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AARP suggests help after a scam
If there is one thing everyone should understand, it is that “scammers” are career criminals skilled at the art of manipulation, and no one is immune. These crooks target people of any age; in fact, 41% of those who reported a fraud loss to the Federal Trade Commission in 2023 were under the age of […] The post AARP suggests help after a scam appeared first on The Charlotte Gazette.
High food prices? Blame Suez
The global connectedness of agricultural trade means international disruptions eventually affect farmers, and the U.S. economy in general. Terrorist acts against shipping vessels in the Red Sea and low water levels in the Panama Canal are two major obstacles hindering the movement of U.S. agricultural exports. These result in increased shipping costs and delays, influencing […] The post High food prices? Blame Suez appeared first on The Charlotte Gazette.
Public votes can help preserve history
Area residents have the opportunity to help preserve a historic cookbook in the collection at Patrick Henry’s Red Hill. The artifact is among Virginia’s Top 10 Endangered Artifacts selected by the Virginia Association of Museums for public voting with the winner receiving funding to help with preservation. Red Hill Director of Historic Preservation and Collections […] The post Public votes can help preserve history appeared first on The Charlotte Gazette.
Supervisors green light more Charlotte County solar projects
Despite pushback and disapproval from neighbors and citizens during a public hearing on Feb. 14, the Board of Supervisors (BOS) gave the green light to two new Charlotte County solar facilities, with plans for a third in March. BOS Chairman Gary Walker, who had turned over control of the meeting to Vice Chairman Bailey at […] The post Supervisors green light more Charlotte County solar projects appeared first on The Charlotte Gazette.
County clarifies boundary lines
The Charlotte County Board of Supervisors (BOS) has approved a joint resolution between Charlotte and Lunenburg County that will clear up some confusion about the voting locations for Charlotte and Lunenburg County citizens. According to county documents, the State Board of Elections found that some citizens were voting in the wrong county, and now there’s […] The post County clarifies boundary lines appeared first on The Charlotte Gazette.
What caused Kings Highway fire? Bacon District Chief explains
A vehicle fire on Monday, Feb. 26, caused a portion of land to burn and two fire departments called to extinguish the blaze. But what caused the Kings Highway fire? According to Bacon District Fire Chief Will Stembridge, a vehicle became stuck and as they were spinning trying to get the car out, a fire […] The post What caused Kings Highway fire? Bacon District Chief explains appeared first on The Charlotte Gazette.
Gazette Church and Community Events Calendar
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. MARCH 2 STEW FUNDRAISER — The Charlotte County Retired Teachers Association is sponsoring a stew at Keysville Auto Center on Saturday, March 2. Stew will be ready by 11 […] The post Gazette Church and Community Events Calendar appeared first on The Charlotte Gazette.
New federal rules will hit EMS budgets
It’s going to be expensive. It’s also not something emergency medical service (EMS) agencies in Charlotte County or anywhere across this region budgeted or planned for. In fact, if this federal rule gets enforced, EMS agencies all over Virginia will be forced to change the way they operate. It might heavily impact their finances – […] The post New federal rules will hit EMS budgets appeared first on The Charlotte Gazette.
Have a look at next year’s textbooks
Charlotte County Public Schools is in the process of adopting Literature Textbooks for elementary schools; grades kindergarten through fifth for the 2024-2025 school year. These textbooks will be available for community review at the Charlotte County School Board Office through March 1. That’s available from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. through this Friday. Upon review, […] The post Have a look at next year’s textbooks appeared first on The Charlotte Gazette.
Some counties write off little tax debt
Some area county treasurers prove true Benjamin Franklin’s famous saying that taxes are one of two things in the world that are certain. Some of the counties in our region are seeing nearly 100% collected on tax assessed on real estate. They mark this achievement each year as they tally up the amount that remains […] The post Some counties write off little tax debt appeared first on The Charlotte Gazette.
AARP warns about check washing
One of the oldest scams around involves a criminal getting hold of one of your checks and forging the payee and the amount. Usually this is done by “washing” the check with chemicals to remove the real information you have written on it. Today, with access to new technologies, criminals are “cooking” checks by creating […] The post AARP warns about check washing appeared first on The Charlotte Gazette.
County schools focus on CTE
Each February, school divisions across the country celebrate National Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month. This is a time to recognize the accomplishments and importance of career and technical education for students at all levels. The CTE programs provided by Charlotte County Public Schools continue to offer a diverse background for students as they prepare […] The post County schools focus on CTE appeared first on The Charlotte Gazette.
Randolph-Henry wrestling team, Jackson finish season strong
The Randolph-Henry wrestling team is among the Top 30 in Virginia. That’s where the squad ended up after last weekend’s state championships, with the Statesmen finishing 27th among all teams. The news was even better for wrestler Landon Jackson, who finished as one of the top six in the state for his weight class. “Overall […] The post Randolph-Henry wrestling team, Jackson finish season strong appeared first on The Charlotte Gazette.
Phenix tries a bit of Kindness
Phenix Elementary is trying out something new, in the form of the Kindness Clubs. January was all about empathy. Students voted on who showed empathy the best in their class. Each month for the rest of the year, students will vote on someone they think showed a social skill related to kindness. “We can’t wait […] The post Phenix tries a bit of Kindness appeared first on The Charlotte Gazette.
Central Middle School Honor Roll; 2nd 9 weeks 2023-2024
Central Middle School has announced its honor roll students for the second nine weeks. SIXTH GRADE Honor Roll: Jordan Clinton, Camryn Prewitt, Aubrie Scruggs, Faith Walker, Landon McHenry, Tasha Stearnes, Avery Bolton, Landon Griles, Sydney Hamby, Audrey Kott, Adele Sexton, Kaylee Talbott, Jayden Harmon, Alasia Majors, Emmit Rowley-Clark, Amelia Staffieri, AnnMarie Tate, Brooklynn Camp, Robert […] The post Central Middle School Honor Roll; 2nd 9 weeks 2023-2024 appeared first on The Charlotte Gazette.
What is horse judging? RH team works in unique competition
Calli Claybrook grew up with horses, riding at home. Then in ninth grade at Randolph-Henry High, she learned about horse judging and was part of a team that won a state championship. Now things have come full circle, as she’s the teacher/coach, encouraging a new generation of horse judges at Randolph-Henry. Earlier this month, the […] The post What is horse judging? RH team works in unique competition appeared first on The Charlotte Gazette.
Gazette Church and Community Calendar: week of Feb. 21
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. FEBRUARY 24 BLACK HISTORY PROGRAM — The Central High Museum of Charlotte Court House will present their annual Black History program on Saturday, Feb. 24. That will begin […] The post Gazette Church and Community Calendar: week of Feb. 21 appeared first on The Charlotte Gazette.
Will regional ICE facility close? Negotiations continue
Illegal immigrants from Charlotte County and other ICE detainees may soon be housed in a different facility. As of the end of March, the Town of Farmville will be terminating its contract with the local Immigration Centers of America (ICA) facility. And while one neighboring county is negotiating to take over the contract, nothing is […] The post Will regional ICE facility close? Negotiations continue appeared first on The Charlotte Gazette.
Breaking the 1,000 point barrier
He’s made the Francis Award Watch List. His team is ranked No. 1 again, making six weeks at the top and nine in the Top Five in the nation. Now Davidson Hubbard has reached another landmark in this season, reaching and passing the 1,000-point mark last week. “I credit my coaches and my teammates the […] The post Breaking the 1,000 point barrier appeared first on The Charlotte Gazette.
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