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Messages of hope
Volunteers who took part in a beautification of several restrooms at Prince Edward County Middle School (PECMS) and ... Read more
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News
PRJ votes to extend contract
The Piedmont Regional Jail Authority (PRJVA) voted to extend the contract of its medical service provider through Dec. ... Read more
News
Board takes vote on B&B
Members of the Buckingham Board of Supervisors approved a special use permit for a proposed bed and breakfast ... Read more
Cumberland
Landfill concerns persist
Conversation and actions about the proposed Green Ridge landfill have taken place prior to a meeting that is ... Read more
Prince Edward
Speakes honored
Joy Cabarrus Speakes was honored for her service to the Robert Russa Moton Museum earlier this month, particularly ... Read more
News
Grants benefit organizations
Grants from the Centra Foundation’s 2018 Community Health Initiative Fund resulted in grants for more than $500,000 to ... Read more
Farmville
Crash linked to power outage
Power has been restored to downtown Farmville and Midtown Square after a vehicle struck a transformer, reportedly creating ... Read more
Buckingham
Howe presents on weapons safety
Frank Howe, a representative of the newly-formed organization based in Buckingham, Buckingham Citizens for a Safe Society, gave ... Read more
Lifestyles
Moving on up
Hundreds of incoming freshmen students moved into dormitories at Longwood University on Thursday, while family members and friends ... Read more
Buckingham
VDEQ presents on permit
A meeting Thursday at the Buckingham County Peter Francisco Auditorium offered an overview of and some answered questions ... Read more
News
Testing the Appomattox River
Those who boat, canoe or play by the Appomattox River can thank volunteers from the Heart of Virginia ... Read more
Farmville
Eggleston celebrated for milestones
Carl U. Eggleston, and Eggleston Funeral Establishment located on South Main Street, reached several milestones this year. The ... Read more
Cumberland
Board talks Dollar General store
The Cumberland County Board of Supervisors voted to set public hearings for a Dollar General store at the ... Read more
Opinion
Here’s to 50 more years
Friends, colleagues and loved ones celebrated several milestones for Carl U. Eggleston Saturday at the Firemen’s Sports Arena. ... Read more
News
Reservoir substation approved
The Cumberland County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously to approve a substation that would be used by the ... Read more
News
Accident sends two to hospital
An accident near the 600 block of High Street Monday afternoon resulted in two being transported to the ... Read more
News
CRC addresses rescue squad challenges
The Commonwealth Regional Council (CRC) is taking preliminary actions to address regional challenges rescue squads in the area ... Read more
Opinion
Keeping watch for scams
TRIAD, an organization that partners with area law enforcement such as Prince Edward County Sheriff’s Office and Farmville ... Read more
News
PRJ expense report reveals fivefold travel increase
Representatives from Robinson, Farmer, Cox Associates (RFC) addressed the Piedmont Regional Jail Authority board about its review of ... Read more
News
Centra to open pediatric center
A medical center specifically for children under the age of 18 is expected to open mid-September at the ... Read more
News
TRIAD talks fraud prevention
Fraud and identity theft pose real danger for residents in the Heart of Virginia. Prince Edward County TRIAD, ... Read more
Cumberland
Public meeting set for landfill
A public meeting set for Aug. 28 is expected to provide additional details on the next steps for ... Read more
Pipeline
Stop work order issued for ACP
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), in a notification issued Friday, ordered a stop-work order for the Atlantic ... Read more
News
Cycling for advocacy
Members of a fraternity cycled across the country to raise funds and awareness for those with disabilities. Journey ... Read more
Cumberland
Judge rules against referendum
An emergency motion to dismiss a request for a referendum was granted by a judge during a hearing ... Read more
Farmville
Festivities and first responders
Several block parties in the Farmville area Tuesday generated good food, fun and a sense of community. The ... Read more
Buckingham
Community discusses ACP permit
Community members gathered at Union Hill Baptist Church in Buckingham on Monday, Aug. 6, to discuss the recently ... Read more