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Read MoreGloucester Wine Festival Set for Saturday
Gloucester’s Wine, Whiskey and Whatnot festival will be held Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Brent and Becky’s Bulbs. The event will feature wine tastings, live music from SlapNation, food trucks, vendors and educational seminars. Admission includes tastings, entertainment and a commemorative wine glass. Parking and shuttle service will be available at Ware […]
Read MoreGloucester Names Davis County Administrator
The Gloucester County Board of Supervisors has appointed C. Scott Davis as the county’s next administrator. Davis will leave his position as Farmville town manager October 30 and begin his new job November 1. He was selected from six finalists following a national search. Davis has 20 years of experience in local government, law enforcement, […]
Read MoreComment Sought on Northern Neck Heritage Plan
The public can now comment on a proposed management plan for the Northern Neck National Heritage Area. The five-county region received the federal designation in 2023 because of its cultural, historical and natural resources. The plan outlines goals, strategies and projects for the next 15 years. Government agencies, historic sites, tribes, tourism groups, nonprofits and […]
Read MoreNavy Announces $1 Point 7 Billion Hampton Roads Housing Plan
The Navy plans to invest $1.7 billion in new and renovated housing for sailors across Hampton Roads. The five-year agreement with Hunt Military Communities will provide more than 8,000 beds in Newport News, Norfolk and Virginia Beach. More than $450 million will fund two 17-story towers in downtown Newport News, containing about 750 apartments for […]
Read MoreVerizon Seeks to End Copper Landline Service
Verizon is seeking federal approval to discontinue traditional copper-based landline service in parts of Virginia as early as October 23. Customers will receive advance notice with disconnection dates and replacement options. Even without approval, Verizon plans to stop taking new copper-service orders after September 30. Gloucester County is urging affected residents to confirm costs, number […]
Read MoreVirginia Releases Draft Rules for Recreational Marijuana Sales
Virginia officials have released proposed regulations for recreational marijuana sales, scheduled to begin July 1, 2027. The state could license up to 350 retail stores. Retail applicants would pay a $4,000 application fee and a $20,000 first-year operating fee. Applications are expected to open by February, with licenses awarded in phases and some decided by […]
Read MoreNorthumberland Backs Menhaden Fishing Companies
Northumberland County supervisors have unanimously approved a resolution supporting Ocean Harvesters and Omega Protein as regulators consider cutting the Chesapeake Bay menhaden harvest cap by up to 50%. County officials say the companies directly employ 260 people, support another 250 jobs and provide $29 million annually in payroll and benefits. A public hearing on the […]
Read MoreNew Kent Buc-ee’s Opening Delayed Until 2032
The planned Buc-ee’s travel center in New Kent County has been delayed again, with the opening now expected in 2032. The store had most recently been scheduled to open in December 2031. Construction depends on highway improvements, including widening and a new interchange at Exit 211 along Interstate 64. That work remains on schedule for […]
Read MoreVirginia Narrows Felony Voting Restrictions
Virginia has sharply reduced the number of felony convictions that result in the loss of voting rights. Under a federal court order, only convictions for murder, voluntary manslaughter and involuntary manslaughter now disqualify voters. People convicted of other felonies may register and vote after being released, although those still incarcerated remain ineligible. The ruling found […]
Read MoreRetired General Sues Gloucester Sheriff Over Hunters
Retired Army Brigadier General Billy Don Farris the Second is suing Gloucester County Sheriff Darrell Warren. The federal lawsuit claims Warren failed to remove hunters and hunting dogs repeatedly entering Farris’ posted property. Farris alleges the policy violates his constitutional property rights.
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