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Halifax Restaurant Week

It was the famed English writer Virginia Woolf who said it best, “One cannot think well, love well, sleep well if one has not dined well.” We couldn’t agree more, Ms. Woolf. If you are looking to dine well, make a reservation during Halifax County’s annual Restaurant Week, and we assure you that everything else... Read More

Local, People

August 6, 2019

Local Socials

How social media is making dreams come true Social media began its reign in the late 1990s and continues to grow in popularity almost 20 years later. It is said that on average people spend around 2 hours in one day on various social media channels, which roughly translates to 30 days in a year.... Read More

Local, People, Young Professionals

July 30, 2019

What is energetic anatomy and how does it affect your wellbeing?

How many times have you said or heard the phrase, “I just don’t have the energy today”? I’m pretty sure we’ve all been there. For the most part, we have a general understanding of what it feels like to be energized or to be drained. Unfortunately, because we all live busy lives a lot of... Read More

A Better You, Health, Local, Mental Health

July 24, 2019

Bold strategies yielding big results for Danville

Take a drive into the heart of Danville and you will come to the point where two historic districts — downtown and the Tobacco Warehouse District — are tied together by the Dan River. Nine years ago, city leaders bet they could better develop the two areas if they were marketed as one. With this... Read More

Local

July 10, 2019

Spend summer on the Smith River

There’s no better way to beat the heat than getting in the water, and the crisp, cool 45-degree waters of the Smith River will cool you down. Along the Smith River Trail System, eleven public canoe ramps are available for use by paddlers and fishermen. If you enjoy whitewater, canoe or kayak the river during... Read More

Local

June 18, 2019

What will you discover?

Halifax County and South Boston, Virginia lie just north of the Carolina border where stunning scenic byways and classic country roads will lead you through beautiful countryside and into quaint downtowns and various attractions, including vineyards, historical landmarks, two state parks, a world-class equestrian ranch, and a craft distillery. Come, venture our way for a... Read More

Local

June 6, 2019

Trolling pirates that plunder

What not to post on facebook while on vacation We all love sharing those photos of us enjoying our vacations, making all those still sitting at their desk jealous of our current adventures. Yet, there is a right way and a wrong way to do it, and if you are not careful, you could come... Read More

Local

May 10, 2019

The Rewards of Hard Work

Grace Holland, being the fourth Wahoo in her family and George Washington High School’s 2019 Valedictorian, is a success to her family and to the city of Danville. An immensely self-motivated citizen in the community and a model student when held to any standard, Holland serves as a testament for hard-work and respecting the value... Read More

Education, Local, People

May 7, 2019

If a task is begun, never leave it till’ it is done

Determination has led Elizabeth Durham to be the dedicated student, dancer, violinist, and philanthropist she is today. “Once I start something, I am committed. This is the way that my mother has raised me,” states Durham. Durham will graduate from Chatham High School this May having been a member of the Beta Club, the Fellowship... Read More

Education, Local

April 18, 2019

A Brew Lover’s Utopia

Brew lovers rejoice! More than 60 craft beers will be on tap for the second annual SoBo Brew Fest, happening at 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 11 at Constitution Square, located at 432 Main Street in South Boston. This year’s festival will provide a fun day of sampling expertly chosen craft beers, live music, food... Read More

Food + Drink, Local