Buckingham
Sharon Harrup: A response to concerns about STEPS
As the President & CEO of STEPS, I had decided not to engage in a “point counter point” with citizens who were attempting to slander ...
Guest Columnist, Author at Farmville
College
Michael Christmas looks ahead: Longwood forward builds a legacy
Wednesday’s game highlighted what happens when Michael Christmas takes control. The graduate forward scored a career high 27 points, leading Longwood to a 85-76 home ...
by Guest Columnist, Thursday, January 9, 2025 11:50 pm
Columns
Tammy Mulchi: Here’s what I’ll be working on in the Assembly
I hope each of you had a wonderful Christmas filled with love and cherished moments with family and friends. I understand how challenging the holidays ...
by Guest Columnist, Thursday, January 9, 2025 4:16 am
Buckingham
Central Virginia Christian School eyes construction timeline
The land sale has been approved and the rezoning is working its way through the Buckingham Planning Commission. Now the question remains as to what ...
by Guest Columnist, Wednesday, January 8, 2025 12:08 am
Buckingham
Edward Strickler: The 10th District answers were interesting
First, thank you Farmville Herald for publishing verbatim responses of 10th District Republican candidates who want to represent us in the Virginia Senate. The candidates’ ...
by Guest Columnist, Thursday, December 12, 2024 5:45 pm
Columns
Review: Waterworks Players will keep you merry with Robin Hood
The chill in the December air is a reminder that it’s once again time for the Waterworks Players to perform their annual winter panto. This ...
by Guest Columnist, Thursday, December 12, 2024 4:36 pm
Farmville
The ‘Salute to Service’ returns on Saturday in Farmville
The ‘Salute to Service’ returns this week. The Veterans’ Day tribute project was created by the volunteers known as the “Friends of Farmville Veterans”, a ...
by Guest Columnist, Friday, November 8, 2024 8:07 pm
Cumberland
Cumberland Historical Society: How did Cumberland get its name?
This month, the Cumberland Historical Society will do a little lesson on the name of the county. Where did the name come from? How long ...
by Guest Columnist, Saturday, November 2, 2024 12:43 am
Grateful Boomers
Grateful Boomers find fun in nature, taking a hike at Pleasant Grove
Recently, the Grateful Boomers spent a beautiful fall day at picturesque Pleasant Grove Park in Fluvanna County. Located on the Rivanna River less than an ...
by Guest Columnist, Sunday, October 27, 2024 12:01 am
DEVOTIONAL
Devotional: That they may see …
Last week I had the privilege of doing Hurricane Helene relief work in North Carolina, through Samaritan’s Purse, with a group from my church. I’d ...
by Guest Columnist, Friday, October 25, 2024 5:39 pm
TAMMY MULCHI
Tammy Mulchi: Less than two weeks left
We will be less than two weeks away from the Nov. 5 election by the time this article is published. As we speak, the Biden/Harris ...
by Guest Columnist, Friday, October 25, 2024 5:36 pm
WATERWORKS PLAYERS
Waterworks Theater adds a matinee for The Addams Family
Waterworks Theater combines the macabre with young love this Halloween month with an astoundingly polished and fun production of The Addams Family: A New Musical ...
by Guest Columnist, Thursday, October 17, 2024 11:12 am
Columns
Edward Strickler: We need to get involved with county planning
In the matter of changes for the better with local public education: It is excellent to read and hear residents, taxpayers and voters, business owners, ...
by Guest Columnist, Friday, October 11, 2024 5:02 am
Columns
Justin Pope: For the next school leader, we must aim high
The first thing to say about the departure of Dr. Barbara Johnson as school superintendent is “thank you.” School superintendent has always been a hard ...
by Guest Columnist, Sunday, October 6, 2024 6:26 am
Columns
Lee Banton: If the students aren’t prepared, why take the test?
Editor’s note: This is the third in a series of columns Dr. Lee Banton is writing for the Herald, using his local, regional and state ...
by Guest Columnist, Sunday, October 6, 2024 6:07 am
Education
Lee Banton: Dear Prince Edward, children don’t get a 2nd chance
Editor’s note: This is the second in a series of columns Dr. Banton is writing for the Herald, using his local, regional and state educational ...
by Guest Columnist, Saturday, October 5, 2024 12:56 am
Columns
Lee Banton: Prince Edward schools need to answer this question
Editor’s note: This is the first in a series of columns Dr. Banton put together for the Herald, using his decades of experience in education, ...
by Guest Columnist, Friday, September 27, 2024 10:38 pm
Cumberland
Cumberland Historical Society: A tale of two dresses
This month’s story from the Cumberland Historical Society is a tale of two dresses, really. One is a wedding dress and the other could be ...
by Guest Columnist, Sunday, September 15, 2024 12:08 am
OPINION
William Payne: A discussion of communism in America
As we continue forward in American politics, it seems that the Democrats are increasingly embracing ideas that align with communist principles, even within a short ...
by Guest Columnist, Wednesday, September 11, 2024 12:30 pm
Lifestyle Main
Isabella McCullough: Visiting Disneyland and Flying Home
Editor’s note: Longwood women’s lacrosse player Isabella McCullough has wrapped up her trip to Hong Kong this week, sharing about her experience competing with Team ...
by Guest Columnist, Saturday, August 31, 2024 10:14 am
Columns
Tammy Mulchi: Can plants solve problems? IALR raises question
None of us have considered the possibility that plants could think. However, when Governor Youngkin visited Danville recently, he toured the Institute for Advanced Learning ...
by Guest Columnist, Tuesday, August 27, 2024 12:54 am
Columns
Isabella’s Story: A Day Off in Hong Kong’s Disneyland
Editor’s note: Longwood women’s lacrosse player Isabella McCullough is still in Hong Kong this week, continuing to share about her experience competing with Team Mexico ...
by Guest Columnist, Wednesday, August 21, 2024 7:36 am
DEVOTIONAL
Devotional: What are you known for?
What are you known for? If people were to describe you based on personal experience or your social media posts, would they describe you in ...
by Guest Columnist, Sunday, August 18, 2024 3:36 pm
College
Isabella’s Story: Landing in Hong Kong for the U20 Championship
Editor’s note: Longwood women’s lacrosse player Isabella McCullough is in Hong Kong this week and next. She’s been competing with Team Mexico at the World ...
by Guest Columnist, Friday, August 16, 2024 7:27 pm
Columns
Cainan Townsend: Let’s talk about Moton’s World Heritage status
Happy August, as our K-12 schools prepare to go back to school with our higher education institutions shortly following. I wanted to take this column ...
by Guest Columnist, Thursday, August 8, 2024 12:48 am
Columns
Josh Blakely: We ‘whisper wonder’ about Prince Edward schools
Every July and August, the parents and teachers of Prince Edward County take part in a tradition that feels unique – the “whisper wonder.” As ...
by Guest Columnist, Monday, August 5, 2024 12:40 am
Dr. Witherspoon
Dr. Witherspoon: On Call
A patient in the emergency room of a training hospital required admission for a drug overdose. The ER doctor called the third-year resident who admitted ...
by Guest Columnist, Thursday, August 1, 2024 8:06 am
SportsPlus
Washington Commanders vs. Detroit Lions Divisional Round Tickets Available – Saturday, Jan. 18 at Ford Field
The Washington Commanders (12-5) square off against the Detroit Lions (15-2) in the NFC Divisional round of the…
Timberwolves vs. Wizards Prediction & Picks: Line, Spread, Over/Under – January 13
The Washington Wizards (6-31) will look to end a six-game losing streak when they host the Minnesota Timberwolves…
January 13 NHL TV Schedule: TV Channel, Start Times & Live Streaming Options
The matchups in a Monday NHL schedule that shouldn’t be missed include the Los Angeles Kings squaring off…
How to Watch Top 25 Women’s College Basketball Games – Monday, January 13
Monday’s college basketball slate includes one game featuring a ranked team on the court. That matchup? The Vanderbilt…
Top 25 College Hoops Picks Against the Spread – Monday, January 13
There is one game featuring a ranked team on Monday’s college basketball schedule. Below, we provide against-the-spread picks…