Inside SVHEC

SVHEC, HEC, the College… people refer to the Southern Virginia Higher Education Center by a number of names. For many though, it’s the “best kept secret in Halifax County.” “Although we’ve been in operation since 1986, I still come across people who haven’t heard of us, or who aren’t aware of the services we provide,”... Read More

Education, Local

September 18, 2018

Fall at the Smith River Sports Complex

The Smith River Sports Complex in Axton, VA, is a 90-acre multi-use sports facility that has drawn athletes and families from all over the country to Henry County, VA. The Complex hosts youth matches, high school and college tournaments, sports camps, recreation leagues, festivals, and a variety of other events to continue to fulfill its... Read More

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September 14, 2018

Finding Zachary : A story of hope and triumph over the obstacles of autism

According to estimates from CDC’s Autism and Developmental Disabilities Monitoring (ADDM) Network, about 1 in 59 children has been identified with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). ASD is reported to occur in all racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic groups and is four times more likely to occur in boys than in girls. As a parent of a... Read More

Autism Awareness, Health, Promoted Content

September 12, 2018

South Boston: On the Grow

Expansion and growth in downtown South Boston are stronger than ever. A combination of public and private investment—not any single person, business or project—has spurred a renaissance in downtown South Boston. The Town is showing signs of renewed vitality and has recently seen interest in new restaurants, specialty shops, and entertainment businesses. In 2017, the... Read More

Community Strong, Local

September 8, 2018

Rose Here or Chose Here: Halifax’s Charm

The town of Halifax is on the cusp of something big. With revitalization firmly on its mind, Halifax has a clear vision for the future of its downtown. Plans are in motion for design and improvements to both the public infrastructure and the facades, parking and pedestrian access for businesses in the downtown area. Town... Read More

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August 16, 2018

Celebrate Craft Beer Month at Mountain Valley Brewing

Celebrate Virginia Craft Beer Month with a visit to Mountain Valley Brewing (MVB) in Axton, VA. MVB, which opened in May 2017, is Martinsville-Henry County’s first and only craft brewery. According to the Virginia Tourism Corporation, “Virginia is truly for craft beer lovers, travelers and craft breweries nationwide are taking notice. In the last decade,... Read More

Food + Drink, Local

August 2, 2018

The Journey Along Smith River

Gathering volume below Bassett, the Smith River meanders through Henry County, channeled by historic structures such as a Native American fish weir, rocky navigation sluices and diversions for water intakes along the industrial corridor. At times of normal water flows, this section is rated as suitable for novices and low to intermediate paddlers. Mid-way down... Read More

Arts + Music, Local

August 2, 2018

A Most Excellent River

There is a secret treasure hidden on the slopes of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Southern Virginia, and it is less than a day’s drive from five major cities in Virginia and North Carolina. The beautiful Smith River has it all: paddling, fishing, hiking, and more. Come for the relaxation and adventures of the river... Read More

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