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Farmville

Vigil fosters love, unity

Members of different faiths and beliefs remarked on the importance of community, respect and love during a vigil held Sunday afternoon at the Prince Edward ... Read more

by Emily Hollingsworth, Tuesday, October 3, 2017 10:15 am

Farmville

More vandalisms reported Thursday

Two more buildings Farmville were struck by instances of vandalism Thursday — similar to what was discovered last Wednesday at a mosque in downtown Farmville. The ... Read more

by Emily Hollingsworth, Tuesday, October 3, 2017 9:58 am

Prince Edward

Man struck by dump truck on Route 15

A road work crew member was admitted to the University of Virginia (U.Va.) Hospital after being struck by a dump truck Sunday morning. William Osborne, ... Read more

by Emily Hollingsworth, Sunday, October 1, 2017 4:52 pm

Dillwyn

Grant aids housing project

A grant from the state totaling more than $176,000 is set to fund a housing rehabilitation project in the Town of Dillwyn. Dillwyn was announced ... Read more

by Emily Hollingsworth, Thursday, September 28, 2017 3:27 pm

Farmville

Helping those with Alzheimer’s

Being affected by Alzheimer’s Disease or caring for a loved one with the disease can be an isolating and daunting experience. Leaders and health care ... Read more

by Emily Hollingsworth, Thursday, September 28, 2017 2:01 pm

Buckingham

‘Opportunity in unity’

Organizers of a community walk set for Saturday in Dillwyn intend to create unity, form bonds and forge greater town pride. The walk will take ... Read more

by Emily Hollingsworth, Thursday, September 28, 2017 1:51 pm

Farmville

Vandals target mosque

Graffiti with expletive language was discovered on an exterior wall of the Islamic Center of Prince Edward County’s mosque, located at 300 N. South St., ... Read more

by Emily Hollingsworth, Wednesday, September 27, 2017 2:09 pm

Education

Jenkins appointed to school board

Members of the Prince Edward County School Board voted Monday evening to appoint lifelong Rice resident General Jenkins to serve alongside them, representing the Lockett ... Read more

by Emily Hollingsworth, Thursday, September 21, 2017 2:32 pm

Education

Vision, mission aim to inspire

A new vision and mission for Prince Edward County Public Schools (PECPS) seeks to foster unity, excellence and inclusiveness and overcome perceptions of the school ... Read more

by Emily Hollingsworth, Thursday, September 21, 2017 2:22 pm

Columns

A call for internships

The growing list of qualifications and skills potential employees need to enter the job market or realm of secondary education is something that directly affects ... Read more

by Emily Hollingsworth, Tuesday, September 19, 2017 11:05 am

Church & Community

Dinner offers new connections

An organization in Farmville is seeking to continue a series of unique dinners and discussions by holding an outdoor dinner event Friday. The Interfaith Collective, ... Read more

by Emily Hollingsworth, Tuesday, September 19, 2017 10:54 am

Cumberland

Resolution encourages park funding

A resolution unanimously approved by supervisors in Cumberland County on Sept. 12 requests the Virginia General Assembly to fully fund Virginia’s state parks in 2018. ... Read more

by Emily Hollingsworth, Tuesday, September 19, 2017 10:51 am

Buckingham

Supervisors table campground action

The Buckingham County Board of Supervisors agreed to table a permit and approve a zoning text amendment Monday regarding a special use permit for a ... Read more

by Emily Hollingsworth, Thursday, September 14, 2017 1:16 pm

Local

Event remembers loved ones

Master Gunnery Sgt. Barry Bartasavich, of Blackstone, was at U.S. Marine Corps base Camp Lejeune in North Carolina the morning of Sept. 11, 2001 when ... Read more

by Emily Hollingsworth, Thursday, September 14, 2017 12:44 pm

Lifestyle Main

Exhibit showcases White’s talents

A reception celebrating the art and talents of musician and artist Jim White took place at the j fergeson gallery on North Main Street on Friday. ... Read more

by Emily Hollingsworth, Thursday, September 14, 2017 9:53 am

Buckingham

Wine event is Sept. 16

An event that promises wines from four Virginia wineries, live music, fresh cuisine and a good time will benefit a local cause Saturday. The second ... Read more

by Emily Hollingsworth, Tuesday, September 12, 2017 9:49 am

Local

Responders honored

Law enforcement, volunteer rescue squad personnel, first responders and volunteer firefighters in the Heart of Virginia were honored Sunday during a Valor Day event observed ... Read more

by Emily Hollingsworth, Tuesday, September 12, 2017 9:46 am

COLLEGE

Robinson gets top honors

A Piedmont Virginia Community College (PVCC) professor from Cartersville who’s been working to offer the most opportunities for students to thrive was recently recognized by ... Read more

by Emily Hollingsworth, Thursday, September 7, 2017 1:37 pm

Longwood

Scholarship winner embraces diversity

On a bulletin board in the ARC Quad at Longwood University, students notice layered purple and gold tissue paper, photos of notable people and messages ... Read more

by Emily Hollingsworth, Thursday, September 7, 2017 12:59 pm

Meherrin

Book celebrates Springfield Baptist

An effort to recognize the church that shaped them drew four sisters and lifetime members of Springfield Baptist Church in Meherrin to write a book ... Read more

by Emily Hollingsworth, Thursday, September 7, 2017 12:47 pm

Prince Edward

Candidates address board

Members of the Prince Edward County School Board heard from candidates seeking to be considered for appointment to represent the Lockett District during their meeting ... Read more

by Emily Hollingsworth, Thursday, September 7, 2017 12:25 pm

Farmville

Goodwill to reopen

Farmville’s Goodwill at 1425-A South Main St. is set to reopen Wednesday, Sept. 6. The nonprofit, which closed at the beginning of July for renovations, ... Read more

by Emily Hollingsworth, Tuesday, September 5, 2017 12:48 pm

Business

Restaurant set to open

Working to blend new flavors with repurposed materials in downtown Farmville, Bill McKay and Maureen Walls-McKay are set to open a restaurant on 119A N. ... Read more

by Emily Hollingsworth, Thursday, August 31, 2017 1:58 pm

Cumberland

Subdivision proposed for landfill site

The Cumberland County Planning Commission held a discussion during its Monday meeting regarding an application for a subdivision where planners expressed concerns about the consequences ... Read more

by Emily Hollingsworth, Thursday, August 31, 2017 1:48 pm

Business

Buffalo Creek Guitar set to close

Buffalo Creek Guitar Co., a guitar studio at 401 E. Third St. that has cultivated a space for seasoned and budding musicians in the Heart ... Read more

by Emily Hollingsworth, Thursday, August 31, 2017 11:48 am

Farmville

Suspects sought in break-in

Farmville Police are investigating a breaking and entering at Ayers Building and Supply Co. Inc. at 710 N. Main St. that resulted in “multiple firearms” ... Read more

by Emily Hollingsworth, Wednesday, August 30, 2017 3:08 pm

Buckingham

Missing 2-year-old found safe

It was neighbor Dawn Wilson who located little Levi Hertzler. The 2-year-old, who went missing for more than two hours Tuesday off of Deer Run ... Read more

by Emily Hollingsworth, Tuesday, August 29, 2017 2:00 pm

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