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Multiple Tigers earn honors from the National Football Foundation
A number of Hampden-Sydney College football standouts have earned recognition from the National Football Foundation (NFF). Braeden Bowling, Melik Frost, Dorian Green, George Langhammer, Braxton Mergenthal, TJ Minter and James-Ryan Salvi have each been named a member of the 2024 NFF Hampshire Honor Society. The society is made up of college football players from all […] The post Multiple Tigers earn honors from the National Football Foundation appeared first on Farmville.
Cumberland supervisors approve changes, sign off on budget
Cumberland County supervisors did two things during their special meeting on Tuesday, April 23. They approved a final budget and set the tax rates for the upcoming fiscal year. By a unanimous vote, with Eurika Tyree absent, supervisors approved a $41.434 million budget. That’s an increase of $66,214 over the current year. So the overall […] The post Cumberland supervisors approve changes, sign off on budget appeared first on Farmville.
Hitting 200: Hayden Harris reaches milestone mark for Longwood
Consistency is something that goes hand in hand with Hayden Harris. Over the course of four years playing baseball at Longwood, he’s started all but one game. He’s also been a consistent hitter, to the point of reaching a milestone. Back on Tuesday, April 16, Harris collected the 200th hit of his college career. It […] The post Hitting 200: Hayden Harris reaches milestone mark for Longwood appeared first on Farmville.
Cumberland supervisors give Stamey negotiation power
In addition to setting a tax rate and signing off on the budget, Cumberland supervisors made one more change during the month of April. They gave County Administrator Derek Stamey some more ability to negotiate. Previously, the Cumberland County Code didn’t allow administrators to enter into a Letter of Intent. That means he couldn’t negotiate […] The post Cumberland supervisors give Stamey negotiation power appeared first on Farmville.
Farmville murder suspect on the run, multiple agencies searching
**UPDATE: The murder suspect has been arrested, according to Prince Edward County Sheriff Tony Epps ** Felony warrants have been issued and police across the region are searching for 34-year-old Maceo Andre Johnson. The Farmville resident is considered a murder suspect, linked to the shooting death of Jermain Haskins. According to Prince Edward County Sheriff […] The post Farmville murder suspect on the run, multiple agencies searching appeared first on Farmville.
‘A remarkable human’: Rev. Samuel Williams Jr inspires community
When you look back over the Civil Rights movement, over everything from Brown v. Board of Education to the events 10, 15 years later in Farmville, the story is incomplete without mentioning Rev. Samuel Williams Jr. Father. Pastor. Teacher. Historian. Activist. The words and actions of Rev. Williams has inspired generations of men and women […] The post ‘A remarkable human’: Rev. Samuel Williams Jr inspires community appeared first on Farmville.
‘It’s their home’: Cumberland athletes see 42-year streak end
Wednesday, April 17 marked a banner moment for Cumberland High’s athletics program. The school hosted its first track meet since 1982. Coach Kenneth Jasey, who has been at the helm of the track program for the Dukes since 2011, was among the many thrilled to see this project long in the works come to fruition. […] The post ‘It’s their home’: Cumberland athletes see 42-year streak end appeared first on Farmville.
‘Part of My Purpose’: Louis Gould wants to start a domino effect
The idea is to start a domino effect of sorts. That’s how Louis Gould III views life. “The thing about living is to be able to, by the time you leave Earth, have an impact on people,” Gould said. “If you had an impact on 10 people, then you’ve had a solid impact. Then they […] The post ‘Part of My Purpose’: Louis Gould wants to start a domino effect appeared first on Farmville.
Hampden-Sydney’s bats explode as Tigers pick up 12-2 win
It was a hit parade Thursday night for the Hampden-Sydney Tigers. Junior team captain Christian Lancaster had three hits and two RBIs, with fellow junior Grayson Harris adding three hits of his own and one RBI, as the Tigers beat William Peace University 12-2 Thursday at Ty Cobb Ballpark. Junior Justin Reynolds earned the pitching […] The post Hampden-Sydney’s bats explode as Tigers pick up 12-2 win appeared first on Farmville.
Prospect man pleads guilty in 2022 murder case
Tai’Juan Williams will spend the next several decades behind bars. The 22-year-old Prospect resident pleaded guilty on April 25 to charges of first degree murder and use of a firearm in the commission of a felony. Both charges stem from the October 2022 murder of Dennis Dubose. In addition, Williams pleaded guilty to an unrelated […] The post Prospect man pleads guilty in 2022 murder case appeared first on Farmville.
Garden Club learns about how to help Habitat
The Weyanoke Garden Club met on April 17 in the home of Bettye Williams. Sam Rabon, Interim Executive Director for Piedmont Habitat for Humanity, spoke to the group about ways they could help with Habitat projects. Pictured are, from left, back row, June Lindsay, Marta Campbell, Nancy Andrews, Regina Hux, Kay Huggard and Susan Kimbrough. […] The post Garden Club learns about how to help Habitat appeared first on Farmville.
Early voting begins next week across the region
Starting late next week, residents across this region will be able to cast their ballot in three upcoming primary races. Early voting begins on Friday, May 3 for primaries in both the U.S. House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate. Primary Day itself is scheduled for Tuesday, June 18. But early voting can be confusing. […] The post Early voting begins next week across the region appeared first on Farmville.
News Briefs: Art Walk coming to Farmville, Tigers find out ranking
We start off today with a reminder. This Saturday, Downtown Farmville will be the site of an Art Walk, featuring about 30 artists and artisans set up along the High Bridge Trail, starting at the Train Station and then stretching down Main Street. This marks the first art walk for the area, running from 10 […] The post News Briefs: Art Walk coming to Farmville, Tigers find out ranking appeared first on Farmville.
Farmville Police to hold drug take back on Saturday
On Saturday, April 27, the Farmville Police Department will again join with law enforcement agencies across the nation to participate in the National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. This semi-annual event is designed to remove potentially dangerous prescription drugs and other medications from homes by allowing citizens to anonymously dispose of them in a safe […] The post Farmville Police to hold drug take back on Saturday appeared first on Farmville.
Prince Edward judge considers request to dismiss flagpole appeal
The Prince Edward County Circuit Court has been the venue again for a dispute over a 60-foot flagpole at the intersection of East 3rd Street and U.S. 460. The twist this time is that it’s a Prince Edward County board showing up as the defendant. Back in August 2023, Carolyn and Corbett Bowman appealed the […] The post Prince Edward judge considers request to dismiss flagpole appeal appeared first on Farmville.
Buckingham County supervisors sign off on operating budget
It was by far the quickest meeting for the Buckingham County Board of Supervisors this year. But Monday night’s meeting was also one of the more eventful, as the group voted to move forward on both tax rates and an operating budget. By a unanimous vote, Buckingham supervisors agreed to adopt a real estate tax […] The post Buckingham County supervisors sign off on operating budget appeared first on Farmville.
From The Editor’s Desk: I have yet to meet the free money fairy
I have yet to meet the free money fairy. I’m told that much like Santa Claus, all it takes is belief and he’ll magically appear, immediately giving you all the cash your county or town requires. He’s apparently been known to spring from the ceiling, throwing bundles of cash at unsuspecting council members. Or when […] The post From The Editor’s Desk: I have yet to meet the free money fairy appeared first on Farmville.
Waterworks latest is a ‘story of enduring deceit’
BY WADE EDWARDS Special to The Farmville Herald A story of family secrets and severed relationships, Tennessee Williams’s 1955 Pulitzer Prize winning play, Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, opened last weekend at the Waterworks Theatre on 25 SMI Way, Farmville. With an exquisite cast, splendid direction, and gripping dialog, the performance ranks as one […] The post Waterworks latest is a ‘story of enduring deceit’ appeared first on Farmville.
Rachel Balzer named as assistant coach for Longwood
Rachel Balzer has a new position with the Longwood women’s basketball team. The former Director of Basketball Operations and Player Development has been promoted to assistant coach, the school announced on Wednesday. In her first season at Longwood, Balzer coached two All-Big South performers while helping guide forward Otaifo Esenabhalu to a pair of Big […] The post Rachel Balzer named as assistant coach for Longwood appeared first on Farmville.
Spelling Bee participants honored
Winners of the annual Spelling Bee contest held at Cumberland County Public Schools were recognized at the March 7 meeting of the Cumberland School Board. The Scripps National Spelling Bee, started in 1925, is the nation’s largest and longest-running educational promotion. It is sponsored by the E. W. Scripps Company. Local competitions are co-sponsored by […] The post Spelling Bee participants honored appeared first on Farmville.
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