Local firefighters take part in “live burn” training exercise in Blackstone.
The Powhatan Indians are states-bound once more.
A local family remains in mourning this week after a former Powhatan resident was killed in a hit-and-run incident in Richmond on May 10.
The Powhatan Village Market went to the dogs on May 18, welcoming all marketgoers to bring their furry friends along as they enjoyed the market. Powhatan Animal Control was in attendance with a number of adoptable dogs, and Powhatan commonwealth’s attorney Rob Cerullo brought therapy dog Oli…
Dogs, particularly puppies, can be full of boundless energy. Channeling that energy into exercise with long walks or play sessions can help stem dogs’ propensity to get into trouble around the house as they burn off extra adrenaline. Pets who don’t have an energy outlet may chew off-limits o…
Early morning is a great time to observe many of the wonders of nature. Recently, one such wonder, a colorful slime mold, was observed in the mulch of an ornamental bed at a local business. Spring mulch applications and rain showers are the perfect recipe for slime molds. If you have ever wa…
To reduce the risk of roadway incidents, hay farmer Robert Janney sometimes chooses odd hours to move heavy equipment on rural roads, like an early Sunday morning.
The Powhatan Indians are states-bound once more.
Riding into the postseason hot with the luxury of a home crowd on its side, the Powhatan Indians entered the 4B regional tournament as a favorite to earn a state tournament qualification.
Blessed Sacrament Huguenot has always had a strong sports community following the many Knights programs that have experienced success as high as a state championship like their 2021-22 football team or as recent as this year’s conference champion golf team.
A local family remains in mourning this week after a former Powhatan resident was killed in a hit-and-run incident in Richmond on May 10.
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There are few things in life more relaxing than a late July day lounging on a Nags Head Beach, and that’s where I found myself in July, 1981. Like many other local families, we chose a week at the beach as our summer vacation, and the Outer Banks was still uncrowded and offered a certain all…
A note to our readers: In years past, Powhatan Today has timed our annual tribute to veterans—in which we publish the hundreds of local veterans’ photos that have been submitted to us over the years—to coincide with our nation’s Memorial Day observance. This year, however, we are making a ch…
The Powhatan Village Market went to the dogs on May 18, welcoming all marketgoers to bring their furry friends along as they enjoyed the market. Powhatan Animal Control was in attendance with a number of adoptable dogs, and Powhatan commonwealth’s attorney Rob Cerullo brought therapy dog Oli…
Dogs, particularly puppies, can be full of boundless energy. Channeling that energy into exercise with long walks or play sessions can help stem dogs’ propensity to get into trouble around the house as they burn off extra adrenaline. Pets who don’t have an energy outlet may chew off-limits o…
Early morning is a great time to observe many of the wonders of nature. Recently, one such wonder, a colorful slime mold, was observed in the mulch of an ornamental bed at a local business. Spring mulch applications and rain showers are the perfect recipe for slime molds. If you have ever wa…
Powhatan’s Ride Assist Services is a volunteer transportation program for individuals 60 and above in Powhatan County who are unable to drive. Requests for rides are coordinated through the program coordinator and vetted volunteer drivers fulfill those requests as their schedule allows. This…
The arrival of Memorial Day means it’s summer cookout season, and consumers should keep important safety procedures in mind before firing up their grills.
To reduce the risk of roadway incidents, hay farmer Robert Janney sometimes chooses odd hours to move heavy equipment on rural roads, like an early Sunday morning.
It’s been a year of growth for both the Powhatan boys and girls tennis teams, who both have rosters featuring generally young, but talented players still competing against a competitive and experienced district of opponents.
The script couldn’t have been more dramatic for Powhatan baseball’s senior night contest against the Cosby Titans, a team that has been a thorn in the side of the Indians for years and as recently as a 11-1 defeat on April 17.
The bleachers in Blessed Sacrament Huguenot’s gym were packed with students, fans, teammates and coaches on May 16 with all eyes on student-athlete David Mann, who made his college decision official to join the Shenandoah Hornets football and golf teams.
After a little more than 14 months of somewhat restless retirement, renowned local basketball coach Larry Starr is returning to the sidelines as the girls coach at Blessed Sacrament Huguenot.
Wednesday, May 24