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Education

NCI could be Longwood affiliate

During recent months, Longwood University and New College Institute (NCI) have discussed the possibility of NCI becoming an affiliate of the university. “It’s important to ... Read more

by Carson Reeher, Monday, October 31, 2016 6:50 pm

Church & Community

It’s the Great Pumpkin

It’s not every day anyone sees someone driving a large pumpkin in a truck down the road. This year, though, David Wilmoth found himself doing ... Read more

by Carson Reeher, Thursday, October 27, 2016 1:13 pm

Business

PECHS gains access to microbiology lab

Students at Prince Edward County High School (PECHS) are getting hands-on experience in a real microbiology lab thanks to a grant from the Dominion Foundation. ... Read more

by Carson Reeher, Thursday, October 27, 2016 11:26 am

Church & Community

A tin-canned success story

All it takes is a can-do attitude and a basket of ingredients to achieve success at the Prince Edward County Cannery. Now that stew season ... Read more

by Carson Reeher, Thursday, October 27, 2016 7:12 am

News

It’s the Great Pumpkin, Mr. Wilmoth

It’s not every day anyone sees someone driving a large pumpkin in a truck down the road. This year, though, David Wilmoth found himself doing ... Read more

by Carson Reeher, Wednesday, October 26, 2016 9:32 pm

Cumberland

Walk n’ Rolling for canines

Colleen Roberts “Walk ‘n Rolled” with her dog, Oatlyn, in Richmond to raise money to a cause near and dear to her. The DogFest Walk ... Read more

by Carson Reeher, Wednesday, October 26, 2016 9:22 pm

Church & Community

A military salute, by tractor

One man is driving 15 mph around the country to change lives for veterans, “one mile at a time.” C. Ivan Stoltzfus recently set off ... Read more

by Carson Reeher, Tuesday, October 25, 2016 2:22 pm

Cumberland

Christmas ‘Mother’ gets donation

Randy Redd, owner of Virginia Family Services (VFS), said he “wanted to really give back to the community, not just have a business here.” From ... Read more

by Carson Reeher, Monday, October 24, 2016 7:51 pm

Cumberland

Color Run toward success

Cumberland students were given a colorful reward for their good behavior in class. Students who had shown positive behavior during the first nine weeks were ... Read more

by Carson Reeher, Thursday, October 20, 2016 11:50 am

Education

Whisonant makes tuition easy

One Longwood University alumna was inspired by her college experience to help others afford a higher education. Stacie Whisonant grew up in South Hill, spent ... Read more

by Carson Reeher, Thursday, October 20, 2016 1:11 am

Education

Students, staff recognized

The Cumberland County School Board recognized students and faculty members for their achievements during the board’s regular meeting Oct. 10. “I am both pleased and ... Read more

by Carson Reeher, Tuesday, October 18, 2016 2:21 pm

Education

Students exchange cultures

During the past two weeks, 12 visitors from Germany called Prince Edward County home. The guests were visiting through Prince Edward County High School’s (PECHS) ... Read more

by Carson Reeher, Tuesday, October 18, 2016 2:16 pm

Education

LCVA hosts honored authors

Guests gathered last week to hear three nationally acclaimed book winners share their insights. The Longwood Center for the Visual Arts (LCVA) hosted the panel ... Read more

by Carson Reeher, Tuesday, October 18, 2016 2:15 pm

Education

LU reports three assaults

An alleged sexual assault reported by Longwood University this weekend is the third in the past month. According to a university spokesperson, the most recent ... Read more

by Carson Reeher, Tuesday, October 18, 2016 2:10 pm

Education

Students exchange cultures

During the past two weeks, 12 visitors from Germany called Prince Edward County home. The guests were visiting through Prince Edward County High School’s (PECHS) ... Read more

by Carson Reeher, Monday, October 17, 2016 11:41 pm

Local

Board cuts salary increase

Prince Edward County supervisors have eliminated a budgeted 2 percent salary increase for county employees for fiscal year 2017. The decision comes as a result ... Read more

by Carson Reeher, Thursday, October 13, 2016 10:40 am

Church & Community

On-the-go bookshelf

A mobile book shelf is on the move in Downtown Farmville. The READ Farmville Book Cart — maintained by Virginia Children’s Book Festival (VCBF) staff ... Read more

by Carson Reeher, Thursday, October 13, 2016 10:00 am

Education

Longwood sign vandalized

The recently installed Longwood University gateway sign has been vandalized over a series of nights, according to Director of Communications and Media Relations Matt McWilliams. ... Read more

by Carson Reeher, Wednesday, October 12, 2016 8:11 pm

Education

New chiller approved

The Prince Edward County School Board agreed to fund a new chiller at the elementary school during this school year. The board will use remaining ... Read more

by Carson Reeher, Tuesday, October 11, 2016 6:10 pm

Buckingham

Annual book festival returns: About 7,000 students expected to participate

This week, Longwood University will welcome classes and families from across the state for the third annual Virginia Children’s Book Festival (VCBF). The event fosters ... Read more

by Carson Reeher, Tuesday, October 11, 2016 4:57 pm

Education

Prince Edward students earn recognitions

Several parties were recognized for their hard work during the October meeting of the Prince Edward County School Board. Among those recognized were German exchange ... Read more

by Carson Reeher, Tuesday, October 11, 2016 4:53 pm

Farmville

Longwood students get golden tickets: Raffle gives Lancers a front row to history at their school

There’s no debate — Longwood University students had a terrific experience becoming part of history this week. Among the nearly 5,100 students who attend the ... Read more

by Carson Reeher, Thursday, October 6, 2016 2:46 pm

Longwood basketball

Farmville

VP debate brings days of fun

Longwood University hosted more than just a debate. It provided days of opportunities for academic enrichment and fun. Students, faculty, staff and local residents joined ... Read more

by Carson Reeher, Thursday, October 6, 2016 2:39 pm

Education

Lancer improves literacy

What is now a nationally recognized book, tour and movement, began as a Longwood University student’s idea. Kathryn Starke, a Longwood alum and founder of ... Read more

by Carson Reeher, Wednesday, October 5, 2016 7:15 pm

Farmville

Information Center: Behind the scenes

While students were celebrating, media groups were producing content and members of the community were watching Tuesday’s festivities unfold, a small group of dedicated employees were ... Read more

by Carson Reeher, Wednesday, October 5, 2016 1:52 am

Farmville

CNN live from Wheeler

Throughout the day Tuesday, CNN filmed live broadcast from Wheeler lawn on Longwood’s campus. Both students and community members watched the broadcast on a large screen ... Read more

by Carson Reeher, Tuesday, October 4, 2016 5:05 pm

Education

Recycled rhythms

The Junkman brought more than just recycled “junk” with him to Fuqua School last week. He brought laughter, clapping hands and stomping feet for students ... Read more

by Carson Reeher, Tuesday, October 4, 2016 4:18 pm

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