We followed a 160-year-old Civil War map straight into the past, armed with metal detectors and a deep respect for history. Each beep brought us closer to uncovering relics left behind by soldiers and ...

We decided to follow a 160-year-old Civil War map to see if it still held any truth. At first, we weren’t sure the landmarks even lined up anymore. Then the metal detectors started hitting solid ...

Arthur Carter was always proud of his lineage. “The first night I met him at a mixer at Georgetown University, he told me all about the Eastern Shore of Virginia,” said his widow, Marsha Carter. “He ...

Visitors to this year’s Dogwood Festival can get a glimpse into Civil War-era life in Farmville thanks to a special exhibit being featured at the town’s May Museum. The museum, 3802 S. Main St., will ...