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Surry County supervisors voted 3-1 on Oct. 3 to overturn the Planning Commission’s determination that a proposed solar farm conflicts with the county’s comprehensive plan. Arlington-based AES Clean Energy, the parent company of Sycamore Cross Solar LLC, has proposed the 2,200-acre Sycamore Cross solar farm to span the Isle of Wight-Surry county line with roughly 125 acres located on Surry’s side. The commission, in a unanimous June 26 vote, foun…

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Surry supervisors overturn planners on Sycamore Cross solar farm

When Isle of Wight County supervisors budgeted $9.5 million for one-time school-related capital projects, it didn’t cover everything Isle of Wight County Schools had requested for the 2024-25 school year. IWCS Superintendent Theo Cramer is hoping to fund the remainder in 2025-26. He and his staff presented county supervisors and the School Board with a list of eight one-time expense priorities, at a combined cost of $3.5 million to $10.4 million…

More buses, garage and band room among IWCS 2025-26 budget requests

I miss a number of things about farm living in the 1950s, but none more so than listening to folks of that era talk. The dialect and dry humor of country folks was music to a country boy’s ears.  Here in the southeast corner of Virginia, we grew up using a unique blend of dialect and local country sayings, wit and wisdom. It was so much a part of life back then that much of it has lingered in my mind, and a bit of it on my tongue. Animals were q…

Column - Some country truisms never get old

Editor, The Smithfield Times: The Education Foundation for Isle of Wight County Schools is a nonprofit organization dedicated to raising funds, in the form of grants, for teachers and students in Isle of Wight County. This year, our aim is to raise $50,000 for our deserving teachers and their classrooms, and we are asking for the assistance of local businesses, organizations and individuals to help us make that goal a reality.   Our largest fund…

Letter - Sneaker Ball  for IW schools

Editor, The Smithfield Times: If you didn’t have a chance to attend or watch the livestream of the Smithfield Town Council Candidate Forum on Oct. 10, I encourage you to make a point to watch it (on the Town of Smithfield Facebook page).    One of the many things that stood out to me is the extraordinary contradiction in Raynard Gibbs’ responses to questions at the forum compared to Mr. Gibbs’ actual voting record while on the Planning Commissio…

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Letter - Gibbs full of contradictions

Isle of Wight Academy’s varsity football team won its Oct. 11 homecoming game versus Accomack County’s Nandua High School, with the Chargers defeating the Warriors 20-0. The win marked the Chargers’ second to date in the seven weeks since the fall 2024 season began, according to results on MaxPreps.com. During halftime, the private school announced Robin Whitley, who’s in her 49th year teaching kindergarten, as grand marshal of this year’s IWA h…

Isle of Wight Academy wins homecoming game 20-0

In today’s fast-paced world, a university degree alone might not be enough to guarantee a successful career. More and more employers are looking for candidates who not only have academic knowledge but also real-world skills that can make a difference in the workplace. So, how can students make the most of their university years to gain these valuable skills? Let’s explore the ways you can go beyond your degree to prepare for a future full of opp…

Beyond Degrees: How Students Can Build Real-World Skills During University

Nature therapy, sometimes referred to as ecotherapy or green therapy, is the use of outdoor activities and surroundings to advance mental and physical health. It’s not a novel idea; in fact, the search for consolation and tranquility in nature has decades of history. The fundamental idea behind nature therapy is that our relationship with the surroundings may be quite restorative.  Image source: pixabay The Affect of Academic Pressure on Mental …

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Tanner Hudson was a full participant in his most recent practice, and seems on track to play in the Cincinnati Bengals’ Week 5 matchup with the Baltimore Ravens (at 1:00 PM ET on Sunday). Seeking Hudson’s stats? Here’s everything you need to know. In the air last year, Hudson was targeted 50 times, with season stats of 352 yards on 39 receptions (9.0 per catch) and one TD. Don’t miss a touchdown this NFL season. Catch every score with NFL RedZon…

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Bookmakers expect the Cleveland Browns (1-5) to put up a fight in their attempt to stop their four-game losing streak, as they are just 5.5-point underdogs in a matchup with the Cincinnati Bengals (2-4) on Sunday, October 20, 2024 at Cleveland Browns Stadium. The over/under is set at 41.5 points for the game. The recent betting insights and trends for the Bengals can be seen in this article before you wager on their matchup against Browns. BetMG…

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If you have fluctuating sugar levels, you’ll understand how hard it is to get it under control. You may have tried diets, exercise, and prescription medications with disappointing results.  Now, you’re wondering what to do about your sugar level. This is where Plantsulin comes in. Plantsulin is a dietary supplement that offers a natural way to have healthy blood sugar levels.  Its plant-based formula helps your pancreas produce insulin, slows do…

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