Mathews County Approves 12 POINT 2 Million Dollar Borrowing Plan
Mathews County leaders have approved a plan to borrow up to 12 POINT 2 million dollars to fund major capital projects. Supervisors voted four to one to move forward with the loan, which will help refinance existing debt, complete a new fire station, and fund improvements to schools, emergency services, and infrastructure. The move is […]
Read MoreCardinal Man Pleads Guilty In Mathews Double Homicide Case
A 33 year old Cardinal man has pleaded guilty in a brutal double homicide in Mathews County. Carol Paul Cormier admitted to killing 54 year old Chad Wayne Ashford and 56 year old Audrey Elaine Hudgins in July 2025, then setting the home on fire to destroy evidence. Authorities say both victims suffered gunshot wounds […]
Read MoreVirginia Lawmakers Target Illegal Vape Sales With New Enforcement Bill
New legislation in Virginia is moving to crack down on vape shops accused of selling illegal products, including to minors. The Vape Enforcement Act, now headed to Governor Abigail Spanberger, would shift oversight to the state Alcoholic Beverage Control Authority and require all sellers to register and undergo inspections. Supporters say it closes loopholes that […]
Read MoreLancaster County And Rappahannock Tribe Earn Top Environmental Honors
Lancaster County and the Rappahannock Tribe are among the top winners in Virginia’s 2026 Environmental Excellence Awards. Lancaster County was recognized for its Windmill Point Maritime Recreational Campus, focused on shoreline restoration and improving access to the Chesapeake Bay. The Rappahannock Tribe earned honors for its Return to the River initiative, aimed at restoring tribal […]
Read MoreGloucester Daffodil Festival To Impact Traffic This Weekend
Drivers in Gloucester should expect delays as the annual Daffodil Festival brings road closures and heavy traffic through Sunday. The Sheriff’s Office says Main Street Court Circle will shut down at 5 this afternoon for event setup, with a detour in place along South Street. Additional closures are planned Saturday morning during the parade, with […]
Read MoreMiddlesex Names Interim Sheriff Following Retirement Announcement
Middlesex County has a new interim sheriff. Michael “Mickey” Sampson the second was sworn in and will take over April first following the retirement of Sheriff David Bushey. Sampson, a longtime chief deputy, will serve until voters choose a new sheriff in a special election set for November. State law requires the top-ranking deputy to […]
Read MoreMiddlesex Leaders Weigh Sale Or Lease Of County Properties
Middlesex County supervisors are still deciding what to do with two county-owned properties as part of budget discussions. One involves a waterfront parcel in Deltaville that had a 350 thousand dollar deal fall through, while another site near Harmony Village could be sold or leased for commercial use. Some leaders say leasing may provide steady […]
Read MoreUrbanna Weighs Options For Costly Marina Bridge Replacement
Leaders in Urbanna are weighing options to replace the town marina bridge, which has been closed since December. Officials say unstable soil is complicating the project, with estimates ranging from about 450 thousand dollars for a temporary fix to more than 1 POINT 5 million for a permanent structure built to state standards. Town leaders […]
Read MoreTraffic Project To Improve Safety At Richmond And Newland Roads
A major traffic safety upgrade is set to begin in April at Richmond and Newland roads in Fredericksburg. The 2 POINT 8 million dollar project will add a new turn lane, redesign crossovers, and restrict certain turns to cut down on crash risks. Officials say the changes are aimed at preventing overlapping traffic paths that […]
Read MoreNorthumberland Seeks Public Input On Proposed 19 POINT 6 Million Dollar Budget
Northumberland County leaders are asking for public input on a proposed 19 POINT 6 million dollar capital improvement plan. The planning commission voted unanimously to hold a public hearing April 19 to review the spending roadmap. Officials say much of the funding, especially for emergency services, will come from billing revenue and grants rather than […]
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