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South Central Fair talent competition seeks contestants
The South Central Fair Association will host the fourth annual “South Central Fair Idol” contest during Fair Week this year. Contestants will compete for the title of the “2023 South Central Fair Idol” on Tuesday, Oct. 10, at 7 p.m. at the fireground’s grandstand. Rehearsals for the “South Central Fair Idol” competition are set for […] The post South Central Fair talent competition seeks contestants appeared first on The Charlotte Gazette.
Randolph-Henry celebrates Homecoming Court 2023
Randolph-Henry’s homecoming is set for Sept. 22 this year, with the king and queen announced during halftime activities. Pictured here is this year’s homecoming court. Pictured are, from left, first row, Kyasia White, Kelsea Kellum, Olivia Gullett, Lynden Hottle, Ta’Myra Redd, Isabella Crawford, Autumn Kemp, Toni Jones and Virginia Davis. Second row, Kaheim Dailey, Joseph […] The post Randolph-Henry celebrates Homecoming Court 2023 appeared first on The Charlotte Gazette.
Food bank returns to Red House Sept. 16
USDA food boxes, along with food purchased with donations from Mt. Zion Baptist Church and Providence Baptist Church, will be distributed on Saturday, Sept. 16 at Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Red House. The event will take place from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., for those in the Phenix and surrounding Red House community who […] The post Food bank returns to Red House Sept. 16 appeared first on The Charlotte Gazette.
Task force breaks up alleged drug operation, arrests Keysville man
Residents from Charlotte, Lunenburg counties are all facing charges after a task force operation this week. Search warrants were served in Keysville and in the Barnes Road area of Lunenburg County on Wednesday, Sept. 13. According to information provided by the Tri-County Drug and Gang Task Force, the operation resulted in multiple ounces of cocaine, […] The post Task force breaks up alleged drug operation, arrests Keysville man appeared first on The Charlotte Gazette.
Ag trends announced: week of Sept. 8
Virginia Market News Service reported the following weekly ag trends on September 8: In Virginia, state graded feeder cattle mostly 2.00 to 11.00 higher. Feeder cattle at regular auction sales 16.00 to 22.00 higher. Slaughter cows, in a light test, mostly 2.00 to 8.00 higher. Wheat .02 lower, new crop .03 lower. Corn mostly steady […] The post Ag trends announced: week of Sept. 8 appeared first on The Charlotte Gazette.
Eureka students take on puppy challenge
The accreditation scores for Eureka Elementary and other schools in Charlotte County were impressive this year. Eureka especially excelled, being fully accredited with no conditions and surpassing the state standard in all categories. One of those was English, where 91% of students passed the state test. One way that happens, Eureka staff say, is by […] The post Eureka students take on puppy challenge appeared first on The Charlotte Gazette.
Hinke named Defensive Player of the Week
Longwood men’s soccer stayed unbeaten last week, and goalkeeper Max Hinke played a big part in that. He made 10 saves in two matches, and the Big South Conference named him Big South Defensive Player of the Week on Monday afternoon. He wrapped up the week by standing tall against heavy pressure at Navy. The […] The post Hinke named Defensive Player of the Week appeared first on The Charlotte Gazette.
All in the Family: Condrey’s Pumpkins part of long tradition
‘Tis the season … for pumpkins, that is, and one Charlotte County farm may have just what you are looking for. Condrey’s Pumpkins, a small family-run pumpkin patch located at 5075 Mossingford Road, Saxe, has been growing a variety of pumpkins since May and is getting ready to open its patch for the season. Cody […] The post All in the Family: Condrey’s Pumpkins part of long tradition appeared first on The Charlotte Gazette.
Saving History: Drakes Branch Museum to undergo repairs
The Town of Drakes Branch is making strides to keep its history alive. Beginning this week, repairs will be underway at the Drakes Branch Museum. According to Town Mayor Phillip Jackson, repairs to the building are needed to stop water intrusion that would damage exhibits, including many bound volumes of The Charlotte Gazette, which citizens […] The post Saving History: Drakes Branch Museum to undergo repairs appeared first on The Charlotte Gazette.
Class remembers 9/11
At Randolph-Henry High, students paid tribute to the fallen on the anniversary of the September 11 attacks in different ways. Some created their own Constitution, some learned about the attacks. Mrs. Tharpe’s students, pictured here, created flags. The post Class remembers 9/11 appeared first on The Charlotte Gazette.
Church and Community Calendar: week of Sept. 13, 2023
The Church and Community Events calendar is published each Wednesday. Items must be submitted by 4:30 p.m. Monday for that Wednesday’s calendar. Email events to CommunityCalendar@ TheCharlotteGazette. com. SEPTEMBER 15 HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL – The Randolph-Henry High Statesmen football team will play a home game against William Campbell High on Friday, Sept. 15. The game […] The post Church and Community Calendar: week of Sept. 13, 2023 appeared first on The Charlotte Gazette.
High School Football: Goode chosen as Player of the Week
By Brian Carlton and Matt Hatfield The Charlotte Gazette De’Marco Goode was the second Player of the Week chosen for Randolph-Henry High School’s (R-H) football team. As part of this year’s season, the Charlotte County Farm Bureau is partnering with the school by sponsoring a Player of the Week. The Randolph-Henry coaching staff chooses one […] The post High School Football: Goode chosen as Player of the Week appeared first on The Charlotte Gazette.
A Perfect Record: All Charlotte County schools fully accredited
It’s an announcement every school district wants to hear, but few are able to. Charlotte County schools have a perfect record this year, when it comes to accreditation. Every school in the district is fully accredited with no conditions, meeting or exceeding state standards. The Virginia Department of Education decides if an individual school is […] The post A Perfect Record: All Charlotte County schools fully accredited appeared first on The Charlotte Gazette.
High School Football: Keon Elam chosen as Player of the Week
Keon Elam is the third Player of the Week chosen from Randolph-Henry High’s football team. The school announced that choice on Tuesday, Sept. 12. As part of this year’s high school football season, the Charlotte County Farm Bureau is partnering with the school by sponsoring a Player of the Week. The Randolph-Henry coaching staff chooses […] The post High School Football: Keon Elam chosen as Player of the Week appeared first on The Charlotte Gazette.
Longwood women’s basketball rolls out non-conference schedule
Iron sharpens iron, and Longwood women’s basketball will have plenty of chances to grow and sharpen themselves for Big South play during their non-conference basketball slate. Head Coach Erika Lang-Montgomery announced the team’s non-conference schedule this week, and it features four home games at the new Joan Perry Brock Center. Lancer Nation will have a […] The post Longwood women’s basketball rolls out non-conference schedule appeared first on The Charlotte Gazette.
Piedmont Senior Resources works on joint project
Piedmont Senior Resources Area Agency on Aging (PSR) is working on a new project. The group announced a partnership this week, working with the Piedmont Health District (PHD) to support and assist in funding PSR’s Non-Emergency Medical Transportation (NEMT) program. This collaboration aims to address the critical issue of transportation access for older adults in […] The post Piedmont Senior Resources works on joint project appeared first on The Charlotte Gazette.
A goal achieved, a legacy bestowed
Adult learners at Southside Virginia Community College (SVCC) often tell stories about overcoming personal challenges. The determination they demonstrate in reaching their goals is and can be inspiring. One amazing recent graduate, Catrina Roberts, displayed outstanding courage as she pursued her desire to hold a postsecondary credential in her hands. Catrina’s life included many medical […] The post A goal achieved, a legacy bestowed appeared first on The Charlotte Gazette.
Meningococcal outbreak reaches this region
Since June 2022, 27 cases of meningococcal disease have been found in Virginia. To put that in perspective, the Virginia Department of Health (VDH) explains, that’s three times the expected number of cases for a 14-month period like this. And the concern directly spotlights our region, as all the cases have been found in either […] The post Meningococcal outbreak reaches this region appeared first on The Charlotte Gazette.
Chorale rehearsals to begin
The Commonwealth Chorale of Virginia will begin a new season of rehearsals on Tuesday, Sept. 12, at 7 p.m. at Farmville Presbyterian Church. With the Christmas season in mind, the Chorale will present three afternoon concerts on Dec. 3, 4 p.m. at Clarksville Presbyterian Church; Dec. 9, 4 p.m. at Crewe United Methodist Church; Dec. […] The post Chorale rehearsals to begin appeared first on The Charlotte Gazette.
Heart of Virginia Festival set to return
The Heart of Virginia Festival is back with more to see and do this year. The Heart of Virginia Festival is returning on Saturday, Sept. 16, on High Street and North Main Street in Farmville. Each year, the festival is an opportunity to celebrate art, music, food and community. Volunteers work to put the festival […] The post Heart of Virginia Festival set to return appeared first on The Charlotte Gazette.
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