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Read MoreSevere Drought Continues in Northumberland County
Northumberland County remains under severe drought conditions despite recent rainfall. Emergency Services Chief Chris Bailey says the county may need about 10 inches of rain within 30 days to end the drought. State agencies are monitoring conditions daily but are not recommending restrictions yet.
Read MoreNorthumberland School Board Chairman Resigns
Northumberland School Board Chairman Dave Curran has submitted his resignation, effective July 31. Curran, who represents District 5, cited personal reasons requiring his full attention and called his service an honor and privilege. The board has not begun selecting a replacement but says established appointment policies will be followed.
Read MoreExtreme Heat Continues Thursday
Extreme heat will continue today, with mostly sunny skies, widespread haze and a high near 96. The heat index could reach 105. To be safe, you should drink plenty of fluids, stay in air conditioning and avoid strenuous outdoor activity during the hottest part of the day. Anyone showing signs of heat stroke should be […]
Read MoreVirginia Sales Tax Holiday Set for Aug
Virginia’s three-day sales tax holiday will run from Aug. 7 through Aug. 9. Shoppers can buy qualifying school supplies costing $20 or less per item and clothing or footwear priced at $100 or less without paying sales tax. Certain emergency supplies, generators, chainsaws and Energy Star or WaterSense products also qualify under separate price limits.
Read MoreStation Milford Haven Welcomes New Commander
The US Coast Guard has welcomed Chief Petty Officer Justin Peed as the new officer in charge at Station Milford Haven. Peed succeeds Chief Petty Officer Adelynn Drescher, who led the station since 2022. Coast Guard officials praised Drescher for guiding the unit through major operational changes. She will now serve in an executive decision-making […]
Read MoreVirginia Reports Rise in Intestinal Parasite Cases
Virginia health officials are reporting 37 cases of cyclosporiasis, an intestinal infection that can cause severe watery diarrhea lasting several weeks. Cases are spread across the state, with more expected through summer and early fall. The parasite is usually contracted through contaminated food or water and is not directly spread from person to person. Officials […]
Read MoreVirginia Lawmakers Reject Marijuana Market Rumors
Virginia lawmakers say claims that retail marijuana sales have already begun are false. The state’s regulated adult-use market is scheduled to launch July 1, 2027. They also deny reports that police were told to stop enforcing marijuana laws. The new rules include age checks, product testing, child-resistant packaging, licensing requirements and penalties aimed at preventing […]
Read MoreVirginia Pushes Data Centers to Cover Grid Costs
Governor Abigail Spanberger wants data centers to pay for transmission lines and substations built primarily to serve them. The proposal comes as Dominion Energy seeks to recover $1.58 billion in transmission costs. Without changes, a typical residential bill could rise by about $2.90 a month. State regulators are considering several cost-sharing options designed to limit […]
Read MoreDominion Seeks $1 Point 5 Billion in Virginia Rate Increases
Virginia utility customers may face higher bills as Dominion Energy seeks $1.5 billion through three rate requests. That includes $1.1 billion for fuel costs the company says it has not recovered. Nationwide, utilities requested more than $18 billion in increases during the first half of 2026. State regulators will decide how much can be passed […]
Read MoreRappahannock Tribe Reclaims 704 Acres at Fones Cliffs
The Rappahannock Tribe has reclaimed another 704 acres of ancestral land at Fones Cliffs along the Rappahannock River. The acquisition increases the tribe’s stewardship in the area to nearly 2,400 acres. The newly protected property includes forests and ravines and will be co-managed with the US Fish and Wildlife Service. Tribal leaders plan to use […]
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