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The tidewater news We had a failed 600 amp [] BREAKING NEWS Franklin City School Board meeting postponed to Feb. The board members were later contacted via text to alert them of the email. on Wednesday, the sheriff’s office received a call about an unresponsive female lying on Angelico Road south of Southampton Parkway. Patsy Rainey Joyner was a native of Isle of Wight County, and a graduate of Windsor High School. 7, and was last seen by family members on Saturday, Nov. 27, 2024, in Virginia Beach, Virginia. During the program, children played snowball toss, made gingerbread BRISTOL, Virginia – Marshall Kenneth Brittle Sr. 7. at New Hope Baptist Church in Franklin. 22, 2025 in his home with family by his side. The Tidewater News has served the people of Franklin, Southampton County and Isle of Wight County since 1905. 19, that the entire school division, including its offices, will be closed for students and staff on Thursday, Feb. The Franklin City School Board meeting and public hearing and comment on the fiscal year 2025-26 school budget The Franklin Walmart Supercenter at 1500 Armory Drive held a grand reopening event on Friday morning, Nov. 13 on the school division’s response to the county Board of Supervisors’ pursuit of a forensic audit of the school system. She was [] By Almeta Davis Contributing Writer Courtland, VA – On Oct. 11, 2025 in her February 16, 2025 The Winter Wonderland After School Program featured seasonal fun for those involved at the Courtland branch of the Blackwater Regional Library. James Claude, 77, passed on Saturday, Feb. Pierce, who has lived in Windsor since he was 2, was in a serious [] EnergyNet: U. The news release noted that students will observe virtual learning days and complete assignments provided by their teachers. 17 to adopt a resolution allocating approximately $350,000 from the county’s unassigned fund balance to complete the remainder of the Boykins Sewer Rehab Project. “Mrs. CULPEPER, Virginia – Robert Harrison Sasser Jr. Wilkins Gymnasium. The global population increased by one billion people between 2010 and 2022. Sports A lower-density version of the Tidewater Logistics Center multi-warehouse complex proposed for the outskirts of Windsor is projected UPDATE: The Southampton County Sheriff’s Office reported Saturday afternoon, Nov. The Windsor Town Council voted 3-0 on Tuesday, Nov. It highlighted feel-good stories to raise people’s spirits and foster hope in a difficult time; I found that it helped make me smile and see some of the good in the world. 8 email newsletter stated that Berryman graduated from Southampton Academy, earned a degree in business administration from St. Gwendolyn Shannon (left), stands with Melissa Edwards, career and technical education teacher at Southampton High School, after Edwards was named SCPS Teacher of the Year. He [] Storms barreled through Southampton County Sunday leaving a wake of destruction in its path, including on the property of the Franklin-Southampton County Fairgrounds and the fair scheduled for this week. Andrews University and is the business manager of Edwards FRANKLIN – Yvonne Stephenson passed away on Feb. 24, to make known their concern about Franklin February 26, 2025 A preliminary snow map from the National Weather Service’s Wakefield office shows that Western Tidewater has received anywhere February 20, 2025. 10 meeting to pursue this [] Eleven months after recommending rejection of the Tidewater Logistics Center multi-warehouse complex proposed for the outskirts of Windsor, Isle of Wight County’s Planning Commission will take its first look at a revised concept that calls for one less warehouse. Clyde Tuttle, who would serve as its publisher until selling the newspaper to Kenneth R. 12 as a result of an investigation the Sheriff’s Office conducted in coordination with the Internet Crimes Against Children Task As a flyer from The Widow Walk states, “This fun-filled event will include dinner, live music and surprises. Shannon discussed during the board’s Dec. m. 1, 1953, to F. We know that not By Emily Jordan Jordan’s Journal We experienced inclement weather this week in Richmond, but that did not slow down the legislative process! We have worked diligently this week to move many bills through both chambers. As human beings, we long for good news. 22, 2025 in his home with family February 24, 2025 The Tidewater News, Franklin, Virginia. In a school news release, officials noted that Johnson is very dedicated to learning, and she is extremely respectful. and Nettie Russell Butler, she was born on Feb. Franklin City Public Schools announced Thursday afternoon, Feb. The IWCS news release added that all school activities and events are also canceled. He was a sanitation worker for the City of Franklin and a member of Franklin Congregational Christian Church. Schools are closed Friday for in-person learning. Byerly’s son, Hanes, was named publisher in 1960 and continued in that role for nearly five decades, publishing 4,772 issues FRANKLIN – Mr. Camp Community [] UPDATE: The Southampton County Sheriff’s Office reported Saturday afternoon, Nov. “The victim was transported to the Tidewater Office of the Chief Medical Examiner in Norfolk for an autopsy and for further attempts at identification,” VIRGINIA BEACH – Dale Brothers Birdsong, 90, of Virginia Beach,, passed away on Dec. ) The 2024 Franklin Christmas Parade garnered rave reviews, with some describing it as the best one they had ever seen in the city. Adkison, line technician superintendent with Franklin Municipal Power and Light, stated, “We had 560 customers off from 11:25 to 12:33 p. 6, to engage a law firm to represent it as it seeks to learn more about the management and finances of Southampton County Public Schools. That remarkable increase saw the world surpass the eight billion people mark in November of 2022. S. “Kara is always positive and supportive to her classmates,” FHS officials stated. Byerly in 1957. amid temperatures in the mid-to-lower 20s, but a sizable [] Among the Christmas events planned for the area in 2024 are two key celebrations happening this coming weekend — the Franklin Christmas Parade on Friday, Dec. Deborah Goodwyn and Southampton County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. She spent many of her younger years in Whaleyville, Virginia and loved recounting the joy of her childhood spent living next [] FRANKLIN – Raymond Edward (Ed) Schwolow, 81, went softly into the night on Wednesday, Dec. Lolethia Jones was reported missing to the Southampton County Sheriff’s Office on Thursday, Nov. 18, via email to all eight board members who voted on the superintendent’s contract, requesting that they share by 10 a. 24, 2024, surrounded by the family she held so dear. 12, to amend the funding source of multiple line items in the town’s fiscal year 2025 budget due to a nearing deadline in connection with American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. She does not complain when she has to take on multiple tasks, and she always [] Isle of Wight County Schools announced Tuesday afternoon, Feb. , 92, of Culpeper, Virginia passed away peacefully on Saturday, Oct. 16, 1928, in Suffolk, Virginia, but lived her entire long life in Franklin. The National Weather Service reported Monday afternoon, Aug. 21, because of hazardous conditions related to the winter storm affecting the area. FCPS Federal Programs Coordinator Catina Alston co-organized a meeting for 30-plus such investors on Nov. Bond is an awesome teacher and peer,” FHS officials stated in a news release. 20, the reported plan is for a peaceful protest to Kelvin Hayes is the Franklin High School varsity girls basketball team’s first-year head coach, and he notched his first win on Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2024, following a period of declining health. Camp Community College Real Estate Foundation in spring 2023. Alan W. Francis, Clerk of the Circuit Court for Franklin City and Southampton County. “Teachers [] Windsor High School’s varsity football team may have finished 1-9 this season, but the team and its players are demonstrating growth and improvement, and this was validated by the Dukes receiving 17 All-Tri-Rivers District selections for 2024. “She is always smiling and positive toward students and faculty. Born in Richmond, Ken was raised on the family farm in Southampton County, Virginia. A conceptual plan Isle of Wight County supervisors voted 4-1 last year to reject had called for [] Western Tidewater Magazine Time well spent at Fred’s talking about Bubba-Doo’s. 24-26 on the Nottoway below Delaware. Edwards was surprised with the award on Thursday, Jan. 18, that it will be closed on both Wednesday, Feb. More News Main Still striving for unity in the communities One of the online content options that I ran across then was Some Good News, a web show hosted by John Krasinski of The Office fame. News Business Home health care business spreads wings. Six votes were not cast in the council vote because Vice Mayor J. 5% of global textile waste generation. 23. 19, due to the forecast of significant snow impacting the county. The varsity football teams of Southampton High School and Windsor High School battled back and forth in a tight contest early between division foes Friday, Nov. on Monday, Jan. , 77, passed away at his home on Nov. 20, that the school division will be closed on Friday, Feb. Kaplan has received 79. View the full edition of the Western Tidewater Living Summer 2023 edition here . 28, the city’s new finance director — Constance “Connie” Barnes. Born on March 2, 1934, in Suffolk, Virginia, she was the cherished daughter of Quentin and Russell Brothers. Ed was born in Camden, New Jersey on Jan. 7, one day after his arrest. The news release stated that in addition, all school activities and events are also canceled. All results cited in this story are from the Virginia Department of Elections website as of Tuesday afternoon, [] Electoral results are coming into focus in the city of Franklin, with five of six precincts reporting. He was instilled [] The Windsor Town Council undertook a discussion Tuesday, Dec. “It was a great team effort, and I loved the energy that the girls [] The Tidewater News was sold six years later, on Feb. The council reached a consensus at its Dec. 2, in the 700 block of Cameron Street in the city of Franklin, according to a On the morning of February 26, Lafayette was joined by the Board of Trustees of Suffolk and the Committee of Arrangements for breakfast. 3, news release from SCSO noted that at about 2:01 p. 10, requested by Councilman Marlin W. Southampton County School Board Chair Dr. Because of those realities, there is overwhelming inspiration present in the story of 20-year-old Carson Pierce during a tremendously difficult chapter in his life. The Meridian Group presented to the Windsor Town Council on Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2025. Babb III, of Windsor, to Virginia’s Cotton Board. Babb, a sixth-generation farmer, reflected on [] Provisional ballots and more were still yet to be counted in the city of Franklin as of Tuesday afternoon, Nov. Robert Harrison Sasser Jr. General District Court Judge Helivi Holland suspended a [] The developer of the rejected Tidewater Logistics Center multi-warehouse complex could submit a scaled-back version of the controversial project within the next few days, according to Economic Development Director Kristi Sutphin. [] News Smith lauded for contributions to community. Goodwyn highlighted how School Board Counsel Pamela O’Berry, of Sands A lower-density version of the Tidewater Logistics Center multi-warehouse complex proposed for the outskirts of Windsor is projected to generate several hundred fewer jobs and at least $1 million less in local tax revenue than the original concept. 24, starting with trick-or-treating at local Outdoors RIVERGUARD REPORT: Fishing slack on the Nottoway for Turner. FRANKLIN CHRISTMAS PARADE This year’s edition of the Franklin Virginia Gov. 12, but the winners of all four local races were clear on the evening of Election Day. 22, and Thursday, Jan. She was in the first Paul D. 6,668 likes · 60 talking about this. 20, 1905, The Tidewater News editorialized of BENGALURU, India, March 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Alliance University's School of Law held the Justice N. Windsor Police Chief Rodney “Dan” Riddle estimates his department could be appearing before the commission to Pictured are 10 of the 12 current members of the Franklin Book Club, which has existed for 125 years as of this November. . Obituaries Hattie M. ” 1 Tidewater Publications LLC, which publishes The Tidewater News, Windsor Weekly and related print and digital products, sold the 13,000-square-foot building at 1000 Armory Drive to the Paul D. Those names included Daniel T. News Summer WTLs have arrived. Kaplan is winning the Franklin mayoral race definitively, as are the Democratic Party candidates on the ballot in the federal-level races. Community and Franklin City Council members continued on Monday, Feb. Cheatham, James P. The Tidewater News has served Franklin, Southampton County and Isle of Wight Tidewater News is a thrice-weekly newspaper based in Franklin, Virginia covering Franklin, Southampton County and Isle of Wight County. He [] The weather cleared by Saturday, Sept. SUFFOLK – Hattie M. 18, that all of the division’s schools and offices will be closed for all students and staff on Wednesday, Feb. A Walmart news release noted that among the improvements are a new Pharmacy and Vision Center and additional parking lanes for Online The strength of an individual’s character and the quality of a community are revealed during challenging circumstances. Former Ward 2 Councilman Ray Smith was recognized Jan. The family has entrusted Vaughan-Temple Funeral Home to [] News Protest, comments convey message to FCPS. In addition to his parents, he was An Isle of Wight Academy teacher has been arrested for allegedly possessing child pornography. Friday will be an [] The Southampton County Board of Supervisors voted 6-0 on Dec. 16. Al was born and raised in Franklin and had been involved with Boy Scouts. 5, and it was held in the Franklin High The Tidewater News reached out to Banks for comment Monday evening, Aug. The motion that Board Chairman Dr. 5, that its survey team determined the damage to the fairgrounds was from straight line Dr. News Fire breaks out at abandoned building in Newsoms. Shannon updated the board Jan. From left, front row, are Suzanne Duffey, Carol Majors, Margaret Mackan, Helen Capati; back row, Betsy Bradshaw, Judy Livesay, Linda Burkett, Betsy Brantley, Brucie Standahl and Nancy Blythe. Four different agencies have responded to a fire in Newsoms that has occurred in an abandoned structure at February 26, 2025 Obituaries H. Sharp on the proposed Tidewater Logistics Center multi-warehouse project that The Meridian Group has been trying to develop on the outskirts of Windsor on land owned by the county’s Economic Development Authority. 27, a [] An Isle of Wight County jury, on Aug. County Administrator Brian S. Born on May 16, 1931, in Newsoms, Virginia, Betty was widely known as “Betty Etiquette,” a testament to her graciousness and meticulous attention to details, remembered for never missing a birthday and her thoughtful notes. Ralph S. A Thursday morning, Oct. The daughter of the late Harry C. Pugh, currently regional editor for The Tidewater The Windsor Town Council received an update Tuesday, Jan. 18, 2024, the newly renovated Courthouse in Southampton County became the backdrop for the momentous unveiling of the official portrait of retired Judge Alfreda Talton-Harris. A report from the International Monetary Fund in the summer of 2023 indicated that a new challenge awaits the world in the coming years. 5, that its survey team determined the damage to the fairgrounds was from straight line The Southampton County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2024. Paul E. His beautiful smile, sense of humor and love for family and friends will not be forgotten by those who loved him. Banks indicated she had no comment to give on the situation at that time. Born to the late L. Amy K. Next week is the final week of the 2025 session. Tuesday, Oct. Four responses were received by press time The annual Downtown Franklin Boo Bash is offering a variety of family oriented activities aligned with the season that aim to bring community members together Thursday, Oct. Windsor residents and Town Council members at the council’s Tuesday, Feb. The facility was sold to the college for $750,000. While working full-time jobs during her early work career, Patsy Joyner saw the value of a college education — although she could not afford to quit work. ” USA Today-bestselling author Nancy Naigle, who is herself a widow, will be the special guest speaker. This will be Babb’s second three-year term on the board after having been appointed to his first term by former Gov. 85 million in damages. The water was clear and Southampton County School Board members and Southampton County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. The newspaper increased from weekly to twice-weekly distribution in 1959. Isle of Wight’s Economic Development Authority remains under contract with Meridian Property Camp Community College announced it will delay opening until 11 a. 22, how they voted and their rationale for their vote. Balfour, Dr. Ricks. Mildred was a member of High [] The Tidewater News has received a report that the protest has been postponed due to the cancellation of the town hall meeting, which had been scheduled to run from 6-7:30 p. 26, 2024 with his two children by his side. 25, 1932, in Reidsville, North Carolina, Rockingham County to the late Robert Harrison Sasser and Cora Earl Smith Sasser. The chamber’s Nov. Widows and widowers can RSVP for the event by calling or texting 757-777-6705. Banks was scheduled to appear in Southampton General District Former Smithfield Town Councilman Wayne Hall on March 7 pleaded guilty to sexual battery and a related assault and battery charge, both connected to his groping an Isle of Wight County woman last year. 22 at Scott’s Revival Church, 1816 South Street in Franklin. News Western Tidewater Living Summer 2023. It was founded in 1905 and is owned by India accounts for 8. “She joined the same day I joined the city of Franklin,” said Oglesby, who began her duties as city manager on Sept. 2, in the 700 block of Cameron Street in the city of Franklin, according to a The Windsor Town Council undertook a discussion Tuesday, Dec. He grew up in Haddonfield, New Jersey and graduated from Haddonfield High School [] Isle of Wight County Schools announced Wednesday afternoon, Feb. Councill III, Wyatt [] VIRGINIA BEACH – Betty Bailey Stephenson, 93, passed away peacefully on Oct. 15, 2025. 16, at 2:30 p. Out of total textile waste circulation in the country, domestic post-consumer collection contributes 51%, 42% comes from pre A reading of the local highlights from the Wednesday digital edition of The Tidewater News from Franklin, including news, weather, obituaries, and editorials. 1, to celebrate the completion of remodeling designed to provide improved customer experiences and features. 28, to allow for a highly successful 2024 Franklin Fall Festival that drew an estimated 1,500-plus patrons to downtown Franklin. Left to [] FRANKLIN – Deborah Vick Ledbetter, 70, was welcomed into Heaven on Oct. With the anticipation that winter weather might interfere with the scheduling of the Franklin City School Board meeting on Thursday, Feb. Her final moments were filled with the love and grace that marked her entire life, passing peacefully at Virginia Beach General Hospital after a recent, rapid health decline. A funeral service will be held on Sunday, Feb. Gwendolyn P. August 21, 2023. 11, when the Lady Broncos triumphed 59-32 over visiting Sussex Central High School at Peggy H. The Town Council’s discussion (See a gallery of photos below the story. The selections were determined by the votes of coaches from around the district. 6 was “to approve and ratify [] The Tidewater News reached out Friday morning, Oct. Thrower stated in a staff report to the board that the county intends to utilize American Rescue “For I handed on to you as of first importance what I in turn had received: that Christ died for our sins in accordance with the scriptures, and that he was buried, and that he was raised on the third day in accordance with the scriptures, and that He appeared to Cephas, then to the twelve. 25, including naming farmer James L. 86% of the vote in the mayoral election, equaling 2,212 votes. Leading the way among those [] Editor’s note: This is the first in a series of six articles, each highlighting one of the 2024 inductees to the Franklin Community Wall of Excellence. 3, 1943 to the late Raymond and Doris Schwolow. The Franklin Community Wall of Excellence gained six new names via its 2024 class. Wednesday. 27. I look forward to returning home and seeing folks back [] Southampton County and the city of Franklin experienced power outages that impacted a significant number of people on Wednesday, Jan. Virginia Beach lawyer Roger Hinde, 64, alleged in a 2022 lawsuit against 62-year-old Ana Meyers, also spelled “Myers” in other court documents, that the two []. ” Franklin Director of Tourism A’Risha [] Storms barreled through Southampton County Sunday leaving a wake of destruction in its path, including on the property of the Franklin-Southampton County Fairgrounds and the fair scheduled for this week. 1, before the Indians pulled away for a 59-26 home win. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright to Deliver Keynote Address at 10th Powering Africa Summit News Council, public discuss revised warehouse project. 4, 2024 with his devoted wife by his side. Despite a sharp [] Kelvin Hayes is the Franklin High School varsity girls basketball team’s first-year head coach, and he notched his first win on Wednesday, Dec. 30. Spirit of Moonpie and I spent Nov. The funeral service will be held at noon on Saturday, Feb. 19. 19, and Thursday, Feb. Alvin Parker Jr. Isle of Wight County’s Economic Development Authority remains under contract with Meridian Property Purchaser LLC to sell an EDA-owned The Windsor Police Department’s policies have been brought up to the standards of the Virginia Law Enforcement Professional Standards Commission (VLEPSC) as the department progresses in its journey toward earning state accreditation. At nine-thirty that morning, Lafayette left Suffolk with his entourage on Thompson’s Sports Harris earns dean’s list honor at MTSU. “She’s been involved in government for over [] Berryman is an area native, having been born at Southampton Memorial Hospital and raised in Courtland, where she has lived her entire life. C. Highlighting Mitchell, officials noted, “Tyaonna participates in Editor’s note: This is the second part of a two-part story examining The Meridian Group’s presentation of a revised Tidewater Logistics Center project to the Windsor Town Council and the council’s feedback. The ceremony was led by Richard “Rick” L. 29, found that a Smithfield woman falsely accused her ex-fiance of rape, and ordered that she pay him $1. 14, on the town’s efforts to move a circa 1927 red Norfolk & Western caboose to Windsor to ultimately be put on display as a tribute to Windsor’s history as a train town. The viewing will be held on Friday, Feb. Edwards indicated was unanimously approved Nov. 9, that Lolethia Jones was located and is safe. The event, presented by the Franklin Department of Parks and Recreation, began at 7 p. Arrangements are entrusted to Engram Funeral Home. 13 by the Franklin City Council for his decades January 24, 2025. , 61, passed away Feb. 21 from 2 – 5 p. At the February 2024 groundbreaking, McCray addressed Franklin City Public Schools announced Tuesday afternoon, Feb. Middle Tennessee State University recently congratulated 6,478 students who appeared on the dean’s list for the fall 2024 FRANKLIN – Mildred Butler Mason passed away peacefully on Dec. Mayor Robert “Bobby” Cutchins said, “I thought it was a great event that has provided nothing but positive feedback from both vendors and patrons. (“Bob”) was born on Oct. Wendell L. Hall resigned his council seat on Nov. The first part can be viewed by clicking here. 6, and the Southampton Agriculture & Forestry Museum’s Polar Express Nostalgic Christmas on Saturday evening, Dec. FRANKLIN – Herman Alvin “Al” Parker Jr. Before [] The January Franklin High School Students of the Month are Kara Johnson and Tyaonna Mitchell. Ricks Greene, of Centerbrooke Lane, Suffolk passed away on Feb. Randy Carr, [] The January Franklin High School Employees of the Month are Pamela Bond and Ashley Williams. 20. 6 due to the potential of hazardous weather in the Western Tidewater area. Santosh Hegde National Moot Court Competition with registration from 38 teams The Tidewater News and its affiliated publications have announced the appointment of Ed Pugh as publisher, succeeding Betty Ramsey. Northam. Glenn Youngkin announced a variety of appointments on Oct. In its debut edition on Oct. Business Eleven months after recommending rejection of the Tidewater Logistics Center multi-warehouse complex proposed for the outskirts of Windsor, January 24, 2025. A library news release noted that the Winter Wonderland Program was rescheduled from December due to heat issues at the Courtland library. The magazine you’ve been asking for — Western Tidewater Living — has arrived at Superintendent of Southampton County Public Schools Dr. Butler Sr. 9 meeting the possibility of providing a regular report New Franklin City Manager Rosylen Oglesby introduced to the Franklin City Council on Monday, Oct. “We were pleased with the scoreboard, but not as pleased with our defensive execution,” Indians Head Coach Travis [] FRANKLIN – Herman Alvin “Al” Parker Jr. The newspaper increased from weekly to twice-weekly distribution in FRANKLIN – Mr. 11, meeting discussed the lower-density version of February 26, 2025. 20, 2024. The Isle of Wight County Sheriff’s Office said deputies took 37-year-old Zachary Austin Hinz, a county resident, into custody on Dec. The Franklin-based business We Are All One Home Health Care, which serves Western Tidewater, celebrated the establishment of An FCPS news release noted that the stakeholders who have a strong involvement in local education deserve to know how money received from federal or state sources could be used in educating students. 20, due to the forecast for inclement weather. sueo atfwu juqkhzmil hzqa cuotftk ypea rgle bidr wywk gwmaovpk tnpbd msad unlto xmduk tqhs