News
STEPS gets long-delayed funding to help with Israel Hill project
Back in April 2023, the Prince Edward Board of Supervisors took a vote and decided to set aside…
News
Solar projects pulled for redesign, no vote in Prince Edward
CEP Solar had hoped to get both of their latest solar projects approved in Prince Edward County. But…
News
Virginia Court of Appeals rules in Prince Edward flagpole case
Carolyn Bowman will not have to remove the flagpole on her property. And Prince Edward County officials say…
News
Letter to the Editor: Why do we keep missing the point?
I truly would like someone to explain to me why it is everyone gets so caught up in…
Buckingham
Spanberger, Earle-Sears qualify. No primaries in governor’s race
There will be no primaries for the Virginia governor’s race this year. Abigail Spanberger became the only Democrat…
News
‘I’m the ultimate competitor’: Ronnie Thomas takes over Longwood
Longwood Coach Ronnie Thomas hates to lose. This isn’t in some casual way, like when it comes to…
News
Farmville tax rate set to increase, proposed budget submitted
A proposed budget has been submitted for the Town of Farmville. Now council members have to decide if…
Lifestyles
Easter Bunny is coming to Farmville
The Easter Bunny is coming to Farmville, and his first stop will be Piedmont Senior Resources (PSR). That’ll…
Business
Cumberland County starts shaping economic development plan
Cumberland County officials came armed with a list of needs and questions. Now over the next several months,…
News
Sen. Luther Cifers gets first bill signed into law
Barely four months ago, Luther Cifers was being told he had won the special election for the 10th…
Lifestyles
Herald Community Calendar for the week of April 04, 2025
The Herald Church and Community Events calendar is published each Friday. Items must be submitted by 10 a.m.…
Lifestyles
Luther P. Jackson School project advances. EDA put in charge
The story of Barbara Rose Johns is the one many people know. They’ve also heard about Moton High,…
News
Dominion Energy requests change, wants new rate for data centers
Dominion Energy argues that because of inflation and infrastructure needed for data centers, their rates for regular customers…
News
Griffin Boulevard work gets a timeline. VDOT outlines plan
The idea is to improve safety, both for drivers and those walking near the intersection of Griffin Boulevard…
Lifestyle Main
RAM Clinic at Cumberland High helps hundreds of people
The little girl got excited when they gave her new glasses. She started looking around the gym and…
News
Kennel cough case leads to quarantine at Prince Edward shelter
Due to a confirmed case of kennel cough, the Prince Edward County Animal Shelter is currently under quarantine.…
News
Cumberland grocery gets tentative opening date, more details
As it stands, Cumberland County will have a grocery store as of Sept. 1, 2025. That’s when Travis…
Business
MiPa’s Table makes America’s Best list. Set to host Roadshow.
It was started as a way to minister to the community, but not like a church. MiPa’s Table…
News
Sales tax proposal gets vetoed, as Youngkin says now isn’t the time
For the second straight year, a significant majority of the Virginia House and Senate approved the sales tax…
News
Repair shop project now goes up to Buckingham supervisors
Questions were asked and answered on Monday, March 24. By the end of the discussion, the Buckingham Planning…
News
Herald News Briefs: Delays coming on Millbank Road
Starting in two weeks, drivers heading down parts of Millbank Road ((Route 639) can expect some delays. VDOT…
Public Schools
Cumberland Spelling Bee winners honored by School Board
Winners of the annual Cumberland Spelling Bee contest held at Cumberland County Public Schools were recognized at the…
Buckingham
Yogaville events center proposal will be heard by supervisors
David Waters wants to aim bigger. Last month, his plan for a Yogaville events center was reduced in…
News
Cumberland capital improvement plan details sheriff, fire needs
What does the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office need, in terms of new vehicles, repairs or new equipment? What…
Lifestyle Main
Sprouse’s Corner expansion proposal moves forward
Back in 2006, the Sprouse family came before the Buckingham supervisors, asking for a special use permit. The…
Public Schools
Chip Jones named new superintendent for Prince Edward schools
Dr. Donald C. Jones Jr. will become the next superintendent of Prince Edward County Public Schools. The current…
Lifestyles
Herald Community Calendar for the week of March 28, 2025
The Herald community calendar is published each Friday. Items must be submitted by 10 a.m. Monday for that…