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Windsor’s 32nd Fourth of July Celebration set
The town of Windsor is continuing the revitalization of its annual Fourth of July Celebration in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the 2024 iteration of the event will feature multiple music acts and a cruise-in. Held in the Wesley F. Garris Event Park at 18 Duke Street, the town’s 32nd annual Fourth of […] The post Windsor’s 32nd Fourth of July Celebration set appeared first on The Tidewater News.
Staff, council share Windsor Town Hall design preferences
Members of the Windsor town staff and Windsor Town Council gathered Monday, June 17, to review revised floor plans for a new municipal building that were recently provided by Moseley Architects. Staff and council members shared their design preferences among the three different floor plan options provided, and they also shared new design ideas developed […] The post Staff, council share Windsor Town Hall design preferences appeared first on The Tidewater News.
Franklin’s July 4 celebration event set
The city of Franklin’s 2024 Independence Day Celebration will take place from 4-9:30 p.m. on Wednesday, July 3, in the downtown area in and around Barrett’s Landing Park. Franklin Director of Tourism A’Risha Jones invited community members to “experience a day of celebration packed with enjoyable games, delicious cuisine and amazing fireworks.” She noted that […] The post Franklin’s July 4 celebration event set appeared first on The Tidewater News.
City of Franklin celebrates Juneteenth
Members of the community came out to Barrett’s Landing Park on Saturday, June 22, amid notable heat to take part in the city of Franklin’s inaugural Juneteenth Celebration. Franklin Vice Mayor Wynndolyn H. Copeland welcomed people to the event, which ran from noon to 5:30 p.m. A’Risha Jones, Franklin’s director of tourism, was pleased with […] The post City of Franklin celebrates Juneteenth appeared first on The Tidewater News.
COLUMN: Navigating the empty nest: Rekindling your marriage
By Dr. Carletta Artis Your Turn Q: Our kids are all grown up. Can you help me and my wife find our way back to each other? A: Congratulations on reaching the milestone of raising your children to reach adulthood. That accomplishment should be celebrated, and you both should be very proud. I also congratulate […] The post COLUMN: Navigating the empty nest: Rekindling your marriage appeared first on The Tidewater News.
COLUMN: Trust in the Lord always
By Chris A. Quilpa Your Turn Lack of trust is a lack of faith. If we trust someone, our spouse, or partner in/for life, we have faith in them. If we have trust and faith, our belief is strong and grounded. And Love exists. When we say, “I believe in you,” we can also say, […] The post COLUMN: Trust in the Lord always appeared first on The Tidewater News.
Winner of St. Jude Dream Home® Giveaway announced
This year’s St. Jude Dream Home® Giveaway winner hails from Suffolk, Virginia. Megan Richardson, who says she has been donating to the giveaway since 2009, was named the winner of the 5-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom home located in Suffolk’s Bennett’s Creek area. The home has an estimated value of $715,000. “It seems like a great charity to […] The post Winner of St. Jude Dream Home® Giveaway announced appeared first on The Tidewater News.
COLUMN: No time like the present
A fellow named Patric Linton confesses to something that some among us may relate to more than others. Yes, this will seem awfully extreme. He says, “I did a four-year arts degree instead of just finding a job after I graduated college the first time. The outside world was so terrifying, that I just enrolled […] The post COLUMN: No time like the present appeared first on The Tidewater News.
COLUMN: When cultures collide
By Marv Fisher Guest Columnist As we study the birth and early growth of the church in the first few chapters of the book of Acts, we see two cultures at odds. God was doing a work of revival with a new way of reaching mankind, through the power and ministry of the Holy Spirit. […] The post COLUMN: When cultures collide appeared first on The Tidewater News.
Amun Ra Inc. hosts 2nd Juneteenth event
Organizers were pleased with the level of participation in the second annual Juneteenth Cultural Celebration recently held in Franklin and hosted by the nonprofit organization Amun Ra Inc. The celebration, which ran from Friday-Sunday, June 14-16, took place across various events held each day at either Barrett’s Landing Park or College Drive Park. The events […] The post Amun Ra Inc. hosts 2nd Juneteenth event appeared first on The Tidewater News.
LOOKING BACK: Franklin Equipment Company
In June 1964, the annual Franklin Chamber of Commerce business meeting was held at Franklin Baptist Church. Forty-three members were in attendance in the church fellowship hall, and two special awards were presented. A. Woodrow Livesay, Chamber president, was given an award of appreciation. A plaque -inscribed with “for aggressive leadership and faithful service as […] The post LOOKING BACK: Franklin Equipment Company appeared first on The Tidewater News.
SCPS board receives ’24-’25 federal programs update
Southampton County Public Schools Director of Instruction Kelli Gillette shared an update with the Southampton County School Board on June 10 regarding the benefit the school division is set to receive from federal programs for fiscal year 2024-25. “We have been told that we may be getting a little bit more than we did last […] The post SCPS board receives ’24-’25 federal programs update appeared first on The Tidewater News.
Windsor 8U All-Star team stands out on diamond
Standout 7- and 8-year-old baseball players from Windsor recently showed they could hold their own against teams from much larger localities by turning in excellent performances at the 2024 Southern Chesapeake Summer Baseball Bash. The Windsor 8U All-Stars, affiliated with the PONY organization, went 2-2 at the Baseball Bash to finish as runners-up. “I was […] The post Windsor 8U All-Star team stands out on diamond appeared first on The Tidewater News.
Construction completed and eastbound lane of 58 reopened
SOUTHAMPTON COUNTY, Va. — On Wednesday, June 26, contractor crews with the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) completed construction and reopened the eastbound lane to traffic on Route 58 (Southampton Parkway) east between Route 35 (Meherrin Road) and Route 58 Business (Jerusalem Road) in Southampton County ahead of schedule. The bridge rehabilitation project started in June […] The post Construction completed and eastbound lane of 58 reopened appeared first on The Tidewater News.
Three senators revive ‘skill game’ legalization bill
Three state senators again proposed legalizing so-called “skill games” a month after Gov. Glenn Youngkin vetoed similar legislation, but ended up not voting on any bills at a reconvened June 18 Senate session. Youngkin vetoed Senate Bill 212, sponsored by Sen. Aaron Rouse, D-Virginia Beach, in May after the General Assembly voted down a slate […] The post Three senators revive ‘skill game’ legalization bill appeared first on The Tidewater News.
Franklin City Public Schools unveils Strategic Plan
Franklin City Public Schools Chief Academic Officer Krystal L. Thompkins presented the school division’s Strategic Plan — titled Accelerate Franklin 2028 — to the Franklin City School Board at its meeting on Thursday, June 20. “This process started in November, and we had our final meeting to approve the hard work and dedication of those […] The post Franklin City Public Schools unveils Strategic Plan appeared first on The Tidewater News.
Bronco Federal Credit Union names new CEO
FRANKLIN, Va. — Bronco Federal Credit Union has announced the appointment of Michael “Mike” Kenzie as the new Chief Executive Officer, effective July 22, 2024. Following an extensive internal and national search, Kenzie was selected to lead the credit union into its next phase of growth. He will succeed Brian Hedgepeth, who has served as […] The post Bronco Federal Credit Union names new CEO appeared first on The Tidewater News.
LETTER: Sign up to become a poll worker
Dear Editor, I guess the time has come to just say this: “Stand up or shut up”. If you really want to know how election votes are counted, then get up off your sofa, put your phone down, and come and help us work the polls on Nov. 5. It will be long hours for […] The post LETTER: Sign up to become a poll worker appeared first on The Tidewater News.
Butcher’s Steak & Seafood off to strong start
There is a new restaurant at 1324 Armory Drive in Franklin that is aiming to offer a dining experience specifically for those who appreciate steak and seafood. Butcher’s Steak & Seafood opened at the location on May 28, and co-owner Rosie Ramos noted that business has been very good thus far. “We are truly blessed, […] The post Butcher’s Steak & Seafood off to strong start appeared first on The Tidewater News.
COLUMN: At home in ourselves
I once had a church member in another city who went downtown to volunteer. Let’s say this particular member wasn’t one of our most likely or regular participants in hands-on ministry. So it was surprising and gratifying when he signed up and went. Sadly, though, it was also terrible to hear that, of all people, […] The post COLUMN: At home in ourselves appeared first on The Tidewater News.
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