Opinion
William Payne: A discussion of communism in America
As we continue forward in American politics, it seems that the Democrats are increasingly embracing ideas that align ... Read more
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Farmville Pride: Pride Month was about more than flags or parades
As a 20-year-old bisexual woman figuring out college life, Pride Month held great significance for me. It’s more ... Read more
Opinion
We need to clear up some confusion
As the Vice-President for Housing at STEPS, Inc., I work every day with Linda Ellis-Williams our program coordinator ... Read more
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Mike Wilson: Is it a garbage truck or a ‘mighty machine’?
Sorry, this is not about the Yugo or the Gremlin or the Corvair (my first car), but is ... Read more
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Dove Standley: Being seen on a ‘Day of Visibility’
March 31, the International Transgender Day of Visibility since 2009, uplifts the lives of Transgender people. As that ... Read more
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How do you manage a pond in spring? Here’s some help
Editor’s note: This is the first in a series of monthly columns by Cooperative Extension agents in our ... Read more
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Edward Strickler: ‘The sayings of the sepulchral sage’
Through daily walks in 2023, my husband and I picked up 17 cubic yards of litter in Farmville, ... Read more
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Edward Strickler: ‘The mystery of the forlorn photos’
In my earlier column, you might remember I mentioned trash that my husband and I found around the ... Read more
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Frank Ruff: Blessed by many angels here on Earth
During my experiences with cancer and surgery, I appreciated the great folks surrounding me. I thought they were ... Read more
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Josh Blakely: If we only…
Over the past several years, I’ve worked in an academic program that challenges undergraduate students to learn about ... Read more
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Letter to the Editor: This is why we support Epps
Editor, We, the members of the Gully Tavern Hunting Party, Rice, are writing to endorse L. A. “Tony ... Read more
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Mike Wilson: A story to tell about Briery Creek
When the Briery Creek Wildlife Management Area, featuring hundreds of acres of flooded timber for bass fishing and ... Read more
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Letter to the Editor: Why I support Sheriff Epps
Dear Editor, Prince Edward County needs and deserves the continued effective and highly competent leadership of L.A. “Tony” ... Read more
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Letter to the Editor: I have questions for our representatives
Dear Editor, Two opinion writers in the Sept. 13 Herald, Scott Denny and Justin Pope, both of Prince ... Read more
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Richard McClintock: Farmville, Prince Edward’s Lahaina is at hand
Suddenly, after sitting on their property for decades, everybody in Farmville and Prince Edward County seems intent on ... Read more
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Mike Wilson: Time for some confessions
While channel surfing recently, I happened upon “The Goonies,” a family favorite from the mid-80’s. I landed on ... Read more
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Mike Wilson: Let’s give a requiem for Sweet Sally
It is a significant understatement to declare that my friend The DC (apologies to Phil, but doesn’t every ... Read more
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Letter to the Editor: Time to fix Farmville’s parking
Dear Editor, Reading the recent story about the parking issues in Farmville, which I honestly didn’t know was ... Read more
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Mike Wilson: The story of me and Mr. French
I still remember meeting Mr. French for the first time very clearly, even though it has now been ... Read more
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Dr. Lee Banton: Celebrating excellence in local law enforcement
On Feb. 1, the United States Justice Department announced the publication of the second volume of The National ... Read more
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Letter to the Editor: It’s time to move on
Dear Editor, This “flag ordinance” has gotten so far off base that it is ridiculous. It is my ... Read more
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Let’s focus on what happens here, not in New York
Dear Editor, You can always tell someone’s priorities by what they’re talking or not talking about. They don’t ... Read more
Lifestyles
Mike Wilson: Farmville, this is the hidden art of lulling mallards
My good friend the Boss Man and I often joke about lulling our opponents into complacency during match ... Read more
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Byron Carson: Are Farmville housing rules a straitjacket?
Farmville housing regulations like zoning ordinances and minimum lot requirements are not a good look. Such regulations benefit ... Read more
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Maggie Snoddy: Let’s talk about the registrar’s office
On June 14, former Buckingham County interim registrar Luis Gutierrez, was given space in this paper to share ... Read more
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Letter to the Editor: Political ads should address local issues
Dear Editor, I am very impressed by the political ad in Wednesday’s Herald titled Voter Integrity Project by ... Read more
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Letter to the Editor: We don’t need government to choose our rights
Dear Editor, Where do our rights come from? Our founding fathers believed that our basic rights come from ... Read more
SportsPlus
Heat vs. Wizards Prediction & Picks: Line, Spread, Over/Under – March 3
The Miami Heat (28-31) host the Washington Wizards (11-48) in a matchup of Southeast Division teams at Kaseya…
Buy Tickets for Washington Capitals vs. Ottawa Senators on March 3
Pierre-Luc Dubois and Brady Tkachuk will be two of the top players to keep an eye on when…
Connor McMichael Player Prop Bets for the Capitals vs. Senators Game – March 3
Connor McMichael will be in action when the Washington Capitals and Ottawa Senators play on Monday, March 3,…
Aliaksei Protas Player Prop Bets for the Capitals vs. Senators Game – March 3
Aliaksei Protas will be in action Monday when his Washington Capitals meet the Ottawa Senators at Capital One…
Dylan Strome Player Prop Bets for the Capitals vs. Senators Game – March 3
Dylan Strome and the Washington Capitals play the Ottawa Senators on Monday, March 3, 2025 at 6:30 PM…