JV Volleyball continues to roll over opponents Oct 30, 2009
They beat Altavista in three games with the scores of 25-22, 20-25, and 17-15 ... The comments above are from readers and do not represent the views of the Star-Tribune, Altavista Journal, Appomattox Times-Virginia, Brookneal Union-Star, or Womack Publishing Company. (Brookneal Union Star, VA)
Callands-Gretna District, town to vote on Sunday beer, wine; Gretna also will vote on liquor by the drink Oct 29, 2009
"If somebody goes to Altavista, they buy gas and food. It takes a lot of money out of the county." ... "A lot of folks go to Altavista, Chatham, Danville or Lynchburg and are not spending their money here," he said ... The comments above are from readers and do not represent the views of the Star-Tribune, Altavista Journal, Appomattox Times-Virginia, Brookneal Union-Star, or Womack Publishing Company. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Bennett takes game to state Oct 29, 2009
Altavista Journal (434) 369-6688 Phone (434) 369-6689 Fax P.O. Box 630 701 5th Street Suite 103 Altavista VA 24517 ... Leighton Bennett has improved his game on the course and on the Virginia high school level while a member of the Altavista High School golf team ... The Altavista senior started both days on the 10th hole. (Altivista Journal, VA)
Altavista routs Chatham, sets sights on WC Oct 29, 2009
Altavista Journal (434) 369-6688 Phone (434) 369-6689 Fax P.O. Box 630 701 5th Street Suite 103 Altavista VA 24517 ... The win upped Altavista's overall record to 7-1 and its district mark to 3-1 ... Altavista responded immediately as quarterback Rick Adams tossed a 62-yard touchdown pass to Mike Robinson, who caught the ball on the sideline and streaked to the end zone. (Altivista Journal, VA)
Lady Generals fall to Colonels but survive Ringgold Lady Wildcats Oct 28, 2009
The Altavista Lady Colonels came to town last Tuesday evening with 1st place in the Dogwood District volleyball standings on the line. The stars seemed to be aligned for the Lady Generals as they entered the game healthy, while Altavista was missing several key players ... The comments above are from readers and do not represent the views of the Star-Tribune, Altavista Journal, Appomattox Times-Virginia, Brookneal Union-Star, or Womack Publishing Company. (Brookneal Union Star, VA)
Campbell County Schools start safe-driving program Oct 27, 2009
The program will take place at Altavista High School on Wednesday, Oct. 14, at 5:30 p.m. Carol Bradley, Jerry Rice and Debra Spencer are the contact people for this event ... The comments above are from readers and do not represent the views of the Star-Tribune, Altavista Journal, Appomattox Times-Virginia, Brookneal Union-Star, or Womack Publishing Company. (Brookneal Union Star, VA)
Buffett's Wrong: 3 Companies That Beat His Oct 24, 2009
But in that decade, it relegated competitors like AltaVista and Lycos (and in a less direct way, Time Warner's (NYSE: TWX) AOL) to the dusty sections of our mental libraries. Just as Google went from zero to 60 in about a decade, so, too, could the mythical guy in his mother's basement. (MSNBC -- Business)
Colonels capture Cavaliers 47-14 Oct 24, 2009
Altavista Journal (434) 369-6688 Phone (434) 369-6689 Fax P.O. Box 630 701 5th Street Suite 103 Altavista VA 24517 ... Behind three touchdowns by Chris Clark and two from Daelyn Myers, Altavista celebrated homecoming Friday night with a 47-14 rout of Chatham ... Altavista, now 7-1 overall and 3-1 in the Dogwood District, travels to William Campbell next Friday for a 7 p.m. kickoff. (Altivista Journal, VA)
Trojans continue to roll through schedule Oct 22, 2009
On Tuesday, the ladies hosted Altavista and scored another big win, downing the Colonels 3-1 ... The younger Trojans were at home facing Altavista on Tuesday ... The comments above are from readers and do not represent the views of the Star-Tribune, Altavista Journal, Appomattox Times-Virginia, Brookneal Union-Star, or Womack Publishing Company. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Lady Colonels remain in the hunt for Dogwood crown Oct 22, 2009
Altavista Journal (434) 369-6688 Phone (434) 369-6689 Fax P.O. Box 630 701 5th Street Suite 103 Altavista VA 24517 ... Over the past two weeks, the Altavista High School volleyball team has been building its case for the Dogwood District's regular season title ... Altavista traveled to Chatham Oct. 6 and went four sets before winning 25-19, 26-24, 20-25 and 25-13. (Altivista Journal, VA)
Police department reaches out to public Oct 22, 2009
Altavista Journal (434) 369-6688 Phone (434) 369-6689 Fax P.O. Box 630 701 5th Street Suite 103 Altavista VA 24517 ... The Altavista Police Department wants to partner with the community to prevent and reduce crime and enhance quality of life, the department's top two officers said last week ... Hamilton, who came to Altavista from working in Richmond and Petersburg, and Walsh are also dividing up Altavista into three or four sectors. (Altivista Journal, VA)
Altavista smothers Appomattox Oct 22, 2009
Altavista Journal (434) 369-6688 Phone (434) 369-6689 Fax P.O. Box 630 701 5th Street Suite 103 Altavista VA 24517 ... The Appomattox Raiders came out of the gate early at Bragg Stadium Friday night, but Altavista's smothering defense led the Colonels to a 19-6 Dogwood District win ... Altavista, however, showed it would take more than a touchdown to let the air out of its sails. (Altivista Journal, VA)
Lady Wildcats Defeats Hawks, Fall to Colonels Oct 22, 2009
However, Altavista swept the Lady Wildcats on Thursday ... In Thursday's contest at Altavista, the Wildcats played hard but failed to stop the Colonels, falling to Altavista 3-0 ... At Altavista on Thursday, the Lady Wildcats were defeated by the Colonels 2-0 in straight sets by the scores of 25-18 and 25-23. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Colonels stun Raiders; Appomattox's playoff hopes now in jeopardy Oct 22, 2009
The Appomattox Raiders began Friday night's clash with Altavista with high hopes of another quality victory on their quest to the playoffs. Problem is, someone forgot to tell Altavista ... In a battle of 5-1 squads, Altavista outplayed Appomattox in nearly every facet of the game in a 19-6 Dogwood District victory at Bragg Stadium. (Appomattox Times Virginian, VA)
Beauty Queen to appear at Saturday fundraiser Oct 20, 2009
Monday October 19, 2009. The Union Star (434) 376-2795 Phone (434) 376-2676 Fax P.O. Box 180 241 Main Street Brookneal VA 24528. (Brookneal Union Star, VA)
Altavista police cars return to traditional look Oct 17, 2009
Altavista Journal (434) 369-6688 Phone (434) 369-6689 Fax P.O. Box 630 701 5th Street Suite 103 Altavista VA 24517 ... The Altavista Police Department is following a national trend and a traditional look with its police cars ... Altavista's cars are now white and blue with the town logo. (Altivista Journal, VA)
Lesser access for babies? Oct 17, 2009
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Altavista bounces back, downs Dan River Wildcats Oct 15, 2009
Altavista Journal (434) 369-6688 Phone (434) 369-6689 Fax P.O. Box 630 701 5th Street Suite 103 Altavista VA 24517 ... That's how Altavista Coach Mike Scharnus described his Colonels' 37-12 rout of the Dan River Wildcats Friday night at English Stadium ... "It was big for Altavista for a number of reasons," Scharnus said after the game. (Altivista Journal, VA)
Scott wins second straight Chatham-Sartomer 5K Oct 15, 2009
Wednesday October 14, 2009. Star Tribune (434) 432-2791 Phone (434) 432-4033 Fax P.O. Box 111 28 North Main Street, Chatham VA 24531. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Altavista council approves buses Oct 15, 2009
Altavista Journal (434) 369-6688 Phone (434) 369-6689 Fax P.O. Box 630 701 5th Street Suite 103 Altavista VA 24517 ... About a year from now, Altavista residents will likely be able to catch a bus to get around town ... Tuesday night, Town Council voted 6-1 to apply for funding through the Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation, a first step toward having a public transit system in Altavista. (Altivista Journal, VA)
Building a Better Ranking Website: ... Oct 13, 2009
Try to submit to the big four (, Yahoo, AltaVista, MSN) to begin with. Detailed above is a simple, easy way for site owners to increase the odds that their pages will show up in search results. (Suite101.com)
Colonels cage Wildcats 37-12 Oct 10, 2009
Altavista Journal (434) 369-6688 Phone (434) 369-6689 Fax P.O. Box 630 701 5th Street Suite 103 Altavista VA 24517 ... Altavista bounced back from its first loss of the season by pounding Dan River 37-12 Friday night ... Adams, who pitches for the Altavista baseball team, had been playing on the junior varsity football team. (Altivista Journal, VA)
Local firefighters offer safety tips Oct 10, 2009
Altavista Journal (434) 369-6688 Phone (434) 369-6689 Fax P.O. Box 630 701 5th Street Suite 103 Altavista VA 24517 ... Now is the time to clean your chimney, John Tucker, chief of the Altavista Fire Company, said last week ... Both the Altavista Fire Company and Hurt Volunteer Fire Department will do fire-awareness programs for area students. (Altivista Journal, VA)
Hurt announces bid for U.S. Congress Oct 9, 2009
Altavista Journal (434) 369-6688 Phone (434) 369-6689 Fax P.O. Box 630 701 5th Street Suite 103 Altavista VA 24517 ... The comments above are from readers and do not represent the views of the Star-Tribune, Altavista Journal, Appomattox Times-Virginia, Brookneal Union-Star, or Womack Publishing Company. (Altivista Journal, VA)
Wildcats win battle with Generals, 25-18 Oct 8, 2009
Dan River looks to go 2-0 in the Dogwood District as they will travel to Altavista to take on the Colonels in a 7 p.m. game at English Stadium ... The Wildcats (4-1, 1-0 Dogwood) will host Altavista on Thursday at 6 p.m. ... The comments above are from readers and do not represent the views of the Star-Tribune, Altavista Journal, Appomattox Times-Virginia, Brookneal Union-Star, or Womack Publishing Company. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Supervisors hope to get trucks off Blue Ridge Drive Oct 8, 2009
The original alternate included U.S. 29 from Gretna to Business 29 in Hurt, then through town and across the bridge over the Staunton River into Altavista ... Alternate A includes U.S. 29 to Route 43 in Altavista, then along 7th Street to Pittsylvania Avenue ... Alternate B includes U.S. 29 to the last Altavista exit north. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Hawks defeat archrival Colonels Oct 8, 2009
GRETNA - The Gretna Hawks' football team defeated their old rivals, the Altavista Colonels, Friday night ... The Colonels blew a prime scoring opportunity later in the first half, when Dickerson fumbled an Altavista punt ... Dickerson quickly redeemed himself with just over six minutes in the first half, running the ball 30 yards to Altavista's 30-yard line. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Raiders win 4th straight, now must travel to William Campbell Oct 8, 2009
Appomattox's next home game will be Oct. 16 against a much-improved Altavista squad that lost to Gretna on Friday 22-0 ... The comments above are from readers and do not represent the views of the Star-Tribune, Altavista Journal, Appomattox Times-Virginia, Brookneal Union-Star, or Womack Publishing Company. (Appomattox Times Virginian, VA)
Hawks knock Colonels from unbeaten ranks Oct 8, 2009
Altavista Journal (434) 369-6688 Phone (434) 369-6689 Fax P.O. Box 630 701 5th Street Suite 103 Altavista VA 24517 ... Altavista completed half of the equation in Friday night's game at defending Group A, Division 2 state champion Gretna ... It was Altavista's first loss of the season, leaving the Colonels 4-1 overall, 0-1 in the Dogwood. (Altivista Journal, VA)
Karate tourney offered Oct. 17 at Rustburg MS Oct 4, 2009
The comments above are from readers and do not represent the views of the Star-Tribune, Altavista Journal, Appomattox Times-Virginia, Brookneal Union-Star, or Womack Publishing Company. Copyright. (Brookneal Union Star, VA)
History of Search Engines Oct 4, 2009
Around this time, Altavista was gaining popularity. It used the spider technology and indexed and responded to millions of pages per day. (Suite101.com)
Newspaper wants readers to share Journal memories Oct 3, 2009
Altavista Journal (434) 369-6688 Phone (434) 369-6689 Fax P.O. Box 630 701 5th Street Suite 103 Altavista VA 24517 ... This year marks the 100th anniversary of the Altavista Journal ... Don't hesitate to share your memories of the Journal or what you believe the newspaper's impact has been on the Altavista community. (Altivista Journal, VA)
Hawks blank Colonels Oct 3, 2009
Altavista Journal (434) 369-6688 Phone (434) 369-6689 Fax P.O. Box 630 701 5th Street Suite 103 Altavista VA 24517 ... The Gretna Hawks opened up its 2009 Dogwood District campaign with an impressive 22-0 win over Altavista ... Altavista fell to 4-1 on the season and 0-1 in the district, while Gretna improved to 4-1. (Altivista Journal, VA)
Newspaper will publish addresses of area soldiers Oct 2, 2009
Altavista Journal (434) 369-6688 Phone (434) 369-6689 Fax P.O. Box 630 701 5th Street Suite 103 Altavista VA 24517 ... An Altavista High School graduate who's been in the United States Army for more than 21 years hopes to hear from home ... Jerry Kenneth Hodge II, a master sergeant stationed in Afghanistan, asked the Altavista Journal to publish his mailing and e-mail addresses "in case any of my friends or classmates would want to get in touch.". (Altivista Journal, VA)
Utility work, streetscape to start this fall Oct 1, 2009
Altavista Journal (434) 369-6688 Phone (434) 369-6689 Fax P.O. Box 630 701 5th Street Suite 103 Altavista VA 24517 ... Later this fall, Altavista will begin some downtown utility upgrades, a prelude to a streetscape project that will bring brick borders, trees, benches and a connection to the town's railroad history ... Meeting Sept. 22, Altavista Town Council agreed to advertise for bids for the project. (Altivista Journal, VA)
Thomas has big night; Raiders upend Park View Oct 1, 2009
Thursday October 01, 2009. Times-Virginian (434) 352-8215 Phone (434) 352-2216 Fax P.O. Box 2097 589 Court Street Appomattox VA 24522. (Appomattox Times Virginian, VA)
Chatham golfers end perfect season with Dogwood championships; Arnold named Player of Year Oct 1, 2009
Hardy shot a two-under par 34 to lead the Cavaliers to a 144-163 victory over Altavista ... Chatham shot even par as a team in the Altavista match ... The comments above are from readers and do not represent the views of the Star-Tribune, Altavista Journal, Appomattox Times-Virginia, Brookneal Union-Star, or Womack Publishing Company. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Colonels club Statesmen, get set for Gretna Hawks Oct 1, 2009
Altavista Journal (434) 369-6688 Phone (434) 369-6689 Fax P.O. Box 630 701 5th Street Suite 103 Altavista VA 24517 ... Altavista's offense, defense and special teams made the English Stadium scoreboard light up Friday night against Randolph-Henry ... The result was a dominating 57-14 win over the Statesmen in Altavista's last of four non-district games. (Altivista Journal, VA)
Bus system for Altavista awaits vote Oct 1, 2009
Altavista Journal (434) 369-6688 Phone (434) 369-6689 Fax P.O. Box 630 701 5th Street Suite 103 Altavista VA 24517 ... Altavista council members learned more last week about having a public transportation system in town ... He wonders how many people would use a bus to get around Altavista. (Altivista Journal, VA)
Hawks win homecoming, look to halt Altavista Oct 1, 2009
Altavista Journal (434) 369-6688 Phone (434) 369-6689 Fax P.O. Box 630 701 5th Street Suite 103 Altavista VA 24517 ... The 3-1 Hawks will host undefeated Altavista Friday at 7 p.m. ... The comments above are from readers and do not represent the views of the Star-Tribune, Altavista Journal, Appomattox Times-Virginia, Brookneal Union-Star, or Womack Publishing Company. (Altivista Journal, VA)
Generals Volleyball wins two district matches Sep 30, 2009
The William Campbell Lady Generals Volleyball Team won two district matches last week, defeating the Lady Hawks of Gretna and the Lady Colonels of Altavista ... Last Thursday night the Generals traveled to Altavista to face the Lady Colonels with 1st place in the Dogwood District on the line ... The comments above are from readers and do not represent the views of the Star-Tribune, Altavista Journal, Appomattox Times-Virginia, Brookneal Union-Star, or Womack Publishing Company. (Brookneal Union Star, VA)
Lady Generals stage comebacks in district Sep 26, 2009
The Generals have another big week next week with two tough district road contests as they travel to Gretna to face the Hawks on Tuesday, September 22nd and then travel to cross county rival, Altavista on Thursday, September 24th, in what could be a battle for first place in the district standings, both matches begin at 5:30pm ... The comments above are from readers and do not represent the views of the Star-Tribune, Altavista Journal, Appomattox Times-Virginia, Brookneal Union-Star, or Womack... (Brookneal Union Star, VA)
Altavista pounds Randolph-Henry 57-14 Sep 26, 2009
Altavista Journal (434) 369-6688 Phone (434) 369-6689 Fax P.O. Box 630 701 5th Street Suite 103 Altavista VA 24517 ... Altavista scored on offense, defense and special teams Friday night as the Colonels lit up the scoreboard in a 57-14 rout of Randolph-Henry ... "A total team effort," Altavista Coach Mike Scharnus said after the game. (Altivista Journal, VA)
School begins character development program Sep 26, 2009
Altavista Journal (434) 369-6688 Phone (434) 369-6689 Fax P.O. Box 630 701 5th Street Suite 103 Altavista VA 24517 ... This year, Altavista Combined School is incorporating a new character development program into the school day ... "This program is a roadmap for achieving real success in whatever you do, whether it is academic, personal, social or career goals," Judy Hanson, Altavista High School guidance counselor, said. (Altivista Journal, VA)
Tunstall volleyball team finishes week 9-0 Sep 24, 2009
On Thursday the girls were back in action at Altavista ... The JV also defeated Altavista 2-1 with scores of 25-15, 20-25, and 15-6 ... The comments above are from readers and do not represent the views of the Star-Tribune, Altavista Journal, Appomattox Times-Virginia, Brookneal Union-Star, or Womack Publishing Company. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
County schools receive full accreditation Sep 24, 2009
Altavista Journal (434) 369-6688 Phone (434) 369-6689 Fax P.O. Box 630 701 5th Street Suite 103 Altavista VA 24517 ... Concerned parent wrote on Sep 23, 2009 12:05 PM:" According to a news release in News & Advance on August 17, 2009, Altavista Elementary School has issues..."Nine Campbell County schools did not make AYP this year ... One school, Altavista Elementary, will now be required to offer school choice as a result of its performance. (Altivista Journal, VA)
Altavista starts 3-0 Sep 24, 2009
Altavista Journal (434) 369-6688 Phone (434) 369-6689 Fax P.O. Box 630 701 5th Street Suite 103 Altavista VA 24517 ... Twenty-nine seconds into the third quarter Friday night, Altavista had stretched its narrow lead against Cumberland ... It was a play that signaled a strong second half for Altavista. (Altivista Journal, VA)
BB&T Lighthouse Project benefits B.E.A.M. Sep 23, 2009
"Most people don't realize that the BBdation provided more than 20 million in 2008 to communities through United Way and other organizations. Bank officials and employees know that it is more important than ever (in today's economy) to help communities beyond lending, financial counseling, and other financial products and services.The local BB is made up of Brookneal, Rustburg, and Altavista. The latter two towns chose to make their donations to DAWN.Soon, the BBoyees will carry the food items... (Brookneal Union Star, VA)
Wm. Campbell runners excel Sep 23, 2009
Congratulations to the following runners of the Cross-Country team for their performances at Wednesday's meet against Altavista, Dan River and Appomattox ... The comments above are from readers and do not represent the views of the Star-Tribune, Altavista Journal, Appomattox Times-Virginia, Brookneal Union-Star, or Womack Publishing Company. (Brookneal Union Star, VA)
Colonels beat Dukes Sep 19, 2009
Altavista Journal (434) 369-6688 Phone (434) 369-6689 Fax P.O. Box 630 701 5th Street Suite 103 Altavista VA 24517 ... Johnny Wimbish and Chris Clark scored a pair of touchdowns and Daelyn Myers added another as Altavista beat Cumberland 37-20 Friday night ... Cumberland closed the deficit to 24-20, but Altavista got two more touchdowns to win its third game of the season. (Altivista Journal, VA)
Town continues PCB study Sep 19, 2009
Altavista Journal (434) 369-6688 Phone (434) 369-6689 Fax P.O. Box 630 701 5th Street Suite 103 Altavista VA 24517 ... Altavista continues to explore options to deal with PCBs at the wastewater treatment plant's emergency overflow pond ... Altavista has been in a voluntary remediation program with the Department of Environmental Quality for seven years. (Altivista Journal, VA)
Avoca hosts festival Saturday Sep 18, 2009
Altavista Journal (434) 369-6688 Phone (434) 369-6689 Fax P.O. Box 630 701 5th Street Suite 103 Altavista VA 24517 ... Avoca, located on Main Street in Altavista, is available for weddings, meetings and receptions ... Tickets are available at Miller's Jewelry in Altavista and all First National Bank locations. (Altivista Journal, VA)
Altavista, Gretna compete in Dogwood/Piedmont Challenge Sep 17, 2009
Altavista Journal (434) 369-6688 Phone (434) 369-6689 Fax P.O. Box 630 701 5th Street Suite 103 Altavista VA 24517 ... The Altavista Colonels and Gretna Hawks went head to head amongst other opponents from the Dogwood District and Piedmont region in a cross country meet last week ... The Altavista girls won their half of the Dogwood/Piedmont Challenge, held Sept. 9 at Chatham High School. (Altivista Journal, VA)
Altavista questions rigs coming through town Sep 17, 2009
Altavista Journal (434) 369-6688 Phone (434) 369-6689 Fax P.O. Box 630 701 5th Street Suite 103 Altavista VA 24517 ... In an effort to get tractor-trailers, including those hauling chips to a local power plant, off of roads in Pittsylvania County, officials in Chatham are suggesting the rigs use streets in Altavista ... Altavista officials are wondering about the county's thinking. (Altivista Journal, VA)
Second-half push leads Colonels to win over Knights Sep 17, 2009
Altavista Journal (434) 369-6688 Phone (434) 369-6689 Fax P.O. Box 630 701 5th Street Suite 103 Altavista VA 24517 ... Over a six-minute span in the third and fourth quarters Friday night, the Altavista Colonels turned a close game into a rout ... Two touchdowns by Chris Clark and one by Daelyn Myers stretched a 12-7 Altavista lead to 32-7 with 10 minutes left in the home opener against James River-Buchanan. (Altivista Journal, VA)
Pit Stop Mart robbed Sep 16, 2009
Tuesday September 15, 2009. Star Tribune (434) 432-2791 Phone (434) 432-4033 Fax P.O. Box 111 28 North Main Street, Chatham VA 24531. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Bing sparks search war Sep 14, 2009
"The likelihood of that in the short term, probably not, but mid to long-term, who knows? AltaVista and a whole bunch of search engines we thought were unassailable in the '90s no longer exist.". While Bing has already fallen from number seven to 911th place on Google's list of popular search terms, excitement and interest among online marketers remains high. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Town pharmacy offers free delivery service Sep 12, 2009
Altavista Journal (434) 369-6688 Phone (434) 369-6689 Fax P.O. Box 630 701 5th Street Suite 103 Altavista VA 24517 ... The Medicine Shoppe in Altavista has started a new service for customers - free delivery of prescriptions to homes and businesses in the area ... He said Altavista hasn't had free prescription delivery during the 12 years he's been in business. (Altivista Journal, VA)
Colonels improve to 2-0 Sep 12, 2009
Altavista Journal (434) 369-6688 Phone (434) 369-6689 Fax P.O. Box 630 701 5th Street Suite 103 Altavista VA 24517 ... Three touchdowns in a six-minute span of the third and fourth quarters keyed Altavista to a 32-14 win over James River Friday night ... With the win, Altavista improved to 2-0 on the season. (Altivista Journal, VA)
YMCA holds reception for artists, authors Sep 12, 2009
Altavista Journal (434) 369-6688 Phone (434) 369-6689 Fax P.O. Box 630 701 5th Street Suite 103 Altavista VA 24517 ... Two artists and two authors, all from the area, will be honored at a reception at the Altavista Area YMCA this Sunday afternoon ... Wood lives in Altavista, while Thompson is from Halifax County and Bailey lives in Rustburg. (Altivista Journal, VA)
Altavista competes at Blue Demon meet Sep 10, 2009
Altavista Journal (434) 369-6688 Phone (434) 369-6689 Fax P.O. Box 630 701 5th Street Suite 103 Altavista VA 24517 ... The Altavista High School cross country team kicked off its 2009 season last Saturday by participating in the 19th Annual Blue Demon Invitational in Christiansburg ... For the boys, Altavista, with 252 points, finished behind Cave Spring (82 points), Radford (99), Abingdon (100), Jefferson Forest (110), Christiansburg (148), Floyd County (184), Blacksburg (203) and Auburn (230).... (Altivista Journal, VA)
Colonels trounce Blues in opener Sep 10, 2009
Altavista Journal (434) 369-6688 Phone (434) 369-6689 Fax P.O. Box 630 701 5th Street Suite 103 Altavista VA 24517 ... Altavista scored points by kicking, running and passing, and the Colonel defense clamped down on Parry McCluer in Friday night's season opener ... Altavista got on the board midway of the first quarter when Blake Todd booted a 31-yard field goal to make it 3-0. (Altivista Journal, VA)
Supervisors rescind Chatham Elementary School offer Sep 10, 2009
The suggested alternate included U.S. 29 from Gretna to Business 29 in Hurt, then through town and across the bridge over the Staunton River into Altavista ... Alternate A includes U.S. 29 to Route 43 in Altavista, then along 7th Street to Pittsylvania Avenue ... Alternate B includes U.S. 29 to the last Altavista exit north. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Local DMV ends Saturday hours Sep 10, 2009
Altavista Journal (434) 369-6688 Phone (434) 369-6689 Fax P.O. Box 630 701 5th Street Suite 103 Altavista VA 24517 ... The Altavista DMV Customer Service Center will no longer be open on Saturday after Sept. 12 ... One of the six is the Altavista office at 1301-H Main St.. (Altivista Journal, VA)
Council clears way for technical school Sep 10, 2009
Altavista Journal (434) 369-6688 Phone (434) 369-6689 Fax P.O. Box 630 701 5th Street Suite 103 Altavista VA 24517 ... A new technical school in Altavista received a special use permit from Town Council Tuesday night as it moves toward a January opening ... Council accepted a recommendation from the Altavista Planning Commission to grant the zoning permit for Virginia Technical Institute, which will be located on Ogden Road in the former A.O. Smith manufacturing building. (Altivista Journal, VA)
