Celebrations
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95th birthday celebrated with parade of friends
The grandchildren of Ruth “Bumpsey” Watkins celebrated her 95th birthday by hosting a “95th Mile Drive-By Birthday Parade” Saturday, April 3, at noon. Guests gathered ... Read more
13 hours ago by Staff Report.
Good Citizen Award
This year, the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution recognizes Aleshia Tianna Williams as the DAR Good Citizen Award winner at Prince Edward County ... Read more
7 days ago by Staff Report.
Valentine’s Art-on-the-Go bags coming soon
This February, the Longwood Center for the Visual Arts is partnering with the Farmville Lions Club on a new Valentine’s Day installment of the popular ... Read more
3 months ago by Staff Report.
Letters to Santa
In the spirit of the season, we’re pleased to share these heartwarming letters from Santa’s youngest fans. To view the letters the way they appeared in ... Read more
4 months ago by Staff Report.
Pit Boss Shorty Rossi raises funds for SPCA
Farmville’s Holiday Inn Express looked more like the Hotel for Dogs Sunday, Dec. 6, as pet owners brought their pooches along to hear from Animal ... Read more
4 months ago by Roger Watson.
Christmas decorations to dye for
A winter wonderland has arrived at 120 4th St. in Farmville. Coming in for a hair appointment at The Highlight Zone is like stepping into ... Read more
5 months ago by Alexa Massey.
Polly Steinruck celebrates 100 years
On Sunday, Sept. 6, family and friends celebrated the 100th birthday of Polly Steinruck. Approximately 80 people were in attendance with a parade and a ... Read more
6 months ago by Staff Report.
Daughters of American Revolution celebrates Constitution Week
On the 233rd anniversary of the Constitution of the United States, David Whitus, mayor of Farmville, signs a proclamation declaring the week of September 17 ... Read more
7 months ago by Staff Report.
JMU announces dean’s list
James Madison University (JMU) is pleased to announce that the following students made the dean’s list for the spring 2020 semester. Students who earn dean’s ... Read more
10 months ago by Staff Report.
Townsend named to President’s List
Mary Townsend, of Farmville, was named to the College of Charleston spring 2020 President’s List. Townsend is majoring in political science. To qualify for the ... Read more
10 months ago by Staff Report.
Auxiliary Jr’s compete in Poppy contest
The American Legion Auxiliary Jr’s Unit 32 in Farmville competed in the American Legion Spring Conference Poppy Contest under a centerpiece with a patriotic theme. ... Read more
1 year ago by Staff Report.
Sharon Baptist Church to dedicate fellowship hall
Sharon Baptist Church will open its doors to the public for a night of music, food and celebration Saturday, March 14, as they dedicate the ... Read more
1 year ago by Staff Report.
Garden Club meeting held
At the February meeting of the Cumberland Garden Club, the club celebrated the birthday of an honorary member, Sandra Nygaard. The members had lunch with ... Read more
1 year ago by Staff Report.
In the light justice can grow
Hundreds of community members and visitors throughout Virginia gathered Saturday evening for the Ninth Annual Moton Community Banquet. Held at the Longwood University Health and ... Read more
1 year ago by Alexa Massey.
July wedding planned
Mr. and Mrs. Harold M. Harris, Jr. of Rice, Virginia are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter Elizabeth Ann to David Dean Chenette, ... Read more
1 year ago by Staff Report.
155th surrender anniversary events set
Appomattox Court House National Historical Park and its friends group, the Appomattox 1865 Foundation, will commemorate the 155th anniversary of General Robert E. Lee’s surrender ... Read more
1 year ago by Staff Report.
School Board Appreciation Month celebrated
Gov. Ralph Northam signed a proclamation designating February as School Board Appreciation Month. In his proclamation, Northam said school board members are required to work ... Read more
1 year ago by Staff Report.
The Journey
“I just can’t believe it’s finally here.” Those were the words of Tarika Brown Saturday, Feb. 8, as she stood in the bedroom of her ... Read more
1 year ago by Alexa Massey.
August wedding planned
John and Ethel Mae Bickford, of New Canton, announce the engagement of their daughter, Hayley Nicole, to Justin Dyches Midkiff, of Dillwyn. Justin is the ... Read more
1 year ago by Staff Report.
Woolridge earns degree
Sharone Woolridge, of Farmville, has earned a Bachelor of Science, Nursing degree from Western Governors University (WGU). The online, nonprofit university has graduated over 167,000 ... Read more
1 year ago by Staff Report.
Honoring MLK Day
Photos by Betty J. Ramsey In honor of Martin Luther King (MLK) Day the Longwood Center for the Visual Arts (LCVA) along with Longwood’s Office ... Read more
1 year ago by Betty Ramsey.
Celebrating five generations
Eleanor Gough’s home was full of celebration as five generations gathered with her first born child, first-born grandchild, first-born great-grandchild and first-born great-great grandchild. Pictured ... Read more
1 year ago by Staff Report.
Wedding vows renewed
The Rev. and Mrs. Winston Yancey of Dillwyn celebrated 51 years of marriage by renewing their vows recently in the presence of family and friends. ... Read more
1 year ago by Staff Report.
Ninth annual Moton Community Banquet
This year’s ninth annual Moton Community Banquet will be held Saturday, Feb. 29. The Moton Museum brings together all members of the community to recognize ... Read more
1 year ago by Staff Report.
Garden club celebrates the holidays
The Ruth Adams Garden Club celebrated the holiday season with a luncheon, provided by the club officers. The afternoon was filled with fellowship and spirited ... Read more
1 year ago by Staff Report.
Buckingham Dillwyn Garden Club holds Christmas party
The Buckingham Dillwyn Garden Club held its annual Christmas party this year at the newly opened restaurant the Corner Coffee Junction in Dillwyn. A lovely ... Read more
1 year ago by Staff Report.
Celebrating community
Taking a look back brings smiles and hope for an even greater 2020. We hope you will enjoy this brief glimpse of 2019 — just ... Read more