Lifestyles
It’s time for peaches
Peaches are at their sweetest in midsummer, and Virginia-grown varieties are available now at local farm stands, farmers ...
Lifestyles
A sweet coalition begins
One of the east coast’s oldest agricultural activities is finding its sweet spot among Virginia’s most celebrated home-grown ...
Lifestyles
Surplus peaches mean a summer of smoothies
I was feeling lucky and grateful when a neighbor dropped off several pounds of surplus peaches over the ...
Lifestyles
Sweet corn delayed by weather
Sweet corn season is a sure sign of summer, but farmers say this spring’s cooler temperatures and lack ...
Lifestyles
Cannery has new rules for a new year
The Prince Edward County Cannery opened Wednesday, June 2, for the 2021 canning season. Due to growing demand ...
Lifestyles
Dairy producers help area food banks
Milk is a rich resource in Virginia, with 505 dairy farms producing 173 million gallons of milk in ...
Lifestyles
Commemorating Hospital Week
Town Manager Dr. Scott Davis and Mayor David Whitus present Centra Southside Community Hospital CEO Thomas Angelo with ...
Lifestyles
It’s time to plan for pickles
As gardening season is here, I urge you to grow a variety of vegetables for pickling. Going beyond ...
Lifestyles
Home baking continues to rise
Home baking escalated during the pandemic, and it continues to be on the rise. From renovation projects to ...
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Brewery releases new brew
Three Roads Brewing and the Southside SPCA held a Can-Can Event fundraiser on Saturday, March 20, at Three ...
Lifestyles
Registration open for spring rec sports
The Cumberland County Recreation Department is accepting registrations for spring baseball, softball and T-ball. Registration forms can be ...
Lifestyles
There are plenty of workout alternatives outside the gym
Maintaining physical activity and good health during the pandemic will not only help with weight management but also ...
Lifestyles
Inspiring young chefs
Area kids are getting the chance to expand their culinary skills thanks to the virtual Neighborhood Chefs cooking ...
Lifestyles
Reference guide of poisonous plants available
Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, people are spending more time outdoors. The pandemic has also sparked an increased ...
Food & Fitness
Farm food box program extended
The U.S. Department of Agriculture recently announced another $1.5 billion to purchase food for a fifth round of ...
Lifestyles
Rupen elevates sauces to a new level
After looking at how Virginia Food Works operates last month, I’d like to highlight one of our wonderful ...
Lifestyles
Fruitcake: The treat that everyone loves to hate
In my family, celebrations always involve baking, and Christmas is no different. My grandma made fresh coconut cake ...
Lifestyles
Make sure to taste eggnog frequently
The last line of George Washington’s Christmas eggnog recipe may be the most important, “Taste frequently.” Mindfulness of ...
Lifestyles
Average Thanksgiving meal is $60.33 this year
Virginians will be able to feed their families a Thanksgiving meal for just over $6 per person this ...
Lifestyles
Virginia’s turkey production continues to grow
American turkey production may be heading for another downturn, but Virginia turkey producers are poised to stay ahead ...
Lifestyles
October is Virginia Wine Month
Some Virginia wine enthusiasts believe the state’s vineyards produce wines on par with the Napa and Rhone valleys. ...
Lifestyles
COLUMN — Making the most of apple season
nAfter many hot canning days through the summer, the turn to September and cooler temperature is a welcome ...
Lifestyles
Pecan Festival canceled
For the safety of our patrons, merchants, volunteers, artists, staff and students, due to the unpredictable and ongoing ...
Lifestyles
It’s time for tomatoes
July may be brutally hot, but the bounty of tomatoes this time of year helps compensate for the ...
Lifestyles
Tips for swimming in a lake or river
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announced today that more than 30 people lost their lives to drowning ...
Lifestyle Main
Giving Garden grows goodwill
A bountiful harvest is underway at the Giving Garden, a community garden recently developed by members of Heritage ...
Lifestyles
Dried herbs add flavor to meals year round
As I try my best to patiently wait for my garden’s tomatoes to blush and pepper varieties to ...