Opinion
Letter — Is economic development our top priority?
To the Editor: I agree with Edward Strickler regarding vacant storefronts and failed businesses downtown. What does the…
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Letter — We don’t need to ride a train to find America’s beauty
To the Editor: Those of us who love this country don’t need to travel on a train to…
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Letter — Census numbers may paint bigger picture
To the Editor: Why did the populations of Buckingham, Cumberland and Prince Edward counties fall from the 2010…
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Opinion — Expanded Court of Appeals will serve Virginia well
The administration of justice is a key principle in a democracy. The rule of law and the fair…
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Citizens should make own decisions on vaccinations
On Monday, Aug. 9, the General Assembly approved a compromise bill to spend about $3.5 billion in federal…
Opinion
Emergency services saved my life
To the Editor: I would like to take this opportunity to express my gratitude to the Buckingham County…
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Opinion — Finding America on the Crescent
A fellow community newspaper editor and Amtrak enthusiast once told me if you want to see what America…
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Opinion — Hello, here’s a recipe for mint tea
Hello, Farmville and environs! I just moved here and I’d shake your collective hands, but I’m too busy…
Letters to the Editor
Letter – Principals matter
To the Editor: Roger Watson’s most recent bellicose bloviation, “Take the Shot or Drink Alone,” is disgusting. And…
Opinion
Letter – Minority caused issues in Buckingham meeting
To the Editor: I wanted to bring full light to an article written by The Herald, “‘Despite protests,…
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WWII vet celebrates 96th birthday
Family and friends celebrated U.S. Navy World War II veteran Hobert Lewis’ 96th birthday Saturday, Aug. 7 at…
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Letter – Thank you Eunice Carwile
To the Editor: In response to the letter by Eunice Carwile, amen. Thank you! It could not be…
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Letter – Vaccination, mask issues reveal lack of trust
To the Editor: As it relates to folks choosing to become vaccinated, their choices are their own. However,…
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Editorial – School Board can’t continue to shut out the public
Prince Edward County has some excellent public meeting facilities where citizen leaders can hear and address the concerns…
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Letter — Unmussig did lots of good for Cumberland
To the Editor: The news of the resignation of Don Unmussig as the Cumberland County administrator was a…
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Letter — What’s the town and county’s plan for business growth?
To the Editor: I plan occasionally to ask some questions out of a framework of concern for a…
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Letter — An apology to VFW Post 7059
To the Editor: I certainly owe an apology to the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 7059 for the…
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Letter — We need real teamwork
To the Editor: Thank you for Roger’s Ramblings on Friday, July 30. “Uncheerful boobirds” added some levity to…
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Letter – Optional masking plan is reckless
To the Editor: What is Cumberland County Public Schools thinking? Optional masks in school? Currently we are seeing…
Opinion
Your vote highlights local businesses
The nominations are in and the ballots are set for the annual Reader’s Choice, an opportunity for you…
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Editor is a disgrace to the news business
To the Editor: Thank you, Eunice Carwile, for your accurate, decent and patriotic response to the very foul…
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Column – Get the shot or drink alone
In order to protect their employees and keep their doors open, businesses across the country are beginning to…
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Letter – Infrastructure bill has more to do with social justice
To the Editor: With utmost respect, Editor (Roger) Watson may want to consider that Republicans and Democrats have…
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Letter – Kudos to Carwile
To the Editor: I am responding to (Eunice) Carwile’s letter of July 28 “Confederate Soldiers Did Not Have a…
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Letter — Superintendent should comply with guidelines
To the Editor: Anger. Frustration. Shock. Utter disbelief. These are the emotions I felt when I read Dr.…
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Letter — VFW also remembers fallen veterans
To the Editor: On behalf of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 7059, I am writing to bring attention…
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Opinion — Is Virginia really No. 1 for business?
It was great news that, according to CNBC, Virginia is the number one state in the nation to…