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Man wanted after victim shot dead in Henderson, police say
HENDERSON, N.C. (WNCN) — A man is wanted in connection with a murder that happened last Monday in Henderson, according to police. Police said on April 15 at 9:30 p.m., a shooting happened during an altercation in the 1800 block of Julia Avenue. The victim, 24-year-old Tyquel M. Alston, was shot at close proximity in the yard of a residence.
Max Sangillo nets his first Top Five finish after Tuesday decision
Max Sangillo is only in his second season racing in the Hornets Division at South Boston Speedway. And yet, the Prince Edward High student already has a Top Five finish under his belt, after some changes that were announced Tuesday night. The changes involve results from Saturday night’s race at South Boston Speedway. Originally, Cameron […] The post Max Sangillo nets his first Top Five finish after Tuesday decision appeared first on Farmville.
Calling All Boy Banders to the VA Vibe Festival Hosted by The Prizery
SOUTH BOSTON, Va (WSET) — You have the chance to relive the early 2000s with the VA Vibe Festival which features the Pop 2000's Tour! Big names like Chris Kirkpatrick from NSYNC, LFO, O-Town, and more are included. Kaci visited the host of this event and found out how you can be a part of it all from volunteering to being a VIP ticket holder.
When will Madeline’s House reopen? STEPS officials offer answer
It’s something STEPS employees get asked on a fairly constant basis. When will Madeline’s House reopen? Right now, there’s no definite answer. The nonprofit STEPS is continuing work to reopen Madeline’s House and fill the substantial need for a domestic violence shelter and programs in Central Virginia. There’s just one problem. The organization is still […] The post When will Madeline’s House reopen? STEPS officials offer answer appeared first on Farmville.
Jason DeCarlo declared winner of VSP HEAT Hornets Race on April 20
Results of the 20-lap Virginia State Police HEAT Hornets Division race held as part of last Saturday’s Viny’s Italian Restaurant & Italian Delight Family Restaurant Race Day event at South Boston Speedway were certified early Tuesday afternoon with apparent race winner Cameron Goble being disqualified and second-place finisher Jason DeCarlo of Chase City, Virginia being awarded the win.
Highland Games returning to Oxford
OXFORD — It’s been a busy couple of weeks for tri-county area folks — but the events keep on coming. This Saturday, April 27, is the annual Highland Games in Oxford near by the Central Children’s Home of North Carolina. Organizer Buck Buchanan said this year’s games are sure to be a “blast.”
Lake Gaston Real Estate Market Update – First Quarter of 2024
In the first three months of 2024 our total closed sales, land and homes have totaled $35,609,904 down from $43,482,390 the same period of 2023 or a decrease of 18.10%. Closed sales on waterfront homes were down 19.39% in dollar sales in the first three months of 2024 over the same period last year. We have closed 32 waterfront homes this year compared to 35 last year. The average sold price of waterfront homes in 2024 is $841,860 down 11.83% over the same period in 2023. The median sold price of waterfront homes sold in 2024 was $775,000, up from $742,890 last year or a 4.32% increase. This year, 19 offshore homes have been sold. The average sold price of these homes in the first three months was $201,162, down 2.30% from the same period last year. Waterfront lot sales are up 79.97% in dollar sales compared to last year with 15 sold in the first quarter of 2024 compared to 10 sold last year. Looking at the few expensive waterfront lots sold this year, the highest sold for $950,000, which included a luxury boathouse.
National Day of Prayer event scheduled at the LKG Community Center
The Annual National Day of Prayer Observance will be held at Lake Gaston Community Center 564 Hwy. 46 Gaston at 6 p.m., Thursday, May 2. Various program participants from the area will be participating by rendering prayer for the church, government; education, family, military, church, world peace, and essential workers. The public is invited to attend an early evening of music, fellowship and prayer. For more information, please call 252-537-0469."
Speedway set to host second daytime racing event
South Boston Speedway will host its second daytime racing event of the 2024 season and will feature all four of its NASCAR-sanctioned racing divisions and the competitors of the regional touring East Coast Flathead Fords Racing Association on Saturday afternoon, April 20, with the Viny’s Italian Restaurant & Italian Delight Family Restaurant Race Day event. […] The post Speedway set to host second daytime racing event appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
Soul City Music Festival: Roots To Reggae In Norlina
The inaugural Soul City International Roots Music Festival was held on Saturday at Seven Springs Farm & Vineyard in Norlina, NC. Hosted by the Soul City Community Development Corporation, the festival brought together music and culture enthusiasts to celebrate a shared heritage, stemming from the theme of the festival: ‘From Soil to Soul’.
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