Buckingham
Woodland Church Road fire put out after burning 30 acres
When the first calls came in, Buckingham officials thought the fire was in nearby Nelson County, with smoke just drifting this way. That’s why they ...
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Education
Multiple groups work together to ‘Feed the Community’ in Farmville
The numbers keep growing. For the past eight years, the Fresh Boyz Club has organized a free Thanksgiving meal on the weekend before the holiday. ...
by Brian Carlton, Monday, November 25, 2024 4:29 am
Buckingham
Missing man located in Buckingham County after search
Multiple law enforcement agencies responded to a call for help from the Buckingham County Sheriff’s Office early Sunday morning. The call went out at around ...
by Brian Carlton, Monday, November 25, 2024 12:07 am
College
Longwood enters Paradise, picks up first round win
Welcome to the U.S. Virgin Islands, Longwood. The Lancers (6-0) came through in the clutch to stay unbeaten with a thrilling 89-81 win over UAB, ...
by Brian Carlton, Friday, November 22, 2024 5:19 pm
Buckingham
Brickyard Bulls project moves forward in Buckingham County
The proposal to build a country store and events center at the Brickyard Bulls farm, with agritourism projects planned, will now go to the Buckingham ...
by Brian Carlton, Friday, November 22, 2024 7:06 am
Buckingham
Tree Lighting Tonight: Calendar for the week of Nov. 22, 2024
Throughout the end of this month and into the next, there are festivals, parades, tree lighting events and other Christmas activities going on. We have ...
by Brian Carlton, Friday, November 22, 2024 6:34 am
Buckingham
What is the Virginia Veterans Network? Governor launches project
The goal is to make things easier, Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin said on Nov. 11. Speaking before a Veterans Day Luncheon, he announced the creation ...
by Brian Carlton, Friday, November 22, 2024 12:06 am
Buckingham
Committee chooses method, date for 10th District Republican vote
We have a date for the Republican mass meeting to choose a nominee in the 10th District race. We just don’t have a location yet. ...
by Brian Carlton, Thursday, November 21, 2024 5:25 am
Church & Community
Cumberland Christmas Parade returns, as date & time announced
The date’s been set and now we also know what the themes will be for this year’s Cumberland Christmas Parade. A year after bad weather ...
by Brian Carlton, Thursday, November 21, 2024 5:13 am
Buckingham
‘We need support’: Buckingham superintendent outlines problem
“We need support.” The challenges faced by Buckingham County Public Schools was summed up by Superintendent Dr. John Keeler in those three words. The issue, ...
by Brian Carlton, Thursday, November 21, 2024 12:13 am
Cumberland
Luther P. Jackson School plan set: Cumberland launches committee
The story of Barbara Rose Johns is the one people know. They’ve also heard about Moton High, and the Lost Generation who were kept from ...
by Brian Carlton, Wednesday, November 20, 2024 7:08 am
Buckingham
Buckingham school board signs off on cell phone policy changes
Back in September, the Virginia Department of Education rolled out some expectations for school districts to include in their ‘cell phone free’ education plans, which ...
by Brian Carlton, Wednesday, November 20, 2024 6:44 am
Cumberland
Cumberland supervisors give employees an early gift
Cumberland supervisors wanted to find a way to thank employees for their work over the last year. To do that, the group unanimously voted during ...
by Brian Carlton, Wednesday, November 20, 2024 12:23 am
Business
Dominion Energy scams arrive in Farmville
It’s that time of year again. The temperatures drop at night and scammers try to target Dominion Energy customers. Farmville United Methodist Pastor Susie Thomas ...
by Brian Carlton, Tuesday, November 19, 2024 11:41 am
Buckingham
Buckingham supervisors look to sell industrial park land to school
Last month, the Buckingham County Board of Supervisors agreed to start negotiations on a land sale. The request had come from Central Virginia Christian School, ...
by Brian Carlton, Tuesday, November 19, 2024 10:44 am
Cumberland
Bryan Hamlett enters 10th District State Senate race
A sixth Republican has entered the 10th District State Senate race. Cumberland Supervisor Bryan Hamlett announced Wednesday that he’ll be competing for his party’s nomination ...
by Brian Carlton, Tuesday, November 19, 2024 10:26 am
College
Longwood women’s basketball team picks up road win
The Longwood women’s basketball team had five players score in double figures, led by reigning Co-Big South Player of the Week Frances Ulysse with 14, ...
by Brian Carlton, Tuesday, November 19, 2024 12:19 am
College
Herald News Briefs: Feeding Farmville needs more volunteers
Earlier this month, we spotlighted the work Feeding Farmville does each year. Now the group finds itself in need of help. As they prepare to ...
by Brian Carlton, Monday, November 18, 2024 7:10 am
Buckingham
Buckingham Lady Knights make it three straight district titles
When we talked with Buckingham High Cross Country Coach Bruce Grazier at the end of last season, he already had one goal in mind for ...
by Brian Carlton, Saturday, November 16, 2024 1:23 am
Buckingham
Herald Community Calendar for the week of Nov. 15, 2024
As we continue on through the month of November, a number of church events start popping up on the calendar. Plus, it’s time for fall ...
by Brian Carlton, Saturday, November 16, 2024 12:31 am
Farmville
Farmville police ask for help to ID shooting suspects
On Tuesday, Nov. 12, Farmville’s 911 Center received a report of shots being fired in the area of Parkview Gardens Apartments. No one was injured ...
by Brian Carlton, Friday, November 15, 2024 3:59 pm
Business
Reassessment will be delayed in Prince Edward County
It’s going to take a bit longer than expected for Prince Edward County to finish its real estate reassessment. The group handling the project, Wampler-Eanes ...
by Brian Carlton, Friday, November 15, 2024 6:44 am
Education
Cox tackles multiple projects to help Prince Edward Public Schools
It’s been just over a month since Dr. Joseph Cox took over as interim superintendent for Prince Edward County Public Schools. And already, he has ...
by Brian Carlton, Thursday, November 14, 2024 8:59 am
Farmville
Farmville council makes decision about fence ordinance
After months of discussion by the Farmville town council, a majority have settled on a fence ordinance they can agree on. But since it’s changed ...
by Brian Carlton, Thursday, November 14, 2024 8:04 am
Farmville
As break-ins continue, Farmville police urge residents to lock up
Keep your cars locked when you’re not inside. The Farmville Police Department continues to ask residents to take precautions after another round of break-ins and ...
by Brian Carlton, Wednesday, November 13, 2024 12:04 pm
Business
Tap Fees Reduced? Farmville council has questions about proposal
Should the Town of Farmville lower its tap fees for developers? Before giving an answer, council members want some more information. A tap fee is ...
by Brian Carlton, Tuesday, November 12, 2024 1:15 am
Farmville
Farmville pays tribute to veterans with annual ceremony
Monday’s event was a celebration, both of those who currently fight for our country and the ones who did so in the past. The Town ...
by Brian Carlton, Tuesday, November 12, 2024 12:52 am
SportsPlus
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