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 ...
News
What happened to Cumberland’s Hecate Solar project?
What happened to the Hecate Solar project? It was supposed to come before Cumberland County supervisors on Tuesday, ...
Education
Prince Edward school board sets rules for religious exemption
If parents want their child not to attend school in Prince Edward County Public Schools, citing a religious ...
News
Some new options: Project aims to help Prince Edward farms grow
A group with members spread across Central and Southside believes it can help Prince Edward farms, thanks to ...
Lifestyles
Who’s ready to sing? Commonwealth Chorale rehearsals coming
Rehearsals for the Commonwealth Chorale spring concert season will begin Tuesday, Jan. 23, 7 p.m., at Farmville Presbyterian ...
News
Tigers hire ODU assistant as new offensive coordinator
The man calling plays for Hampden-Sydney’s offense this fall has plenty of Division I experience under his belt. ...
Opinion
From the Editor’s Desk: Forget Target, we’re just not there yet
There are some things people don’t want to hear. Nobody wants to be told they’re not good enough ...
News
Did early January accident damage Germantown Road bridge?
Yes, the Germantown Road bridge needs to be repaired. Officials from the Virginia Department of Transportation acknowledged to ...
News
Partners support Prince Edward County’s radio plan
FARMVILLE – It’s not going to be cheap to get every department in Prince Edward County on the ...
News
Buckingham County supervisors vote to correct years-long mistake
For years, the Buckingham County Recreation Department has used the property at 284 Industrial Park Road in Dillwyn. ...
News
‘Stay home if possible’: VDOT warns drivers about road conditions
The road conditions in Buckingham, Cumberland and Prince Edward counties are drivable, but just barely in places this ...
Lifestyles
‘Sharing the Story’: MLK Day event helps detail Farmville’s history
As a community, we are all different. Martin Luther King Jr. dreamed that difference would not matter. We ...
News
Storms, possibility of flooding closes Buckingham’s Prison Road
It’s going to be a little harder than normal to get to both the Buckingham and Dillwyn correctional ...
News
Herald News Briefs: Students make President’s List, Storm moves
Local students make President’s List It’s an accomplishment to make the President’s List at a college or university. ...
News
Mulchi wins special election, earns District 9 State Senate seat
The roads flooded, the power went out and allegedly at least one tornado passed through the area. But ...
News
District 9 special election still happening, despite expected storm
Yes, the rain is pouring down and Prince Edward County is under a flood watch until much later ...
News
District 9 Special Election Q & A: Candidate answers questions
One challenge with holding a special election is the short amount of time between the announcement and vote. ...
News
Charges are pending in fatal Buckingham County crash
One person is dead and Virginia State Police (VSP) officials say they’re continuing an investigation into what caused ...
News
A Status Update: Kinex says regional broadband project on track
Despite the occasional hiccup, the massive $25 million effort by Kinex to lay nearly 1,200 miles of fiber ...
News
Future unclear for New Leaf Solar in Prince Edward County
UPDATE: Since the original story ran, New Leaf Solar has pulled back its project, asking for it to ...
News
Who’s your choice? Early voting begins in District 9 special election
Prince Edward residents have just under a week to choose their next state senator. Early voting started Tuesday, ...
News
Piedmont Habitat dedicates Farmville homes, project advances
Piedmont Habitat for Humanity is finished with the Farmville portion of its regional project. Earlier this month, the ...
News
Cherry Evans inducted into Virginia Aviation Hall of Fame
They applauded Cherry A. Evans and her accomplishments. The Farmville native was recognized by a packed house this ...
News
Longwood rivalry game changes date, as ESPN plans visit
ESPN cameras are returning to Farmville next month and as a result, the date and time for one ...
Business
Firefly fiber internet project moves forward in Cumberland County
By the end of 2026, the goal is to have at least 99% of Cumberland County accessible by ...
News
A time to listen: Buckingham politicians discuss issues at town hall
Buckingham politicians asked questions, answered others and generally talked with residents during their December town hall meeting. In ...
Lifestyles
Moton holds ‘Hanging with Santa’ event
By Connor Thompson The Farmville Herald In the week before Christmas, every child has something they want to ...
SportsPlus
How to Watch Big South College Basketball Games – Wednesday, January 8
Wednesday’s college basketball schedule includes four games with Big South teams in action. Among those contests is the…
How to Watch A-10 College Basketball Games – Wednesday, January 8
The Wednesday college basketball slate includes seven games with a A-10 team on the court. Among those games…
How to Watch Loyola Chicago vs. VCU Women’s Basketball on TV or Live Stream – January 8
The Loyola Chicago Ramblers (10-5) will be trying to extend a three-game home winning run when hosting the…
76ers vs. Wizards Prediction & Picks: Line, Spread, Over/Under – January 8
The Washington Wizards (6-28) will look to stop a three-game losing streak when they visit the Philadelphia 76ers…
How to Watch George Mason vs. Richmond on TV or Live Stream – January 8
The George Mason Patriots (10-5, 1-1 A-10) look to continue a seven-game home winning run when hosting the…