BUSINESS
Grateful Fed uses food to heal the soul and body
FARMVILLE – Grateful Fed is currently an off-site catering company, but owner Tammy Nelson hopes it can turn into so much more. Nelson is a ...
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prince edward county
To finish storm cleanup, VDOT will close roads in Prince Edward
The rain may have stopped, but cleanup continues in Prince Edward County. To finish doing that, officials with the Virginia Department of Transportation say they’ll ...
by Rachel Austin, Thursday, July 20, 2023 5:41 am
prince edward county
Summer school helps Prince Edward students get back on track
FARMVILLE – Summer school helped get a number of students back on track for graduation. That was what Dr. Michelle Wallace, assistant superintendent for Prince ...
by Rachel Austin, Wednesday, July 19, 2023 12:35 am
CUMBERLAND COUNTY
Cumberland County stays busy in the midst of summer
Even in the height of summer and vacations, Cumberland County is still working to provide services to its residents. During the Tuesday, July 11 Board ...
by Rachel Austin, Wednesday, July 19, 2023 12:11 am
Buckingham
Rabies cases spike in Buckingham County, across the region
FARMVILLE – The numbers are going up. That’s the warning issued by the Piedmont Health District. In 2022, the district had to test a total ...
by Rachel Austin, Tuesday, July 18, 2023 12:25 am
Transportation
Cleanup continues with more storms looming this week
DILLWYN – The latest round of summer storms this past weekend added to the debris the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) and utility companies continue ...
by Rachel Austin, Tuesday, July 18, 2023 12:09 am
Farmville
Fire departments in Prince Edward County prepare for school year
Even though students aren’t ready yet, the fall semester is quickly approaching. Before it comes, the Farmville Fire and Hampden Sydney Volunteer fire departments are ...
by Rachel Austin, Saturday, July 15, 2023 2:21 am
Buckingham
Buckingham has changes coming for water and sewer fees
It’s now going to cost more to connect to a water or sewer line in Buckingham County. During their Monday, July 10 meeting, the Buckingham ...
by Rachel Austin, Thursday, July 13, 2023 8:25 pm
Buckingham
Board approves proposed Buckingham County softball complex
Softball players in Buckingham County will soon have a place close to home to practice their sport. At the Monday, July 10 Board of Supervisors ...
by Rachel Austin, Thursday, July 13, 2023 12:56 am
Cumberland
What’s causing crime numbers to stay low in Cumberland County?
During 2022, the crime numbers stayed low in Cumberland County. There were no murders, kidnappings, rapes or similar crimes. You can also count on one ...
by Rachel Austin, Tuesday, July 11, 2023 4:31 am
Farmville
Townsend named executive director at Moton Museum
FARMVILLE – The Moton Museum is starting a new chapter, but with a familiar face. On Saturday, July 1, the Robert Russa Moton Museum welcomed ...
by Rachel Austin, Monday, July 10, 2023 12:32 am
Farmville
Farmville Downtown Partnership moving forward with projects
The Farmville Downtown Partnership is a non-profit organization that works to preserve the historic downtown while connecting business owners, students and residents to create a ...
by Rachel Austin, Friday, July 7, 2023 3:06 pm
Crime
What do the crime numbers say about Farmville?
FARMVILLE – The clearance rate is up and the number of special operations cases is dropping. Overall, the crime numbers look good for the Farmville ...
by Rachel Austin, Thursday, July 6, 2023 3:41 am
Farmville
New sandwich shop Squeaky’s Sammies opens in Farmville
FARMVILLE – For anyone looking to grab a quick bite to eat or a sandwich to go, Squeaky’s Sammies is open for business in Farmville. ...
by Rachel Austin, Thursday, July 6, 2023 12:24 am
Buckingham County
New primary care practice fills a need for Buckingham County
DILLWYN – Buckingham County needs medical facilities. Out of Virginia’s 133 counties, Buckingham ranked 124th in health factors, according to the latest Community Health Assessments. ...
by Rachel Austin, Tuesday, July 4, 2023 6:11 pm
Local
Will July 1 law change stop broadband lines being cut?
As broadband projects are making their way across the state, problems have arisen due to buried lines being accidentally cut in the installation process. The ...
by Rachel Austin, Monday, July 3, 2023 8:59 pm
Farmville
Potential storms won’t stop Farmville’s Fireworks After Dark
FARMVILLE – As soon as the forecast popped up earlier today, we started getting calls about when Fireworks After Dark was getting moved. The answer ...
by Rachel Austin, Monday, July 3, 2023 4:43 pm
Farmville
Waterworks joins the 100 Mile Yard Sale today
It’s a day where you can find almost anything for sale, depending on how far you drive. Saturday, July 1 marks this year’s 100 Mile ...
by Rachel Austin, Saturday, July 1, 2023 4:57 am
Buckingham
Wildfire haze remains around Farmville, weekend storms could help
Even though the sun was out Thursday, if you looked outside in Farmville, things seemed a bit more hazy. And that’s not going to improve ...
by Rachel Austin, Friday, June 30, 2023 6:18 am
Celebrations
Fireworks After Dark and other celebrations return to the area
FARMVILLE – Several towns in the area have Independence Day celebrations planned over the next week. But there are a few things you need to ...
by Rachel Austin, Friday, June 30, 2023 3:55 am
Farmville
Animal shelter needs help, as pet surrenders keep coming in
The Prince Edward County Animal Shelter is over capacity and is asking the community to help in any way possible. The animal shelter has received ...
by Rachel Austin, Tuesday, June 27, 2023 4:59 am
Farmville
With storms stalling, Farmville residents urged to take precautions
As we reported earlier, a major series of storms is headed this way. But now it looks like we have a little bit more time ...
by Rachel Austin, Monday, June 26, 2023 5:38 pm
Cumberland
Cumberland County Board of Supervisors get updates on schools, library and fire
At the Tuesday, June 13, Cumberland County Board of Supervisors meeting local agencies gave an update on recent successes and future plans for the coming ...
by Rachel Austin, Saturday, June 24, 2023 6:08 pm
Cumberland
Cumberland Electoral Board looks for new precincts
The Cumberland County Electoral Board gave an update at the Tuesday, June 13 board of supervisors meeting. During the monthly updates, the electoral board is ...
by Rachel Austin, Thursday, June 22, 2023 11:34 am
Local
Work continues on Route 307, as VDOT addresses traffic issues
RICE – The accidents keep happening on Route 307, especially at the intersection with Route 460. The good news is that Virginia Department of Transportation ...
by Rachel Austin, Tuesday, June 20, 2023 8:21 am
History
Juneteenth celebration planned at Farmville’s Moton Museum
FARMVILLE – The Robert Russa Moton Museum is hosting a Juneteenth celebration to give an opportunity for folks to come together and remember the past ...
by Rachel Austin, Thursday, June 15, 2023 8:05 pm
BUSINESS
Changes coming for Sandy River Distillery, with restaurant planned
Off Monroe Church Road, near the Sandy River Reservoir, you’ll find the Sandy River Outdoor Adventure Park and Sandy River Distillery. Here people can stay ...