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Arvonia native sets new school record for Hampden-Sydney
Arvonia native Haden VonCanon was one of two Hampden-Sydney runners to set school records, as the Tigers competed…
Lifestyles
Cumberland Historical Society: Let’s answer some questions
The Cumberland County Historical Society and the Cumberland Museum are located in the Old Clerk’s Office in Cumberland…
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‘A true testament’: Walyn Napper reinvented himself at Longwood
“I just want to thank God for guiding me to Longwood,” guard Walyn Napper said after the season’s…
Education
District picks successor for Gills at Cumberland County Elementary
Now we know who the next principal at Cumberland County Elementary will be. And it’s someone very familiar…
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Hampden-Sydney football adds three to coaching staff
Three new faces will join first-year head coach Vince Luvara on the sidelines at Hampden-Sydney this fall. On…
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Old Ridge Road solar project dead: New Leaf pulls requests
There won’t be a public hearing about Old Ridge Road next week after all. On Monday, March 25,…
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No more cyanide: Governor signs off on mining bill
Last month, it became a rare case of a bill that got full approval from both the State…
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State honors Frank Ruff in multiple ways
They paid tribute to Virginia State Sen. Frank Ruff in a number of ways this week. The former…
Lifestyles
Neighborhood Watch honors Southall
The Tuggle Neighborhood Watch recognized former Sheriff Gene Southall, at their March meeting, for his dedicated service to…
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What will Farmville town budget look like? Council hears proposal
The town of Farmville is in a good place financially. That was the message Town Manager Dr. Scott…
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Buckingham County schools deal with social media threat
Buckingham County Public Schools are operating on regular schedule today. Let’s get that part out of the way…
Lifestyles
Easter celebrations start: Herald Calendar for the week of March 29
It’s Easter time, with celebrations happening throughout Prince Edward, Buckingham and Cumberland counties. The Herald calendar is published…
Education
‘It has been a privilege’: Virginia Gills announces retirement plans
It’s almost time to say goodbye. That was the message delivered on Wednesday, March 27, as Virginia Gills…
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Prince Edward County’s ICE contract: A look at the financial details
We now have a bit more detail as to what Prince Edward County’s ICE contract involving the Farmville…
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Amare Gough takes two: Buckingham sophomore wins state titles
Buckingham County High sophomore Amare Gough has only scratched the surface of his potential, yet is picking up…
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Longwood baseball rallies late to pull out win against Spartans
Longwood baseball fell behind early Tuesday afternoon to Norfolk State before rallying late to win the midweek matchup…
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The Buckingham Republican Committee has been dissolved. Here’s why.
As of this past weekend, the Buckingham County Republican Committee doesn’t exist. By a majority vote of 22…
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From The Editor’s Desk: Some solar decisions don’t make sense
There comes a point where common sense has to win, where you weigh the pros and cons and…
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News Briefs: Pamplin shooting case ongoing, worm moon appears
No one was injured but there was plenty of damage done Sunday afternoon after a Pamplin shooting. Prince…
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Longwood baseball rallies to beat Presbyterian
The Longwood baseball team used a big eighth inning Sunday to power past Presbyterian in the series finale…
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Deputies called out, damage done after shooting in Pamplin
No one was injured but there was plenty of damage done Sunday afternoon after a shooting in Pamplin.…
College
‘We’re just on the front end’: Lancers look ahead after NCAA exit
Friday night didn’t exactly go the way the team hoped. The Longwood Lancers took on the University of…
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Longwood struggles against top-seeded Houston, exits tournament
It was a gift they’ll always carry with them, and that Lancer Nation will never forget. Starting in…
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Dominion grant project helps fire departments around the region
It’s not cheap to outfit a firefighter with turnout gear. For just one set, you’re looking at more…
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Weekend forecast, threat of storms causes postponements
The weekend forecast doesn’t look great for Saturday. On the one hand, there won’t be any concern about…
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For Longwood Lancers, different roads all lead to Memphis
They took pictures with students, hi-fived professors and police on Wednesday morning. Members of the Longwood Lancers then…
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Democrat candidates for 5th Congressional District seat hold forum
For Gloria Witt, it just doesn’t make sense. The President of the Amherst County NAACP and newest candidate…