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Favret tops Hampden-Sydney College 2024 Hall of Fame class
Hampden-Sydney College has announced its Athletic Hall of Fame Class of 2024. The 37th class of honorees will include a pair of Football All-Americans and three-year teammates, Nash Nance ’15 and Holton Walker ’15, along with Special Citations for their head coach and the program’s all-time winningest coach, Marty Favret, as well as former Tigers […] The post Favret tops Hampden-Sydney College 2024 Hall of Fame class appeared first on Farmville.
Farmville police continue search for armed robbery suspect
Farmville police brought in help to search for a robbery suspect this morning. The incident happened just after 6 a.m. Wednesday, June 5., as a black man dressed in a black shirt and red pants walked into the Marathon gas station, located in the 500 block of East Third Street. He was also wearing dark […] The post Farmville police continue search for armed robbery suspect appeared first on Farmville.
After Route 15 crash, VDOT plans safety review of area
The goal here is to cut down on the number of traffic accidents happening in Buckingham County. No one can deny that’s been a problem, one that often comes with deadly consequences. In the wake of yet another accident, this time on Route 15, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is taking a look to […] The post After Route 15 crash, VDOT plans safety review of area appeared first on Farmville.
Envigo agrees to plea deal in Cumberland beagles case
Guilty. That was the statement issued and accepted in U.S. District Court Monday as Envigo RMS LLC agreed to a plea deal in its animal welfare case. The case stems from the company’s now closed dog breeding facility in Cumberland County, which shut down in 2022 after being cited for 74 violations of the Animal […] The post Envigo agrees to plea deal in Cumberland beagles case appeared first on Farmville.
Moton Museum’s Cainan Townsend named to state task force
The numbers don’t look great. Just 2% of the 95,000 sites on the National Register of Historic Places focus on the lives and stories of Black Americans. That’s where Cainan Townsend and the rest of the Virginia African-American Cultural Resources Task Force come in. Townsend was appointed on Friday, May 31 by Virginia Gov. Glenn […] The post Moton Museum’s Cainan Townsend named to state task force appeared first on Farmville.
Trump lawyers issue cease & desist in 5th District, Good responds
A cease and desist order from attorneys representing former President Donald Trump has turned into the latest round of finger pointing in the 5th Congressional District Republican primary. On Friday, May 31, Trump attorney David A. Warrington sent a cease and desist letter to Congressman Bob Good. His argument was that some of Good’s promotional […] The post Trump lawyers issue cease & desist in 5th District, Good responds appeared first on Farmville.
Grateful Boomers try biking, as they explore Blue Ridge
The Grateful Boomers tried something different recently, exploring nature on bikes. The Virginia Blue Ridge Railway Trail is a rail to trail in Nelson County. This 14-mile out and back trail is rich in history, flora and fauna, scenery, and offers some culture in the form of a children’s book. Starting in 1914 and continuing […] The post Grateful Boomers try biking, as they explore Blue Ridge appeared first on Farmville.
Planning starts for next Art Walk
Central Virginia Arts (CVA) members gathered at Riverside Cafe recently to critique the very successful ART WALK 2024, which was held on The High Bridge Trail April 27. They discussed some exciting plans for ART WALK 2025, to be held on Saturday, April 26, 2025. Everyone agreed that The High Bridge Trail is just the […] The post Planning starts for next Art Walk appeared first on Farmville.
Tobacco Commission chooses Ruff as chair, signs off on projects
A face familiar to Prince Edward County residents will be taking over the Tobacco Commission. The Commission membership voted in former state lawmaker Frank Ruff as their new chairman during meetings this month in Lee County. First, let’s explain what the commission does. The Tobacco Region Revitalization Commission was created in 1999 by the Virginia […] The post Tobacco Commission chooses Ruff as chair, signs off on projects appeared first on Farmville.
Cumberland Education Foundation gives out scholarships
On Wednesday, May 1 at 6 p.m., the Cumberland Education Foundation (Cumberland County Public Schools Foundation, Inc.) awarded scholarships to the graduating class as well as former graduates of Cumberland County High School in the cafetorium, following dinner. This year, the Foundation has given 60 scholarships to 30 students (16 college students and 14 high […] The post Cumberland Education Foundation gives out scholarships appeared first on Farmville.
Grateful Boomers try biking, as they explore Blue Ridge
The Grateful Boomers tried something different recently, exploring nature on bikes. The Virginia Blue Ridge Railway Trail is a rail to trail in Nelson County. This 14-mile out and back trail is rich in history, flora and fauna, scenery, and offers some culture in the form of a children’s book. Starting in 1914 and continuing […] The post Grateful Boomers try biking, as they explore Blue Ridge appeared first on Farmville.
Towler’s season tracking in positive direction
Justin Towler’s goal for the 2024 season is to have significantly better results than last season. Heading into the 50-lap Budweiser Limited Sportsman Division race that will be part of South Boston Speedway’s Oak River Realty Race Night event on Saturday night, June 8, Towler’s season is slowly tracking in the right direction. Towler won […] The post Towler’s season tracking in positive direction appeared first on Farmville.
What is Shireton? New proposal moves forward in Buckingham
A unique proposal will have a chance for a public hearing in Buckingham County. By a unanimous vote, the planning commission on Tuesday, May 28 agreed to send the Shireton request made by Matthew and Jessica Nicholas forward. The couple live in Powhatan, but own a piece of property in the Slate River District. Located […] The post What is Shireton? New proposal moves forward in Buckingham appeared first on Farmville.
Three arrested, pounds of drugs seized by Tri-County Task Force
Several pounds of drugs were seized and multiple people arrested, including one wanted in Prince Edward County, after a Tri-County Task Force operation in Charlotte County this week. On Wednesday, May 29, the Tri-County Task Force worked with the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office and Virginia State Police to execute a series of search warrants in […] The post Three arrested, pounds of drugs seized by Tri-County Task Force appeared first on Farmville.
Cumberland Students of the Month honored at school board meeting
Each month during the regularly scheduled meeting, the Cumberland School Board recognizes the Students of the Month for each school. The following students were recognized by School Board members at their May meeting. • Aleesa Johnson, first grader at Cumberland Elementary School, daughter of Jalessa and Stephon Johnson of Farmville. • Daylin Watson, fifth grader […] The post Cumberland Students of the Month honored at school board meeting appeared first on Farmville.
Herald Community Calendar for the week of May 31, 2024
The Herald Church and Community Events calendar is published each Friday. Items must be submitted by 10 a.m. Monday for that Friday’s calendar. Events should be emailed to CommunityCalendar@FarmvilleHerald.com. MAY 30 BIBLE STUDY — New Store Baptist Church, located at 9637 Francisco Road in Farmville, will hold a six-week Bible Study labeled “Learning From the […] The post Herald Community Calendar for the week of May 31, 2024 appeared first on Farmville.
Ribbon Cutting held for 201 North Main
Residents and business owners came together on Thursday, May 23 to celebrate the work that’s been done at the 201 N. Main Business Center, owned by Anastasiia Cifers. More than 80 people showed up for the ribbon cutting, done to showcase the upgrades made to the building’s exterior. Afterwards, the event ran from 5 p.m. […] The post Ribbon Cutting held for 201 North Main appeared first on Farmville.
‘May God continue to watch over’
They paid tribute to the fallen on Monday, remembering those who had given their lives. Residents of Prince Edward, Charlotte and Lunenburg counties all made their way to Lakeview Cemetery. They talked about Billy Adams, about William Carter and L. Roy Frank, along with the 47 other Prince Edward County residents who gave their lives […] The post ‘May God continue to watch over’ appeared first on Farmville.
Is change coming? State proposes new hunting with hounds rules
Should there be more rules controlling when and how you can go hunting with hounds in Buckingham County? How about in Cumberland or Prince Edward? The Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources has introduced several new proposals and now want residents across the Commonwealth to weigh in. The 45-day comment period runs through July 5 on […] The post Is change coming? State proposes new hunting with hounds rules appeared first on Farmville.
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