Bids Received for Montross Water Line Project
The Town of Montross has received bids for a long-awaited project to replace parts of its aging water system. Town leaders first unveiled the water line replacement plan back in 2019 as officials worked to identify streets with deteriorating underground pipes. The project moved forward through years of surveys and easement collection before bids were […]
Read MoreVirginia Supreme Court Overturns Redistricting Vote
By now, everyone knows that the Supreme Court of Virginia has overturned Virginia’s voter-approved redistricting referendum. The ruling blocks an effort backed by Democrats to redraw the state’s congressional map ahead of the midterm elections. The court ruled the amendment process violated Virginia’s constitution because lawmakers advanced the proposal after early voting had already started. […]
Read MoreRivahFest Returning to Tappahannock After Long Hiatus
RivahFest is making its return to downtown Tappahannock on May 23 after nearly a decade away. Organizers say the free festival will run from 11 a-m until 8 p-m and feature live music, food trucks, family activities and historical demonstrations tied to the nation’s upcoming 250th anniversary celebration. Events planned include Touch-A-Truck, crab races, carnival […]
Read MoreVA250 Launches Virginia Storytelling Initiative
The VA250 commission is asking Virginians to help tell the story of the Commonwealth as part of events marking the nation’s 250th anniversary. The project invites people to share personal stories and reflections tied to themes including untold histories, freedom, community and independence. The commission is partnering with Share More Stories to collect written and […]
Read MoreDriver Charged After Child Hurt in Hit-And-Run
A 7 year old child is expected to recover after being struck by a vehicle Saturday night in York County. Deputies say the crash happened near Route 17 and Goosley Road, and investigators say the driver left the scene after hitting the child. The child suffered injuries that were not believed to be life-threatening. Investigators […]
Read MorePilot Study Targets Chesapeake Menhaden Data
A new pilot study could provide more detailed data on menhaden populations in the Chesapeake Bay. The Science Center for Marine Fisheries says researchers are preparing to test a tracking method known as Passive Integrated Transponder, or P-I-T tagging. Researchers hope the tagging study will help fill gaps in data involving fish movement and population […]
Read MoreJewelry Store Robbery Ends With Police Chase
A robbery at a Kay Jewelers in Gloucester County led to a police chase that ended in neighboring York County Saturday evening. Deputies say the robbery happened just after 5 p-m at the store on Fox Center Parkway. Investigators spotted the suspect vehicle leaving the area as officers responded and began a pursuit. The chase […]
Read MoreMemorial Day Ceremony Planned in Lancaster
A Memorial Day ceremony honoring military veterans is scheduled for 10 a-m Monday, May 25, at Bethel United Methodist Church on Old Bethel Road in Lancaster. Organizers say this year marks the 37th annual event at the historic church, which was established in 1811 and includes a cemetery where many veterans are buried. The ceremony […]
Read MoreMathews County Approves Real Estate Tax Increase
The Mathews County Board of Supervisors has approved a two-cent increase in the county’s real estate tax rate as part of its new fiscal year budget. The new rate rises to 62 cents per 100 dollars of assessed value and is expected to generate about 430-thousand dollars in additional revenue. Supervisors also approved an increase […]
Read MoreArts In The Middle Festival Returns To Urbanna In June
The Arts in the Middle Spring Fine Arts Festival is set to return June 6 and 7 at Hewick Plantation just outside Urbanna. Now in its 12th year, the event will feature more than 70 juried artists from across the East Coast showcasing work ranging from painting and sculpture to jewelry and glass. Admission and […]
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