PUBLISHER'S NOTEBOOK
COLUMN: Bucking the trend
Our communities are what we make of them — they are a direct reflection of where we put our efforts, time and money. Our actions, ...
Betty Ramsey, Author at The Tidewater News
PUBLISHER'S NOTEBOOK
COLUMN: A debt of gratitude
As Americans we are fortunate to enjoy many liberties and freedoms that others can only dream of. These liberties and freedoms, taken for granted by ...
by Betty Ramsey, Thursday, November 10, 2022 8:00 am
WESTERN TIDEWATER
Western Tidewater Wish Upon a Star Pageant inspires and encourages youth
The inaugural Western Tidewater Wish Upon a Star Pageant was held Saturday, Sept. 17, at Southampton High School and was sponsored by Smart Beginnings, Cofield’s ...
by Betty Ramsey, Wednesday, October 5, 2022 3:09 pm
PUBLISHER'S NOTEBOOK
Support your community — shop at home
Black Friday — that “day” of super discount sales and long lines to match fill my mind with dread. Don’t get me wrong, I like ...
by Betty Ramsey, Saturday, November 27, 2021 4:42 pm
PUBLISHER'S NOTEBOOK
Remember and honor those who sacrificed all
Memorial Day, celebrated on the last Monday in May is often referred to as the unofficial start of summer. However, it is so much more ...
by Betty Ramsey, Friday, May 28, 2021 4:55 pm
PUBLISHER'S NOTEBOOK
Thankful for the love and guidance of Mom
Mother’s Day — a day we celebrate and give thanks to the woman/women in our life who have in many circumstances had more to do ...
by Betty Ramsey, Friday, May 7, 2021 6:18 am
Columnists
Protecting our children
Colorful blue pinwheel gardens are springing up in our area, the state and even the across the nation, and you may be asking yourself what’s ...
by Betty Ramsey, Tuesday, April 13, 2021 8:00 pm
Columnists
Because it’s right
If you know me, you know I like to use inspirational quotes to keep me motivated. One of my favorites is “Do it — because ...
by Betty Ramsey, Tuesday, March 30, 2021 5:58 pm
Breaking News Archive
Tidewater News prepares for uninterrupted publication during conronavirus scare
FRANKLIN The Tidewater News staff has been working hard in recent days to ensure that we remain — both in print and online — a ...
by Betty Ramsey, Tuesday, March 17, 2020 10:39 am
News
Southampton County Schools early closure
COURTLAND Due to the forecast of inclement weather Southampton County Schools are closing early today, The middle and high schools are closing at noon. The ...