And now for something completely different: college basketball.

How much is it worth to you to have a trained medic on standby to save your life in the event of an emergency?

With all the talk lately about solar power and the Lady Bug project in Bracey, it’s easy to overlook other trends in the energy business — including ones directly affecting those of us here in Southside Virginia.

Taking a cue from the sports world, Halifax County has embarked on its own version of silly season — with the math and posturing to match.