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How do you bring business to Cumberland? Task force launched
While the Cumberland comprehensive plan was being developed, residents filled out surveys to share their thoughts. Residents kept ...
News
Herald News Briefs: Light on West Third still needs some work
Yes, the traffic light is working at the corner of West Third and North streets in Farmville. But ...
Education Main
Prince Edward board hears latest school calendar proposal
If the current proposal is approved next month, students in Prince Edward County Public Schools would start classes ...
News
Carter Woodson: New Canton native shaped Black History Month
He was a journalist, a historian and the founder of the Association for the Study of African American ...
Education
‘Take it one day at a time’: Alex Elliott focuses on teambuilding
It was about eighth grade when he made up his mind. Before that, Alex Elliott had been a ...
Lifestyles
Every exhibit in Cumberland has a story to tell
By Barbara Gamage Special to The Farmville Herald Every exhibit tells a story. And that’s especially true at ...
Farmville
Herald News Briefs: A fix coming for Old Ridge Road flooding
A fix coming for Old Ridge Road During Tuesday night’s meeting, Prince Edward County supervisors asked about finding ...
News
Old Kings Highway wreck leaves one dead, others injured
One person is dead and others were hospitalized after a wreck Monday on Old Kings Highway. Now Virginia ...
News
Is the Farmville Riverwalk project too expensive?
Is the planned Farmville Riverwalk project getting too expensive to continue? That’s what the town council has to ...
News
New candidate enters 5th District Congressional race
And then there were four. This week, Amherst County resident Gloria Tinsley Witt entered the race to be ...
Education
‘We have a target on our back’: Josiah Hardy, Tigers face challenge
It was a hard-fought game on Feb. 3, but the Hampden-Sydney Tigers fell just short. The team lost ...
News
New Canton man faces drug, firearm charges after recent incident
A 39-year-old New Canton man faces multiple drug and firearm charges, after a situation that took place Wednesday ...
News
Five hospitalized after Farmville traffic accident on Wednesday
Five people from two vehicles were taken to the hospital after a traffic accident that happened Wednesday in ...
Lifestyles
Proposed federal bill would help Sailor’s Creek restoration
The federal government has a program called a restoration grant, which is meant to help restore battlefield sites ...
News
‘Big Give’ coming up for Better Days Farmville
January was a big month for Better Days Farmville, with seven families receiving supplies. Now, as the group ...
News
Drought Lifted? Recent rains impact Buckingham, Prince Edward
If there’s one thing the past three weeks of winter weather has done, it’s eliminate any drought concerns ...
News
Longwood Lancers struggle in road loss
A’lahn Sumler couldn’t miss on Saturday afternoon, and he led Charleston Southern past the Longwood Lancers 83-77 with ...
Lifestyles
Grateful Boomers head up to Bear Den Mountain
They indulged! Isn’t that what happens on New Year’s Eve? On New Year’s Eve, the Grateful Boomers set ...
News
Mayor Brian Vincent appointed to Small Cities Council
Farmville will be represented now on a national council. The Small Cities and University Communities Council announced this ...
News
Prince Edward deputies respond to hit & run on Five Forks Road
One person is injured and deputies have questions after a hit & run incident Wednesday on Five Forks ...
News
‘It’s my goal’: Christian Max Sangillo aims for Victory Lane
Christian Max Sangillo is like most 15-year-olds in Farmville, studying for classes and hanging out with friends. However, ...
Education
News Briefs: Prince Edward sets class makeup days, Tigers sell out
We’ve got a lot to touch on in today’s news briefs. Prince Edward County Public Schools has set ...
News
Hampden-Sydney keeps streak going with win over Roanoke
The capacity of S. Douglas Fleet Gymnasium maxes out at 1199. On Saturday afternoon, the Hampden-Sydney Tigers drew ...
Opinion
Mike Wilson: Of fictive kinship, Hampden-Sydney and an old legend
After I lectured to a Hispanic culture class at Hampden-Sydney College about the profound importance of “fictive kinship” ...
Lifestyles
Music, Stew & Meetings: Herald Calendar for week of Jan. 26, 2024
The Herald calendar is published each Friday. Items must be submitted by 10 a.m. Monday for that Friday’s ...
Education
Making the Grade: Students earn spot on President’s, Dean’s Lists
A number of college students who call Prince Edward, Cumberland and Buckingham home have been recognized by their ...
Opinion
From The Editor’s Desk: If Prince Edward doesn’t grow, stores won’t come
Promises alone won’t attract companies. I know that’s not what some people want to hear, but if you ...
SportsPlus
How to Pick the Capitals vs. Canucks Game with Odds, Spread, Betting Line and Stats – January 8
Whether you’re looking to place a single bet or have your eyes set on building a parlay, Wednesday’s…
Rockets vs. Wizards Prediction & Picks: Line, Spread, Over/Under – January 7
The Houston Rockets (23-12) visit the Washington Wizards (6-27) after winning three home road in a row. The…
January 7 NHL TV Schedule: TV Channel, Start Times & Live Streaming Options
The Carolina Hurricanes versus the Tampa Bay Lightning is one of many compelling options on Tuesday’s NHL slate.…
Top 25 College Hoops Picks Against the Spread – Tuesday, January 7
There are 10 games on the college basketball schedule on Tuesday that feature a ranked squad. That includes…
Best Bets for NCAA Basketball Picks Against the Spread for Tuesday, January 7
The Pittsburgh Panthers versus the Duke Blue Devils is one of many compelling options on Tuesday in college…