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Dave Kwiatkowski reaches Farmville on his coast-to-coast run
FARMVILLE – From “Fran-to-Sand”, Virginia runner Dave Kwiatkowski made his way through Farmville last week, on his way…
Lifestyles
Elijah Logue climbs into director’s chair for latest Waterworks show
From his debut six years ago as Anthony Marsden in the Agatha Christie thriller “And Then There Were…
Lifestyles
Foundation launches new project to save Dunnington Mansion
The lights went up, the cameras panned over and for a couple days this month, the Dunnington Mansion…
News
When will it be finished? Lack of state budget challenges schools
Where is the state budget? That’s the question most school districts are asking across the Commonwealth. If that…
News
What does Cumberland County need? Residents respond to survey
CUMBERLAND – Cumberland County residents want more grocery options. As the county works on developing a plan for…
News
Cooling centers set up in Farmville, across region due to heat
The temperature keeps rising in Farmville and across the area. By 1 p.m. Thursday, we were already at…
News
Weather warning issued for Farmville, surrounding area today
Stay inside. That’s the National Weather Service’s advice for residents in Farmville and the surrounding area. Over the…
News
Construction is about to start on new Farmville Road business
A Dollar General is coming soon next to the old Fishin’ Pig site on Farmville Road. On Monday,…
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Charges pending in odd Buckingham County case
It was a bizarre situation on Tuesday, as a Buckingham County deputy was called out to Horsepen Lake.…
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Centra Medical Group announces plans for Dillwyn clinic
A week after Troublesome Creek Medicine launched in Dillwyn, now another medical operation has announced plans to open…
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No challenger for Ruff? Trudy Berry told she’s off November ballot
As of now, Trudy Berry will not be on the general election ballot in Virginia this fall. The…
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Piedmont Regional Jail escapees, alleged accomplices go to court
FARMVILLE – Adriana Marin-Sotelo had a request for the judge. As her case is not set to go…
Opinion
Letter to the Editor: A flag ordinance? What else is happening?
We all get distracted by things sometimes. Maybe it’s what’s on tv when you promised to mow the…
News
Letter to the Editor: We need to recognize the good in Cumberland
I’ve heard everyone under the sun grumble about Cumberland County for one reason or another. They’re upset because…
News
Prince Edward’s Wawa project takes another step forward
Work continues on the Wawa in Prince Edward County. You just can’t see it yet. That’s how both…
Education
Prince Edward broadcasting, nursing programs get funding help
FARMVILLE – Schools in Prince Edward County got some welcome funding help from the state this month, as…
News
Prince Edward County deputy injured in Saturday accident
A sheriff’s deputy from Prince Edward County is in the hospital today, after a traffic accident. The single…
News
Buckingham Firefighters Association swaps event date after storm
DILLWYN – The severe storms that came rolling through July 15 knocked down power lines, caused property damage…
Lifestyles
Cumberland County’s Lucyville gets state historical marker
Within a month, you’ll be able to pinpoint exactly where Lucyville used to be. The Virginia Department of…
Education
Prince Edward Elementary honored with state improvement award
FARMVILLE – It’s about the science of reading. That’s what Prince Edward County Elementary Principal Teresa Vance says.…
News
Cumberland sheriff’s office gets upgrades thanks to federal grant
CUMBERLAND – Last week, the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office received a Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) grant.…
News
Grateful Fed uses food to heal the soul and body
FARMVILLE – Grateful Fed is currently an off-site catering company, but owner Tammy Nelson hopes it can turn…
News
To finish storm cleanup, VDOT will close roads in Prince Edward
The rain may have stopped, but cleanup continues in Prince Edward County. To finish doing that, officials with…
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Farmville town council approves gift to the IDA
Some additional funds will be going to the Industrial Development Authority, after the Farmville Town Council approved the…
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Notebook: Longwood player excels, Farmville native makes list
Longwood baseball’s Kevin Warunek has been a strikeout artist this summer for the Arroyo Saints in the California…
News
Flag ordinance amended, sent back to Prince Edward supervisors
FARMVILLE – Prince Edward’s flag ordinance is going back to the board of supervisors for another vote. This…
Education
Summer school helps Prince Edward students get back on track
FARMVILLE – Summer school helped get a number of students back on track for graduation. That was what…