Columns
Right to address mileage
Though issues in a board of supervisors meeting may begin in a room, the impact of those discussions ... Read more
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Buckingham
Bridge holds first campout
Several families from the Heart of Virginia were among the first to camp out overnight on High Bridge, ... Read more
Church & Community
A nuptial first for High Bridge
Few couples can say they’ve exchanged vows 125 feet off the ground. Ervin and Lori Lambert Beekman, however, ... Read more
Buckingham
Rumsey takes the crown
Olivia Rumsey remembers the first pageant gown she competed in as a teenager. It’s something she still owns. ... Read more
Buckingham
No tax increases in budget
No tax increases and a soon-to-be determined projects allocation are among the highlights of the proposed $126,750 2017-18 ... Read more
Education
Fuqua opens new pool house
Fuqua School’s newly renovated pool house has become available to the community just in time for summer. The ... Read more
Local
Hearing set on amendment to fence ordinance
The Prince Edward County Board of Supervisors has set a public hearing regarding amending the county’s fence ordinance. ... Read more
Local
Supervisors discuss mileage reimbursements
Members of the Prince Edward County Board of Supervisors have been reimbursed between $40 and $1,733 over a ... Read more
Cumberland
Fundraiser nets $1,000 for VFD
Members of the Cumberland Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary felt that by feeding people in the community, it could ... Read more
Cumberland
Discussion continues on reservoir
The majority of neighbors who agreed on a land use map for land surrounding the Cobbs Creek Reservoir ... Read more
Education
Radcliff named board rector
Longwood University’s Board of Visitors appointed its newest rector and board officers during a weekend-long annual retreat recently, ... Read more
Church & Community
Event showcases antiques, rarities
Classic vehicles ranging from a 1915 Model-T Ford to a 2014 Dodge Challenger were on display during the ... Read more
Cumberland
County awards EMS bid
The Cumberland Board of Supervisors awarded a one-year contract to its current emergency medical service (EMS) provider during ... Read more
Church & Community
Opera draws large crowd
A large gathering attended the 2017 Summer Garden Opera, held Saturday at 413 Second Ave. in Farmville. The ... Read more
Buckingham
Harshman named principal
Zane Harshman has been named principal of Buckingham County Middle School, filling the vacancy created when J.B. Heslip ... Read more
Business
Construction progresses at brewery
Third Street Brewing Co., located at 312 W. Third St. in downtown Farmville and slated to open its ... Read more
Local
Sunday accident sends one to hospital
A single-vehicle accident Sunday resulted in one person being transported to the hospital for treatment of injuries. Hampden-Sydney ... Read more
Education
Five will run in first election
Five people have filed to run for four seats on the Prince Edward County School Board in the ... Read more
Cumberland
New fire house making progress
Progress is being made on the new Cartersville Volunteer Fire House currently under construction on Route 45, just ... Read more
Cumberland
Sutton travels abroad
Preston Sutton, a rising senior at Cumberland County High School, has surpassed incredible odds. Sutton was one of ... Read more
Farmville
Film series marks 20th season
Stars under the Stars, an annual downtown summer film series at the historic Crute Stage at the corner ... Read more
Buckingham
Officials address roadway curb
Q: What is the Town of Dillwyn doing to improve safety on Main Street about the curb near ... Read more
Buckingham
New bridge opens on Route 20
A new bridge has opened to motorists that spans the Slate River on Route 20 north of Dillwyn. ... Read more
Cumberland
Supervisors discuss roundabout
Supervisors in Cumberland County discussed a planned roundabout at the intersection of routes 45 and 690 during their ... Read more
Education
Reunions could draw 1,000
Longwood University and Hampden-Sydney College (H-SC) are gearing up for their respective reunions slated for this weekend seeking ... Read more
Education
Tuition will increase
Longwood University’s Board of Visitors has raised tuition and mandatory fees costs for in-state and out-of-state students by ... Read more
Columns
She’s inspired by the interfaith dinner
A small gathering of a few dozen people in Farmville last Saturday may have taken steps toward increased unity ... Read more