The Enterprise

For the first time in recent history, two candidates are seeking the Republican ticket for the 9th House District of Virginia, that includes Patrick County. These candidates are incumbent Charles Poindexter, of Glade Hill, and challenger Wren Williams, of Stuart....

All individuals in Virginia age 16 and older will be eligible to get the COVID-19 vaccine starting on Sunday, April 18, Gov. Ralph Northam said when announcing the date that is ahead of the May 1 nationwide goal set by...

The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) has entered into an amended agreement with Branch Civil Inc. to widen 7.4 miles of U.S. 58 in Patrick County. The $300 million project will improve safety on the portion of U.S. 58 over...

Patrick County Sheriff Dan Smith and his office are second among the 40 Virginia counties bearing the rural designation. By Staff Reports The Patrick County Sheriff’s Office continues to be one of the busiest in the state in terms of law...

Patrick County Administrator Geri Hazelwood said discussions are underway about moving the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Select to an appointment-only system, but there are no plans to close the local office. Appointments may help prevent the long lines and...

Mike Weber is among two candidates in the Smith River District. By Taylor Boyd Mike Weber is seeking the Smith River District seat on the Patrick County Board of Supervisors in the November election. Doug Perry also is seeking the...

Several people attending a March 24 public hearing encouraged the Patrick County Board of Supervisors to nix a proposed real estate tax increase.  By Taylor Boyd Several residents opposed an up to 5-cents real estate tax increase during a March...

By Taylor Boyd In a 3-2 vote, the Patrick County Board of Supervisors narrowly held the line on real estate taxes, after hearing input on a proposed increase of up to 5-cents. The board did not set the personal property...

Woolwine native Doug Perry will seek the Smith River District seat on the Patrick County Board of Supervisors in the November election. By Taylor Boyd The timing is right for Doug Perry to throw his hat into the ring and...