supervisors sign off on operating budget
It was by far the quickest meeting for the Buckingham County Board of Supervisors this year. But Monday night’s meeting was also one of the more eventful, as the group voted to move forward on both tax rates and an operating budget. By a unanimous vote, Buckingham supervisors agreed to adopt a real estate tax […] The post Buckingham County supervisors sign off on operating budget appeared first on Farmville.
From The Editor’s Desk: I have yet to meet the free money fairy
I have yet to meet the free money fairy. I’m told that much like Santa Claus, all it takes is belief and he’ll magically appear, immediately giving you all the cash your county or town requires. He’s apparently been known to spring from the ceiling, throwing bundles of cash at unsuspecting council members. Or when […] The post From The Editor’s Desk: I have yet to meet the free money fairy appeared first on Farmville.
Buckingham supervisors, school board at odds over budget
Buckingham County supervisors said they were confused. On four occasions over the past year, school district officials came and asked for money. And on each occasion, supervisors gave what was asked, funding raises for bus drivers and teachers. So why, supervisors asked during their Monday, April 15 meeting, were teachers and school board members showing […] The post Buckingham supervisors, school board at odds over budget appeared first on Farmville.
Kyanite wraps up litter pickup
Kyanite Mining Corporation recently completed their annual litter pickup in Buckingham County. The company group picked up 469 bags of litter and 31 tires. “We at VDOT certainly appreciate their efforts to keep the county beautiful,” said Len Stevens. He serves as this district’s communications officer. The post Kyanite wraps up litter pickup appeared first on Farmville.
Election held as appeal is filed
Buckingham County’s Republican Committee is back from the dead. Just a couple weeks after 5th District Republicans voted to dissolve the group, Buckingham’s Republicans have voted and said they are fine with the way things were before. By an 87-81 vote on Saturday, April 13, Ramona Christian was re-elected as chair, beating challenger Jenise McNeal. […] The post Election held as appeal is filed appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
Buckingham Republican Committee restored, as appeal continues
The Buckingham Republican Committee is back from the dead. Just a couple weeks after 5th District Republicans voted to dissolve the group, Buckingham County’s Republicans have voted and said they are fine with the way things were before. By an 87-81 vote on Saturday, April 13, Ramona Christian was re-elected as chair, beating challenger Jenise […] The post Buckingham Republican Committee restored, as appeal continues appeared first on Farmville.
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