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IRS text scam continues to grow across region
Another scam is making its way around. Even though phishing scams are nothing new, this one is taking…
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How do you fix issues with Route 307? VDOT has a plan
RICE – The first incident happened at 10:51 a.m., on Wednesday, May 31. Two cars collided at the…
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Two people injured in Wednesday wreck on Route 307
RICE – Two drivers were transported due to injuries after a car accident late Wednesday morning. At 10:51…
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Buckingham deputies arrest suspect in New Canton shooting
NEW CANTON – One person is dead and a second is in the hospital after a shooting Wednesday…
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A community says goodbye: Rucker Snead honored by residents
Earlier this month, Hampden-Sydney College, along with the entire Prince Edward County community, lost a leader, co-worker and…
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Second Piedmont Regional Jail escapee arrested in Farmville
FARMVILLE – The second escapee from Piedmont Regional Jail is now back in custody. Forty-four-year-old Bruce Callahan was…
Farmville
Marin-Sotelo’s sister arrested as details of his escape come to light
FARMVILLE – While the two escapees from Piedmont Regional Jail remain at large, Alder Marin-Sotelo’s sister now faces…
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Farmville Police Department asks for help in finding fugitive
FARMVILLE – The Farmville Police Department is asking for assistance in locating Samuel Lee Rushing. He is wanted…
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Farmville police warns to look out for counterfeit bills
FARMVILLE – Even though most people prefer to pay with cards and mobile payment options, on Saturday, April…
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Cumberland attorney has license temporarily suspended
CUMBERLAND – Elizabeth Kathryn Brown’s license to practice law in Virginia has been suspended. The attorney, who has…
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One person injured in Farmville accident Wednesday
FARMVILLE – One person was injured during a Farmville traffic accident Wednesday morning. Farmville Police Department received a…
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Del. Matt Fariss faces multiple charges in alleged hit-and-run
DILLWYN – Del. Matt Fariss faces multiple charges in the wake of an alleged incident Virginia State Police…
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Plank Road accident leaves one injured, vehicle totaled
FARMVILLE – The Randolph Volunteer Fire Department responded to an accident on Tuesday, Feb. 28, on Plank Road…
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Charges filed after Monday bomb threat in Farmville
A Farmville resident faces multiple charges after an incident Monday morning at the Prince Edward County Courthouse. Forty-six-year-old…
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Farmville police investigate shooting on Hylawn Avenue
FARMVILLE – Farmville police are investigating after a shots fired call came in from Hylawn Avenue Monday afternoon. …
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Olivia Hurt gave up her right to a trial. What happens next?
On Friday, Feb. 3, Cartersville resident Olivia Hurt was supposed to stand trial, accused of conspiracy to commit…
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Records provide more details in attempted murder case
APPOMATTOX – The attempted murder case involving a Meherrin man at least partly stemmed from what was said…
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Meherrin man pleads guilty in attempted murder trial
APPOMATTOX – Guilty. That was the verdict handed down Thursday, Jan. 26 in Appomattox Circuit Court. There was…
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Mail scams start showing up in Farmville, region
FARMVILLE – The letters arrive in the mailbox, showing up as “Priority 3 Day” mail. Inside the package,…
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Buckingham County man charged in connection with Amherst death
A Buckingham County man now faces voluntary manslaughter charges in connection with an incident that happened Thursday in…
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Yes, Centra Southside went into lockdown Thursday. Here’s why.
FARMVILLE – No one was hurt, but Farmville’s Centra Southside hospital went into lockdown Thursday afternoon, after shots…
Farmville
Suspect in Farmville homicide arrested Monday afternoon
FARMVILLE – At 3 p.m. Monday, multiple law enforcement agencies aided Farmville police by arresting and charging a…
Farmville
Farmville police search for suspect in Sunday homicide
UPDATED: The suspect has been arrested. For more, click here. FARMVILLE – Officers with the Farmville Police Department…
Buckingham
Herald News Briefs: Crash investigation continues, warning issued
Virginia State Police (VSP) officials said they’re still investigating a crash that claimed the life of a Scottsville…
Prince Edward
Missing man’s body found near Twin Lakes State Park
GREEN BAY – The search to find Jim Faggione came to a close late Monday. Staff from the…
Prince Edward
Search continues for missing North Carolina man in Twin Lakes State Park
UPDATE: Jim Faggione’s body has been found. GREEN BAY – The search continues for a missing North Carolina…
Farmville
Man pleads guilty to Farmville armed robbery
FARMVILLE – A 54-year-old New York man pleaded guilty Wednesday, Sept. 14 to committing an armed robbery in…