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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.
Read MoreMiddlesex County Man Killed in Truck Crash
57 year old William Norman Ellis Junior of Hartfield was killed Monday when his truck ran off Burchs Mill Road. State Police say the vehicle struck a sign and utility pole before overturning and hitting a tree. The crash remains under investigation.
Read MoreEnergy Companies Add Benefits to Virginia Merger Plan
NextEra Energy and Dominion Energy are sweetening their proposed merger deal in Virginia. The companies promise 600 new jobs and four years of monthly 10-dollar residential bill credits. The State Corporation Commission will hold a hearing on the merger in November.
Read MoreVirginia Plans First Fall Free Fishing Days
Virginia’s first Fall Free Fishing Days run September 25 through 27. No license or facility permit will be required for recreational fishing in fresh or saltwater. Stocked trout streams will also be open, but catch, size, season and equipment restrictions remain in effect.
Read MoreRabid Cat Prompts Warning in Gloucester
Gloucester officials are warning residents after a brown tabby cat that attacked several people September 4 tested positive for rabies. Residents should keep pets indoors and report strange-acting animals to Animal Control at 804-693-5290. Anyone bitten or scratched should contact the Health Department.
Read MoreVDOT Reports Busy Summer in Westmoreland County
VDOT crews completed extensive roadwork across Westmoreland County this summer, including patching, paving, shoulder repairs, ditch cleaning and brush cutting. Additional work remains on Route 3 and several secondary roads. County supervisors also raised safety concerns near Galilee Baptist Church and Burrell’s Corner, where hills, curves and tall corn can block drivers’ views of school […]
Read MoreRabid Cat Attacks Several People in Gloucester
Gloucester officials continue to warn residents after a brown tabby cat that attacked several people tested positive for rabies. Animal control officers captured the cat near the 9700 block of Maryus Road following the September 4 attacks. Additional traps have been placed in the area, and residents are urged to keep pets indoors. Anyone bitten […]
Read MoreDriver Killed in Middlesex County Truck Crash
57 year old William Norman Ellis Junior died Monday morning in a single-vehicle crash in Middlesex County. Virginia State Police say Ellis was driving a 2023 International truck west on Burchs Mill Road shortly before 9 a.m. when it ran off the right side of the road. The truck struck a road sign and utility […]
Read MoreVirginia Moves Toward Self-Driving Vehicle Regulations
Virginia lawmakers are developing regulations for commercial self-driving vehicles ahead of the next General Assembly session. The proposed framework would cover ride-sharing and delivery vehicles and buses, but heavy-duty trucks were excluded from the broader proposal. Lawmakers remain divided over safety standards, data collection, worker protections and DMV enforcement authority. A legislative work group must […]
Read MoreVirginia Announces First Fall Free Fishing Days
Virginia will hold its first Fall Free Fishing Days September 25 through 27. No fishing license or facility-use permit will be required for recreational rod-and-reel fishing in fresh or saltwater. More than 2,900 miles of stocked trout streams will also be open. Size, season, catch and gear restrictions remain in effect, and fee-fishing areas will […]
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