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Read MoreMiddlesex Museum Plans Discovery Center Open House
The Middlesex County Museum will unveil its new Discovery Center Sunday at 3 p.m. in its annex at 777 General Puller Highway in Saluda. Visitors can explore historical maps of the county and hands-on learning materials for children. The event is free, and registration is appreciated. The museum also plans a floral arranging fundraiser October […]
Read MoreIrvington Property Owners Propose 150 Homes
The owners of a 128-acre tract along Irvington Road are seeking a zoning change for a development that could include about 150 homes and a small commercial area. Julien Patterson and Terri Wesselman say their plan would keep roughly 51 acres as open and green space. Residents raised questions about traffic, sewer service and the […]
Read MoreNorthumberland Board Backs Menhaden Companies
Northumberland County supervisors voted September 10 to support Ocean Harvesters and Omega Protein as regulators consider cutting the Chesapeake Bay menhaden harvest cap by as much as half. County officials say the companies are major local employers and a lower cap could affect the regional economy. Public comments are due October 9.
Read MoreAttorney General Seeks More Time for Dominion-NextEra Review
Virginia’s attorney general is asking regulators to restart their review of the proposed 67-billion-dollar Dominion Energy-NextEra Energy merger. In a September 18 filing, Jay Jones said new terms submitted by the companies four days earlier amount to a revised deal. Those terms include four years of residential bill credits and five years of job protections. […]
Read MoreCoastal Flood Warning Issued for Northern Neck
A coastal flood warning is now in effect until 8 Friday morning for Lancaster, Northumberland, Richmond and Westmoreland counties. The National Weather Service says a nor’easter could put two to three feet of water above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. Flooding could close roads and threaten waterfront homes and businesses. […]
Read MoreCommission Approves Oversized King George Boathouse
The Virginia Marine Resources Commission has approved an after-the-fact permit for an oversized boathouse in King George County. The property owner was authorized to build a structure under 700 square feet, but the finished boathouse measured 953 square feet. The owner claims he believed a contractor had applied for the larger project. Commissioners unanimously approved […]
Read MoreVirginia Moves to Tighten Public Pool Safety Rules
Virginia Moves to Tighten Public Pool Safety Rules Virginia health officials are developing tougher safety regulations for public pools, three months after a child drowned. The rules will cover water treatment, safety equipment, maintenance, staffing and emergency response. They will apply to pools and other aquatic facilities at locations including apartments, condominiums and private clubs. […]
Read MoreGloucester Issues Voluntary Water Conservation Warning
Gloucester County is asking residents and businesses to voluntarily cut water use by five to ten percent after the Beaverdam Reservoir dropped below 38 point nine feet. Officials say the county continues producing enough water to meet community needs, but conservation will help preserve reservoir levels. Residents are urged to limit lawn watering and vehicle […]
Read MoreVirginia Employers Face RetirePath Registration Deadlines
Virginia businesses covered by the state’s RetirePath retirement savings program face upcoming registration deadlines. Employers with 10 to 24 workers must register by September 30th. The deadline is October 30th for businesses with five to nine workers or at least 25 employees. The mandate generally applies to businesses operating for at least two years with […]
Read MoreVirginia Releases Draft Rules for Recreational Marijuana Sales
Virginia has released draft regulations for recreational marijuana sales, which are scheduled to begin July first. The proposal allows up to 350 retail stores and 100 microbusiness licenses. Delivery would be permitted, but drive-thru and curbside service would be prohibited. Retailers must remain at least one thousand feet from schools, hospitals, colleges and child care […]
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