Why do I serve? Den Cralle
“A chance to put my two cents in a town that is on the cusp of becoming even more special, prominent & livable.”
Category: Discovering Downtown
Meet Farmville Downtown Partnership: Eboni Lee
How did you find your way to Farmville? Both of my parents are Prince Edward County natives. My dad was in the Army, so we lived in a few places like Berlin, Germany and Ft. Lewis, Washington before settling down in the Farmville area in 1988. Who asked you to…
Even More to Love in Farmville’s Downtown District!
Farmville’s Main Street District is bigger than ever! We have expanded this year to include more businesses, local attractions and churches. Here are some highlights of fun things you can now find in the district! “X” Marks the Spot Mottley Emporium 518 N. Main Street Ready to finally begin that…
Meet Farmville Downtown Partnership: Gerry Spates
How did you find your way to Farmville I was born in San Francisco, California and grew up in the Washington, D.C. area. After serving in the Vietnam War, I was stationed at Fort Pickett. I liked the area so much that I decided to stay here. Who asked you…
Top Tips to Prepare for the High Bridge Half-Marathon & 5K
The 5th Annual High Bridge Half-Marathon & 5K is coming up on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2017. Whether you are a long-time runner or an amateur, running the half-marathon or 5K there are lots of things you can do to prepare for Race Day. Here are some tips to keep your…
Meet Farmville Downtown Partnership: Sheri McGuire
How did you find your way to Farmville? I was a non-traditional student finishing my business degree at Longwood in 1989-1991 and absolutely loved the Longwood experience. My husband, William, also graduated from Longwood in 1990 and became a CPA. At that time, we lived in Charlotte County with our…
5 ways to “scream for ice cream” in Downtown Farmville
Farmville may not be the Ice Cream Capital of the World like Le Mars, Iowa, but there is no shortage of America’s favorite frozen treat to be found downtown. Did you know there are FIVE places to indulge, all within a few blocks? Why not make it your family’s summer…
Mottley Emporium: Going Back to the ‘Good Ol’ Days
Close your eyes and think back to a simpler time. Grandma’s special embroidered hankies are gently flapping on the line. Papa is sitting on the porch swing smoking his pipe and you are struggling to make your metal pedal car move across the bumpy back yard. Mottley Emporium surrounds you…
Farmville Downtown Brightened with Second Annual SOUP Projects
On Friday, April 7, 2017, the Farmville community came together to award three grants for the second annual Supporting Outstanding Urban Projects (SOUP) Event, put on by Farmville Downtown Partnership and hosted at the LCVA. Two months later, all three of these projects are already well underway. Carley Fetty’s Student…
Meet Farmville Downtown Partnership: Pam Butler
How did you find your way to Farmville? We moved to Farmville in 1996 because it was situated well for our family, to allow for shorter commutes to jobs. Being an economic hub, Farmville is a great place to raise children, to live and to be in business. Who asked…