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Regional artists hold event at Riverside
A new exhibit at Central Virginia Arts will open with a reception coming up later this month. The new exhibition, featuring the art of Paula Totten and Patsy Coderre, may be viewed through August. A Cumberland County native, Paula Totten has always found herself at the intersection of art and science. She holds a Bachelor […] The post Regional artists hold event at Riverside appeared first on Farmville.
Down Range holds opening
A grand opening/ribbon cutting was held for Down Range Automotive on June 11. They are the new full-service mechanic shop in Dillwyn. Pictured are, from left, Dillwyn Vice-Mayor Sharon Baker, Mayor Karen Sue Moss, Councilman Gilbert Reams, Owners Troy Winfree and Justin Phillips along with his son, Justin Phillips Jr. as well as Chamber of […] The post Down Range holds opening appeared first on Farmville.
When will new farm bill be passed?
Agricultural organizations and farmers are urging bipartisan support for a new farm bill tied up in Congress as the September expiration date looms. After Congress issued a one-year extension of the 2018 Farm Bill late last year, some progress has been made toward a new farm bill. But intense negotiations continue around the comprehensive legislation […] The post When will new farm bill be passed? appeared first on Farmville.
Sorority and Fresh Girlz Club partner
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, the Kappa Rho Omega Chapter of Farmville and Lambda Delta Chapter of Longwood University, initiated the Youth Leadership Institute (AKA YLI) in partnership with the Fresh Girlz Club. It is a youth led and interactive leadership program designed to promote healthy independence and personal empowerment for youth ages 11-13. At […] The post Sorority and Fresh Girlz Club partner appeared first on Farmville.
Road work around the region
Crews will perform various activities throughout the district to include, but are not limited to bridge and guardrail maintenance, brush/tree/limb cutting, pothole/surface/shoulder work, surface treatment/paving operations, work orders, mowing, boom axing, drainage repairs/ work and roadside cleanup. Work at specific locations: Buckingham County: • Note district-wide activities above. Charlotte County: • Route […] The post Road work around the region appeared first on Farmville.
Jubilee celebration honors history-makers
BY TRACY AGNEW The Farmville Herald An upcoming event is the culmination of a dream Dr. Yemaja Jubilee had more than a year ago. On July 5-7, a series of events at Twin Lakes State Park as well as in the town of Farmville, dubbed the July Jubilee Juneteenth Celebration, will be marked by a […] The post Jubilee celebration honors history-makers appeared first on Farmville.
Clock is ticking for EMS agencies
BY TRACY AGNEW The Farmville Herald The clock is ticking for emergency medical service agencies, in Buckingham, Cumberland and across the region. They have four months to adjust to upcoming federal regulation changes that will upend the way they obtain and distribute medications for use on their ambulances. The ODEMSA Regional Medication Box Exchange System […] The post Clock is ticking for EMS agencies appeared first on Farmville.
Agriculture agencies investigate spongy moth
The Virginia Department of Forestry (DOF) and the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS) are joining forest health professionals across the Commonwealth to monitor the invasive spongy moth (formerly known as the Gypsy Moth). Long established in Virginia, the caterpillar with a voracious appetite favors oak trees but will also feed on many […] The post Agriculture agencies investigate spongy moth appeared first on Farmville.
Good looks to outlaw abortion
On a Thursday where abortion was a topic of the presidential debate, it was also a focus for Virginia’s current 5th District member in the U.S. House. U.S. Rep. Bob Good filed the “Life Act” on June 27, which would outlaw abortion on the federal level. Specifically, the bill would make it a federal crime […] The post Good looks to outlaw abortion appeared first on Farmville.
Rural areas face need for free clinics
The need for free clinics is growing. Not just here in Central Virginia, but across the state. That was the message delivered during the June meeting of the Committee on Advancing Rural and Small Town Healthcare. Created earlier this year, the Virginia House committee held their latest meeting at Longwood University, where they heard from […] The post Rural areas face need for free clinics appeared first on Farmville.
5th District results certified, official winner named in June primary
We have an official winner in the 5th District Republican primary race. The Virginia Board of Elections on Tuesday, July 2 certified the results, acknowledging State Sen. John McGuire as the winner with 31,583 votes to incumbent Bob Good’s 31,209. “Number one, I want to thank God,” McGuire said in a statement after the results […] The post 5th District results certified, official winner named in June primary appeared first on Farmville.
State group names award for Francis Wood, chooses first winner
After Francis Wood passed away, the Virginia Association of Broadcasters wanted to honor his memory. They did so by creating the Francis E. Wood Community Service Award, a tribute to the longtime WFLO manager and VAB Past President, given “to the Virginia station that provides exemplary local community service.” “(Wood) was a prolific storyteller who […] The post State group names award for Francis Wood, chooses first winner appeared first on Farmville.
Herald News Briefs: Sangillo nets Top Five finish, playground opens
Saturday marked the latest race in the HEAT Hornets Division and two drivers from the region placed in the Top Five. Meherrin resident Jordaine Penick and Farmville’s Max Sangillo finished fourth and fifth, respectively. It was Cameron Goble taking the checkered flag. The Ringgold resident started on the pole, led every lap and won the […] The post Herald News Briefs: Sangillo nets Top Five finish, playground opens appeared first on Farmville.
Pressing Pause: State holds off on water decision, wants data
Before a review of regional water needs continues, state officials want more information from the Town of Crewe. Virginia’s Secretary of Finance has announced he wants an engineering firm to take a look at the town’s system before a decision is made. Staff from Prince Edward County and the towns of Crewe and Blackstone met […] The post Pressing Pause: State holds off on water decision, wants data appeared first on Farmville.
Kinex high-speed internet project moves forward
The good news is that for parts of Prince Edward and Cumberland counties, the lines have been laid. Work is continuing on the Kinex Telecom high-speed internet project, say company officials, with more residents getting added each week. Kinex President Jim Garrett said the company has built more than 650 miles of fiber optic in […] The post Kinex high-speed internet project moves forward appeared first on Farmville.
Fireworks and the Fourth: Celebrations pop up throughout the area
It’s a time of celebration, both in Farmville and around the region. Several places have Independence Day events planned over the next week. But there are a few things you need to know before going. We’ll start with the first of those, Farmville’s Fireworks After Dark, and work our way around the area. The town’s […] The post Fireworks and the Fourth: Celebrations pop up throughout the area appeared first on Farmville.
Benchmark announces its semi-annual dividend
Some good news was announced this week for Benchmark shareholders. The Kenbridge-based holding company for Benchmark Community Bank, recently declared a semi-annual dividend of 0.42 cents per common stock share. This is a 5% increase from the previous quarter’s dividend of 0.40 cents per share. The record date for shareholders entitled to payment of the […] The post Benchmark announces its semi-annual dividend appeared first on Farmville.
The Farmville splashpad is open. Here are the rules.
The ribbon’s been cut, the switch has been flipped and the Farmville splashpad is now open for children of all ages to try out. Families from across the area showed up Friday, June 28 for the grand opening, testing out all of the available activities at the facility. This marked the next step in a […] The post The Farmville splashpad is open. Here are the rules. appeared first on Farmville.
Farm vehicle changes: Answering questions about VA’s new rules
There’s been some confusion and several questions sent our way, since the original story about the upcoming farm vehicle changes came out. As a reminder, beginning July 1, some unregistered vehicles driven by farmers, both on their property and off, must have a DMV-issued placard on both the front and back at all times. This […] The post Farm vehicle changes: Answering questions about VA’s new rules appeared first on Farmville.
Buckingham commission changes duplex decision. Plan moves on
Back in May, Ivan Petersheim came before the Buckingham County planning commission, wanting to build duplexes in the area. The commission said no, rejecting the request because it would involve changing zoning across the entire county. Despite the commission’s rejection, Petersheim went and appealed his case to county supervisors earlier this month, asking for “a […] The post Buckingham commission changes duplex decision. Plan moves on appeared first on Farmville.
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