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Water Line Problems Disrupt Tappahannock

Tappahannock maintenance crews have responded to two water line problems as the town deals with aging infrastructure. One along North Water Lane forced Essex County Public Schools to close because it affected Tappahannock Elementary School. Another occurred along Charlotte Street. Town officials say the sewer system has recorded six overflows and about 12 collapses during […]

Virginia Lawmakers Seek More Time to Review Energy Merger

Fourteen Virginia lawmakers are asking the governor to call a special General Assembly session to address the proposed Dominion Energy and NextEra Energy merger. They want to double the State Corporation Commission’s review period from 180 to 360 days. Lawmakers say more time is needed to examine the merger’s possible effects on electricity rates, jobs […]

Federal Judge Blocks Virginia Immigration Enforcement Law

A federal judge has temporarily blocked a Virginia law limiting cooperation between law enforcement agencies and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. The law restricts federal immigration agreements and generally requires a judicial warrant, subpoena or detainer before officers can assist in immigration operations. The judge said the Justice Department is likely to prove the law […]

Lancaster Driver Charged After Investigation into Crash

77 year old Peggy Redmond of Lancaster faces a reckless driving charge following an investigation into a single-vehicle crash that happened August 21st on Rappahannock Drive. Virginia State Police say Redmond’s Dodge Ram left the road near Chesapeake Drive and struck a utility pole. She suffered minor injuries. The crash caused traffic delays and power […]

Free Health Clinic Seeks $54,000 to Complete Match Challenge

The Northern Neck-Middlesex Free Health Clinic needs another $54,000 to complete a $150,000 matching challenge. The Kilmarnock clinic says demand is rising for its medical, dental, pharmacy and behavioral health services. It has served eligible residents of five area counties since 1993. Donations can be made at www.NNMFHC.org or by calling 435-0575.

Kilmarnock Project to Preserve Local 911 Memories

Community members are invited to share their memories of the September 11th terrorist attacks for a living archive project in Kilmarnock. Lancaster High School student historians will conduct five- to 10-minute recorded interviews from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. September 11th at the Lancaster Community Library Teen Center. Registration is available at the center or […]

Gloucester Daffodil Festival Warns of Vendor Scam

Gloucester Daffodil Festival organizers are warning prospective vendors about fraudulent emails claiming booth spaces are already available. Applications will not open until November 1st. Organizers say legitimate vendor information will come only from the festival’s official Gloucester County email address. Applications and payments will be accepted exclusively through the county’s CivicRec registration portal.

Gloucester Wine Festival Set for September 19

Make your plans to attend now! The Gloucester Wine Festival returns Sept. 19 at the gardens of Brent and Becky’s Bulbs. More than 2,000 people are expected for the Wine, Whiskey & Whatnot event, running from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., rain or shine. Parking will be available at Ware Academy with shuttle service. General […]

Carroll Lee Ashburn Named Kilmarnock Christmas Parade Grand Marshal

Carroll Lee Ashburn has been named grand marshal of the 2026 Kilmarnock Lighted Christmas Parade. Organizers say Ashburn was selected in recognition of his dedication and outstanding service to the community. The holiday parade will begin at 7 p.m. Friday, December 11th, in Kilmarnock.

Mathews Roundabout Plans Head to Public Hearing

The Virginia Department of Transportation will hold a public hearing Wednesday on plans for a roundabout at Routes Three and 198 in Mathews County. The open-house session runs from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Mathews Family YMCA in Hudgins. The eight-million-dollar project has been approved, with construction expected to begin in 2029. Plans will […]