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What happens to the mail we send?
The effects left in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene have led to a major disruption to the way ... Read more
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Landfill host agreement creates challenges for Cumberland officials
Sometimes, as Cumberland residents raise questions about the proposed Green Ridge landfill, county supervisors can’t say anything. It’s ... Read more
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Long completes management development program
Dwayne Long, vice president of information technology for Mecklenburg Electric Cooperative and EMPOWER Broadband, recently completed the Robert ... Read more
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Study examines conservation programs
Targeted voluntary conservation practices can help improve and support pollinator populations while benefiting agricultural production nationwide. That was ... Read more
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Miyares asks Supreme Court to protect parents’ rights
Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares on Monday led a 16-state coalition in filing an amicus brief asking the ... Read more
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State is ahead of the curve with broadband plans
Amid a national movement to close the digital divide, Virginia continues to lead the way toward universal broadband ... Read more
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Good looks to outlaw abortion
On a Thursday where abortion was a topic of the presidential debate, it was also a focus for ... Read more
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Rural areas face need for free clinics
The need for free clinics is growing. Not just here in Central Virginia, but across the state. That ... Read more
Lifestyles
Glenn honored with Farm Award
Earlier this month, the Piedmont Soil and Water Conservation District paid tribute to a local farmer. Daniel E. ... Read more
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Past experiences ‘make me uniquely qualified’
BY BRIAN CARLTON AND CONNOR THOMPSON The Farmville Herald Carl Eggleston wanted to tell the crowd a story. ... Read more
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Col. Eanes honored with award
Greg Eanes has been recognized for his work with Southern heritage. The retired U.S. Air Force Colonel, who ... Read more
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Don’t feed or pet the bears
Don’t try and pet the bears. That’s the first suggestion issued by the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources. ... Read more
Lifestyles
What is Mark Warner’s ‘Kids Off Social Media Act’?
Virginia Sen. Mark Warner wants to change how much children are on social media. To do that, he, ... Read more
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FFA students had a good year
Cumberland High FFA recently went to the Virginia Capitol to visit with area representatives during the session. They ... Read more
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Community Music Center offers violin lessons
For the second year in a row, the Longwood Center for Community Music will offer a five-week beginner ... Read more
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Buddy Ball wraps up for the season
Another season of Buddy Ball ended on Saturday, April 27 in Farmville. This time around, there were about ... Read more
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Good introduces Apprenticeship Act
Congressman Bob Good (VA-05) introduced the Apprenticeship Freedom Act this week. Currently, 83% of apprenticeship programs in America ... Read more
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Residents across region warned of toll scam
It starts with a simple text. The message says you’ve got an outstanding balance on your record, due ... Read more
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Celebrating 60 years of marriage
On Thursday, May 2, Archer and Nancy Southall celebrate 60 years of marriage. Archer and Nancy were married ... Read more
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Moton holds annual Barbara Rose Johns celebration
The Robert Russa Moton Museum was abuzz with activity on Tuesday, April 23 as the facility hosted the ... Read more
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Ag Awareness Days come to Central Virginia
Over the past two weeks, the Southern Piedmont Agricultural Research and Extension Center hosted a number of students ... Read more
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Mulchi appointed to Senate boards
The Senate Committee on Rules met in Richmond last week to choose lawmakers and citizens for a number ... Read more
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Good rolls out ‘Defund NPR’ Act
Late last week, 5th District Congressman Bob Good introduced the ‘Defund NPR Act’, arguing that tax dollars shouldn’t ... Read more
Lifestyles
UVA class explores Historic Buckingham
Joyce Gooden and Martha Louis of Historic Buckingham recently hosted a visit by a UVA class studying Black ... Read more
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April Employee of the Month recognized
At its Tuesday, April 9, meeting, the Prince Edward County Board of Supervisors recognized the County’s April Employee ... Read more
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River cleanup removes pounds of trash
Members of the Friends of the Appomattox River (FAR) and volunteers removed over 200 pounds of trash out ... Read more
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Green Ridge landfill project moves forward in Cumberland
The Green Ridge landfill project is a couple steps closer to going active. That’s how officials involved with ... Read more
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