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Kitchen’s first Republican Committee meeting as chairman
By Jimmy Howell and Susan Lassiter On Thursday, April 18, 32 members of the Franklin-Southampton Republican Committee met at Fred’s, with newly elected Chairman Mark Kitchen presiding. After Jim Hart’s invocation, the members recited the pledge of allegiance to our country’s flag. Theresa Preston read the Republican creed. Del. Otto Wachsmann was one of many […] The post Kitchen’s first Republican Committee meeting as chairman appeared first on The Tidewater News.
Solar firm Energix fined again for Virginia environmental violations
The latest order from the state Department of Environmental Quality marks the third year in a row that the company has faced civil penalties. The post Solar firm Energix fined again for Virginia environmental violations appeared first on Cardinal News.
Board makes major budget cuts in order to lower tax rates
The Southampton County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously Monday, April 29, to advertise a proposed fiscal year 2024-25 county budget that it cut significantly in order to reduce real estate and personal property tax rates from those originally proposed. Central District Supervisor and Board Chairman Dr. Alan W. Edwards was the vocal leader advocating for […] The post Board makes major budget cuts in order to lower tax rates appeared first on The Tidewater News.
WAY TO GO! — Southampton County Sheriff’s Office donates time to cleanup effort
The Southampton County Sheriff’s Office covered a five-mile stretch on Ivor Road, reaching from Plank Road to Trinity Church Road to clean up some trash, on April 21. In a post on Facebook, Sheriff Josh A. Wyche, Sr., talked about some of the support deputies received during the clean-up effort. “At one moment, while waiting […] The post WAY TO GO! — Southampton County Sheriff’s Office donates time to cleanup effort appeared first on The Tidewater News.
LOOKING BACK: Southampton County Buggy Manufacturers
During the early part of the 20th Century, several Southampton County businesses produced horse-drawn buggies, which brought significant commerce to the county. Although the automobile industry was developing, buggies were still a major form of individual and family transportation. In 1903, several Franklin citizens organized the PARKER BUGGY CORP. with John R. Knight, president; W.T. […] The post LOOKING BACK: Southampton County Buggy Manufacturers appeared first on The Tidewater News.
The importance of poll workers
Poll workers, also known as officers of election, fulfill a key role in facilitating the electoral process, and Southampton County Registrar Lynn Burgess recently took some time to share some details about this important position. She noted that to be qualified to be an officer of election in the county, an individual must be an […] The post The importance of poll workers appeared first on The Tidewater News.
Retiring community developer honored for her service
Southampton County Community Development Director and Planner Beth Lewis is trading in her work shoes for sneakers and flip flops. Lewis, who was hired by the county on July 1, 2009, as a senior planner, went on to serve as community development director from 2010 to 2024. She officially retired from the role effective Wednesday, […] The post Retiring community developer honored for her service appeared first on The Tidewater News.
Courtland Heritage Day slated for May 4
COURTLAND, VA – The 30th Heritage Day will be held from 9 a.m. until 4 pm. on Saturday, May 4 in Courtland, VA, sponsored by the Southampton County Historical Society and the Southampton Heritage Village /Agriculture & Forestry Museum at 26315 Heritage Lane in Courtland, VA. Admission at the Ag & Forestry Museum is $5 […] The post Courtland Heritage Day slated for May 4 appeared first on The Roanoke-Chowan News-Herald.
🚧 Culvert Restoration to Close Portion of Rt 642 in Southampton County, Virginia 🚧
The time displayed is local to the original X account in Virginia. Starting on May 1, Southampton County motorists should prepare for a closure on Rt 642 (Cobb Rd) near Sedley, Virginia for culvert restoration works. The affected segment of Rt 642 will be closed from the intersection at Rt 646 (Rosemont Rd) to a quarter mile east of that point. Traffic will be redirected via signed detours to facilitate the smooth flow of vehicles around the construction zone. For those seeking more detailed information regarding the closure and detour routes, a full alert has been issued which can be accessed through the following URL: https://t.co/01fpNe8FXb.
Heritage Day moves to the spring
Heritage Day is making a move from September to May this year. The 30th annual event will be held Saturday, May 4, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. in Courtland, sponsored by the Southampton County Historical Society and the Southampton Heritage Village /Agriculture & Forestry Museum. A museum news release noted that Heritage Day will be hosted […] The post Heritage Day moves to the spring appeared first on The Tidewater News.
Part of Route 642 to be closed for culvert work in Southampton County
Crews with the Virginia Department of Transportation will close a portion of Route 642 (Cobb Road) in Southampton County beginning as early as Wednesday, May 1, to perform culvert restoration. A VDOT news release noted that during this work, a portion of Route 642 (Cobb Road) will be closed to all traffic, beginning at Route […] The post Part of Route 642 to be closed for culvert work in Southampton County appeared first on The Tidewater News.
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