In April of 2021, members of the South Hill Volunteer Fire Department say they were presented with an analysis from Town Manager Kim Callis and Town Manager Missy York claiming that Department of Labor laws were being broken within the department.
The North View Baptist Church Family of South Hill celebrated the 109th Birthday of Mrs. Estelle Phillips Bell on January 29th at Pine View Assisted Living Facility where she resides. Mrs. Bell was surrounded and loved by her children, grandchildren, church family and many other family and friends.
The Town of South Hill and Midlothian Attorney Richard Hawkins have been battling back and forth for three years over records requested under the Freedom of Information Act in 2019.
After serving three years on the board of directors of the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA), John C. Lee Jr., president and CEO of Mecklenburg Electric Cooperative (MEC) in Chase City, will not seek re-election.
HALIFAX, Va. - The Southside Health District will conduct a public health exercise offering a free seasonal flu vaccine at a clinic Friday, February 3, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Mary Bethune Complex Gymnasium, 1030 Cowford Road. A limited supply of free influenza vaccine will be availabl…
Lovellah Ballesteros, BSN-RN, of South Hill, won the VCU Health Community Memorial Hospital November Team Member of the Month award for her STAR (Safety, Teamwork, Accountability and Relationships) service. Ballesteros, a clinical nurse who specializes in caring for patients with complex hea…
Rick Carroll, Treasurer of the South Hill Food Pantry, attended January’s regular Board meeting to report on the Pantry’s unprecedented performance this year due in part to the help of the Board of Supervisors.
The Board of Supervisors postponed the election of a new member to fill the vacant spot in Election District 2 after County Attorney Russell Slayton revealed that the elected member must reside in the newly drawn District 2 map approved by the Attorney General’s office in 2022. Slayton apolo…
A Mecklenburg County Grand Jury issued 14 indictments to individuals in January. An indictment is not a verdict of guilt but rather a formal accusation initiating a criminal case.
The Board of Directors of the Mecklenburg Scholarship Association is presently offering three scholarship opportunities for Mecklenburg County students for the 2023-2024 academic school year. Students are encouraged to apply for the specific scholarship that best fits their eligibility as on…
Together with First Citizens Bank, Southside Mortgage, and VCU Heath CMH, The South Hill Chamber of Commer would like to congratulate Mecklenburg County Middle School October Student of the Month Kevon White-Smith. Kevon's teachers describe him as a model student. He is always prepared and …
The South Hill Rotary Club recognized Randy Cash as Paul Harris Fellow +8 at the last meeting and presented him with his updated pin. The Paul Harris Fellow recognition acknowledges individuals who make a commitment to, or have a commitment made in their name to the Rotary Foundation. A Paul…
Most will remember Jamethro Rogers as a former Park View Dragons sports standout in Mecklenburg County but now, the former Juvenile Probation Officer and Qualified Mental Health Professional has traded his business suits for working boots. In recent years, Rogers has developed a passion for …
Miss Elizabeth Taylor had been named the Mecklenburg County Teacher of the Year. Miss Taylor is a “huge asset” to LaCrosse Elementary Family and to Mecklenburg County Public Schools.
The Virginia State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigation's (BCI) Appomattox Field Office continues to pursue the active investigation into the homicide of a 17-year-old Kenbridge, Virginia male. With permission from the family, state police is now legally able to identify the deceased juve…
A Mecklenburg County Grand Jury indicted 18 individuals in December. An indictment is not a verdict of guilt but rather a formal accusation initiating a criminal case.
Under Virginia law, the Board has 45 days from the time of Glanzy Spain’s passing to make an appointment to fill the unexpired term. According to County Attorney Russell Slayton, the two persons that submitted their letters of interest to fill Spain’s seat must reside in election district 2,…
A public hearing was held in regards to an appeal submitted by Antler’s Road Solar, LLC (RWE Renewable Americas, LLC) asking the Board to reconsider an application denial by the Planning Commission. The request is for a 90 MW solar facility to be placed in the west side of Antler’s Road (Rou…
A public hearing was held in regards to a request by AJP Group, LLC and Pomp Boys Enterprises, LLC to utilize 200 and 316 W. Danville Street, 208 S. Brunswick Avenue, and 207 S. Lunenburg Avenue for automobile assembling, painting, upholstering, repairing, rebuilding, body and fender work, t…
Christopher John Adamo to Larry M. Fauscette for lot 130-H River Ridge in the Lacrosse district for $16,500.
Matthew Connor Watson of South Hill completed the Southside Virginia Community College Power Line Worker Training Program on November 16, 2022. He is a graduate of Park View High School.
The Virginia State Police Sex Offender Investigative Unit is seeking the public's help with locating a convicted sex offender who was last registered as living in Lunenburg County. Cody Dallas Garcia, 19, is wanted on three counts of failing to re-register as a sex offender.Garcia was previo…
As a result of a law signed by former Governor Ralph Northam, the minimum wage amount in Virginia has increased from $11 per hour to $12 per hour.
Marc Manor was previously used as a residential facility for individuals with intellectual disability. It was closed in 2020 during the COVID pandemic due to staff shortages. The agency focused for some time, on re-staffing the facility, however fully staffing it became a barrier to reopenin…
After battling cancer, William “Billy” Gill, 71, of LaCrosse passed away on December 31, 2022. Billy was a valued member of the LaCrosse community, a life member of the Southside Rescue Squad, and a “great man”.
Matthew Connor Watson of South Hill completed the Southside Virginia Community College Power Line Worker Training Program on November 16, 2022. He is a graduate of Park View High School.
Southside Virginia Community College recently hosted a Nurse Aide Pinning Ceremony for its graduates that attended classes at the Lake Country Advanced Knowledge Center in South Hill. The graduates and staff were: Kathy Slaughter (Instructor), Ashley Pulliam, Shoqunia Clark, Nicole Vanty, Ka…
Virginia State Police Trooper M. Wilkinson is investigating a single-vehicle fatal crash in Mecklenburg County. The crash occurred December 22 at 8:39 p.m. on Interstate 85 at the 9-mile marker.
Virginia State Police is investigating a fatal crash in Dinwiddie County. The crash occurred December 24, 2022 at 3:35 p.m. on Route 1, less than a mile south of Route 650/Hamilton Arms Rd.
Trevor Baird is the son of Miki Baird. Trevor is currently a member of the HOSA club and in the MCHS Band. He is in the low brass section of the band and has played the tuba for two years and currently plays the trombone. Trevor has a love for music and enjoys playing bass and acoustic guita…
The meeting opened with Chairman Gavin Honeycutt asking his fellow board members, staff, and guests to remember keep the families and friends of School Board member Brent Richey and Board of Supervisors Vice Chairman Glanzy Spain. Both passed after short battles with illnesses.
“Wishing you and your family a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays. Blessings to all as we look forward to a prosperous and joyous new year.”- South Hill Mayor Dean Marion.
On Tuesday morning, Dec. 13, 253 members of The Lake Gaston Ladies Club joined together in the sanctuary of Pleasant Hill Christian Church for a very entertaining program of Christmas carols, Christmas Around the World, performed by the LGLC Gastonettes directed by Janice Thompson. In addit…
The annual celebration of African American culture, Kwanzaa, is right around the corner. One VCU Health Community Memorial Hospital team member has a special connection to the holiday.
The South Hill Enterprise hosted a “Funny Santa Photos” contest where photos were submitted and posted to our Facebook page. The photo with the most likes at the end of the day on Monday, December 19, was declared the winner. The photo above was submitted by Raven Chumney and received over 2…
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Friday evening on December 16, Brodnax Police Chief Joe Carey, 66, was fatally injured when struck by a truck in the 200 block of Piney Pond Road (US 58) in Brodnax.
Updated with a statement Mayor Don Dugger of Brodnax.
Monday’s regular Board of Supervisors meeting began sullenly as the board recognized Mr. Glanzy Spain’s 20+ year commitment to Mecklenburg County following his passing a week prior. Board Member Jim Jennings who presided over the meeting in Chairman Glenn Barbour’s stead praised Spain: “[He …
As we enter the holiday season, the members of the Lawrenceville Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, continue to stay committed to their mission. By giving back to their communities, the chapter was honored to donate over $1,700 worth of Wal-Mart and Food Lion gift…
The South Hill Rotary Club was recently awarded a TURN OUT COAT GRANT PROJECT for 2022 and they made the presentation of 10 jackets from The Lakeland Wildland Coats at a special meeting with the Southside Rescue Squad this week. The coats are personal protective gear used for motor vehicle a…
Local Law Enforcement Officers from Mecklenburg, Lunenburg, and Brunswick County participated in the annual Cops and Kids Christmas program. Every year the local chapter of the Federal Order of Police hosts the event with the help of donations and sponsorships.
Board of Supervisors Vice Chairman and longtime community servant Glanzy Spain, Jr. passed at his residence in Chase City on Monday, December 5 at the age of 78.
Miguel Vega-Gilormini, M.D., of Chester, was hired as VCU Health Community Memorial Hospital’s new obstetrician and gynecologist. With 30 years of experience in the field, including in rural hospitals, he understands the unique challenges we face and is looking forward to getting to know the…
With the score tied at 45 going to the final quarter, the Mecklenburg County High School varsity girls’ basketball team turned up the heat, opening the fourth quarter on a 15-0 run to take a 60-45 lead at the 4:03 mark. The contest was not over however as Gretna responded with a 19-0 run to …
The winners of the South Hill Chamber of Commerce lamppost decorating contest include: 1st place Zacklees, 2nd place Concord Baptist Association, 3rd place Southside Planning Commission. (L. Clary photo)
Alumni and associates from the four historically black high schools in Mecklenburg County have been meeting monthly to plan, strategize, and to accomplish their mission to secure land in a suitable location to construct a building meant to not only serve as a display of artifacts and accumul…
After a short battle with cancer, Brent Richey passed away in his home on Tuesday, November 29. Brent was an Associate Professor in Mathematics at Southside Virginia Community College, where he previously served as the Director of Financial Aid and Dean of Enrollment.
The 2022 Farm Service Agency County Committee Elections began on Nov. 7, when ballots were mailed to eligible voters in LAA 1, which is located in the South Hill, Bracey, La Crosse, and eastern part of Boydton districts. Remember to return your ballot to the Mecklenburg FSA office by Dec. 5…
On November 17, First Christian School in South Hill hosted a Shoebox Chapel for their program, Operation Christmas Child. This year there were over 108 shoeboxes created for those in need.
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