The Commonwealth Chorale will celebrate the Christmas season with two performances of “In Sweet Joy!” featuring seasonal favorites including Handel’s “Messiah” and a premiere performance of “Carols for Christmas,” the work of Farmville composer Dr. Gordon Ring. Concerts will be held this coming Saturday, December 13th at Crenshaw United Methodist Church, Blackstone; and Sunday, December 14th at Farmville United Methodist […]
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SUPPORT FOR CAREGIVERS
Alzheimers group to meet in CreweThis area’s Alzheimer’s and Dementia Caregiver Support Group is scheduled to meet on the third Thursday of each month (Dec. 18th) in Crewe — from 7-8 p.m. at Christ Community Church, located at 1012 W. Carolina Ave. Call Lynn Sadler at 804-894-3270. If you or someone you know is looking for information on Alzheimer’s or other dementias — or needs […]
It’s Official
Blackstone newest retail business — New 2 You Consigment Boutique — held its Grand Opening this past Saturday at its new location at 1527 South Main Street in the Food Lion shopping center, just a few doors to the right of the grocery store. Owned and operated by Mary Edmonds, the store is open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday […]
MIDDLE SCHOOL GIRLS 1-0
Kenston Forest’s middle school girls’ basketball team enjoyed a strong start to its 2025-26 season with a 23-14 home victory over Isle of Wight Academy last Tuesday, Dec. 2nd. Laynee Edmonds scored a career-high 10 points for the young Lady Kavs, and Leighton Taylor poured-in a personal best 6 points. Other KFS scoring: Courtney Astle 3, Callie Mize 2, and […]
STAR OF BETHLEHEM
Holiday program at Sailor’s CreekSailor’s Creek Battlefield State Park, located at 6541 Saylers Creek Road, Rice (Amelia County), invites the public to join Kim Kenny of the Crewe Observatory on Saturday evening, Dec. 20th, from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m., for an indoor program as he takes you back in time to Bethlehem to see how the night sky appeared during Jesus’ lifetime. Using the […]
Blackstone shows its LOVE for USA
New $9,700 sign in Town SquareBlackstone’s efforts to brand itself as the “most patriotic small town in America” got a boost last week with the arrival of red, white, and blue letters for the Town Square LOVE sign. The new sign replaces a wooden version made, donated, and installed about seven years ago by Tom Wilkinson and Doc McGhee. According to Sallie Glenn, Executive Director […]
Ready And Waiting
These photos were taken Saturday evening, Nov. 29th, shortly after 5:15 p.m., of the “new and improved” Harris Memorial Armory on North High Street in Blackstone. After $5.9 million worth of renovations, future use of the building remains unclear. After hosting the September 2025 Arts & Crafts Festival, the 1937 landmark has sat idle. There is, however, one big upcoming […]
LARGE CROWDS AT CREWE PARADE
Bill Wilkerson, Sr. is Grand Marshal; Supervisor Roark is Parade MarshalA well-known Nottoway County businessman, who bleeds “red, white, and Crewe,” led the Town’s Christmas Parade last Thursday night, Dec. 4th. Grand Marshal Bill Wilkerson, Sr. and wife Ellen were chauffeured by their son, Bill, Jr., in a 1934 Packard Super Eight. Also riding was Bill, Jr.’s wife, Tonya. Crewe Mayor Brenda Payne introduced Mr. Wilkerson, saying he loves Crewe […]
CREWE PD BUSY IN NOV.
Officers ticket half of those stoppedDrivers pulled by police in the Town of Crewe have a greater chance of being ticketed than those stopped in Blackstone. Crewe Police Department’s monthly report shows that officers made a total of 52 traffic stops and ticketed 25, or 48% of those pulled. By comparison, Blackstone Police in October made 193 traffic stops and ticketed six for speeding. Blackstone […]
Kavalier Salute
Kenston Forest students on Nov. 12th served free lunches to area veterans in appreciation for their service. UPPER LEFT: 1st graders Noah and Jonah Poole, sons of Bob & Jennifer Poole of Crewe, with their father. UPPER RIGHT: 4th grader Toby Morrison, son of Garrett & Kim Morrison of Bracey, with Ted Greenly. LOWER LEFT: 3rd grader Caroline Yancey, daughter […]
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