News
Project will develop potential business owners in Prince Edward
Prince Edward County’s economy could get a shot in the arm thanks to a new state funded project.…
News
Michael Christmas shines as Longwood shuts down NC Central
FARMVILLE – On a day when nothing came easy, Michael Christmas found a way for Longwood men’s basketball.…
News
Walk for Education raises money for Cumberland schools
How do you help Cumberland schools raise money and get exercise at the same time? You take a…
News
Hampden-Sydney Tigers win in round one of Rotary Classic
Three games, three wins. The Hampden-Sydney Tigers have exploded out of the gate so far this season. Now…
Lifestyles
Herald Community Calendar for week of Nov. 17, 2023
The Herald Church and Community Events calendar is published each Friday. Items must be submitted by 10 a.m.…
Farmville the Magazine
Kimbrough model train world on-track for another holiday season
There was a time when Christmas wasn’t complete until you made a pilgrimage to Bevell’s Hardware in Blackstone…
News
Prince Edward wants to try again for sales tax increase
FARMVILLE – Prince Edward County supervisors want to give it one more try. During their Thursday, Nov. 9…
Opinion
From the Editor’s Desk: Sometimes, a forfeit isn’t a bad thing
They knew what they did was wrong. It was clear as crystal on each of their faces as…
News
Prince Edward burn ban goes into effect, as nearby wildfires grow
We need rain. A case of extreme dry conditions in Prince Edward County has led to a burn…
News
Absentee ballots help decide winners in Prince Edward County
The good news is that one week later, with absentee ballots counted, we finally have results in Prince…
Education
Shores participates in SCOPE 19
Cumberland High Principal Missy Shores was recognized by the School Board for being selected to participate in the…
News
Wednesday’s second half surge powers Longwood to road win
Defense turns to offense. It’s a tale as old as time, at least for Longwood men’s basketball under…
Education
Fuqua School volleyball team wins state title
FARMVILLE – You can add one more title to the list won by local teams. The Fuqua School…
Business
Herald News Briefs: Tree lighting on Sunday, trail numbers released
The Town of Farmville will open up the downtown area this coming Sunday and officially flip the switch…
News
‘We can do better than Good’, John McGuire says, launching bid
“We can do better than Good”, John McGuire wrote on Wednesday. The newly re-elected 10th District representative to…
Education
Why hasn’t Prince Edward Elementary project gone out to bid?
On Thursday, Aug. 30, Prince Edward supervisors voted to move forward with the $43.3 million renovation of Prince…
News
Farmville council sets some rules for solar farms
After months of discussion, the Farmville Town Council voted to adopt an ordinance for the town to receive…
News
Cumberland sees tourism revenue spike due to staycations
Cumberland County, along with many other areas in Virginia, reported a growth in tourism in 2022. What caused…
News
Clark earns another title as Farmville’s fire official
Daniel Clark has served Farmville for over a year now as the full-time fire chief. After finishing some…
Education
Why are substitute teachers rejecting Prince Edward, board asks
FARMVILLE – After hearing multiple ideas on ways to recruit more substitute teachers and boost morale, Elzora Stiff…
News
Herald News Briefs: Construction continues on Farmville splashpad
The work connecting pipes and hooking up the water is finished. Now it’s time to move on to…
News
Cumberland County sheriff talks re-election, as numbers grow
Editor’s note: The original version of this story had the turnout listed at 90% for Cumberland. It turns…
News
Farmville staff look at new solution for North Street light problem
Since September, Farmville residents have messaged and emailed The Herald, asking about the North Street light issue. Specifically,…
News
Hampden-Sydney makes it 2-0 after home win against Greensboro
Junior Ayman McGowan scored 14, while senior Adam Brazil added 12, to lead the Hampden-Sydney Tigers to a…
News
Natural gas bills keep dropping in Farmville and across the region
Even with predictions that El Nino conditions could bring a colder than usual winter, homeowners who rely on…
Lifestyles
From the Editor’s Desk: I think I’ve seen this movie before
The emails started coming in not even a day after the story went up. Last week, we covered…
News
JPB era started Saturday with a win for Longwood Lancers
It was a day years in the making. The debut of a spectacular new on-campus arena — and…