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Static Problems: Cumberland County looks to update radio system

Prince Edward isn’t the only county looking to fix a radio problem. In neighboring Cumberland County, the issue ...

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Sen. Mark Warner files ‘Stop Fentanyl at the Border’ Act

Sen. Mark Warner has filed a bill designed to stop fentanyl from being trafficked into the country. Labeled ...

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Education

Making the Grade: Students earn spot on President’s, Dean’s Lists

A number of college students who call Prince Edward, Cumberland and Buckingham home have been recognized by their ...

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Education

Prince Edward Makes Progress: Sales tax bill advances in Senate

The vote went in Prince Edward County’s favor on Tuesday. Speaking before the Virginia State Senate Finance Committee, ...

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Hampden-Sydney makes it 12 straight after Wednesday win

Make that 12 straight. Ryan Clements put up 13 points, eight rebounds and five assists, while three other ...

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Opinion

From The Editor’s Desk: If Prince Edward doesn’t grow, stores won’t come

Promises alone won’t attract companies. I know that’s not what some people want to hear, but if you ...

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Longwood men’s basketball team struggles as Bulldogs set record

Longwood men’s basketball ran into a buzzsaw on Wednesday night against Gardner-Webb. The Runnin’ Bulldogs (9-12, 4-2 Big ...

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Work continues on North Street light

A traffic light at the corner of West Third and North streets should be up and functional within ...

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Education

When will renovations start at Prince Edward County Elementary?

FARMVILLE – There’s still a lot of work to do before renovations at Prince Edward County Elementary can ...

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What happened to Cumberland’s Hecate Solar project?

What happened to the Hecate Solar project? It was supposed to come before Cumberland County supervisors on Tuesday, ...

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Education

Prince Edward school board chooses chairperson on third vote

They tried the first time and it came out to a tie. The second vote saw a similar ...

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State bill would remove county control of solar projects

A bill filed in this General Assembly session would take away county control of solar projects. That goes ...

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Education

Prince Edward school board sets rules for religious exemption

If parents want their child not to attend school in Prince Edward County Public Schools, citing a religious ...

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Work is nearly done on Cumberland’s Luther P. Jackson Park

Work on Luther P. Jackson Park is almost complete. Cumberland County Administrator Derek Stamey said there’s just a ...

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Some new options: Project aims to help Prince Edward farms grow

A group with members spread across Central and Southside believes it can help Prince Edward farms, thanks to ...

Medicaid changes pilot program Farmville Police free clinics

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How do you fix chronic absences? Pilot program can help students

As Virginia’s Chronic Absenteeism Task Force worked over the last few months, one thing kept popping up. A ...

Hampden-Sydney

Opinion

Mike Wilson: Time to tell the story of Big Bob & Hampden-Sydney

It was with considerable distress that I recently discovered in a Christmas card from an old friend that ...

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Hampden-Sydney’s Hubbard makes Francis Award Watch List

Next to winning a national title, the Clarence “Bevo” Francis Award is one of the biggest prizes in ...

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Lifestyles

Richmond Symphony Orchestra coming to Farmville in February

The Richmond Symphony Orchestra will return to the Jarman Auditorium stage at Longwood University next month for a ...

Commonwealth Chorale

Lifestyles

Who’s ready to sing? Commonwealth Chorale rehearsals coming

Rehearsals for the Commonwealth Chorale spring concert season will begin Tuesday, Jan. 23, 7 p.m., at Farmville Presbyterian ...

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Longwood ends streak, picks up win at Joan Perry Brock Center

Longwood men’s basketball needed a win, and the team delivered together to take down Presbyterian 80-70 on Saturday ...

ODAC Tournament Hampden-Sydney College Longwood men's basketball

News

Strong second half sparks win for Hampden-Sydney Tigers

For the first half, the teams went back and forth. Coming out of halftime, Shenandoah University even scored ...

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News

Yes, part of West Third Street will be closed Monday. Here’s why.

FARMVILLE – Parts of West Third Street will be closed on Monday, as Farmville work crews try a ...

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News

Tigers hire ODU assistant as new offensive coordinator

The man calling plays for Hampden-Sydney’s offense this fall has plenty of Division I experience under his belt. ...

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Opinion

From the Editor’s Desk: Forget Target, we’re just not there yet

There are some things people don’t want to hear. Nobody wants to be told they’re not good enough ...

Herald Community Calendar

Lifestyles

Herald Community Calendar for week of Jan. 19, 2024

The Herald Church and Community Events calendar is published each Friday. Items must be submitted by 10 a.m. ...

Jefferson Award

Lifestyles

Former resident receives public service award

Recently, a 1998 Prince Edward County High School graduate was honored for her outstanding service to the community ...

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