New Community Resource Website Created

A new resource is being formed for residents in Amelia, Buckingham, Cumberland, Charlotte, Lunenburg, Nottoway, and Prince Edward Counties. The South Central Virginia Nonprofit Network (https://scvnn.org/) is a collective of area nonprofits coordinating to support our community and each other. The goal of this website is to provide a comprehensive list of essential services available to individuals and families in … Read More

VSP Investigating Nelson County Fatal Crash

Virginia State Police Trooper J.R. Harris is investigating a fatal crash in Nelson County. The crash occurred May 19, 2020 at 12:49 p.m. on Route 60, less than a mile east of Allens Creek Road.  A 1997 Chevrolet S10 was traveling west on Route 60 when it crossed the centerline and struck head-on an eastbound 2007 GMC Sierra.  The driver … Read More

Crewe Jr. Woman’s Club Awards High School Scholarships

Recently the Crewe Jr. Woman’s Club awarded three $125 scholarships to Nottoway high school seniors. Katie Shaw is a senior at Kenston Forest where she was a member of the National Honor Society, Model General Assembly, Forensics and Pep Club. Katie enjoys painting and selling artwork. She plans to attend Longwood University and study Marketing and Advertisement. Katie also plans … Read More

Farmville Town Council Election Results

Results from the Farmville Town Elections: Dan Dwyer takes the at large seat over Carl Eggleston. Dwyer brought in just over 64 percent of the votes cast. Ward Amos also will take a seat on the council, as he was running unopposed. Jamie Davis did not seek re-election. Finally, Donald Hunter keeps the Ward D seat, as he was also … Read More

Two Men Rescued After Being Stranded On Briery Lake

First responders – busy Tuesday when some fishermen on Briery Lake in Prince Edward became stranded. According to the Farmville Herald, Sheriff Tony Epps reported that someone called statying he and another man were in a boat that had started to take on water. The caller went on to say that neither of the men knew how to swim and … Read More

Farmville Town Council Standing Committee Special Meeting Notice

The Finance and Ordinance Committee will meet on Thursday, May 21, 2020, at 4:00 PM, in the Emergency Operation Center, located on the second floor of the Town Hall, 116 N. Main Street, Farmville, VA 23901. The Committee will meet to discuss the proposed 2020-2021 Town Budget, along with any other matters that may come before the Committee. The Town … Read More

It’s EMS Week!

It is EMS Week! Thanks to the selfless professionals on the frontline of the COVID-19 pandemic. This year’s theme is READY TODAY. PREPARING FOR TOMORROW. We send our best wishes for their safety and health of all EMS personnel on the front lines in our community.

Virginia Senior Alert–Mr. Michael Leonard Delaney, Fairfax County

THE VIRGINIA STATE POLICE HAS ISSUED A SENIOR ALERT ON BEHALF OF FAIRFAX COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT ON MAY 18th, 2020 AT 1900 HOURS. THE FAIRFAX COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT IS LOOKING FOR MICHAEL LEONARD DELANEY, RACE: WHITE, SEX: MALE, AGE 75 YEARS OLD, HEIGHT 6’ 3”, WEIGHT 175-180 lbs., WITH BLUE EYES AND GREY/WHITE HAIR.  HE WAS LAST SEEN ON MAY 10th, 2020, … Read More

Prince Edward Cannery Opening With Safety Precautions

The Prince Edward County Cannery is scheduled to open Monday, June 1st at 7:00 a.m. To ensure the public's safety and that of the county's employees, the PEC Cannery will operate by appointments only until further notice. Spaces will be limited; all appointments should be scheduled as far in advance as possible by calling the Cannery. The Cannery will be … Read More