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Gas prices more than a dollar higher than a year ago

Fuel prices in Virginia are starting the week averaging $4.09 a gallon for regular unleaded, down 12 cents from the previous week, but still $1.12 ahead of a year ago. Diesel statewide is averaging $6.27 a gallon. according to GasBuddy.com. The Middle Neck average is 4.11 a gallon. Gloucester County is among the state’s cheapest […]

Lancaster man sets new Virginia watermelon record

Junior Brent of Lancaster set a new Commonwealth watermelon record to win first place at the 2026 State Fair of Virginia, which wrapped up yesterday in Doswell. Brent’s giant of a watermelon weighed in at 271 pounds, breaking the previous mark by 12 pounds.

Over 348000 ballots already cast in midterm elections

More than 348-thousand ballots have been cast in early voting ahead of the November general election, more than double the pace in the 2022 mid-term election. Over 222,000 ballots have been cast in person so far. The deadline to register to vote in this election is October 23rd. Early voting runs through October 31st.

Middlesex first responders reunite with child they saves

A Middlesex County child who nearly drowned in a swimming pool in May and their family were reunited Thursday with the first responders who helped save their life. The child has made a full recovery after CPR was started within minutes of the 911 call. The sheriff’s office says the reunion offered responders a chance […]

Red Tide Prompts Chesapeake Bay Advisory

An algae bloom is causing red tide near the mouth of the Rappahannock River and elsewhere in the Chesapeake Bay. The Virginia Department of Health advises keeping people and pets out of discolored water because it may irritate skin. Wash with soap and fresh water after contact. The algae can glow at night and harm […]

Lancaster Approves Rezoning for Electrical Contractor

Lancaster County supervisors approved commercial zoning for nearly two acres at Mary Ball and Devils Bottom roads. Elbourn Electrical Services plans a building to store equipment for its growing business. Nearby residents raised concerns about traffic and changes to the neighborhood. The company says there will be no retail sales and traffic will be limited […]

Virginia Lawmakers Say Window for Longer Merger Review Has Closed

Two Virginia lawmakers say the deadline passed Wednesday to call a special session allowing more time to review Dominion Energy’s proposed 67-billion-dollar merger with NextEra Energy. The governor and legislative leaders did not call lawmakers back, despite bipartisan support for an extension. State regulators face a January 11 deadline to decide on the deal. Without […]

Large Event Venue Plan Withdrawn in Lancaster County

A plan to host large events at a Mifarm Road property in Lancaster County has been withdrawn after objections from neighbors and county supervisors. The proposal would have allowed up to 12 events a year with as many as 100 people attending. Neighbors raised concerns about commercial activity in a residential area and maintenance costs […]

Lancaster Volleyball Hosts Dig Pink Night

Lancaster High School’s volleyball team hosts Rappahannock Thursday evening for its annual Dig Pink fundraiser during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Senior captain Rory Lolly… 2026-10-01 – WKWI-LOLLY-AWARENESS [0m09s] BLUE Junior varsity plays at 5:30, followed by varsity around 7. Lolly says the event has raised a lot of money for the Side-Out Foundation… 2026-10-01 – […]

Hickory Fork Haunted Trail to Benefit Toys for Tots

A Halloween event in Gloucester County will help collect toys for local children. The Hickory Fork Haunted Trail runs Friday and Saturday from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at 4783 Hickory Fork Road. Saturday’s trunk-or-treat runs from 5 to 6:30. Admission is ten dollars per person or a new, unwrapped toy worth at least ten dollars. […]