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There’s a new sign in town
Motorists entering Buckingham or Cumberland County from some of the most-traveled points of entry may have noticed a ...
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Road work around the region: week of June 7
Across the region. highway work requiring road/ lane/structure closures is planned; however, work may be delayed/canceled due to ...
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Lady Dukes win multiple events at state track competition
For the second straight year, the Cumberland Lady Dukes competed for the state track championship. And for the ...
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Commercial chicken house burns in Cumberland County
A commercial chicken house burned to the ground Friday night in Cumberland County. At 11:28 p.m., the Cumberland ...
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Counties look to fill void left by Tyson Foods closing
CUMBERLAND – The numbers just don’t look good for anyone. When Tyson Foods closed its processing plant in ...
Business
What should end up in a Cumberland County comprehensive plan?
What should Cumberland County look like in the next five years? How about 10? What do residents want ...
Lifestyles
Where did Cumberland County get its name from?
Where did Cumberland County get its name? That’s a question which comes up often and it all goes ...
Education
Lady Dukes claim individual awards, regional track championship
After another dominant performance, the Cumberland High Lady Dukes are regional track champions. Competing Wednesday, May 25 at ...
Education
Students of the Months recognized
Each month during the regularly scheduled meeting, the Cumberland School Board recognizes the Students of the Month for ...
Education
Amy White honored by School Board
Each month at the meeting of the Cumberland School Board, members of the Board recognize staff members. At ...
Education
Mitchell recognized by board
Celeste Mitchell, a 12th grade student at Cumberland High School, was recognized by the Cumberland School Board at ...
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VDOT plans changes for Cumberland County intersection
Over the last few months, residents and supervisors alike have been very vocal about concerns over the intersection ...
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Cumberland High seniors reflect as team prepares for regionals
Keep focused on the main thing. That’s been the mantra from day one for the Cumberland High Lady ...
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Cumberland Notebook: Library moves forward, VFD gives update
According to Glenn Mozingo, chair of the board of trustees, the Cumberland library is regaining some of its ...
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Food boxes and care kits: Health Dept offers new types of support
The Piedmont Health District of the Virginia Health Department has two new programs to help community members struggling ...
Education
Board awards record number of scholarships
Thirty graduating high school seniors in Southside Electric Cooperative’s (SEC) service area are receiving Southside Opportunity Fund (SOF) ...
Education
Jackson recognized with scholarship
The Cumberland Farm Bureau awarded a scholarship in the amount of $2,000 to Sarah Elizabeth Jackson. This award ...
Education
Warren Firm offers scholarship to students
The Warren Firm is offering a $2,500 “Hard Work Pays Off” scholarship to local students. The Charlottesville personal ...
Lifestyles
Herald Community Calendar for the Week of Friday, May 19, 2023
The Herald community calendar is published each Friday. Items must be submitted by 10 a.m. Monday for that ...
Education
Cumberland High girls win district track championship
A group of seniors led the way Wednesday for the Cumberland High girls, as the Lady Dukes won ...
Lifestyles
School Board recognizes wrestling champions
At the May meeting of the Cumberland School Board, the students receiving 1A Virginia High School Championship honors ...
Lifestyles
Trent’s Mill News: Let’s talk a bit about Mother’s Day
We say Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms everywhere. Mother’s Day is coming up this weekend, on ...
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Cumberland County Property Transfers: September 2022
Following are the property transfers recorded in the Cumberland County Circuit Court Clerk’s Office for the month of ...
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U.S. Marshals pull prisoners, funding from Piedmont Regional Jail
FARMVILLE – There are still questions unanswered as to how two men escaped from Piedmont Regional Jail on ...
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Cumberland Animal Control needs help. New budget provides it
Cumberland Animal Control needs help. Fortunately, they’re getting it thanks to some extra funding provided in this year’s ...
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Planned roadwork schedule
Highway work requiring road/lane/structure closures is planned; however, work may be delayed/canceled due to weather or other issues. ...
News
John McGuire picks up win at State Senate District 10 convention
The numbers don’t lie. By an overwhelming majority, Republicans in State Senate District 10 came out Saturday to ...
SportsPlus
How to Watch Richmond vs. Bucknell on TV or Live Stream – November 16
The Richmond Spiders (1-2) go up against the Bucknell Bison (2-2) at 12:00 PM ET on Saturday, November…
How to Watch Big South College Basketball Games – Saturday, November 16
The UT Martin Skyhawks versus the Longwood Lancers is one of four games on Saturday’s college basketball slate…
How to Watch A-10 College Basketball Games – Saturday, November 16
The Saturday college basketball slate includes eight games featuring a A-10 team in action. Among those games is…
How to Watch Longwood vs. UT Martin on TV or Live Stream – November 16
The Longwood Lancers (3-0) will host the UT Martin Skyhawks (2-1) after winning three straight home games. It…
How to Watch Georgia Southern vs. Longwood Women’s Basketball on TV or Live Stream – November 16
The Georgia Southern Eagles (3-0) will look to build on a three-game winning streak when hosting the Longwood…