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Balanced attack by Longwood overwhelms Campbell in road win
The best runs for Longwood men’s basketball start with defense. The defense showed up for the Lancers (10-3)…
News
Farmville gives a gift to water customers after late bills
As a result of the delays reading the water bills in Farmville, the majority will be higher than…
News
Prince Edward supervisors amend contract for Doug Stanley
Two contracts were changed during the board of supervisors’ meeting in Prince Edward on Tuesday, Dec. 10. After…
Education
No more sales tax increase? Prince Edward weighs other options
Prince Edward officials won’t try to push a sales tax increase through the General Assembly in 2025. After…
Education
Buckingham school board details steps in superintendent search
Back in October, Dr. John Keeler announced plans to step down as superintendent of Buckingham County Public Schools.…
News
Adam Brazil leads Hampden-Sydney in dominating home win
It was the Adam Brazil show on Tuesday night. That’s something Hampden-Sydney alumni and fans have gotten used…
Education
School board sets timeline, reviews superintendent search
The surveys have been collected, the meetings have been held and now applications are being taken for the…
News
Rosney Creek Solar project gets extension approved
Nearly two years ago, Buckingham supervisors approved a conditional use permit for Rosney Creek Solar. The 5 megawatt…
Education
Buckingham supervisors approve land sale to Christian school
By the end of the Dec. 9 public hearing, Buckingham County supervisor Joe Chambers had heard enough. After…
News
Governor Youngkin, others offer support, challenges to Cifers
In the days since Luther Cifers won the Republican primary for Virginia’s 10th District State Senate seat, a…
Local
Pamplin celebrated Christmas with parade, Christmas Market
It was cold and rainy Sunday evening, but that didn’t stop Pamplin from celebrating the Christmas season. The…
Lifestyles
Bear Creek Lake lights go up, bring smiles to residents
They say the very first string of Christmas tree lights were put together in 1882. Edward Johnson, Thomas…
News
Brickyard Bulls request goes to public hearing
A public hearing and possible vote on the Brickyard Bulls project will take place in January. Buckingham supervisors…
News
Longwood men’s basketball ends home winning streak at 8
Longwood men’s basketball battled to the end, North Carolina Central muscled past the Lancers on Saturday afternoon 77-70…
News
Luther Cifers wins. Republicans choose 10th District nominee
The voting lasted more than six hours and stretched through three rounds into early Saturday morning. In the…
Lifestyles
Pamplin prepares for parade weekend
The clock’s counting down to the final Christmas parade in this region, which will happen this coming Sunday,…
News
Gene Dixon Park gets help, as supervisors approve repair plan
Back in August, Buckingham County staff started working on some repairs and renovations at Gene Dixon Park. But…
Buckingham
Christmas Lights Go Up: Calendar for the week of Dec. 13, 2024
The Herald Christmas events calendar is published each Friday. Items must be submitted by 10 a.m. Monday for…
Lifestyles
Edward Strickler: The 10th District answers were interesting
First, thank you Farmville Herald for publishing verbatim responses of 10th District Republican candidates who want to represent…
News
Letter to the Editor: This Confederate case could be a long one
The Confederate Battle Flag has a “newer” use that goes beyond its original use as a Civil War…
News
Sixty West Jets earn multiple medals at H. White Track Classic
It was a great weekend for kids and adults in the Sixty West Jets AAU Track Club. The…
Lifestyles
Bellenir: A Christmas lesson, joining hands to overcome fear
One iconic moment in the traditional Christmas story is when an angel appears to some shepherds. “Fear not!”…
Lifestyles
Review: Waterworks Players will keep you merry with Robin Hood
The chill in the December air is a reminder that it’s once again time for the Waterworks Players…
News
McGuire resigns, date set for 10th District special election
As Republicans prepare to gather this Friday and choose a candidate for the 10th District special election, we…
News
Water bills expected to go out later this week, Farmville officials say
Yes, the Farmville water bills are running late. However, town officials say they hope to have all of…
Lifestyles
Cumberland celebrates Christmas, with parade winners announced
When you hear the words “Christmas Spirit”, what comes to mind? What embodies Christmas for you and your…
News
Farmville council considers food truck project
A former Longwood University parking lot may soon be a hub for local food trucks. During their Wednesday,…