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“Star of Bethlehem”

 Jupiter and Saturn’s orbits are in near alignment from as seen from Earth, and on December 21, 2020—the date of the December solstice—they’re going to almost appear…

They Were Only Men

By Patrick James Smith © 2018 The Southside Messenger The nations have heard…and thy cry hath filled the land: for the mighty man hath stumbled against the…

A Whole Lotta Bull: Locals ‘Cowboy Up’ in Chase City Buck’Em Series

A Whole Lotta Bull: Locals ‘Cowboy Up’ in Chase City Buck’Em Series

There was more than just a little bull at the South Central Fairgrounds in Chase City this past Saturday night. In fact there were a dozen or…

Bad Weather Not a Problem for Dedicated Fans

Bad Weather Not a Problem for Dedicated Fans

Story & Photos by April Hall, Staff Writer Red Hill, Patrick Henry’s last home and burial place, was host to the Fifth Annual Bluegrass, Barbecue & Brew…

Past, Present and Future Crewe Gives Back to Its Military That Served

Past, Present and Future Crewe Gives Back to Its Military That Served

  After more than a year’s work, the Town of Crewe VFW Post 50 and the local VFW Posts 7819 and 5313 have finally achieved their goal.…

Centra Grand Opening Marks a  New Age of Health Care in Farmville

Centra Grand Opening Marks a  New Age of Health Care in Farmville

It was with great pomp and circumstance that the much anticipated new Centra primary care facility officially opened its doors to the public on Sunday afternoon. A…

Bluegrass & Blues

Bluegrass & Blues

On Green Grass with No Shoes How Much Better Could It Be? The Downtown Stage has hosted many events over the years. Better known as Crute Stage…

Block Party Palooza!

Block Party Palooza!

Residents, visitors and community members were able to enjoy a fun-filled day of excitement at Wayland Nursing and Rehabilitation Center on Saturday, August 22 from 10 a.m.…

God is Fun!

God is Fun!

On Saturday, August 22, Grace Community Church hosted an open house celebration from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. Citizens in the community, as well as anyone interested…

National Night Out in Crewe Defines the Meaning of “Community”

National Night Out in Crewe Defines the Meaning of “Community”

Crewe, Virginia held its official celebration of National Night Out on Saturday, August 8. The town officials decided to move the date to the weekend “…because it was easier…

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