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Human remains found on Route 460 identified as Gary Parsons, Appomattox man missing since 2022
Read full article: Human remains found on Route 460 identified as Gary Parsons, Appomattox man missing since 2022The Appomattox County Sheriffโs Office confirmed Tuesday that human remains that were located on March 19 on Richmond Highway have been positively identified as missing person Gary Joseph Parsons.
11 arrested in Appomattox County drug sting
Read full article: 11 arrested in Appomattox County drug stingThe Appomattox County Sheriffโs Office has arrested 11 individuals in connection with โOperation Spring Cleaning,โ a year-long investigation into the distribution of illegal narcotics in the county, according the office.
Appomattox Court House National Historical Park celebrates 160th anniversary with new trails and programs
Read full article: Appomattox Court House National Historical Park celebrates 160th anniversary with new trails and programsAppomattox Court House National Historical Park is commemorating the 160th anniversary of the victory of Lt. Gen. Ulysses S. Grant, which forced the surrender of Gen. Robert E. Leeโs Army of Northern Virginia.
Human remains discovered during cold case investigation, according to Appomattox County Sheriffโs Office
Read full article: Human remains discovered during cold case investigation, according to Appomattox County Sheriffโs OfficeThe Appomattox County Sheriffโs Office was conducting an investigation into a missing persons cold case Wednesday and found human remains during the investigation, according to ACSO.
16-year-old arrested for making school threats on social media in Appomattox County
Read full article: 16-year-old arrested for making school threats on social media in Appomattox CountyA 16-year-old has been arrested after they allegedly made threats on the social media app TikTok, according to the Appomattox County Sheriffโs Office.
John McGuire III projected to win the U.S. House 5th district seat, defeating Gloria Witt
Read full article: John McGuire III projected to win the U.S. House 5th district seat, defeating Gloria WittJohn McGuire III is projected to win the U.S. House of Representatives seat for the 5th district, defeating Gloria Witt.
Appomattox County Sheriff charges Lynchburg man and teen with string of vehicle break-ins
Read full article: Appomattox County Sheriff charges Lynchburg man and teen with string of vehicle break-insKeith Sparrow and a 14-year-old from Lynchburg have been charged in connection with vehicle break-ins in Appomattox County.
Minor injuries reported, driver charged after Appomattox County crash involving a school bus
Read full article: Minor injuries reported, driver charged after Appomattox County crash involving a school busSeveral students and a driver were hospitalized after a two-vehicle crash involving a school bus in Appomattox County Friday morning, according to Virginia State Police.
Woman sentenced for attempted murder in 2022 Appomattox Co. school incident
Read full article: Woman sentenced for attempted murder in 2022 Appomattox Co. school incidentA woman who pleaded guilty to attempted murder in connection with a 2022 incident at Appomattox County High School has learned her fate.
Juvenile charged with killing horses in Appomattox County previously killed dog, authorities say
Read full article: Juvenile charged with killing horses in Appomattox County previously killed dog, authorities sayThe Appomattox County Sheriffโs Office is providing more details after a juvenile was arrested and charged in connection with the death of several horses earlier this month.
Appomattox County community collects donations for horses injured, killed in shooting
Read full article: Appomattox County community collects donations for horses injured, killed in shootingThe Appomattox County community is coming together in support of the horses that were injured after a juvenile shot them and killed five others on Tuesday.
Juvenile charged after five horses killed, at least three others injured in Appomattox County
Read full article: Juvenile charged after five horses killed, at least three others injured in Appomattox CountyA juvenile was arrested and charged after killing five horses, and injuring three others, according to the Appomattox County Sheriffโs Office.
Virginia secures more than $12 million in grants to combat homelessness across the state
Read full article: Virginia secures more than $12 million in grants to combat homelessness across the stateMore than $12 million in Virginia Housing Trust Fund Homeless Reduction Grants is headed to the Commonwealth to help mitigate homelessness, Gov. Youngkin announced.
Lynchburg woman pleads guilty in connection with 2020 Appomattox County murder
Read full article: Lynchburg woman pleads guilty in connection with 2020 Appomattox County murderA Lynchburg woman has pleaded guilty to all charges against her in relation to the death of a man whose remains were found inside a burned-out vehicle in Appomattox County in Oct. of 2020.
19-year-old pleads guilty to attempted murder in Appomattox Co. school incident
Read full article: 19-year-old pleads guilty to attempted murder in Appomattox Co. school incidentA 19-year-old woman has pleaded guilty to the attempted murder of an Appomattox County high school student, according to court records.
Glenvar to face Appomattox County in Region 2C final for second year in a row
Read full article: Glenvar to face Appomattox County in Region 2C final for second year in a rowFor the last five years in a row, Glenvar and Appomattox County have met at some point in the Region 2C playoffs. On Friday, the two will meet in the Region Championship.
Donations needed for Appomattox family whose home was severely damaged in fire
Read full article: Donations needed for Appomattox family whose home was severely damaged in fireThe Appomattox Community and Disaster Relief organization is collecting donations to help a family get back on their feet after their home was severely damaged in a fire.
U.S. House of Representatives District 5 general election results on Nov. 8, 2022
Read full article: U.S. House of Representatives District 5 general election results on Nov. 8, 2022Incumbent Bob Good (R) and Josh Throneburg (D) are vying for Virginia's 5th congressional district the U.S. House of Representatives.
12-year-old girl saves family from fire, honored by Appomattox County authorities
Read full article: 12-year-old girl saves family from fire, honored by Appomattox County authoritiesThe family was inside the home at the time of the fire, but Appomattox Volunteer Fire Department said Aalaysia, a middle school student, woke up to the fire and took action.
Family displaced after home destroyed by fire in Appomattox County
Read full article: Family displaced after home destroyed by fire in Appomattox CountyA family will now need a new place to live after a fire destroyed their home in Appomattox County, according to the Appomattox Volunteer Fire Department.
Man arrested in connection with Campbell County homicide after police chase
Read full article: Man arrested in connection with Campbell County homicide after police chaseAfter an extensive investigation, the Sheriffโs Office said they obtained charges on 23-year-old Dashawn Hamlett of Campbell County, who they say is responsible.
Five people charged in connection with 2020 murder appear in Appomattox court
Read full article: Five people charged in connection with 2020 murder appear in Appomattox courtThe group was arrested after human remains belonging to 45-year-old Carlos Rose were discovered inside a burned-out SUV near the intersection of Forbes Road and State Park Road, which is in the Appomattox-Buckingham State Forest.
Pair faces felony charges for attempted murder, possession of stolen gun on school property in Appomattox County
Read full article: Pair faces felony charges for attempted murder, possession of stolen gun on school property in Appomattox CountyThe pair charged for bringing a stolen gun on Appomattox County High School property has also been charged with attempted murder.
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Teachers from Roanoke, Bedford County and Appomattox County in running for Virginia Teacher of the Year
Read full article: Teachers from Roanoke, Bedford County and Appomattox County in running for Virginia Teacher of the YearWhen the 2021 Virginia Teacher of the Year is announced, it could be a familiar name for some.
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Appomattox County Board of Supervisors candidate, wife indicted on felony charges
Read full article: Appomattox County Board of Supervisors candidate, wife indicted on felony chargesA candidate for the Appomattox County Board of Supervisors and his wife have been indicted, according to Virginia State Police.
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U.S. Census data shows rural decline, urban growth and greater diversity in Central and Southwest Virginia
Read full article: U.S. Census data shows rural decline, urban growth and greater diversity in Central and Southwest VirginiaThe 2020 U.S. Census gives new insights into how the country is changing.
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National Night Out helps build relationship between police and local communities
Read full article: National Night Out helps build relationship between police and local communitiesGet to know the police officers or sheriff deputies patrolling your neighborhood Tuesday August 3, during National Night Out.
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Concerts, festivals and yoga, Appomattoxโs Courtland Festival Park has it all
Read full article: Concerts, festivals and yoga, Appomattoxโs Courtland Festival Park has it allOne thing Appomattox town leaders are doing to draw in tourists and enhance the Appomattox experience is hosting events at Courtland Festival Park.
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Appomattox County Memorial Day ceremony remembers fallen heroes
Read full article: Appomattox County Memorial Day ceremony remembers fallen heroesFrom patriotic music and flags, to the reading names of those who died in combat; American Legion Post 104 in Appomattox honored those who made the supreme sacrifice.
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Suspect charged in murder of man found inside burned-out SUV in Appomattox County arrested in Florida
Read full article: Suspect charged in murder of man found inside burned-out SUV in Appomattox County arrested in FloridaKeyanta Robinson has been charged with first-degree murder of a man found in a burned SUV. One of the four people charged with murdering a man found in a burned-out SUV in Appomattox County was arrested in Florida and has been extradited back to Virginia, according to the Appomattox County Sheriffโs Office. Keyanta Robinson, 20, of Madison Heights has been charged with the first-degree murder of Carlos Rose, according to the Appomattox County Sheriffโs Office. Authorities said that Robinson was arrested on Feb. 24 in Pinellas County, Florida by Appomattox County and Amherst County deputies on March 17 and is being held without bond at Blue Ridge Regional Jail. The following people have also been charged with first-degree murder in connection to the case:
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Appomattox County gets shutout win against William Campbell
Read full article: Appomattox County gets shutout win against William CampbellNARUNA, Va. โ It didnโt matter that Appomattox County was on the road, they left William Campbell High School with a win on Friday night. Raiders beat the Generals, 49-0.