Buckingham
‘Right to Retrieve’ upheld by VA’s high court, hunters win
Prince Edward County fielded several hunting related calls in the past year, said Sheriff Tony Epps, but only one that involved the right to retrieve ...
Jeff Moore, Author at Farmville
NEWS
What happens to the mail we send?
The effects left in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene have led to a major disruption to the way the U.S. Postal Service delivers mail to ...
by Jeff Moore, Thursday, October 10, 2024 9:31 am
Buckingham
CODI Alert set up to help search for missing children in region
If a child goes missing in Prince Edward or Cumberland, up until now Virginia State Police couldn’t issue an alert unless he or she had ...
by Jeff Moore, Monday, October 7, 2024 7:23 am
Farmville
What does the crime report say about Farmville, Prince Edward?
Editor’s note: This is the first in a three-part series, as we look at the data from the annual Crime in Virginia report. Up next ...
by Jeff Moore, Thursday, September 26, 2024 12:06 am
Buckingham
How will postal plan affect region?
When Prince Edward County residents heard about the announcement made last week by the United States Postal Service, they had two questions. First, what will ...
by Jeff Moore, Sunday, September 8, 2024 3:41 pm
Cumberland
Cumberland, Prince Edward farmers adapt to new DMV rule
One month later, and so far, there’s been few problems for farmers in Buckingham, Cumberland and Prince Edward in adapting to the new law. Back ...
by Jeff Moore, Sunday, September 8, 2024 12:01 am
Buckingham
What’s next? VA school accreditation changes near approval
In the last print edition, we took a look at Standards of Learning pass rates for all three of our counties. But beyond that, officials ...
by Jeff Moore, Sunday, August 25, 2024 6:41 pm
Buckingham
Tropical Storm Debby keeps moving. Here’s when it’ll hit Farmville.
When will it hit? That’s the big question surrounding Tropical Storm Debby, as we’re expected to get some rain from the storm later today. But ...
by Jeff Moore, Wednesday, August 7, 2024 12:40 pm
Buckingham
Kinex Telecom users targeted by email scam
If you get an email that seems to be from Kinex Telecom, take a second look before clicking on it. Over the last week, a ...
by Jeff Moore, Thursday, July 25, 2024 12:01 am
Local
Pressing Pause: State holds off on water decision, wants data
Before a review of regional water needs continues, state officials want more information from the Town of Crewe. Virginia’s Secretary of Finance has announced he ...
by Jeff Moore, Monday, July 1, 2024 12:57 am
Business
Kinex high-speed internet project moves forward
The good news is that for parts of Prince Edward and Cumberland counties, the lines have been laid. Work is continuing on the Kinex Telecom ...
by Jeff Moore, Monday, July 1, 2024 12:02 am
Buckingham
Executive Order 31: How will Youngkin’s decision affect elections?
The June 18 primaries have ended, at least for the most part. But as the 5th District fight continues, it’s time to take a look ...
by Jeff Moore, Sunday, June 23, 2024 11:46 pm
Buckingham
VA Assembly changes law for farmers with unregistered vehicles
Buckingham, Cumberland and Prince Edward County farmers who rely on unregistered pickup trucks, panel trucks and sport utility vehicles as part of their work will ...
by Jeff Moore, Saturday, June 22, 2024 12:56 am
Buckingham
Unemployment rate keeps dropping in Prince Edward, Buckingham
The numbers keep dropping and in this case, that’s a good thing. Based on the data released last week, we’re starting to see the unemployment ...
by Jeff Moore, Monday, June 10, 2024 12:24 am
Buckingham
Is change coming? State proposes new hunting with hounds rules
Should there be more rules controlling when and how you can go hunting with hounds in Buckingham County? How about in Cumberland or Prince Edward? ...
by Jeff Moore, Friday, May 31, 2024 12:30 am
Education
FAFSA delays cause problems for students across the region
FAFSA delays are causing headaches for both students and parents across the region. Normally, incoming college freshmen get financial aid packages by late April or ...
by Jeff Moore, Sunday, May 19, 2024 12:05 am
Business
Yes or No: Two counties waiting for one-word answer about water
Whenever the decision happens, it’ll either be a simple yes or no. However, it’s going to be a minute before the regional water argument is settled. ...
by Jeff Moore, Friday, May 17, 2024 8:31 am
Amish
How will Amish buggy law be enforced? Counties weigh options
If you have an animal-drawn vehicle on the road, like an Amish buggy for example, a change in Virginia law now requires lights or reflectors ...
by Jeff Moore, Friday, May 3, 2024 5:24 am
Amish
Safety concerns continue for Amish, with state decision needed
Area counties are relying on increased signage and education to improve safety for Amish buggies traveling area roads. This is because General Assembly action is ...
by Jeff Moore, Wednesday, April 24, 2024 9:52 am
Local
Prince Edward gets good news, enterprise zone request approved
It went down to the wire, but Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin put pen to paper Monday night, signing House Bill 61 hours before the 11:59 ...
by Jeff Moore, Sunday, April 14, 2024 7:10 pm
BUSINESS
Nearly zero writeoffs: Farmville collects all but a few dollars
The Farmville staff puts their tools to work to ensure that nearly 100% of real estate taxes are paid. And at the end of the ...
by Jeff Moore, Tuesday, March 5, 2024 12:29 am
Buckingham
Prince Edward, Buckingham collect nearly all tax debt
Some area treasurers prove true Benjamin Franklin’s famous saying that taxes are one of two things in the world that are certain. Some of the ...
by Jeff Moore, Thursday, February 29, 2024 10:00 am
NEWS
Water negotiations continue
Talks are ongoing between Prince Edward County and the Town of Crewe on the proposed extension of water service from Sandy River Reservoir into Nottoway ...
by Jeff Moore, Thursday, February 15, 2024 8:00 am
Local
Some new options: Project aims to help Prince Edward farms grow
A group with members spread across Central and Southside believes it can help Prince Edward farms, thanks to a recent grant. The money, given to ...
by Jeff Moore, Sunday, January 21, 2024 7:19 pm
Buckingham
How do you fix chronic absences? Pilot program can help students
As Virginia’s Chronic Absenteeism Task Force worked over the last few months, one thing kept popping up. A student’s mental or behavioral health was linked ...
by Jeff Moore, Sunday, January 21, 2024 4:42 pm
BUSINESS
Could Cooperative replace Tyson Foods in this region?
When Tyson Foods shut down its Glen Allen plant last year, it left multiple growers looking for ways to pay the bills. A new alternative ...
by Jeff Moore, Wednesday, January 17, 2024 11:42 pm
Laws
How will new laws affect our area?
When the calendar turned to 2024, several new laws took effect across the commonwealth. So how do they affect people here in Cumberland or Prince ...
by Jeff Moore, Thursday, January 11, 2024 10:16 am
SportsPlus
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