News
Virginia’s tax-free weekend has arrived. Here’s what qualifies.
It’s that time of year again. As we get ready for schools to reopen, parents catch a break…
News
5th District recount wrapped up Thursday. Here’s the results.
Things didn’t change that much. After Thursday’s 5th District recount, Virginia State Sen. John McGuire won the Republican…
News
No, Piedmont Habitat isn’t closing. Here’s what’s changing.
No, Piedmont Habitat for Humanity isn’t closing. It’ll still be operating in Farmville beyond August. The same goes…
Buckingham
Firefly Fiber gets help for broadband expansion in Buckingham
More areas of Buckingham County will soon be connected to high-speed internet, thanks to some state help. On…
Education
Students across region helped by grant
Students here in Prince Edward, along with Buckingham and Cumberland counties, will get some help from a U.S.…
News
5th District Recount Request: Good’s campaign gets legal answer
Before Bob Good uses campaign donations to fund the 5th District recount this week, he has to ask…
News
What’s the status of Pineside Solar? Dominion offers update
What’s the status of the proposed Pineside solar project here in Buckingham County? That’s one of several questions…
News
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…
News
5th District Republican primary recount set. Good asks for funds.
Yes, there will be a recount in the Congressional 5th District Republican primary. And it’ll take place within…
News
ARPA funds will pay for repair, renovation projects in Buckingham
What will the rest of Buckingham County’s American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds be spent on? Supervisors answered…
News
Centra Southside, DMV among those hit by CrowdStrike glitch
If you have a procedure or appointment scheduled today at Centra Southside Hospital, you need to call and…
Education
Buckingham High FFA competes at 98th State Convention
Buckingham County High’s Future Farmers of America recently competed at the 98th annual Virginia FFA State Convention. That…
News
Dr. Bashore retires from CVHS
After nearly 40 years of service, the clinical director of Central Virginia Health Services (CVHS) has retired. Dr.…
Lifestyles
Duck Derby date set
Splash into service with Piedmont Senior Resources’ 2024 Duck Derby on Friday, September 13, at 6 p.m. at…
Lifestyles
Herald Community Calendar for the week of July 19, 2024
The Herald Church and Community Events calendar is published each Friday. Items must be submitted by 10 a.m.…
Lifestyles
Senior FFA members participate in leadership camp
Members of the Buckingham Senior FFA Chapter participated in the FFA Leadership Camp held at Graves Mountain Lodge…
News
Work continues on Route 60 intersection in Buckingham
Does the intersection of Route 60 and Route 632 need a caution light? Buckingham County Supervisor Cameron Gilliam…
Education
How will EO33 affect our schools? A look at ‘phone-free’ order
On Tuesday, July 9, Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin issued Executive Order 33, looking to guarantee a “cell phone-free…
News
A special delivery: Darlington Heights firefighters bring back flag
It started as a routine call. But by the end of the day on Sunday, July 7, several…
News
A slate belt story: Grateful Boomers head to Buckingham Slate
It’s time for another story of the Grateful Boomers and for this time around, let’s talk micro-adventures right…
Lifestyles
Vacation Bible School pops up: Calendar for the week of June 28
As we continue on through the month of July, a number of church events start popping up on…
News
‘Shireton’ plagued by traffic concerns. Supervisors make decision
One of the consistent issues for the proposed “Shireton” events center in Buckingham County has been traffic. Neighbors…
News
Buckingham supervisors give Petersheim duplex a hearing
Ivan Petersheim will get the discussion he’s been asking for. During their Monday, July 8 meeting, Buckingham County…
News
Counties monitor weather, consider burn bans
Rain showers over the last few days haven’t been enough to end the drought this region’s currently under.…
News
Road work around the region
Virginia Department of Transportation work crews will perform various activities throughout the district to include, but are not…
News
Amanda Chase plans to move into 10th District, run for seat
The seat hasn’t even officially gone up for grabs and yet we have our first candidate. On Tuesday,…
Education
Students take on JROTC challenge
While many high school students are still enjoying their summer break, students from Buckingham County High’s Raider program…