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Recount will decide if conservative US Rep. Bob Good loses primary to Trump-backed challenger
GOOCHLAND, Va. (AP) — A recount of the votes cast in the Republican primary in Virginia’s 5th Congressional District will be held on July 31 to decide whether a challenger backed by former President Donald Trump will hold onto his narrow victory over U.S. Rep. Bob Good, one of the most conservative members of Congress.
Locust Grove Baptist Church announces initiative focusing on youth
Locust Grove Baptist Church in the Wise community is moving forward with an initiative focusing on youth in the community. The initiative is led by Pastor Kendell Riddick and his wife, Minister Rhonda Riddick, and is aimed at bridging the gap between the youth and the church. Joining them in...
Portion of water advisory lifted in South Hill area after fire
Nearly two weeks after a fire at a warehouse storing herbicides and fertilizer caused a significant amount of chemicals to be sent into local waterways around the town of South Hill, part of the water advisory in the area has been lifted.
Southampton County land transfers — June 2024
The following land transfers were recorded in Southampton County Circuit Court for the month of June: Michal Danielle Keller to Nicholas R. Stickney, 218 Old Sedley Road, Franklin, Franklin City, Lot 6, Crescent Heights, $229,990 Reliable Pros Properties LLC to Jamar Hill, 507 Walnut Street, Franklin, Franklin City, $250,000 Mable A. Butler to Jack Simpson […] The post Southampton County land transfers — June 2024 appeared first on The Tidewater News.
Sheri Moss named 2024 New Member of the Year
HENDERSON — The Phi Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. announces Sheri Moss as the recipient of the prestigious New Member of the Year award. Moss has demonstrated exceptional dedication and commitment to the principles of Zeta Phi Beta through her extensive involvement and leadership within the chapter and the community. Exemplary Participation and ServiceSince joining the Phi Zeta ...
Richmond: Man found dead in roadway with gunshot identified by police
Richmond Police have identified the victim in a shooting that occurred Sunday morning in the 1000 block of German School Road. George Phillips, Jr., 56, of Powhatan, was pronounced dead at the scene. According to the Richmond Police Department, officers responded to a report of a person down at 6:50...
Virginia State University Awarded $150,000 Grant To Preserve Time-Honored Alumni House
The funding will help maintain and preserve Azurest South, one of the University's most historic landmarks. Virginia State University has been awarded a $150,000 grant to support the conservation of Azurest South, also known as the Alumni House. The grant was awarded through the National Trust for Historic Preservation's African American Cultural Heritage Action Fund, a competitive program that provides funding to preserve and protect African American historic sites and cultural landmarks.
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