The American Revolution ended at Yorktown, with the surrender of General Lord Charles Cornwallis Oct. 19, 1781, but it was not won there. It was won in the backwoods of the 13 colonies, where it was ...

Though simple, this proverb contains a timeless lesson. Throughout history, people have often been deceived by appearances. A pleasant smile, attractive promises or words of support can sometimes ...

Vietnam veteran and woodcarver Carlton Rayfield Stiff is turning blocks of wood into award-winning works of art — and earning national recognition for craftsmanship that fellow carvers say rivals some ...

A man was found dead Tuesday morning at a residence in Cumberland County, and authorities have a suspect in custody as the investigation continues. Capt. C.E. Stimpson of the Cumberland County Sheriff ...

The Judith Randolph-Longwood Chapter, Daughters of American Revolution, recently made a monetary donation to the Robert Russa Moton Museum in Farmville. Jill Ahmad, assistant director of marketing and ...

The Town of Farmville paid a $1,294.54 fine due to discharge of nitrogen levels above legal requirements during 2025. According to a consent order issued by the Virginia Department of Environmental ...

“How sweet is your love, my sister, my bride! How much better is your love than wine and the fragrance of your oils than any spice! Your lips distill nectar, my bride; honey and milk are under your ...

A Cumberland County woman has been charged with murder in connection with a June 9 shooting. Mary Lee Dimmie is being held in the Piedmont Regional Jail in Farmville on two felony charges — first ...

The Virginia Department of Forestry (DOF) recently held the Virginia Interagency Wildland Fire Academy on the campus of Longwood University in Farmville. This annual training event, held at the end of ...

Authorities are investigating a drowning incident in Cumberland County that claimed the life of an unidentified man. According to Shelby Crouch, spokesperson for the Virginia Department of Wildlife ...

The Southside Virginia Family YMCA officially broke ground last week on two new outdoor pickleball courts at the YMCA campus in Farmville, marking a significant investment in healthy living, community ...

Southside Virginia Community College (SVCC) recently announced its nominee, Jessie Ruff and The Ruff Family, as a recipient of the 20th annual Chancellor’s Award for Leadership in Philanthropy. The ...