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Herald News Briefs: New Kingsville business opens, scams pop up
After a bit of a ‘soft opening’, the Dollar General in Kingsville is ready for business. But the ...
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Cumberland County supervisors look ahead during budget talks
The main hurdle for Cumberland County as it heads into 2024 involves competition. As supervisors discussed the upcoming ...
News
A Tiger’s Tale: Hampden-Sydney upsets nation’s No. 1 team
It wasn’t even close. That was one of the best parts for the Hampden-Sydney Tigers. They went on ...
News
Democrats set 9th District primary, Berry asked to step aside
Just as Republicans are meeting this week to choose a candidate, Democrats in the 9th District don’t want ...
Education
‘Share tables’ help hungry students in Cumberland schools
If you’re a hungry student in Cumberland County schools, the district has set up a way to help. ...
News
Griff Aldrich reaches 100 wins as Longwood’s streak continues
On Sunday afternoon, Longwood men’s basketball extended the nation’s longest winning streak to 12 straight games, while also ...
News
Frank Ruff plans to retire, special election set for District 9 seat
It’s time to step down. That was the decision Virginia State Sen. Frank Ruff announced on Friday, Dec. ...
Public Schools
Cumberland’s Top Teacher: Emily Overstreet encourages students
Emily Overstreet said she focuses on more than just art. The Teacher of the Year for Cumberland County ...
News
Permits approved for Wawa, other projects move forward
Yes, the long-discussed Wawa is still moving forward. In fact, you’ll start seeing construction take place on that ...
Lifestyles
Is Farmville energy efficient? Town preps resolution for ABM plan
After over a year of conversation, the Farmville Town Council had one of its final discussions about ABM ...
Education
Should Prince Edward schools completely ban cell phones?
The problem is something that’s popping up in Prince Edward schools, at both the middle and high school. ...
Lifestyles
Sailor’s Creek offers second chance to see the Star of Bethlehem
People came from all over to see the presentation. On Saturday, Dec. 2, they poured into the museum ...
News
Cumberland Christmas parade postponed due to stormy forecast
Residents will have to wait one more week to see the antique vehicles and floats in Cumberland. Due ...
News
Vince Luvara takes over: Tigers introduce new football coach
They say he’s a tireless recruiter, someone who helps raise a team’s standard. Even opposing coaches call him ...
News
Virginia lawmakers support EZ request from Prince Edward County
They said yes. After requests came in from officials in Prince Edward, Charlotte and Lunenburg counties, state lawmakers ...
Education
Prince Edward, Buckingham schools get help with security funding
FARMVILLE – In October 2022, Prince Edward County residents were asked to give their thoughts. What did they ...
Lifestyles
“Puss In Boots” Redux for Waterworks Players this weekend
For almost a generation, The Waterworks Players’ holiday panto has been a beloved tradition in the Farmville community. ...
News
Eight Straight: Longwood men’s basketball continues streak
Make it eight straight wins for Longwood men’s basketball. However, win number eight took a bit of work. ...
News
High Bridge offers a chance to see Geminid meteor shower
Last week, we talked about the Geminid meteor shower, which can be seen here in Central Virginia through ...
Education
Prince Edward County schools focus on new character program
Just five minutes. That’s all teachers in Prince Edward County will need to educate public school students on ...
Lifestyles
Longwood offers reader’s theatre version of “A Christmas Carol”
With Thanksgiving over, Longwood is ready to spread the holiday spirit with a Christmas classic. This weekend, the ...
Education
Top Ten and Aiming Higher: Buckingham High Raiders look ahead
What’s next after placing 10th in the nation? You train to prove your team is the ‘Best of ...
News
FACES Food Pantry gets help from Food Lion
One local nonprofit got some good news on Monday, as FACES Food Pantry received some help from Food ...
Lifestyles
Sailor’s Creek event explores the Star of Bethlehem
Coming up this weekend, Sailor’s Creek Battlefield Historical State Park will take a unique look at a part ...
News
Task force looks at family engagement
Everyone admits that school districts across the state are dealing with chronic absenteeism. Students, and in some cases ...
News
One game, one 2OT win in Brock Challenge for Longwood Lancers
The Brock Challenge is going good so far for the host Longwood Lancers. In overtime, Longwood men’s basketball ...
News
Community turns Wicked Cozy Bakery from hobby to business
It started out as a hobby. But now, this Massachusetts native, who calls Buckingham County home, has turned ...
SportsPlus
How to Watch the NBA Today, January 9
There are eight contests on today’s NBA schedule, among them the Houston Rockets against the Memphis Grizzlies. Searching…
NBA Spread and Total Picks for Today, January 9
In a Thursday NBA schedule that includes a lot of exciting contests, the Golden State Warriors versus the…
Best Bets for NCAA Basketball Picks Against the Spread for Thursday, January 9
The contests on the Thursday college basketball schedule for which we have suggested picks against the spread include…
How to Watch Top 25 College Basketball Games – Thursday, January 9
The Oregon Ducks and the Ohio State Buckeyes hit the court in one of three games on the…
Top 25 College Hoops Picks Against the Spread – Thursday, January 9
There are three games on the college basketball schedule on Thursday that feature a ranked team. That includes…