Business
Benchmark announces its semi-annual dividend
Some good news was announced this week for Benchmark shareholders. The Kenbridge-based holding company for Benchmark Community Bank,…
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Farm vehicle changes: Answering questions about VA’s new rules
There’s been some confusion and several questions sent our way, since the original story about the upcoming farm…
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Shireton project moves forward in Buckingham, with some changes
Last month we shared about the Shireton proposal being considered in Buckingham County. The idea took another step…
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Cost of doing business rises in Cumberland, with new zoning fees
Cumberland County hasn’t changed zoning fees for almost a decade. Some haven’t been adjusted in nearly double that…
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Energix solar project in Buckingham fined for additional violations
State officials came back with a list. For the third straight year, Virginia’s Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ)…
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Buckingham supervisors say ‘wait and see’ on duplex question
Last month, the Buckingham County planning commission shot down Ivan Petersheim’s proposal, with members arguing that it needed…
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High Bridge Solar project gets decision from Farmville council
The High Bridge Solar project can move forward and start construction in Farmville. The Farmville town council approved…
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Farmville town council makes decision on land bank proposal
It needs a bit more work. That was the decision made Wednesday, June 12 by the Farmville Town…
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McFarland Lane rental project gets approved by Prince Edward
In the 1970s, a one-bedroom apartment was added to the traditional one-story ranch house at 161 McFarland Lane.…
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Piney Grove Solar project gets approval in Prince Edward
Estelle Jones saw a lot of benefits for the project. Speaking to Prince Edward supervisors during their Tuesday,…
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Are shops coming to New Canton? Supervisors approve plan
New Canton residents have asked for something new for a while. Coming before Buckingham County supervisors several times…
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Some residents will see power bills spike this week. Here’s why.
The price of power is going up for some residents of Buckingham, Cumberland and Prince Edward counties. And…
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Parking fees amended, as Farmville council looks at options
There’s only so much the Farmville town council can change about downtown parking fees, without running the risk…
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Parking fees tied to ABM contract, Farmville council learns
It’s not just the proposed fines that Farmville residents have been upset about. Since the cost of parking…
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Farmville council adjusts parking fines, sends plan for hearing
After last month’s public hearing, the Farmville town council went back to the drawing board. Several town residents…
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Tobacco Commission chooses Ruff as chair, signs off on projects
A face familiar to Prince Edward County residents will be taking over the Tobacco Commission. The Commission membership…
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What is Shireton? New proposal moves forward in Buckingham
A unique proposal will have a chance for a public hearing in Buckingham County. By a unanimous vote,…
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Does Buckingham need duplexes? Commission weighs request
The request caught some of the Buckingham County Planning Commission off guard when they heard it on Tuesday,…
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Wawa, Harbor Freight projects move forward
Some of the planned construction in Prince Edward County will soon be taking shape, with both the Wawa…
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What is High Bridge Solar? Farmville project advances to council
There is no reference about solar in the Town of Farmville’s comprehensive plan. The same goes for the…
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Next Steps: Cumberland County considers future of solar policy
Back in February, Cumberland County supervisors made a decision. They pressed pause on any new solar applications, of…
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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…
Education
Funding plan develops for Prince Edward Elementary renovations
How will the county pay for renovations at Prince Edward Elementary? That’s been a question raised since Virginia…
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High Bridge Trail, Farmville will host three ‘Adventure Series’ races
Every year, hundreds of people sign up and take part in a series of races across the Commonwealth.…
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Farmville town council unanimously approves budget
The Town of Farmville now has a budget set for the coming fiscal year. During their Wednesday, May…
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Farmville council votes on proposed meals tax penalties
The amount of the meals tax collected by the Town of Farmville isn’t changing. Neither is the percentage…
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Where does Kinex progress stand? A look at broadband deadline
When will the Kinex high-speed internet project be finished? That’s a question which has been asked of Herald…