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Prince Edward

Student saves choking child

A nursing student at Prince Edward County High School (PECHS) saved the life of an elementary school student who was choking on a school bus ... Read more

by Emily Hollingsworth, Thursday, February 22, 2018 11:38 am

Longwood

Death cafe set for Saturday

The loss of a loved one — or thinking about death — can feel isolating to many. An event Saturday seeks to provide a safe ... Read more

by Emily Hollingsworth, Thursday, February 22, 2018 11:31 am

Cumberland

K-9 receives bulletproof vest

A K-9 with the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office has been equipped with a protective vest he can now wear on assignments, the county sheriff confirmed.  ... Read more

by Emily Hollingsworth, Thursday, February 22, 2018 11:23 am

Church & Community

Playwright attends production

Members of the Farmville community and beyond spent the evening sharing laughter and watching heartfelt performances from the Waterworks Players’ production of “The Charitable Sisterhood ... Read more

by Emily Hollingsworth, Thursday, February 22, 2018 9:20 am

Church & Community

‘A week in Farmville’

Though Henri Hermans only visited the Town of Farmville for about a week, he is among those who are working to bring Hotel Weyanoke, at ... Read more

by Emily Hollingsworth, Thursday, February 22, 2018 9:13 am

Local

Program honors black history

“I need you You need me We’re all part of God’s family” Participants in the Central High Museum-sponsored Black History Month program Saturday at Randolph-Henry ... Read more

by Emily Hollingsworth, Tuesday, February 20, 2018 9:39 pm

Farmville

‘Start of a new tradition’

Valentine’s Day decorations and upbeat music greeted participants of the Heart Hop, held at Centra Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) at 1506 ... Read more

by Emily Hollingsworth, Tuesday, February 20, 2018 9:36 pm

Farmville

Stewart comes to Farmville

Corey Stewart, U.S. Senate candidate for Virginia, visited the Town of Farmville on Friday to discuss policies and to answer questions from those in the ... Read more

by Emily Hollingsworth, Tuesday, February 20, 2018 9:30 pm

Cumberland

Hoyt is new assistant principal

Andrew Hoyt, an educator at Cumberland County Middle School, is the new assistant principal of the school, Cumberland County Public Schools (CUCPS) Superintendent Dr. Amy ... Read more

by Emily Hollingsworth, Tuesday, February 20, 2018 9:26 pm

Local

Sneathern visits area

Andrew Sneathern, who is running for Congressman in the 5th Congressional District, discussed his policies regarding economic growth, education and environmental concerns during an event ... Read more

by Emily Hollingsworth, Tuesday, February 20, 2018 8:58 pm

Local

Grad jump-starts company

A graduate of Prince Edward County High School has launched a clothing company with the intent to celebrate creativity and self-expression. Tamera Langhorne recently opened ... Read more

by Emily Hollingsworth, Tuesday, February 20, 2018 8:55 pm

WORTH A WORD

Uniting for a cause

Participants gathered at Centra Southside Community Hospital last Thursday to enjoy ice cream and learn more about a nonprofit organization that is set to have ... Read more

by Emily Hollingsworth, Thursday, February 15, 2018 2:21 pm

Cumberland

County vote approved of ACP yard

Members of the Cumberland County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously in favor of a temporary construction yard for the Atlantic Coast Pipeline (ACP) on Tuesday ... Read more

by Emily Hollingsworth, Thursday, February 15, 2018 2:05 pm

Farmville

Kickoff begins for walk

Representatives with March of Dimes and Centra Southside Community Hospital held an ice cream social last Thursday to kick off efforts to raise funds for ... Read more

by Emily Hollingsworth, Thursday, February 15, 2018 1:57 pm

Cumberland

Duncan new planning director

J.P. Duncan was appointed as planning director and zoning administrator in Cumberland County, members of the Cumberland County Board of Supervisors announced during Tuesday’s board ... Read more

by Emily Hollingsworth, Thursday, February 15, 2018 1:48 pm

Farmville

Community attends health fair

Members of the Farmville community spent Valentine’s Day morning seeking to learn more about their heart health during a community heart health fair held at ... Read more

by Emily Hollingsworth, Thursday, February 15, 2018 1:18 pm

Prince Edward

None injured in train fire

A fire from a locomotive traveling eastbound on a line west of Farmville resulted in no injuries, Meherrin Fire & Rescue Chief and a director ... Read more

by Emily Hollingsworth, Thursday, February 15, 2018 1:04 pm

Farmville

Services for area veterans

Disabled veterans in need of assistance in the Heart of Virginia may have advocates from area organizations, including the Piedmont Area Veterans Council and representatives ... Read more

by Emily Hollingsworth, Tuesday, February 13, 2018 12:04 pm

Farmville

Businesses see development

Representatives from Green Front Furniture and Sandy River Outdoor Adventure spoke about the recent developments taking place at their businesses during the Farmville Area Chamber ... Read more

by Emily Hollingsworth, Tuesday, February 13, 2018 12:00 pm

Cumberland

Puppies rescued in fire

A fire that resulted in a total loss of a home in Cumberland had involved the rescue of four puppies on Jan. 30. Cumberland County ... Read more

by Emily Hollingsworth, Tuesday, February 13, 2018 11:54 am

Cumberland

Main water line break at school

A main water line break at Cumberland County Elementary School’s pump house has been repaired, representatives of the Cumberland County Volunteer Fire Department and the ... Read more

by Emily Hollingsworth, Thursday, February 8, 2018 1:45 pm

Cumberland

Hearing to discuss road name

A public hearing has been set during the Cumberland County Board of Supervisors meeting Feb. 13 to discuss a potential renaming of a road in ... Read more

by Emily Hollingsworth, Thursday, February 8, 2018 1:12 pm

Prince Edward

Cuisine to abound at event

Participants can expect delicious foods ranging from pizzas, to tacos, to barbecued ribs and breakfast during Prince Edward County Public School’s (PECPS) second Food Truck ... Read more

by Emily Hollingsworth, Thursday, February 8, 2018 12:50 pm

Cumberland

ACP yard subject of hearing

Members of the Cumberland County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing Tuesday to receive input from residents about a conditional use permit for ... Read more

by Emily Hollingsworth, Thursday, February 8, 2018 12:43 pm

News

Events set to warm hearts

Several events throughout the Heart of Virginia aim for different ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day weekend in style. The first event will combine crafts, activities ... Read more

by Emily Hollingsworth, Thursday, February 8, 2018 11:19 am

Cumberland

Venue permit to be determined

An events venue will be the subject of a public hearing held Tuesday by the Cumberland County Board of Supervisors. Recommendation for the conditional use ... Read more

by Emily Hollingsworth, Thursday, February 8, 2018 11:14 am

Church & Community

For Cook, teaching’s a science

While heavy snowfall and ice closed schools and kept students at home, students at Cumberland County Middle School were still able to tune into some ... Read more

by Emily Hollingsworth, Thursday, February 8, 2018 9:01 am

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