Carraway, Baig and Dowdy hold leads for Windsor Town Council seats, while the mayoral write-in winner remains pending certification.

Write-in results in Isle of Wight and Southampton counties and the city of Franklin may not be known on Election Day, affecting races in Franklin, Windsor and Newsoms.

Smithfield Foods has awarded nearly $800,000 in educational scholarships to 126 students attending 10 colleges and universities for the 2026-27 academic year. “As students head back to campus this fall, we’re proud to support the educational goals of our employees’ families,” said Jim Monroe, vice president of corporate affairs for the Smithfield, Virginia, company. “Through […] The post Smithfield Foods Scholarships Award Nearly $800,000 appeared first on High Plains Journal.

Nancy Kay Lassiter Joyner aka “Kay”, “Kay Belle” and “Lassie”, age 80, died Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026, at the SECU Hospice House of Smithfield after a period of declining health.

Smithfield Fresh Meats Corp., the Virginia company that runs a pork plant in Tar Heel, will pay $245,000 and provide other relief to settle a pregnancy discrimination lawsuit brought by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. The agency announced the deal Thursday from Raleigh.

The new outdoor space features seating, a shaded area, and room for hands-on activities available to students all year round

A Smithfield woman died in a two-vehicle crash Tuesday at the intersection of Foursquare Road and Courthouse Highway.

Sylvia T. Griggs, 87, of Windsor, VA, and formerly of the Eastern Shore, passed away peacefully on October 13th.  A celebration of Sylvia’s life will be held on Sunday, November 1st, at 1 p.m., at Williams-Onancock Funeral Home in. She will be laid to rest at Fairview Lawn Cemetery. Memory tributes may be shared with the family at www.williamsfuneralhomes.com. Arrangements ... Read More The post Sylvia T. Griggs appeared first on Shore Daily News.

Sylvia T. Griggs, aged 87, of Windsor, VA, passed away peacefully on October 13, 2026. Born in Cashville, VA, on November 14, 1938, Sylvia lived a life marked by devotion to her family, community, and faith. Sylvia began her working life as a painter at the Newport News Shipyard, where she was known for her dedication and strong work ethic. ... Read More The post Sylvia T. (Scott) Griggs appeared first on Shore Daily News.

A 75-year-old Smithfield woman died after being struck by a Nissan Rogue in a shopping center parking lot Thursday afternoon, Virginia State Police said.