Columns
Mike Wilson: How I Spent My Summer Vacation
How did I spend my summer vacation? Short version: In a sensorial semi-fog. Detailed version: Plan A was…
Opinion
Way to Go: Supporting area children
The Farmville Lion’s Club, in partnership with The Farmville Rotary Club, sponsored a joint toy drive in support…
Opinion
Letter to the Editor: No, fences shouldn’t require permits
Dear Editor, An article in the October 11 edition asked; “Should fences require a permit?” The answer is…
Opinion
Letter to the Editor: Why I support Gloria Witt
I’ve rarely come across a political candidate whose background and experience so closely mirrors the personal life journeys…
Opinion Main
Letter to the Editor: Let’s build in Farmville, not tear down
I know most of these letters are from folks up in arms about something. I’ve been guilty of…
Columns
From the Editor’s Desk: Little things help after Hurricane Helene
It may seem a bit corny or even too old fashioned to ask for this. Ironically though, it’s…
Lifestyles
Edward Strickler: We need to get involved with county planning
In the matter of changes for the better with local public education: It is excellent to read and…
Opinion
Letter to the Editor: It’s clear who won the Vice Presidential debate
The Vice Presidential debate is in the books and the clear winner in my opinion was Senator JD…
Opinion
Letter to the Editor: We need to extend the Privacy Act
In the wake of Watergate and growing distrust in government overreach, the Privacy Act of 1974 was enacted…
Opinion
Letter to the Editor: I want a president, not a king
Dear Editor, As freedom loving Americans, we depend on conservatism and liberalism working together to keep us from…
Education
Justin Pope: For the next school leader, we must aim high
The first thing to say about the departure of Dr. Barbara Johnson as school superintendent is “thank you.”…
Education
Lee Banton: If the students aren’t prepared, why take the test?
Editor’s note: This is the third in a series of columns Dr. Lee Banton is writing for the…
Opinion
Letter to the Editor: Democracy is a fragile thing
American Freedom and democracy are fragile. President Reagan once said that it is never more than one generation…
Opinion
Letter to the Editor: Stop hating and help our country
I am copying something out of my prayer book “Living With Christ”. It presents a different point of…
Education
Lee Banton: Prince Edward schools need to answer this question
Editor’s note: This is the first in a series of columns Dr. Banton put together for the Herald,…
Opinion
Letter to the Editor: One less eyesore in Cumberland County
Many residents are not aware that there is one less eyesore in Cumberland County. When we moved here…
Opinion
Letter to the Editor: Who are the happiest people on Earth?
I read with interest the letters posted on both on Friday, Sept. 13 and Friday, Sept. 20, as…
News
Letter to the Editor: It’s a time of change for Prince Edward schools
I’m concerned that people think it’s all over and done now. I read last week that Barbara Johnson…
News
Mike Wilson: I reported to Hampden-Sydney in the fall of ’81
I was deeply saddened when my favorite comedian Rodney Dangerfield (you will remember him as bug-eyed, sweaty, and…
News
Letter to the Editor: Embellishments we give become the lies we tell
I have never been the type of citizen to bite my tongue, nor give idle compliments or hold…
Lifestyles
From the Editor’s Desk: You’d be surprised how much that helps
They said it was pretty impressive how quickly the thing spread. And no, that’s not an actual compliment.…
News
Letter to the Editor: Offering a different point of view
Dear Editor, I have a different point of view regarding the election. The letter in last Wednesday’s edition…
Opinion
Letter to the Editor: The definition of hypocrisy
Dear Editor, Concerning Kamala Harris’ flip flops on policy, she states that her values never changed. What does…
News
Letter to the Editor: I have a concern
Dear Editor, I am expressing a concern I have with dogs being placed in the food carts at…
Opinion
Letter to the Editor: I suggest everyone vote in person
The U.S. Postmaster General’s plan to slow down mail delivery to rural communities by one day to better…
Opinion
Letter to the Editor: This election gives the voters two choices
The 2024 election is quickly approaching with early voting starting on Friday, September 20 and this election gives…
Opinion
Letter to the Editor: Why I support Donald Trump
I’m writing today to express my support for President Donald J. Trump, Hung Cao for Senate, and John…