Tidewater, VA

Claude Murphy of Cobb Street, Franklin, Virginia passed away Aug. 31, 2026.

Virginia hairdressers and barbershops have several scheduling platforms to choose from in 2026, each with different pricing, commission structures, and features.

FCPS’ 2025-26 SOL pass rates declined in every subject except math, while FHS declined across all tested subjects. However, FCPS does report significant gains with the senior cohort, specific grades and subjects.

An email proposing FCPS Superintendent Carlton Carter’s August 2026 resignation with pay/benefits prompted questions and disputes at Franklin City Council and School Board meetings.

Capron nonprofit Family 4 Eternity reached one million meals served during a regional apple distribution across three states.

Robert “Bob” Marvis Felts Jr., age 79, of Ivor, Virginia, was called home to Heaven on Monday, Aug. 31, 2026.

Doris Jane Holland Gillis, 90, passed away Sept. 1, 2026 in Fairview Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center.

Key elements came together to form an ideal finale for the Summer Reading Program at the Courtland branch of the Blackwater Regional Library.

The Community Cruise-In has found a new home at the Franklin-Southampton County Fairgrounds after relocating from downtown Franklin and the old theater site.

From ancient idols to modern pursuits such as money, independence and achievement, the things people worship may have changed less than they think.