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 ...
Business
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 ...
SportsPlus
Where to Watch Washington Capitals vs. Anaheim Ducks on TV or Streaming Live – January 14
The Washington Capitals (28-10-5) take the ice against the Anaheim Ducks (18-20-5) as a part of Tuesday’s NHL…
Aliaksei Protas Injury Status – Capitals vs. Ducks Injury Report January 14
As they get ready to square off against the Anaheim Ducks (18-20-5) on Tuesday, January 14 at Capital…
VCU vs. Saint Louis Predictions & Picks: Spread, Total – January 14
Tuesday’s game that pits the VCU Rams (12-4, 2-1 A-10) versus the Saint Louis Billikens (10-6, 3-0 A-10)…
How to Pick the Capitals vs. Ducks Game with Odds, Spread, Betting Line and Stats – January 14
Tuesday’s NHL schedule features a contest between the Washington Capitals and the Anaheim Ducks at Capital One Arena,…
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…