McDaniel Recognized as December's County Employee of the Month

Published on January 29, 2026

McDaniel Provides Excellent Service

FARMVILLE, Va. (January 28, 2026) – Earlier this month, the Prince Edward County Board of Supervisors recognized the County’s December Employee of the Month, Thomas McDaniel, Prospect Convenience Center Attendant.  Although McDaniel has been with the County for less than a year, he was nominated by a County resident for his “outstanding attitude and dedication.”

“I’m very proud to see Thomas recognized as the County’s Employee of the Month,” said Jeffrey L. Jones, Solid Waste General Manager. “His initiative and strong work ethic have already made a noticeable difference at the Prospect Convenience Center, and he consistently provides excellent service to our citizens.”

The Employee of the Month program recognizes staff members who demonstrate exceptional service to County residents and demonstrate a commitment to the County’s core values –

Customer Service, Teamwork, Innovation Initiative, Attitude Displayed, and Positive Action.  If a Prince Edward County citizen wishes to nominate a county employee for Employee of the Month recognition, please contact Crystal Baker at 434-392-8837.

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Photo Identification:

Front Row:  Doug Stanley, County Administrator; Harrison Jones, Board Chair; Thomas McDaniel, Employee of the Month; Jeff Jones, Solid Waste General Manager.

2nd Row: Supervisors David Emert, Jerry Townsend, Pattie Cooper-Jones and Odessa Pride, Ed.D., Cannon Watson, Vice Chair; and Supervisor Bill Jenkins.

About Prince Edward County:

In 1754,  Prince Edward County was founded in southern Virginia. Today, it stands as the crossroads of the closing days of the American Civil War and the birthplace of America’s fight for civil rights in education. Home to 22,000 citizens, the County offers a rural, progressive lifestyle, two institutions of higher education, a vibrant arts and cultural community, a flourishing downtown shopping district, and a rich abundance of college athletics and outdoor recreational offerings. Find out more: visit the Prince Edward County website or follow Prince Edward County on Facebook @PrinceEdwardCo and on YouTube.