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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Large Event Venue Plan Withdrawn in Lancaster County

A plan to host large events at a Mifarm Road property in Lancaster County has been withdrawn after objections from neighbors and county supervisors.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. […]

Toys For Tots Kicks Off Local Campaign

The annual Northern Neck and Middle Peninsula Toys for Tots campaign begins today, with collection boxes distributed across the area. The application process begins on Friday and continues through November 27. Director John Seltzer says the goal is to help families fulfill their children’s holiday wish lists… 2026-10-01 – WKWI-SELTZER-TOYS FOR TOTS [0m17s] YELLOW Details […]

Daytime Delays On Norris Bridge

Drivers crossing the Norris Bridge between Lancaster and Middlesex counties can expect brief daytime delays for about the next month. A routine inspection has reduced part of the bridge to one lane on weekdays from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. through October 30, weather permitting. Automated flagging devices now direct traffic across the bridge. Lane […]

Kilmarnock Plans National Night Out

Kilmarnock Police will host National Night Out October 6 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Town Centre Park. The free community event will include raffles, games with first responders, a bouncy house and pictures inside a police car. Residents can also meet local police, firefighters, rescue crews and Community Emergency Response Team members.

Boys and Girls Club Plans October Fundraising Gala

The Boys and Girls Club of the Northern Neck will hold its annual Reach for the Stars gala October 8 to support STEM and after-school programs. The event begins at 5:30 p.m. with cocktails and a silent auction, followed by dinner and a live auction. Tickets are $100 each or $800 for a table of […]