Appomattox, a historic town in central Virginia, is renowned as the site of the Appomattox Court House, where the American Civil War ended. Today, the town offers a blend of historical charm and modern amenities. |
Appomattox Times
News Desert? Not Here: Times Brings on Lynchburg and U.Va. Graduate William Masselli
The Appomattox Times is pleased to welcome William Masselli to our reporting team. Masselli brings local journalism experience combined with a strong background in finance and accounting that will enhance... Read More
BREAKING: Cyber Incident Closes Appomattox County Public Schools
Appomattox County Public Schools will be closed Tuesday, February 18, following a cybersecurity incident that disrupted some network systems over the weekend. In a statement posted to Facebook, ACPS officials... Read More
New Sculpture on Main Street: “The Limits of the State” and the Art of Speaking (or Not Speaking) Freely
APPOMATTOX—There is a kind of tenuous grandeur to the scaffolding of democracy, and nowhere is this made more literal than in The Limits of the State (2025), a mixed-media installation... Read More
When Leadership Meant Wearing Many Hats: Alfred Rice Harwood and the Foundations of Modern Appomattox
A Legacy of Building, Service, and Community Trust When we consider the life and contributions of Alfred Rice Harwood (1880–1951), we see far more than a simple catalog of job... Read More
Dozens Still Without Power as Winter Storm Harlow Shocks the Region
February 16, 2025 A powerful winter storm swept through Central Virginia this week, leaving widespread destruction and significant power outages. Southside Electric Cooperative (SEC) and Central Virginia Electric Cooperative (CVEC)... Read More