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Walters Community Carnival set for Aug. 3
The third annual Walters Community Carnival put on by the Walters Ladies Community Club will be offered Saturday, Aug. 3, as a free, fun event for anyone in the community and surrounding areas. The carnival, featuring activities particularly aimed to appeal to school-age children, will take place from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Walters Ruritan […] The post Walters Community Carnival set for Aug. 3 appeared first on The Tidewater News.
Southampton County School Board, staff plan for ’24-’25 school year
The Southampton County School Board gathered for a special work session in the Southampton High School library on Monday, July 15, to discuss plans and priorities for the 2024-25 school year. Following are some highlights from the meeting. MISSION AND VISION REMAIN THE SAME The board discussed making changes to Southampton County Public Schools’ vision […] The post Southampton County School Board, staff plan for ’24-’25 school year appeared first on The Tidewater News.
Windsor Town Council candidate Q&A: Marlin W. Sharp
Name: Marlin W. Sharp Age: 68 Family: Wife – Ruth; married 43+ years; 3 grown children, 7 grandchildren Education: B.S. in Bible; Masters in Applied Ministry Career: 24+ years in pastoral ministry; now working as Field Director for STAND Foundation Inc. 1.) Why do you want to be reelected as a member of the Windsor […] The post Windsor Town Council candidate Q&A: Marlin W. Sharp appeared first on The Tidewater News.
Windsor Town Council candidate Q&A: Jake Redd
Name: Jake Redd Age: 28 Family: Coming soonish. Education: Nansemond-Suffolk Academy; West Virginia University. Career: Entrepreneur and realtor. 1.) Why do you want to be reelected as a member of the Windsor Town Council? I believe that local government is very important, as many communities around the country learned during the overreaching COVID-19 lockdowns. I […] The post Windsor Town Council candidate Q&A: Jake Redd appeared first on The Tidewater News.
IWCS hosts parent/family engagement event
Isle of Wight County Schools recently hosted a parent/family engagement event at Windsor High School for English Language (EL) students across the division. An IWCS news release noted that the Isle of Wight County Sheriff’s Office partnered with the school division and brought its rock wall, which was a huge hit. Anna’s Pizza Too in […] The post IWCS hosts parent/family engagement event appeared first on The Tidewater News.
LOOKING BACK: The Rochelle-Prince House
The Rochelle-Prince House, located at 22371 Main Street in Courtland, dates back to an early period in Virginia’s history. Originally, it was called the Rochelle House. The first Rochelle, known to reside in the southeastern section of Virginia, was Ralph Rochelle, whose name appeared on a tax list for Surry County in 1668. His son, […] The post LOOKING BACK: The Rochelle-Prince House appeared first on The Tidewater News.
COLUMN: Smooth Beardtongue
By Stella Payne Master Naturalist I am enjoying the native plant Smooth Beardtongue (Penstemon laevigatus). The plant was bought at a Master Garden Native Plant sale. It is an asset to any garden and a joy to tend to. As a herbaceous, perennial, with trumpet-shaped pale purple flowers in terminal clusters, it grows to three […] The post COLUMN: Smooth Beardtongue appeared first on The Tidewater News.
Franklin mayoral candidate Q&A: Paul E. Kaplan
Name: Paul E. Kaplan Age: 70 Family: Married for 45 years to Joyce Kaplan, a retired Franklin elementary school teacher; son John, 41, married to Stephanie Kaplan, they live in Raleigh, North Carolina, with their three children; daughter Susan living in Zuni. Education: Petersburg High School, 1973; Camp Community College; St. Paul’s College, organizational management. […] The post Franklin mayoral candidate Q&A: Paul E. Kaplan appeared first on The Tidewater News.
RIVERGUARD REPORT: Fishing for catfish was the cat’s meow
Whispering Bear and I spent July 27-29 on the Blackwater below Franklin. The water was a little high, a little murky, fast and 80 degrees. By the time we left, the water temps had dropped to 76 degrees. Air temps ranged from 68 to 88 degrees; it was very pleasant weather. Also, the deer flies […] The post RIVERGUARD REPORT: Fishing for catfish was the cat’s meow appeared first on The Tidewater News.
LETTER: Do what is right for our country
To the Editor: I am a retired, 100% disabled Vietnam veteran. I was saddened by a recent article in the AARP Bulletin titled “Fraud Against Vets and Military Families Soars”. The Federal Trade Commission documented $267 million in losses by former and present Armed Forces members in past years, up from $122 million in 2020. […] The post LETTER: Do what is right for our country appeared first on The Tidewater News.
Sheriff’s Office supports FHS’s Criminal Justice Program
Franklin High School’s Criminal Justice program recognized Southampton County Sheriff Josh Wyche Sr. for his department’s continued support of the program. Brandi Whitley, CTE Career Transition Specialist for Franklin City Public Schools (third from left), presented Sheriff Wyche with a certificate of appreciation and a letter of appreciation for the deputies’ participation in our Criminal […] The post Sheriff’s Office supports FHS’s Criminal Justice Program appeared first on The Tidewater News.
Coston is 4th Quarter ABCD Award winner
Isle of Wight County Schools recognizes a support staff member each quarter who has gone Above and Beyond the Call of Duty (ABCD). At the June school board meeting, the division recognized fourth quarter honoree Jermaine Coston, school security officer at Windsor High School. Coston’s nomination highlighted how he has built positive relationships with students […] The post Coston is 4th Quarter ABCD Award winner appeared first on The Tidewater News.
Cocktails to go? Smithfield restaurateurs sound off on pros and cons
At least three local restaurants will continue offering to-go cocktails now that a change in state law permanently allows their continued sale. Other restaurateurs say the trend never took off at their establishments, and at least one expressed fear over liability should an opened to-go beverage find its way into underage or driving hands. Gov. […] The post Cocktails to go? Smithfield restaurateurs sound off on pros and cons appeared first on The Tidewater News.
Zoo-Nye Closet hosts school supply drive ahead of Aug. 24 giveaway
Zoo-Nye Closet isn’t a typical thrift store. Everything inside is free. The store, located in its namesake community of Zuni near the Isle of Wight-Southampton county line, has designated “shopping days” when members of the community can come inside and load a grocery bag full of whatever they need. The nonprofit, which opened its doors […] The post Zoo-Nye Closet hosts school supply drive ahead of Aug. 24 giveaway appeared first on The Tidewater News.
Helmkamp: Franklin Police Department’s 2023 Officer of the Year
Officer Brady Helmkamp, of the City of Franklin Police Department, is successfully carrying on a rich family legacy of public service in law enforcement, and it has not gone unnoticed by his peers. Helmkamp was recently named the department’s 2023 Officer of the Year. FPD Chief Steve Patterson explained how the recipient of the honor […] The post Helmkamp: Franklin Police Department’s 2023 Officer of the Year appeared first on The Tidewater News.
IWCS bringing cafeteria management back in house
After five years of outsourcing cafeteria management, Isle of Wight County Schools is bringing its food services back in house. Isle of Wight’s School Board voted unanimously on July 11 to approve the hiring of a director of food services, food services technician and food services administrator – three central office positions that were previously […] The post IWCS bringing cafeteria management back in house appeared first on The Tidewater News.
Virginia Market News Service weekly ag brief — July 26, 2024
Virginia Market News Service reported the following weekly ag trends on Friday, July 26: In Virginia, state graded feeder cattle 3.00 to 11.00 higher. Feeder cattle at regular auction sales uneven, ranging 6.00 lower to 14.00 higher. Slaughter cows uneven, ranging 4.00 lower to 8.00 higher. Wheat .03 higher. Corn .15 to .25 higher, new […] The post Virginia Market News Service weekly ag brief — July 26, 2024 appeared first on The Tidewater News.
COLUMN: I’ll show you what a shepherd looks like
This week, we continue featuring Old Testament prophets. Our scripture is in Jeremiah 23: 1-6, as the prophet is sent with a word from God for the shepherds of Judah. As an additional lens, we also read Psalm 23 with this. Jeremiah’s message was one of judgment upon the kings and priests. They had been […] The post COLUMN: I’ll show you what a shepherd looks like appeared first on The Tidewater News.
COLUMN: Bug juice and love
By Jason Stump Guest Columnist There’s nothing quite like the taste of “bug juice” in a paper cup and cookies on a napkin served up by church ladies in a fellowship hall. Together with your friends with your nametag hung around your neck with a piece of yarn. Maybe some glue, or paint, left to […] The post COLUMN: Bug juice and love appeared first on The Tidewater News.
Franklin Baptist Church Scholarship Fund passes $280K in awards
Franklin Baptist Church recently awarded its annual scholarships, continuing a unique ministry that has had a remarkable impact over the last 20 years. The Franklin Baptist Church Scholarship Fund was established in 2005 and since then has allowed for the presentation of 159 scholarships to members of the church. The scholarships have had a combined […] The post Franklin Baptist Church Scholarship Fund passes $280K in awards appeared first on The Tidewater News.
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