Farmville Mayor David Whitus signed a proclamation recently recognizing the Heart of Virginia Christmas Mother program — one that serves the community by providing for those in need with food, new clothes, toys, books and other gift items during the holiday season. Pictured are, from left, front row, Farmville Mayor David Whitus; second row, 2017 Christmas Mother and Prince Edward County Commonwealth’s Attorney Megan Clark, Kate Pickett Eggleston, Jenn Kinne and Carolyn Jones, of Carter’s Flower Shop; back row, Sidney Allen, of Rochette’s Florist, Farmville Town Manager Gerald Spates and Evelyn Francis.