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Retired judge agrees to hear arguments in Cumberland landfill case
The lawsuit against Cumberland County supervisors now has a judge appointed. Next it’s just a question of when…
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Buckingham commission weighs future for industrial park
What should happen with the industrial park property near Dillwyn? That’s been a question politicians and residents alike…
News
Private Scottsville airstrip goes to Buckingham supervisors for vote
Nobody signed up to speak, nobody was in opposition and overall, there were no issues with the proposed…
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‘This briefing was insufficient’: Warner, Kaine want details on drones
The Commonwealth, and this area in general, received an odd Christmas present over the last week, with reports…
Lifestyles
A future for Dunnington Mansion? Foundation applies for permit
The goal of the Dunnington Mansion Foundation is to help preserve and potentially restore the property, while promoting…
Lifestyles
Live Nativity in Farmville: Calendar for the week of Dec. 20, 2024
As we reach less than a week before Christmas, there’s still a live nativity in Farmville, a concert…
News
John McGuire named to two key U.S. House committees
Incoming 5th District Rep. John McGuire will serve on two key committees in the 119th Congress. The former…
Lifestyles
Shelton Store project, traffic conditions questioned in hearing
The majority of people who spoke about the plans for Shelton Store on Monday didn’t have a problem…
News
Planning department lays out Prince Edward’s economic status
Prince Edward County has had a very busy year, when it comes to community development. And that development…
Lifestyles
Sailor’s Creek offers second chance to see the Star of Bethlehem
Prince Edward residents will have a second chance to see the Star of Bethlehem later this week. In…
News
Letter to the Editor: An open letter to Cumberland supervisors
It is my understanding that the Cumberland supervisors don’t allow folks from outside the county to speak during…
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Charlie Cobb Classic tips off Friday. Here’s what you need to know.
The idea here is twofold. First, to pay tribute to a beloved Hampden-Sydney College alum. The second, to…
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Gabriel Solar goes for hearing, commission postpones
They need more time before a final decision can be made. That was the majority opinion reached Tuesday…
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Balanced attack by Longwood overwhelms Campbell in road win
The best runs for Longwood men’s basketball start with defense. The defense showed up for the Lancers (10-3)…
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Farmville gives a gift to water customers after late bills
As a result of the delays reading the water bills in Farmville, the majority will be higher than…
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Prince Edward supervisors amend contract for Doug Stanley
Two contracts were changed during the board of supervisors’ meeting in Prince Edward on Tuesday, Dec. 10. After…
Education
No more sales tax increase? Prince Edward weighs other options
Prince Edward officials won’t try to push a sales tax increase through the General Assembly in 2025. After…
Education
Buckingham school board details steps in superintendent search
Back in October, Dr. John Keeler announced plans to step down as superintendent of Buckingham County Public Schools.…
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Adam Brazil leads Hampden-Sydney in dominating home win
It was the Adam Brazil show on Tuesday night. That’s something Hampden-Sydney alumni and fans have gotten used…
Education
School board sets timeline, reviews superintendent search
The surveys have been collected, the meetings have been held and now applications are being taken for the…
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Rosney Creek Solar project gets extension approved
Nearly two years ago, Buckingham supervisors approved a conditional use permit for Rosney Creek Solar. The 5 megawatt…
Education
Buckingham supervisors approve land sale to Christian school
By the end of the Dec. 9 public hearing, Buckingham County supervisor Joe Chambers had heard enough. After…
News
Governor Youngkin, others offer support, challenges to Cifers
In the days since Luther Cifers won the Republican primary for Virginia’s 10th District State Senate seat, a…
Local
Pamplin celebrated Christmas with parade, Christmas Market
It was cold and rainy Sunday evening, but that didn’t stop Pamplin from celebrating the Christmas season. The…
Lifestyles
Bear Creek Lake lights go up, bring smiles to residents
They say the very first string of Christmas tree lights were put together in 1882. Edward Johnson, Thomas…
News
Brickyard Bulls request goes to public hearing
A public hearing and possible vote on the Brickyard Bulls project will take place in January. Buckingham supervisors…
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Longwood men’s basketball ends home winning streak at 8
Longwood men’s basketball battled to the end, North Carolina Central muscled past the Lancers on Saturday afternoon 77-70…