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ARPA funds will pay for repair, renovation projects in Buckingham
What will the rest of Buckingham County’s American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds be spent on? Supervisors answered part of that question last week, voting to approve funding for several projects during their Monday, July 8 meeting. Buckingham County Administrator Karl Carter outlined multiple projects the county’s finance committee had recommended for approval. Just as […] The post ARPA funds will pay for repair, renovation projects in Buckingham appeared first on Farmville.
‘We’re gonna be in rebuild mode
Delquan Bigelow wants to build more than a football program. The new coach, hired this month at Prince Edward County High, said his goals stretch beyond the football field. “My main thing is building great men as well as great athletes, because one day, it won’t matter if you made it to the NFL or […] The post ‘We’re gonna be in rebuild mode appeared first on Farmville.
How much will CEP Solar pay? Prince Edward sets siting deal
Last month, the Prince Edward County Board of Supervisors voted to approve, with Harrison Jones and David Emert opposed, both proposals by CEP Solar. The group returned this month to fill in the blanks and come to terms on a siting agreement. That is, supervisors agreed to a set fee structure, in order for the […] The post How much will CEP Solar pay? Prince Edward sets siting deal appeared first on Farmville.
Herald News Briefs: Prince Edward Supervisors make a change
PRINCE EDWARD SUPERVISORS MAKE A CHANGE Back in June, Prince Edward’s Commissioner of Revenue Crystal Hensley came to the Board of Supervisors with a request. She asked the group to consider repealing the 1971 Mobile Home Ordinance, which was still in effect. The rule required a $2 mobile home registration fee and Hensley showed the […] The post Herald News Briefs: Prince Edward Supervisors make a change appeared first on Farmville.
Herald News Briefs: Longwood pitcher picked up in MLB Draft
Longwood pitcher in MLB draft Longwood junior left-handed pitcher Kevin Warunek was selected in the 18th round of the 2024 Major League Baseball (MLB) Draft this week. He was picked up by the Philadelphia Phillies with the 552nd overall pick on Tuesday. Warunek went 2-0 in 12 games out of the bullpen this season, posting […] The post Herald News Briefs: Longwood pitcher picked up in MLB Draft appeared first on Farmville.
Senior FFA members participate in leadership camp
Members of the Buckingham Senior FFA Chapter participated in the FFA Leadership Camp held at Graves Mountain Lodge on Tuesday, July 9. Piper Scialdo and Anna Snoddy enjoyed a day of camp that focused on leadership, personal growth and career success. These members took home valuable skills in public speaking, teamwork and leadership that will […] The post Senior FFA members participate in leadership camp appeared first on Farmville.
Aldrich adds Aaron Smith, Myo Baxter-Bell to Lancers staff
Longwood men’s basketball coach Griff Aldrich announced the addition two new members to the men’s basketball staff. Aaron Smith joins the staff as an assistant coach, and Myo Baxter-Bell will be the team’s new director of player development. Smith comes to Farmville with nearly a decade of experience in the collegiate coaching ranks, where he […] The post Aldrich adds Aaron Smith, Myo Baxter-Bell to Lancers staff appeared first on Farmville.
Farmville parking fines decided by town council
After several months of discussion between residents, staff and council members, the Farmville parking fines ordinance has been settled. By a unanimous vote, the Farmville council passed Ordinance 228 during their Wednesday, July 10 meeting. First, let’s get this out of the way. What changed Wednesday were the fines, that is if you park in […] The post Farmville parking fines decided by town council appeared first on Farmville.
Health District addresses splashpad concerns after investigation
After June 29, reports started coming in to the Piedmont Health District (PHD), raising concerns about the Farmville splashpad. Farmville residents were showing signs of gastrointestinal symptoms. This was later identified as an infection of the Norovirus and Enteroaggregative Escherichia coli (EAEC) bacteria. “EAEC is a less severe type of E. coli associated with acute […] The post Health District addresses splashpad concerns after investigation appeared first on Farmville.
Work continues on Route 60 intersection in Buckingham
Does the intersection of Route 60 and Route 632 need a caution light? Buckingham County Supervisor Cameron Gilliam proposed the idea during the board’s Monday, July 8 meeting. Complementing VDOT Scott Frederick and the work that crews have done on the area over the last two months, Gilliam asked what it would take to possibly […] The post Work continues on Route 60 intersection in Buckingham appeared first on Farmville.
Farmville splashpad set to reopen. Town staff answers questions
After it was shut down for two weeks, families can now head back to the Farmville splashpad. Town staff announced that the splashpad will reopen Tuesday, July 16 at 8 a.m. “The mechanical issues have been resolved at this time,” town staff said in a statement. They also took time to address some concerns that […] The post Farmville splashpad set to reopen. Town staff answers questions appeared first on Farmville.
Will charges be filed? Discussion held after Amish buggy accident
Charges are pending after Sunday night’s Amish buggy accident in Cumberland County. Virginia State Police officials said after consulting with Cumberland Commonwealth’s Attorney Wendy Hannah, discussions continue on the subject. As of Monday afternoon, we also have more information about what caused the accident and what happened afterward. According to Matthew Demlein, Public Relations Manager […] The post Will charges be filed? Discussion held after Amish buggy accident appeared first on Farmville.
One person killed in Sunday collision involving Amish buggy
**UPDATE: For an update in the Amish buggy case, just click here. ** One person was killed and six others were taken to the hospital for treatment after a traffic accident Sunday night in Cumberland County. Cumberland County sheriff’s deputies and Virginia State Police troopers were called out to the 2700 block of Cumberland Road, […] The post One person killed in Sunday collision involving Amish buggy appeared first on Farmville.
Virginia Children’s Book Festival sets this year’s author lineup
Bad Kitty. The Girl Who Drank The Moon. Judy Moody. Klawde the Evil Alien Warlord Cat. These characters and many more will be in Farmville this October as part of the 11th annual Virginia Children’s Book Festival, held yearly on the campus of Longwood University. The Virginia Children’s Book Festival has announced its 2024 author […] The post Virginia Children’s Book Festival sets this year’s author lineup appeared first on Farmville.
Dr. Elise Green named among ODU 40 Under 40
Current Longwood professor Dr. Elise Green, a two-time graduate of Old Dominion University, has been named among the Alumni Association’s 2024 Class of 40 Under 40. Members of this year’s cohort, selected based on rigorous criteria, are chosen for demonstrating excellence in achievement and service and for making an impact in business, research, leadership, education […] The post Dr. Elise Green named among ODU 40 Under 40 appeared first on Farmville.
DAR members hold book drive
Recently, the Service for Veterans Committee of the Judith Randolph-Longwood Chapter, National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution, held a book drive for the local Piedmont Area Veterans Council. Over 200 books were contributed to the PAVC’s new library. Pictured are Chapter Regent, Margaret Atkins, with Service for Veterans Committee members, Donna Ennis; […] The post DAR members hold book drive appeared first on Farmville.
Garden Club takes a trip
At the June meeting of the Cumberland Garden Club, the group met at Dr. Cynthia Wood’s home in Crewe to visit her beautiful gardens and home. The following ladies were able to join the group for this field trip. From left, on the back row, Nell Spain, Dr. Cynthia Wood, Debra Langley, Janice Lawrence, Tamara […] The post Garden Club takes a trip appeared first on Farmville.
Another Top Five finish for Penick, Sangillo
Cameron Goble of Ringgold took the lead from Jordaine Penick on the third lap and pulled away to win the 20-lap HEAT Hornets Division race this weekend. The event was part of Saturday night’s Boone Tractor Race Night at South Boston Speedway. The win was the second in a row for Goble who now has […] The post Another Top Five finish for Penick, Sangillo appeared first on Farmville.
A special delivery: Darlington Heights firefighters bring back flag
It started as a routine call. But by the end of the day on Sunday, July 7, several Darlington Heights firefighters had a chance to give something special back to a homeowner. Darlington Heights was called out to a fire Sunday on Abilene Road, as one structure on the property was going up in flames. […] The post A special delivery: Darlington Heights firefighters bring back flag appeared first on Farmville.
A slate belt story: Grateful Boomers head to Buckingham Slate
It’s time for another story of the Grateful Boomers and for this time around, let’s talk micro-adventures right here in Buckingham County. Did you know that Thomas Jefferson specified Buckingham Slate to replace the tin roofs of the original buildings at the then-new University of Virginia, constructed between 1819-1826? Today it is shipped by rail […] The post A slate belt story: Grateful Boomers head to Buckingham Slate appeared first on Farmville.
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