Local guitarist still picking after playing for country legend in ‘80s

By Ashley McLeod, Staff WriterMay 8, 2013, 10:02 At the age of 9, Sid Hudson’s father introduced him to something that would mold the rest…

VSU leaders speak out against hazing as students remembered

By Ashley McLeod, Staff WriterApr 30, 2013, 17:08 Two Virginia State University students were remembered on Friday during a memorial service held in the Daniel…

Library starts lending e-books

By Ashley McLeod, Staff WriterApr 30, 2013, 16:39 COLONIAL HEIGHTS — Readers can now get instant access to a number of free e-books as part…

Surgery goes well for Otto

By Ashley McLeod, Staff WriterApr 18, 2013, 16:40 PRINCE GEORGE — A small puppy, now named Otto, was found on the side of the road,…

Swift Creek Mill Theatre renovation to make it more modern, accessible

By Ashley McLeod, Staff WriterApr 19, 2013, 14:01 CHESTERFIELD ­— A new two-story addition will shortly be added the historic building that houses the Swift…

Army Strong

By Ashley McLeod, Staff WriterApr 18, 2013, 17:28 A recent competition at Kandahar Airfield in Afghanistan named one Prince George native the 2013 Warrior of…

King of Elvis collectibles

By Ashley McLeod, Staff WriterApr 15, 2013, 13:44 The King has left the building. But for one Hopewell resident, his memory lives on, in many…

Martial arts classes kick off at new spot

By Ashley McLeod, Staff WriterApr 2, 2013, 12:59 A new martial arts facility has opened its doors in Hopewell despite still being under construction. Martial…

Police raid two shops

By Ashley McLeod, Staff WriterMar 28, 2013, 11:29 A new law changing the chemical definition of the illegal substance known as spice has prompted at…

Female version of ‘The Odd Couple’ at ARGS

By Ashley McLeod, Staff WriterMar 13, 2013, 13:43 The Appomattox Regional Governor’s School showcased their theatrical talents with their last showcase of the school year…