Public Schools
Naming Committee moves forward for Prince Edward school board
A number of requests have come in to the Prince Edward County School Board, each asking for a…
Lifestyles
Review: Latest from Waterworks Players is a ‘play of ideas’
It’s been described as philosophical. Red, the latest production from the Waterworks Players, showed on the opening weekend…
News
Prince Edward deputies make another arrest in narcotics bust
A Keysville man is one of three now facing charges as part of a narcotics investigation in nearby…
Education
Track team makes history, as Prince Edward Middle wins title
For the first time, the Southside Boys’ Track Championship is coming home to Prince Edward County Middle School.…
Lifestyles
Spring Showcase: Flower and Garden Festival returns to Farmville
By the beginning of May, flowers are in full bloom around Farmville. In many gardens, you’re also starting…
Church & Community
Art Walk, Market return: Calendar for the week of April 26, 2025
This week’s calendar spotlights events such as the annual Art Walk and the return of the Farmville Farmers…
Education
Budget set for Prince Edward schools. Here’s a look at the priorities
The Prince Edward School Board has voted to approve next year’s budget. Now they’re waiting to see what…
Opinion
Mike Wilson: A story of goose conservation and Brother Wayne
We looked everywhere. For a good 20 minutes and I truly mean a good 20 minutes, we looked…
News
Lieutenant Governor candidates set. No more Republican primary
There will no longer be a Republican primary in June for the lieutenant governor’s race. After Monday, only…
News
Easter Worship, Sunrise Services: A special holiday calendar
First off, Happy Easter everyone! For those who observe the holiday, it’s a time to gather in worship…
News
Farmville runner breaks decades-old record at WildCat Challenge
Longwood’s track team wrapped up its regular season over the weekend and saw a decades-old record fall in…
Lifestyles
High Bridge Station opens its doors, welcomes travelers
The doors have opened, the lights are turned on and travelers from all over the region can officially…
Public Schools
Prince Edward school board weighs cell phone policy changes
Under the current policy for Prince Edward schools, cell phones are banned in the classroom. But over the…
News
Prince Edward supervisors face choice about tax rate
Prince Edward County supervisors have a choice to make. They can fully fund the proposed budget, which would…
Lifestyles
Easter brings egg hunts, music: Calendar for week of April 18, 2025
The Herald Church and Community Events calendar is published each Friday. Items must be submitted by 10 a.m.…
News
Local pharmacies wait to see governor’s decision on SB875
If you talk to pharmacy owners and Medicaid experts, they’ll argue the numbers speak for themselves. When other…
News
Carl Eggleston withdraws from lieutenant governor’s race
Carl Eggleston will not be on the June primary ballot for lieutenant governor. The Farmville businessman failed to…
News
Mile markers for Route 360? Prince Edward supervisors say yes
Currently, there are no mile markers on the Prince Edward County section of Route 360. Those markers make…
News
Jordaine Penick, Christian Sangillo make Top 10 in season opener
It was the first race of the season, but in many ways, Jordaine Penick and Christian Sangillo picked…
Lifestyles
‘How Not to Drown’: Dos Passos Prize recipient tells her own story
This past Wednesday, April 9, novelist and editor Angie Cruz paid a visit to Farmville to receive the…
Lifestyles
Ruth Adams Garden Club looks back over their 45th year
The March meeting of the Ruth Adams Garden club was held at the Farmville Library on March 26. …
Lifestyles
Easter celebrations arrive: Calendar for the week of April 12, 2025
The Herald community calendar is published each Friday. Easter items must be submitted by 10 a.m. Monday for…
Lifestyles
Mike Wilson: Are there rules for being a granddad?
Is there a handbook of some kind? Some guidelines? Basically, what I’m asking is if there are rules…
News
STEPS gets long-delayed funding to help with Israel Hill project
Back in April 2023, the Prince Edward Board of Supervisors took a vote and decided to set aside…
News
Solar projects pulled for redesign, no vote in Prince Edward
CEP Solar had hoped to get both of their latest solar projects approved in Prince Edward County. But…
News
Virginia Court of Appeals rules in Prince Edward flagpole case
Carolyn Bowman will not have to remove the flagpole on her property. And Prince Edward County officials say…
News
Letter to the Editor: Why do we keep missing the point?
I truly would like someone to explain to me why it is everyone gets so caught up in…