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Prospect man pleads guilty in 2022 murder case
Tai’Juan Williams will spend the next several decades behind bars. The 22-year-old Prospect resident pleaded guilty on April 25 to charges of first degree murder and use of a firearm in the commission of a felony. Both charges stem from the October 2022 murder of Dennis Dubose. In addition, Williams pleaded guilty to an unrelated […] The post Prospect man pleads guilty in 2022 murder case appeared first on Farmville.
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.
Farmville PD To Conduct Drug Take-Back Day
FARMVILLE — The Farmville Police Department will again join with law enforcement agencies across the nation in National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day. This year’s event is scheduled for this Saturday, April 27, according to a department spokeswoman. This semi-annual event is designed to remove potentially dangerous prescription drugs...
Rachel Balzer named as assistant coach for Longwood
Rachel Balzer has a new position with the Longwood women’s basketball team. The former Director of Basketball Operations and Player Development has been promoted to assistant coach, the school announced on Wednesday. In her first season at Longwood, Balzer coached two All-Big South performers while helping guide forward Otaifo Esenabhalu to a pair of Big […] The post Rachel Balzer named as assistant coach for Longwood 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.
Construction worker hears whimpers coming from dumpster, finds 4 puppies inside
APPOMATTOX, Va. (WDBJ/Gray News) - A litter of newborn puppies was rescued from a dumpster in Virginia Monday. A construction worker in Appomattox checked inside the dumpster after he heard whimpers and found four puppies inside a dog food bag dumped inside, according to Appomattox Animal Control. The puppies fortunately...
Safety at Cumberland Hospital called into question in trial of Virginia doctor
New Kent Commonwealth’s Attorney Scott Renick challenged the “culture of safety” at the Cumberland Children’s Hospital on day three of the criminal trial of the hospital’s former medical director.
Sales tax bill scrapped as Assembly lacks votes to overturn veto
The sales tax fight is slowing down in Prince Edward County, at least for this year. The General Assembly failed to get enough votes to overturn Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s veto of the measure, meaning the current bill dies. A two-thirds majority is required to overturn a veto in Virginia and the vote fell far short […] The post Sales tax bill scrapped as Assembly lacks votes to overturn veto appeared first on Farmville.
Appomattox County's fourth annual Oyster Festival to aid disaster relief efforts
APPOMATTOX COUNTY, Va. (WSET) — The fourth annual Oyster Festival will be held in Appomattox County on Saturday, April 27. It will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at DeVault Family Vineyards 247 Station Lane in Concord. The event offers not only Oysters, but BBQ, seafood, wine,...
Appomattox Oyster Fest happening is this weekend
CONCORD, Va. (WDBJ) - The Appomattox Oyster Fest is happening April 27th at the DeVault Family Vineyards from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Appomattox Community and Disaster Relief Organization is holding the event to raise money for their organization. The organization’s chair, Tom Adams, spoke with 7@four about how...
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