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Amherst Holiday Shopping Guide - Black Friday deals and Amherst Malls and Outlets


Between his hardworking elves and all those lists he gets, Santa has it easy.  For the rest of us, holiday gift giving can be a little more challenging. We’ve put...

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EarthTalk: Fashion's footprint

from:EarthTalk


Dear EarthTalk: Can you enlighten on the environmental impact of the fashion industry? As I understand it, the industry overall is no friend to the environment.  --...

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Swine flu information, symptoms and resources for Amherst County


The reports of Swine Flu in Virginia (official name, H1N1) are alarming, but as the virus remains in the headlines, experts are urging common-sense in handling the...

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An Invitation to our Amherst Community: BLOG ON!


Since this site is all about Amherst, we’d like to get the unique perspectives of local bloggers. If you’ve been blogging, great – send your name, email and a link to your...

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Amherst County Apple Picking Orchards and Apple Farms for Amherst County


Want a unique, fun activity for fall in the Amherst County, VA area? Find apple picking orchards, apple farms, apple festivals for Amherst County, Virginia. Here is a list of...

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Amherst County Pumpkin Patch Farms and Pumpkin Picking Guide - Amherst County


Local Pumpkin Patch Farms - go pick pumpkin's at a local farm in the Amherst County Virginia area.
When there’s a crisp snap in the air, nothing beats a day at the...

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Attention Parents and Special Educators!

from:ROPSEA

We are currently developing a parent support group for parents of children with special needs in the counties of Nelson and Amherst. ROPSEA (Rural Outreach Parent Support,...

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Find Virginia Corn Mazes - Get lost in a Virginia haunted Halloween corn maze this season!

Imagine entering a giant puzzle … one that's tall, green and full of surprises. This is the experience of a Virginia corn maze and it's a great, old-fashioned way to have...

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AmericanTowns PR Tool: Getting publicity for your Amherst organization has never been easier

If your nonprofit group in Amherst is looking to let the community know out about an upcoming event, activity or initiative, our PR Tool is here to help! Here's how it works: when...

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Weekend Activities in and around Amherst

Give yourself a Time Out this week and treat your­self to a day out on­ ­the town. Whether you're in the mood to do some shopping, house hunting, catch a movie or just enjoy...

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