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Missing 15-year-old in South Boston was found, police say
SOUTH BOSTON, Va. (WSET) — The South Boston Police Department was asking for the public's help in finding a missing 15-year-old boy. According to police, they were looking for Tim'Monee Jerome Marshall. In an update on Saturday morning, police said Marshall was located.
Former South Boston Kennel Owner Given Probation in Animal Cruelty Case
A South Boston dog kennel owner, previously charged with animal cruelty, has struck a deal that has landed him two years on probation. Tyler Falconer, 31, former proprietor of Falco K9, accepted a continuance without a finding on two counts of animal cruelty on Wednesday, thereby avoiding a definitive conviction, provided he adheres to the court's conditions.
Striped Bass and Catfish tournaments go well in 2024
Although there were a few sprinkles and chilly weather here and there, the 2024 Striped Bass Fishing Tournament and the 2024 Catfish Tournament were great successes this past weekend, April 19, 20 and 21, on the Staunton River/Brookneal Boat Ramp in Brookneal. The catfish tournament was sponsored by American Legion...
Health Department issues rabies warning after Charlotte outbreak
Keep your pets inside. That’s the message issued by the Piedmont Health District to folks in the Randolph area. On Friday, April 26, district officials issued a warning to anyone living in or visiting the area near Scuffletown Road and Harrisburg Road. The reason is due to a problem with rabies. “Efforts are being taken […] The post Health Department issues rabies warning after Charlotte outbreak appeared first on The Charlotte Gazette.
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.
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.
Lady Hawks defeat Nelson and Chatham
The Lady Hawks softball team who has been struggling found ways to get two big wins. First Nelson County with an 11-8 win. It appeared it would be more of the same as the Lady Governors jumped out to a solid lead going up 8-3 in the fifth inning. Nelson got on the board first by scoring a run in the first inning to be followed up by two more runs from a homer by Chandler Giles in the third inning.
Raise a glass to one Pamplin man's sizeable stein collection
PAMPLIN CITY, Va. (WSET) — When the lights go on in this warehouse in Pamplin, they shine on quite possibly the largest collection of steins you'll find. As for how many you'll find here. "I don't have a clue..." laughed George Adams. The founder of Steins Unlimited in Pamplin...
LCVA Gala draws a crowd and support
Attendees came from Richmond, from South Boston and all points in between. It also pulled in almost a quarter of a million dollars in fundraising. From all accounts, the latest Longwood Center for the Visual Arts Gala (LCVA) on Saturday, April 13 was a success, packing out Longwood’s Blackwell Ballroom with close to 500 guests. […] The post LCVA Gala draws a crowd and support 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.
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