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Townsend: 70 years later, its critical we continue to build bridges
May 17, 2024 is the 70th anniversary of the Brown v. Board of Education landmark United States Supreme Court decision. In that case the justices ruled unanimously that “In the field of public education the doctrine of ‘separate but equal’ has no place. Separate educational facilities are inherently unequal.” That decision changed the way public […] The post Townsend: 70 years later, its critical we continue to build bridges appeared first on Farmville.
‘Be Hampden-Sydney men’, help your world, graduates challenged
How you see the world determines how you show up in the world, David Brooks said. Speaking at Hampden-Sydney College’s commencement Saturday, the former New York Times and Wall Street Journal reporter told graduates what happens next is up to them. “If you see with the eyes of judgment, you’ll find flaws in people,” Brooks […] The post ‘Be Hampden-Sydney men’, help your world, graduates challenged appeared first on Farmville.
Longwood’s softball season ends in Big South tournament
Struggles in the sixth inning came back to haunt the Lancers, as Longwood’s softball season ended Saturday. Winthrop sent 11 batters to the plate in the top of the sixth inning, scoring seven runs and went on for a 7-3 victory in the 2024 Big South Conference Tournament at Terry Field on Saturday. The No. 3-seed […] The post Longwood’s softball season ends in Big South tournament appeared first on Farmville.
FFA students had a good year
Cumberland High FFA recently went to the Virginia Capitol to visit with area representatives during the session. They were able to speak with representatives about issues facing the education system, as well as agriculture. Both Sen. John McGuire and Delegate Garrett shared conversations with FFA chapter members. Cumberland FFA also had a good year from […] The post FFA students had a good year appeared first on Farmville.
Farmville council makes decision on parking fines
It’s time to hit reset and try again. After hearing from a number of town residents and business owners during their Wednesday, May 8 meeting, the Farmville town council decided the best option was to scrap the current proposal for increased parking fines. Instead, the group will pick up the subject during their next work […] The post Farmville council makes decision on parking fines appeared first on Farmville.
Baseball Recap: Brunswick Academy finds playoff glory versus Amelia Academy
Brunswick Academy extended their postseason success on Monday against Amelia Academy. They walked away with a 6-2 win over the Amelia Academy Patriots. That's more bragging rights for Brunswick Academy, who also won the pair's last head-to-head. Ashton Jackson spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why:...
Regional water options under review
It’s going to be a minute before the regional water argument is settled. Both neighboring Prince Edward and Nottoway counties are waiting for a final decision by Virginia Finance Secretary Stephen Cummings. It all involves which group will get approval to provide water for the Nottoway Correctional Center, Piedmont Geriatric Hospital and the Town of […] The post Regional water options under review appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
SVCC launches new project, a Critical Environment Lab
Thanks to a donation from Microsoft, Southside Virginia Community College has a new training lab. SVCC announced this week that the Critical Environmental lab has opened, with the goal of equipping students with essential skills to survive in what’s identified as “critical environments”. In other words, jobs “critical” to communities, like electrical, mechanical, HVAC and […] The post SVCC launches new project, a Critical Environment Lab appeared first on Farmville.
Jail staff win awards at conference
Piedmont Regional Jail staff went to the Virginia Association of Regional Jails Spring Conference and came back with some awards. The conference, held in Virginia Beach this year, helps guide employees of jail facilities build new skills, learn to better serve one another, and discusses ways to enhance the corrections setting. As a part of […] The post Jail staff win awards at conference appeared first on Farmville.
Powhatan school division plan revising discipline discrimination policy
POWHATAN, Va. (WWBT) - Emotions ran high at the Powhatan School Board meeting Tuesday night. “They made a motion to my son of cracking the whip and told him to get back to work,” said a parent. Parents, staff, and students telling board members the racial slurs and discrimination...
2910 Kitchen & Bar set to hold grand opening this weekend
After a multi-week soft opening, 2910 Kitchen & Bar is set to hold its official grand opening this weekend. Located at 2910 Columbia Pike, the restaurant serving American cuisine will officially open on Friday, May 10 and host a Mother’s Day brunch and dinner on Saturday and Sunday. Additionally, husband-and-wife owners Raheel “Ray” Khan and Griselda Giselle Fernandez plan to hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Sunday at 5 p.m., according to a press release.
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