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‘It’s one of those never give up stories’: PEFYA Majors keep playing
It started after the district tournament. Beaten by scores of 23-3 and 18-8, the Prince Edward-Farmville Youth Association…
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What will STEPS project become? Future neighbors ask questions
For Layne Street residents, this is about more than unanswered questions. In the months since STEPS announced plans…
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5th District Republican primary recount set. Good asks for funds.
Yes, there will be a recount in the Congressional 5th District Republican primary. And it’ll take place within…
Business
Farmville restaurant request gets approved by planning commission
A new Farmville restaurant could be coming to South Main Street at some point next year. The town’s…
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Prince Edward animal shelter plans move forward
Plans for a new animal shelter in Prince Edward County are moving forward. Now we have a price…
Education
Summer school captures the attention of Prince Edward students
One of the concerns Prince Edward, and a majority of other school districts, faced during the year involved…
Lifestyles
Moton Museum takes another step toward World Heritage list
A project nearly 10 years in the making moved forward this week, as the Robert Russa Moton Museum…
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ARPA funds will pay for repair, renovation projects in Buckingham
What will the rest of Buckingham County’s American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds be spent on? Supervisors answered…
Lifestyles
Local teams compete in Civil War sport at Appomattox Court House
The scores were a little bit higher than what we’re used to. The uniforms were definitely different. Baseball…
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Centra Southside, DMV among those hit by CrowdStrike glitch
If you have a procedure or appointment scheduled today at Centra Southside Hospital, you need to call and…
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Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority chapter celebrates 48 years of service
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, the Kappa Rho Omega Chapter of Farmville, recently celebrated its 48th anniversary of service…
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When will solar ban lift in Cumberland? Draft plan considered
Back in February, Cumberland County supervisors made a decision on a solar ban. They pressed pause on any…
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‘They don’t rebuild, they reload’: Longwood Lancers add six signees
They don’t rebuild, they reload. Coming off a second Big South championship in the past three seasons, Longwood…
Lifestyles
Herald Community Calendar for the week of July 19, 2024
The Herald Church and Community Events calendar is published each Friday. Items must be submitted by 10 a.m.…
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How much will CEP Solar pay? Prince Edward sets siting deal
Last month, the Prince Edward County Board of Supervisors voted to approve, with Harrison Jones and David Emert…
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Herald News Briefs: Longwood pitcher picked up in MLB Draft
Longwood pitcher in MLB draft Longwood junior left-handed pitcher Kevin Warunek was selected in the 18th round of…
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Aldrich adds Aaron Smith, Myo Baxter-Bell to Lancers staff
Longwood men’s basketball coach Griff Aldrich announced the addition two new members to the men’s basketball staff. Aaron…
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Farmville parking fines decided by town council
After several months of discussion between residents, staff and council members, the Farmville parking fines ordinance has been…
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Health District addresses splashpad concerns after investigation
After June 29, reports started coming in to the Piedmont Health District (PHD), raising concerns about the Farmville…
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Work continues on Route 60 intersection in Buckingham
Does the intersection of Route 60 and Route 632 need a caution light? Buckingham County Supervisor Cameron Gilliam…
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Farmville splashpad set to reopen. Town staff answers questions
After it was shut down for two weeks, families can now head back to the Farmville splashpad. Town…
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Will charges be filed? Discussion held after Amish buggy accident
Charges are pending after Sunday night’s Amish buggy accident in Cumberland County. Virginia State Police officials said after…
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One person killed in Sunday collision involving Amish buggy
One person was killed and six others were taken to the hospital for treatment after a traffic accident…
Lifestyles
Virginia Children’s Book Festival sets this year’s author lineup
Bad Kitty. The Girl Who Drank The Moon. Judy Moody. Klawde the Evil Alien Warlord Cat. These characters…
Education
How will EO33 affect our schools? A look at ‘phone-free’ order
On Tuesday, July 9, Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin issued Executive Order 33, looking to guarantee a “cell phone-free…
Local
Another Top Five finish for Penick, Sangillo
Cameron Goble of Ringgold took the lead from Jordaine Penick on the third lap and pulled away to…
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A special delivery: Darlington Heights firefighters bring back flag
It started as a routine call. But by the end of the day on Sunday, July 7, several…