News
Yes or No? Farmville council makes choice on Meriwood rezoning
After several months of questions and different numbers being offered, we now have a decision on the Meriwood…
News
Rice convenience center issues are just temporary, officials say
Jessie Yates was angry. Speaking to the Prince Edward County supervisors on Tuesday, Aug. 8, he wanted them…
Education
Board members have questions about Prince Edward’s crisis plan
FARMVILLE – The Prince Edward County School Board wants to take another look at the district’s crisis plan.…
News
A PUD question: Farmville council asks law firm what’s allowed
FARMVILLE – Back in June, Farmville resident Robert R. Gordon wrote a column in The Farmville Herald. In…
Lifestyles
Curious about ‘Rich Men North of Richmond’? Here are the lyrics
Over the last few days, Prince Edward County resident Oliver Anthony went viral with his new song ‘Rich…
News
A joint effort: Farmville, Prince Edward add support to Big South bid
FARMVILLE – As we reported in our last edition, Longwood University has submitted a bid to host the…
Lifestyles
A New Canton tradition returns: Friday Night Jam gives opportunity
After a slow start this year, a New Canton business is bringing one of its musical traditions back.…
News
Safe and Sound: Beagles recover, one year after Envigo rescue
The Humane Society of the United States is celebrating the one-year anniversary of the rescue of 4,000 beagles…
Education
Cumberland County schools celebrate Day One
CUMBERLAND – At Cumberland Elementary School, teachers lined up to greet students as they got off the bus.…
Lifestyles
Herald Community Calendar for the week of August 11, 2023
The Herald Church and Community Events calendar is published each Friday. Items must be submitted by 10 a.m.…
News
Prince Edward, Cumberland County programs honored
Every year, the Virginia Association of Counties (VaCo) hands out awards, recognizing county programs that help their communities.…
News
Monroe Church Road study faces delay
Everyone forgot one tiny thing. Back in July, Prince Edward County supervisors listened to residents who lived on…
News
Back to normal? Dominion Energy reinstates late fees, disconnects
For the past few months, Dominion Energy customers didn’t need to worry about penalties for late payments. Also,…
Opinion
From the Editor’s Desk: I still don’t understand this flag fight
I’ve been trying to wrap my head around something for a while now and it still just doesn’t…
Lifestyles
Review: Latest Waterworks show invites people to the swamp
Have you been to a swamp lately? Well now you have a chance to visit a very mysterious…
Education
Prince Edward Eagles welcomed back at Open House
By Connor Thompson The Farmville Herald Eagles need to be in the classroom every day. That was the…
News
Prince Edward supervisors vote on permanent flag ordinance
FARMVILLE – Cindy Koether had a question. Like most of the Prince Edward County residents that filled up…
News
Walter Saxon files for supervisor race in Buckingham County
Walter Saxon, Jr., a Dillwyn dentist since 1982, has announced his candidacy for the District 4 supervisor position…
News
Verdict handed down in Christopher Michael Rowan case
BLACKSTONE – Christopher Michael Rowan will spend the next part of his life behind bars. The Crewe resident…
News
Remembering Richard Wallace
This past weekend, the community gathered to remember a man who spent his life making Farmville a better…
News
Cumberland County looks at a new plan for Luther P. Jackson High
Cumberland County is looking at a new future for the old Luther P. Jackson High School building. As…
News
Farmville Police look to crack down on illegal parking around town
FARMVILLE – Farmville Police Chief Andy Ellington has heard the complaints. People park their cars in fire lanes…
News
Prince Edward Sheriff Epps announces he’ll run for a second term
Prince Edward County Sheriff L.A. “Tony” Epps will run for a second term. Epps was elected Sheriff in…
News
Longwood puts in Big South tournament bid. What does that mean?
FARMVILLE – The bid is in. Now it’s up to the Big South Conference to make a decision.…
News
Investigation continues into fatal Cumberland County crash
One week later, Virginia State Police say they’re still investigating a fatal traffic accident. The Cumberland County crash…
News
Farmville Police, Sheriff’s Office set National Night Out 2023 date
We have a date in place now for this year’s National Night Out in Farmville. The Farmville Police…
News
Farmville region under “enhanced threat” of severe storms today
Be prepared for some rough weather later today. That was the warning issued this morning from the National…