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While the state grocery tax ended this week, local versions remain.
Residents in Buckingham, Cumberland and Prince Edward counties will be paying less for groceries and a couple other ...
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Barbara Rose Johns project moves forward in Washington
FARMVILLE – Two years after federal officials decided to put a statue of Barbara Rose Johns in the ...
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With temperatures dropping, animals need to be brought inside
FARMVILLE – By the time Friday rolls around, this warm weather will be gone, replaced with lows dropping ...
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Don’t expect warm weather to stay. Temps will drop on Friday
DILLWYN – After the winter storm during the Christmas weekend, many residents may wonder when to expect the ...
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What caused the December power outages in Moran?
MORAN – Nearly everyone in this region saw their lights go out just before Christmas. But for one ...
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Minimum wage hike takes effect across Virginia. What changes?
FARMVILLE – Some residents in Farmville and the surrounding area woke up Sunday to a slight pay raise. ...
Lifestyles
Help for Horses: White Bird Appaloosa Horse Rescue all about love
If horses need help in Prince Edward, Cumberland or Buckingham counties, if they’ve been abandoned, beaten or in ...
Lifestyles
‘Employee Team’ of the Month announced
Joined by the County’s Electoral Board, the Prince Edward County Board of Supervisors congratulated Registrar, Lynette Wright, and ...
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Trudy Berry says she wants to be part of Senate change
Since 2017, Jennifer McClellan has served as the state senator for Virginia’s 9th district. During that time, the ...
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Winter Storm Elliott still causing problems, as crews repair damage
“Please prepare your home for a hard overnight freeze”. That was the statement Southside Electric Cooperative (SEC) officials ...
Lifestyles
Prince Edward Supervisor by day, Santa by night: Meet Bill Jenkins
Bill Jenkins says the last time anyone saw him clean-shaven, was 1971. “It’s my signature,” Jenkins said of ...
News
When will the lights be back on? Winter storm recovery continues
FARMVILLE – When will the power come back on? That’s been the question asked since the latest winter ...
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A step towards restoring Poplar Hill
Could we see the Dunnington Mansion and the rest of the Poplar Hill property restored? The Dunnington Mansion ...
Lifestyles
Law Enforcement Foundation helps community
Sometimes, local law enforcement agencies need some help. Whether it’s money for additional training opportunities, gear to protect ...
Lifestyles
Habitat breaks ground
Over the last few months, The Herald has detailed plans for affordable housing projects in our area. On ...
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Prince Edward County Property Transfers for July 2022
Following are the property transfers recorded in the Prince Edward County Circuit Court Clerk’s Office for the month ...
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Trudy Berry enters race for redrawn District 9 seat
Since 2017, Jennifer McClellan has served as the state senator for Virginia’s 9th district. During that time, the ...
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How do you fix the Route 460/Route 307 interchange?
The numbers don’t lie. The interchange between Route 460 and Route 307 is a problem for Prince Edward ...
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Christmas week storm looms for region
Will we get a white Christmas this year? For this region, the jury is still out on that. ...
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Prince Edward board approves priorities, Farmville polling place
In November, District 7 voters in Farmville’s West End cast a ballot at the Farmville Volunteer Fire Department. ...
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Road work around the region
Highway work requiring road/lane/structure closures is planned; however, work may be delayed/canceled due to weather or other issues. ...
Education
How do you fix Prince Edward’s school traffic? VDOT has an idea
FARMVILLE – There’s several ways to deal with school traffic in Prince Edward County and they don’t involve ...
Buckingham
Chlorine spill handled in Farmville: Headlines for Friday, Dec. 16
FARMVILLE – An accident at the Farmville Wastewater Treatment Plant brought firefighters out on Thursday night. The call ...
Lifestyles
Sorority chapter finalizes community service projects
Members of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority’s local chapter recently completed a series of community service projects. The ...
Education
Even if sales tax hike falls through, school renovations promised
Prince Edward County officials plan to renovate Prince Edward Elementary, even if the proposed sales tax increase doesn’t ...
Education
Student Council collects coats for Prince Edward County families
FARMVILLE – The student leadership at Prince Edward County High School wanted to serve more than just the ...
Lifestyles
Wreaths Across America ceremony will take place in Rice
RICE – Next weekend, folks in Farmville and the surrounding area will have a chance to join thousands ...
SportsPlus
Clippers vs. Wizards Prediction & Picks: Line, Spread, Over/Under – November 27
The Washington Wizards (2-14) are 9.5-point underdogs as they look to stop a five-game home losing streak when…
How to Watch Richmond vs. Ball State on TV or Live Stream – November 27
The Richmond Spiders (3-4) battle the Ball State Cardinals (3-4) at 6:00 PM ET on Wednesday, November 27,…
NBA Best Bets: Clippers vs. Wizards Picks for November 27
The Washington Wizards (2-14) are underdogs (+9.5) as they attempt to break a 12-game losing streak when they…
Buy Tickets for Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Washington Capitals on November 27
Nikita Kucherov and Dylan Strome will be two of the best players to watch when the Tampa Bay…
How to Watch Big South College Basketball Games – Wednesday, November 27
The Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs versus the Bethune-Cookman Wildcats is one of three games on Wednesday’s college basketball slate…