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Mecklenburg County suffered economic decline in the 1990s. Now they see rebound from data centers

Virginia Environmental Regulators recently fined Microsoft $2.4 million for violating air permit pollution levels at a data center in Northern Virginia. This comes at a time when a majority of Americans say they would feel skeptical of a data center in their community, according to the Pew Research Center. But...

Mecklenburg County, VA · 2d
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Retire Comfortably On Social Security Alone In This Wallet-Friendly Virginia Town

Nobody ever sat down with a financial planner and said, “I’d love to spend my retirement years stressed about money in an expensive place.”. And yet, somehow, that’s exactly what happens to a lot of people who don’t do their homework before choosing where to land.

South Hill, VA · 4d
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This Down-Home Steakhouse In Oxford, North Carolina Serves 20-Ounce Ribeyes With A Huge Salad Bar

Some steakhouses spend their budget on dark wood and fancy lighting. This one in Oxford, North Carolina spends it on the grill instead. Out here in Granville County, a small-town spot has been quietly turning out ribeyes big enough to hang over the edge of the plate, including a hefty 20-ounce cut. Every steak comes with a trip to a salad bar that people talk about almost as much as the beef.

Oxford, NC · 1d
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Danville, Virginia Mellow Mushroom: Food Review

Mellow Mushroom is finally in Danville, and I had the fun job of reviewing the food. My order was whole The Avocado, which is an avocado hoagie. It was somewhat pricey, and cost $13.25. Creamy avocado slices were layered with melted provolone cheese, crunchy lettuce, sweet onions, and mayonnaise all on toasted bread. I personally do not like tomatoes, so I requested to remove them from my hoagie.

Danville, VA · 4d
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The Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch

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Townsend to retire after 20 years

Lunenburg County Sheriff Arthur Townsend Jr. will retire Dec. 31 after 20 years in office, with Chief Deputy Donald R. Penland Jr. appointed to assume his duties until voters elect […]

Lunenburg County, VA · 3d

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Six puppies found abandoned in Danville

DANVILLE, Va. (WSET) — Six puppies are safe at the Danville Area Humane Society after being found abandoned in the Islands area off Goodyear Boulevard. According to the humane society, a white truck with an unidentified company logo was seen driving away from the area around the time the puppies were discovered. It is unclear who the vehicle belongs to or whether its occupants were involved in leaving the puppies.

Danville, VA · 10h

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Home destroyed in large fire in Durham County

A brick home off Southview Road in Durham County was destroyed in a fire Friday morning. Before 7:30 a.m., Sky 5 flew over the structure, which was in a heavily wooded area close to the Westgate Recycling Center in eastern Durham County. The home burned to the ground and was...

Durham County, NC · 20h

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Busy Leasburg Road Not Expected to Reopen Until December

On Tuesday, November 10, Duke Energy's East Region Director of Government and Community Relations Beth Townsend told members of Caswell's Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) that it would likely be mid-December before US Highway 158 East between NC Highway 119 and Ridgeville Road is reopened. The heavily traveled stretch of...

Leasburg, NC · 1d

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Board of elections certifies final vote; sheriff race eligible for recount

With the votes now certified, it’s evident that the Granville County Sheriff’s race is just within the margin for a recount, but the runner-up Republican candidate, Ed Newman, has not yet announced whether he will request one.

Granville County, NC · 12h

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Virginia DMV announces seat belt campaign in City of Danville, Pittsylvania, Franklin counties

On Thursday, the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles announced the launch of its seat belt campaign in the City of Danville and Pittsylvania and Franklin counties. This is a community-developed campaign intended to emphasize the importance of seat belts, with residents sharing their own reasons for wearing one. “These are...

Pittsylvania County, VA · 5d

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Franklin County water deal is reached, NC lawmakers say, after protests derailed earlier legislation

A fight over water access in the counties north of the Triangle simmered for years before hitting a boiling point this spring, causing protests at the state legislature. But it’s now resolved, at least for the near future, with a new deal that allows Franklin County to buy more water to help fuel the county’s fast-paced growth.

Franklin County, NC · 3d

The Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch

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New pharmacy ready to open

Lunenburg County residents will soon have another option for filling prescriptions without traveling outside the area as Southern Dominion Health System (SDHS) prepares to open a new community pharmacy later […]

Lunenburg County, VA · 1d

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Plans advance for two small apartment buildings

Developers are asking Pittsylvania County for permission to put up two different small apartment buildings north of Danville. Joann Atkinson wants to rezone 1.2 acres on Franklin Turnpike between Dry Fork and Irish Roads. She says they would be similar to a pair of apartment buildings to the immediate south...

Pittsylvania County, VA · 5d

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New life for 401 Main, a wrought iron railing for the mother-in-law, and a 125-apartment bldg moves forward at ARB

Note: Jonathan Hackworth contributed research and reporting on the history of 401 Main. The storefront on the corner of Main and Market streets is currently covered in a large green swatch of what looks like artificial turf. 401 Main St, once the W.T. Grant department store, is getting new life as the Architectural Review Board granted a Certificate of Appropriateness for the concept of its future look.

Danville, VA · 16h

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North Carolina Reviews Delayed Deputy Appointment Notice in Granville County

North Carolina’s Sheriffs’ Education and Training Standards Commission received notice of Joseph Costa’s Granville County appointment nearly two years after he took the oath in June 2024, the Raleigh News & Observer reported. The notice followed a court filing by prosecutor Mike Waters that raised questions about Costa’s departure from the Durham County Sheriff’s Office. Costa remains certified while the commission investigates; no outcome has been announced.

Granville County, NC · 3d

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IDA extends lease to expanding business

Local planners have extended a lease for a company that’s ready to expand their Danville operations. Danville’s Industrial Development Authority Tuesday approved a four-month extension for Infinity Global. The current lease runs for 12 months, with a possible six-month extension, and requires Infinity to buy the property before...

Danville, VA · 1d

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George Washington runs past Magna Vista for third straight district title

If the Piedmont District championship trophy spends too much more time at George Washington High School, it’s going to have to start paying rent and groceries. For the third consecutive year GW squared off against Magna Vista for the Piedmont title and for the third year straight the Eagles emerged victorious as GW turned in a dominant performance in the second half for a 45-19 victory over the Warriors in the regular-season finale for both squads Friday night.

Ridgeway, VA · 2d

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Danville-Pittsylvania Chamber of Commerce celebrates 25 years of business growth

DANVILLE, Va. (WSET) — Nearly 400 business and community leaders gathered Thursday night at Caesars Virginia to celebrate the Danville-Pittsylvania County Chamber of Commerce’s 25th anniversary and reflect on its impact across the region. The chamber was formed July 1, 2001, through the merger of the Danville Area...

Danville, VA · 21h

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Warren County Commission salaries to get large bump

The Warren County salary commission approved raises last week that will bring the county commissioners’ pay in line with other county officials including the recorder of deeds, county clerk, collector, treasurer, assessor and public administrator. Currently, those positions all make $81,007.25. Following the Nov. 5 salary commission vote, Presiding...

Warren County, NC · 21h