Education
NCI could be Longwood affiliate
During recent months, Longwood University and New College Institute (NCI) have discussed the possibility of NCI becoming an affiliate of the university. “It’s important to ...
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Church & Community
It’s the Great Pumpkin
It’s not every day anyone sees someone driving a large pumpkin in a truck down the road. This year, though, David Wilmoth found himself doing ...
by Carson Reeher, Thursday, October 27, 2016 1:13 pm
Business
PECHS gains access to microbiology lab
Students at Prince Edward County High School (PECHS) are getting hands-on experience in a real microbiology lab thanks to a grant from the Dominion Foundation. ...
by Carson Reeher, Thursday, October 27, 2016 11:26 am
Church & Community
A tin-canned success story
All it takes is a can-do attitude and a basket of ingredients to achieve success at the Prince Edward County Cannery. Now that stew season ...
by Carson Reeher, Thursday, October 27, 2016 7:12 am
News
It’s the Great Pumpkin, Mr. Wilmoth
It’s not every day anyone sees someone driving a large pumpkin in a truck down the road. This year, though, David Wilmoth found himself doing ...
by Carson Reeher, Wednesday, October 26, 2016 9:32 pm
Cumberland
Walk n’ Rolling for canines
Colleen Roberts “Walk ‘n Rolled” with her dog, Oatlyn, in Richmond to raise money to a cause near and dear to her. The DogFest Walk ...
by Carson Reeher, Wednesday, October 26, 2016 9:22 pm
Church & Community
A military salute, by tractor
One man is driving 15 mph around the country to change lives for veterans, “one mile at a time.” C. Ivan Stoltzfus recently set off ...
by Carson Reeher, Tuesday, October 25, 2016 2:22 pm
Cumberland
Christmas ‘Mother’ gets donation
Randy Redd, owner of Virginia Family Services (VFS), said he “wanted to really give back to the community, not just have a business here.” From ...
by Carson Reeher, Monday, October 24, 2016 7:51 pm
Cumberland
Color Run toward success
Cumberland students were given a colorful reward for their good behavior in class. Students who had shown positive behavior during the first nine weeks were ...
by Carson Reeher, Thursday, October 20, 2016 11:50 am
Education
Whisonant makes tuition easy
One Longwood University alumna was inspired by her college experience to help others afford a higher education. Stacie Whisonant grew up in South Hill, spent ...
by Carson Reeher, Thursday, October 20, 2016 1:11 am
Education
Students, staff recognized
The Cumberland County School Board recognized students and faculty members for their achievements during the board’s regular meeting Oct. 10. “I am both pleased and ...
by Carson Reeher, Tuesday, October 18, 2016 2:21 pm
Education
Students exchange cultures
During the past two weeks, 12 visitors from Germany called Prince Edward County home. The guests were visiting through Prince Edward County High School’s (PECHS) ...
by Carson Reeher, Tuesday, October 18, 2016 2:16 pm
Education
LCVA hosts honored authors
Guests gathered last week to hear three nationally acclaimed book winners share their insights. The Longwood Center for the Visual Arts (LCVA) hosted the panel ...
by Carson Reeher, Tuesday, October 18, 2016 2:15 pm
Education
LU reports three assaults
An alleged sexual assault reported by Longwood University this weekend is the third in the past month. According to a university spokesperson, the most recent ...
by Carson Reeher, Tuesday, October 18, 2016 2:10 pm
Education
Students exchange cultures
During the past two weeks, 12 visitors from Germany called Prince Edward County home. The guests were visiting through Prince Edward County High School’s (PECHS) ...
by Carson Reeher, Monday, October 17, 2016 11:41 pm
Local
Board cuts salary increase
Prince Edward County supervisors have eliminated a budgeted 2 percent salary increase for county employees for fiscal year 2017. The decision comes as a result ...
by Carson Reeher, Thursday, October 13, 2016 10:40 am
Church & Community
On-the-go bookshelf
A mobile book shelf is on the move in Downtown Farmville. The READ Farmville Book Cart — maintained by Virginia Children’s Book Festival (VCBF) staff ...
by Carson Reeher, Thursday, October 13, 2016 10:00 am
Education
Longwood sign vandalized
The recently installed Longwood University gateway sign has been vandalized over a series of nights, according to Director of Communications and Media Relations Matt McWilliams. ...
by Carson Reeher, Wednesday, October 12, 2016 8:11 pm
Education
New chiller approved
The Prince Edward County School Board agreed to fund a new chiller at the elementary school during this school year. The board will use remaining ...
by Carson Reeher, Tuesday, October 11, 2016 6:10 pm
Buckingham
Annual book festival returns: About 7,000 students expected to participate
This week, Longwood University will welcome classes and families from across the state for the third annual Virginia Children’s Book Festival (VCBF). The event fosters ...
by Carson Reeher, Tuesday, October 11, 2016 4:57 pm
Education
Prince Edward students earn recognitions
Several parties were recognized for their hard work during the October meeting of the Prince Edward County School Board. Among those recognized were German exchange ...
by Carson Reeher, Tuesday, October 11, 2016 4:53 pm
Farmville
Longwood students get golden tickets: Raffle gives Lancers a front row to history at their school
There’s no debate — Longwood University students had a terrific experience becoming part of history this week. Among the nearly 5,100 students who attend the ...
by Carson Reeher, Thursday, October 6, 2016 2:46 pm
Farmville
VP debate brings days of fun
Longwood University hosted more than just a debate. It provided days of opportunities for academic enrichment and fun. Students, faculty, staff and local residents joined ...
by Carson Reeher, Thursday, October 6, 2016 2:39 pm
Education
Lancer improves literacy
What is now a nationally recognized book, tour and movement, began as a Longwood University student’s idea. Kathryn Starke, a Longwood alum and founder of ...
by Carson Reeher, Wednesday, October 5, 2016 7:15 pm
Farmville
Information Center: Behind the scenes
While students were celebrating, media groups were producing content and members of the community were watching Tuesday’s festivities unfold, a small group of dedicated employees were ...
by Carson Reeher, Wednesday, October 5, 2016 1:52 am
Farmville
CNN live from Wheeler
Throughout the day Tuesday, CNN filmed live broadcast from Wheeler lawn on Longwood’s campus. Both students and community members watched the broadcast on a large screen ...
by Carson Reeher, Tuesday, October 4, 2016 5:05 pm
Education
Recycled rhythms
The Junkman brought more than just recycled “junk” with him to Fuqua School last week. He brought laughter, clapping hands and stomping feet for students ...