Education
Schools to resume full time this fall
Charlotte County Public Schools (CCPS) will open its doors to five days of in-person instruction in August and free up its educators from virtual learning. ...
Top Stories
Pettus remembered for his compassion
The Drakes Branch community is mourning the loss of one of its lifelong residents and former town council ...
R-H honors Beta Club members
On Friday, April 30, Randolph-Henry High School honored outstanding academic achievement by inviting junior and senior scholars to ...
Statesmen blank three opponents
After two years between competitions, the Randolph-Henry Girls Varsity Tennis team was back on the court this week. ...
Seniors honored with red carpet walk
With COVID-19 restrictions in place, Randolph-Henry High School was unable to hold a prom this spring but faculty ...
News
Agency says they were left out
The Charlotte County Board of Supervisors (BOS) held a public hearing on the FY 21/22 county’s $65 million budget on Tuesday, April 27, hearing from ...
by Crystal Vandegrift.
Community Calendar
Concert series set
Red Bank Revival and jazz singer Stella Jones will kick off the First Friday summer concert series in the parking lot of the Prizery located ...
by Staff Report, Thursday, May 6, 2021 4:23 pm
Columns
COLUMN — Trust God in the uncertainty
In one of my devotions this past week I read, “Naturally, we are inclined to be so mathematical and calculating that we look upon uncertainty ...
by Yvette Perrin, Thursday, May 6, 2021 4:15 pm
Education
Virtual Virginia provides online options
As this unconventional school year comes to a close, many public school districts in the commonwealth are announcing students will have the option to enroll ...
by Alexa Massey, Thursday, May 6, 2021 4:10 pm
Education
Parade planned for Class of 2021
For the second year in a row, a senior car parade for the graduating class of Randolph-Henry High School (R-H) is being planned. Friends and ...
by Crystal Vandegrift, Thursday, May 6, 2021 3:51 pm
COVID-19
Governor eases some restrictions
COVID-19 cases are fluctuating locally as Governor Ralph Northam eased some restrictions concerning mask wearing and restaurant regulations. According to Rhonda Pruitt, senior epidemiologist for ...
by Alexa Massey, Thursday, May 6, 2021 3:37 pm
Local
Drakes Branch Farmer’s Market to open
The Drakes Branch Farmer’s Market will open for its sixth season under the pavilion Friday, May 7, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The market ...
by Crystal Vandegrift, Thursday, May 6, 2021 2:51 pm
Local
Gazette wins eight VPA awards
The Charlotte Gazette received eight awards during a virtual presentation of the 2020 Virginia Press Association News and Advertising Contest Thursday. The Gazette received six ...
by Staff Report, Thursday, May 6, 2021 8:10 am
Local
National Stroke Awareness Month
A stroke happens when a clot or rupture interrupts blood flow to the brain. Without oxygen-rich blood, brain cells die. There are three types of stroke: ...
by Staff Report, Thursday, May 6, 2021 6:27 am
Local
Road construction planned
Highway work requiring road/lane/structure closures planned; however, work may be delayed/canceled due to weather or other issues. For up-to-date information, call 511 or visit www.511Virginia.org. District-wide activities: Crews will perform ...
by Staff Report, Thursday, May 6, 2021 6:00 am
Church & Community
Free health careers summer camp open to high school students
This summer the Southside Virginia Area Health Education Center (SVAHEC) will provide a free virtual four-day Health Careers Summer Camp. Open to high school students, ...
by Staff Report, Thursday, May 6, 2021 6:00 am
College
Longwood research project receives $100K grant
Dr. Eric Hodges has been awarded a $100,000 grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) for his research project focusing on the combat ...
by Staff Report, Thursday, May 6, 2021 6:00 am
College
The SVCC Class of 2021 is stupendous
Southside Virginia Community College will honor its 2021 graduates in a virtual celebration to be released May 15 at 9:30 a.m. Students, their families and ...
by Quentin Johnson, Wednesday, May 5, 2021 4:32 pm
Local
Red Flag Warning issued
The National Weather Service has issued Red Flag Warnings for multiple counties in Central and Eastern Virginia between noon and 8 p.m. today. This means ...
by Staff Report, Friday, April 30, 2021 11:15 am
Business
Gazette advertising team wins top honors
The Charlotte Gazette was honored Thursday with the award for the top advertising team in Division 1 of non-daily newspapers during a virtual presentation of ...
by Staff Report, Thursday, April 29, 2021 12:43 pm
COVID-19
Cases up in children age 5 and under
COVID-19 cases are back on the downtrend, but public health officials are noticing an increase in cases in children ages 5 and below. Monday, April ...
by Alexa Massey, Thursday, April 29, 2021 10:50 am
Local
Town considers options for blighted properties
The Charlotte Court House Town Council is on a mission to address abandoned and blighted properties in the town and has requested suggestions from Town ...
by Crystal Vandegrift, Thursday, April 29, 2021 10:49 am
Education
R-H to have graduation
The Randolph-Henry High School (R-H) class of 2021 will get to walk across the stage and accept their diplomas this spring. According to R-H Principal, ...
by Crystal Vandegrift, Thursday, April 29, 2021 10:37 am
Local
Centra begins needs assessment process with survey
Every three years Centra is required to complete a Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) for the communities served by the not-for-profit health care system. Part ...
by Staff Report, Thursday, April 29, 2021 9:44 am
Columns
COLUMN — We should make the most of our time
Last week we talked about how without transformation, Jesus is just information. One of the Scriptures shared came from Ephesians, “making the most of your ...
by Yvette Perrin, Thursday, April 29, 2021 9:36 am
Community Calendar
Community Calendar for the week of April 28
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 ...
by Staff Report, Thursday, April 29, 2021 9:34 am
Education
Central Middle School Honor Roll
Central Middle School announced the principal’s list and honor roll for the third nine weeks. Eighth Grade Principal’s List: Aiden Bryant, Alexandra Clark, Madeline Clatterbuck, ...
by Staff Report, Thursday, April 29, 2021 9:32 am
Sports
Drew Dawson gets first career win
Drew Dawson’s third year in the Limited Sportsman Division is on the way to being his best. The Nathalie resident enters the twin 25-lap Limited ...
by Staff Report, Thursday, April 29, 2021 9:32 am
College
Longwood adds pre-med concentration
Longwood students planning to attend medical, dental or veterinary school or pursue other health-related careers that require an advanced degree will have the option to ...
by Staff Report, Thursday, April 29, 2021 9:21 am
Local
Shook seeks reelection
Charlotte County Board of Supervisor (BOS) Robert “Butch” Shook Jr. announced Friday, April 23, that he would seek reelection to represent the Keysville District. Currently, ...
by Crystal Vandegrift, Thursday, April 29, 2021 9:10 am
Education
Free school lunches extended though 2022
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has extended universal free lunch for all students through the next school year. “This one action will not ...
by Staff Report, Thursday, April 29, 2021 8:44 am
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