County and Town

BREAKING: Cyber Incident Closes Appomattox County Public Schools

BREAKING: Cyber Incident Closes Appomattox County Public Schools

Appomattox County Public Schools will be closed Tuesday, February 18, following a cybersecurity incident that disrupted some network systems over the weekend. In a statement […]

When Leadership Meant Wearing Many Hats: Alfred Rice Harwood and the Foundations of Modern Appomattox

When Leadership Meant Wearing Many Hats: Alfred Rice Harwood and the Foundations of Modern Appomattox

A Legacy of Building, Service, and Community Trust When we consider the life and contributions of Alfred Rice Harwood (1880–1951), we see far more than […]

Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) – Appomattox, VA

Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) – Appomattox, VA

Mr. President, And Directors Musk and Ramaswamy: I write to you today on behalf of the citizens of Appomattox, Virginia, with a proposal that aligns […]

Following June Filing Deadline, Appomattox Candidates Set for November Election 

2024 will mark the first-time towns and cities in Virginia hold their elections on the general election date in November, rather than in May. This […]

Appomattox Town Council Candidate Interview: Stephanie Pawelczyk

Appomattox Town Council Candidate Interview: Stephanie Pawelczyk

Based on a response received from Appomattox General Registrar Patricia Morton, Stephanie Pawelczyk is a confirmed candidate for the Appomattox Town Council. The election will […]

Appomattox Town Council Candidate Interview: Jane Allen

Appomattox Town Council Candidate Interview: Jane Allen

Based on a response received from Appomattox General Registrar Patricia Morton, Jane Allen is a confirmed candidate for the Appomattox Town Council. The election will […]

Appomattox County Board of Supervisors Budget Talks Focus on Education and Community Support

Appomattox County Board of Supervisors Budget Talks Focus on Education and Community Support

Appomattox, VA – The Appomattox County Board of Supervisors met with the School Board on March 5, 2024, at the Appomattox Community Center. The meeting […]

Appomattox County Board of Supervisors Discuss Procedure, Face Spirited Public Comment

Appomattox County Board of Supervisors Discuss Procedure, Face Spirited Public Comment

Passionate residents filled the meeting room for the February 20 Board of Supervisors Meeting. The Board faced tough procedural questions and extensive citizen comment regarding […]

Appomattox County Board of Supervisors Hears Budget Requests, Sheriff Seeks Funding for New Positions

Appomattox County Board of Supervisors Hears Budget Requests, Sheriff Seeks Funding for New Positions

At its February 13 budget work session, the Appomattox County Board of Supervisors considered funding requests from constitutional officers, internal departments, and local community organizations. […]

Appomattox Town Council Contemplates $2.3 Million Town Hall Renovation Amid Sidewalk Concerns

Appomattox Town Council Contemplates $2.3 Million Town Hall Renovation Amid Sidewalk Concerns

Appomattox, VA – In a move that sparked a mix of excitement and concern among members, the Appomattox Town Council discussed a significant $2.3 million […]