Editorials
Delivering thanks and a warm welcome
We understand that the challenges that go into successfully leading a school system are many and great. This…
Opinion
Let your voice be heard
A portion of the Town of Farmville’s residents gathered at The Firemen’s Arena Thursday to hear about the…
Opinion
Keeping us aware, one test at a time
It isn’t well-known that every Thursday and Friday, the James River Association (JRA) and several volunteers in the…
Opinion
Healthy step toward growth
There are a variety of factors involved in making a given area an attractive place to live for…
Editorials
Yes for housing options
Members of the Farmville community can expect discussions and decisions made by the Farmville Planning Commission and Farmville…
Opinion
More time needed
Cumberland County, as well as adjacent Powhatan County, may describe the past few months as collective whiplash following…
Opinion
Take a stand against bullying
Everyone has experienced or witnessed a form of bullying during their life. Commonly, bullying is thought of as…
Opinion
To the Debs!
We at The Herald commend and celebrate the Prince Edward- Farmville Youth Association (PEFYA) Debs All-Star team for…
Opinion
Praise to Eggleston for developing efforts
Kate Pickett Eggleston provided an economic development report at the Prince Edward County Board of Supervisors’ July 10…
Opinion
Dixie Softball central
This weekend presents a golden opportunity for softball fans and those looking to encourage and support young athletes…
Opinion
Kudos to FACES, community
According to FACES Food Pantry President Ellery Sedgwick, “Nothing good happens fast.” This was the appropriate phrase Sedgwick…
Opinion
A salute to good parents
During the summer, we often dedicate space on the editorial page to commending the achievements of Dixie Youth…
Opinion
Speaking up
One of the most important things people can do for their communities, and in their communities, is to…
Opinion
A final challenge
It is a special thing to go out with a flourish, to hit the tape running at the…
Opinion
Cultivating economic growth
What makes a region grow? This is the question that area business leaders, economic developers, educators and marketers…
Opinion
Call for volunteers
Discussion from the Buckingham and Cumberland County Board of Supervisors meetings have revealed a desperate need for volunteers…
Opinion
Getting it right
Tensions were palpable at last week’s public hearing in Farmville regarding a conditional use permit for a 10-unit…
Opinion
Getting to work
People had a lot to say about the proposed Green Ridge Recycling and Disposal facility, set to be…
Opinion
Order made in America
The race for Virginia’s 5th Congressional District seat may seem a bit chaotic right now, but there is…
Opinion
Bringing to light
The community meeting involving those affected by the circumstances that brought about the Robert Russa Moton Museum, representatives…
Opinion
Digging deeper
There have been developments with two major pipelines in the Heart of Virginia over the past few weeks.…
Editorials
The H-SC gifts
It is one thing to have alumni who are willing to provide a quote, offering verbal support for…
Editorials
Graduates, here’s to you
Buckingham County High School was the first public school in the Heart of Virginia to hold its graduation,…
Editorials
Remarkable contributor
Monday was, indeed, an exciting day for Farmville as the grand opening of Hotel Weyanoke took place. High…
Editorials
Working together
We’re probably all familiar with stories in the news about businesses and governments at all levels being at…
Editorials
Celebrating growth in our area
The Heart of Virginia has seen a lot of growth in the past few years, an exciting development…
Editorials
Community voices heard
On April 25, with a 5 to 2 vote, the Farmville Planning Commission voted in favor of denying…