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b1bob Says: The South Boston Museum describes the rich history of this small town in Southside, Virginia. There is an exhibit of its favourite son, former Virginia governor and congressman for the 5th district, William Munford ("Bill") Tuck, for which an airport and a stretch of Route...
b1bob Says: The Prizery is an 1890s tobacco warehouse on the Dan River renovated to be a performing welcome centre, performing arts theatre (including auditorium), art gallery, a 400-seat banquet facility and remote learning centre. The Prizery is a key part of the downtown...
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Ernie's has been a South Boston institution more than 45 years. Their varied menu and family style atmosphere are popular with both locals and those just passing through. In March, 1991, Ernie's Restaurant burned to the ground, but they rebuilt it almost straightaway in the same convenient location on Route 360 east.
Favorite Dish: Specialties include Brunswick Stew, pork barbecue, barbecue sauce and homemade hush puppies. I prefer the all-you-can eat buffet with barbecue, fried chicken, country style vegetables, and desserts, but their wide ranging menu includes soups & salads, steaks & seafood, pastas, chicken, burgers, sandwiches, kids meals, even fajitas and desserts.
Updated Jun 24, 2004
Address: 4030 John Randolph Road, South Boston, VA 24592
Phone: (434) 572-3423
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South Boston is a town of 8491 people (as of the 2000 Census) located about 10 miles (16 km.) north of the North Carolina line. The nearest city of any greater size is Danville 30 miles (48 km.) to the west. South Boston was a textile town which, at one time, had several mills including Sales Knitting and I'm old enough to remember the many tobacco warehouses where the crop would be sold at auction. Both aspects of the town's economy have been beleaguered by government policy. Ill-advised trade agreements have virtually killed the textile mills, not only here, but all over the region. Also, the government's "my way or the highway" anti tobacco policy has adversely affected local farmers and other jobs tied to the crop. That, in some part, explains the higher unemployment and the decline in the downtown.
Updated Mar 4, 2004
Main Street: Downtown South Boston VA
Soboetal Says: B1Bob and his cronies seem to be giving way to newcomers with new tastes -- so much for your prediction that 'upscale markets' would not last in Soboville! New to the scene, a Parisian knock-off (books et cafe) tagged Southern Plenty with 1st editions, artwork, incredible...
Distinct Impressions: great gifts on main street
b1bob Says: Those who know me know I have enough stuff for six lifetimes. I didn't really need anything that day either. What attracted me to this shop was the glass block design at the entrance. This used to be the ABC Store (for those outside of Virginia, that's the only type of place...
Halifax County Museum Gift Shop: Museum Gift Shop
b1bob Says: After our tour through the Halifax County Museum, Lee and I stopped here before going back to Virgilina. Many museum gift shops are so small you have to leave them to change your mind. This gift shop was fairly big. The clerk did not know my mama, but she did go to school...
Hupps Mill Plaza: Hupps Mill Plaza
b1bob Says: Hupps Mill Plaza is a shopping centre on Wilborn Avenue (Rt. 501) just north of downtown. There are approximately 15 stores. It is anchored by Advance Auto Parts and Farmer's Foods on one end, Belk in the middle, CVS and Goody's Department Store on the other. As with many...
b1bob Says: In early to mid December, South Boston always has a Christmas parade. Local businesses contribute floats and general cash to organise the parade, there are local marching bands, choirs, horses, and sometimes fire engines. I remember when I was little (early '70s) watching...
b1bob Says: William Munford "Bill" Tuck was governor of Virginia from 1945-49 and a U.S. Congressman for the 5th district from 1953-69. He was a conservative Democrat, who would probably have been a Republican today. Aside from being all that, a teacher, and a lawyer, Gov. Tuck was good...
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South Boston normally avoids the snowfalls and ice that plague the northern part of the state. However, occasionally, ice and snow will fall here too. Mind the snow and the ice on the roads and the native South Bostonians who aren't used to it.
Written Feb 17, 2003
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The quickest way to get from downtown South Boston to Virgilina, take Route 501 South for 10 miles and Route 96 east for 8. Virgilina is home to the Summerfest the Saturday before the last Monday in May.
Written Feb 10, 2003
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For you NASCAR fans, the South Boston Speedway is where 2002 Daytona 500 winner Ward Burton got his start. I can remember certain warm summer evenings when I could hear the races from Grandma Terry's front porch a few miles from the racetrack.
Updated Mar 4, 2004
b1bob Says: 1. 616 North Main Street Built in 1885 by John W. Easley, a merchant and tobacco warehouse owner. His daughter, Mrs. E. L. Evans, Jr., lived there until she died in the 1980s. 2. 700 North Main Street Queen Anne Victorian house with gable roof, 6-bay wraparound porch with...
Buildings on Upper Main Street
b1bob Says: 1. On the right in the same block, is 425-427 Main Street the old Glascock Hardware Buildingwith its iron columns and Victorian Italianate design. This is a block of two stores, one with its original storefront, containing large upper-storey windows with heavy girders and an...
b1bob Says: 1204 Washington Avenue The E. L Evans House is a fine representative example of the Queen Anne style. It was built in 1892 by Edward L. Evans, the impressive residence has elabourately detailed porches, and pressed-brick ornamentation. It is unusual for its porches, wide...
b1bob Says: My grandma Terry lived over on Fenton Street. I would often take the dog for a walk down Fenton past the lodge, up Jeffress, and Yancey rounding out the trip. It's hard to believe so many grand homes were along the short route.1. 1313 Jeffress Street Built in 1896 by James...
Buildings on Lower Main Street
b1bob Says: I have been walking in downtown South Boston since I could walk, but, sadly, I never bothered to look up. I recently discovered how much I was missing:1. The Planters and Merchants Bank at 209 Main Street (now an antique shop called Enchanted Surroundings) is the most...
b1bob Says: At one point in the early 1990s, Downtown South Boston looked to be down and out. Key businesses like Leggett's, J.J. Newberry, Carroll's, Fuller's, and Faulkner & Lawson's drug store closed. Downtown appeared to be destined to fall victim to neglect like the architecturally...
b1bob Says: The Yancey House on 509 Yancey Street is the oldest house in South Boston. Capt. E. B. Jeffress built it about 1840 after he gave up farming on the frequently flooded south side of the river. In 1871 he gave his house to one of his daughters (he had 11 children). The first...
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