The Marching Cougars of Nottoway High School captured 1st place in the band category during Blackstone’s Christmas Parade back in December 1985 -- 40 years ago.

Dec 10, 2025 · A Blackstone councilman says he’s “exploring the possibility” of seeking re-election next November. At-Large rep Chris Page last week sent an email to supporters, …

Dec 10, 2025 · A Blackstone councilman says he’s “exploring the possibility” of seeking re-election next November. At-Large rep Chris Page last week sent an email to supporters, …

Dec 3, 2025 · These photos were taken Saturday evening, shortly after 5:15 p.m., of the newly-renovated Harris Memorial Armory on North High Street in Blackstone. After $5.9 million worth …

Nov 26, 2025 · Virginia “Gini” Webb Blair, 64, of Blackstone, VA, passed away on Monday, December 1, 2025. She was preceded in death by her parents, Richard and Patricia Webb; …

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May 16, 2025 · The Town of Blackstone is soliciting proposals for a newaccounting system and the implementation services forthat software from a qualified business.

Dec 3, 2025 · Four local 3rd graders have been awarded the privilege of “throwing the switch” to thousands of Christmas lights in Blackstone’s Seay Park with Mayor Lafayette Dickens. …

Jan 25, 2023 · McCormack this week told the Courier- Record, “I don’t have any immediate plans except to rent it out — hopefully to a business or two that will be good for Blackstone.”

Feb 8, 2023 · Blackstone officials are considering adding a new full-time employee to the payroll — that of a Code Enforcement Officer. Mayor Ben Green shared with officials Jan. 23rd that …