Northumberland School Board Cuts Proposed Budget For FY 27
The Northumberland County School Board is scaling back its proposed fiscal year 2027 budget after concerns over spending. The revised plan totals just over 21 million dollars, down from an earlier proposal of nearly 22 POINT 7 million, and marks the lowest local contribution since 2022. Cuts included eliminating vacant positions while still allowing for […]
Read MoreChristchurch Students Study Marine Science On Rappahannock River
Students at Christchurch School are taking their marine science studies into the field, using the Rappahannock River to better understand ocean systems and environmental impact. The program covers everything from ocean origins and marine habitats to human interaction with the environment. Students conduct hands-on research, collecting data and studying organisms, including barnacle populations along the […]
Read MoreVirginia Burning Law In Effect Through April 30
Another reminder today, Virginia’s annual burning law remains in effect, restricting outdoor burning between midnight and 4 p.m. through April 30. The rule applies to any burning within 300 feet of woods or dry grass, including debris fires, campfires, and even open-air grills. Violators can face fines up to 500 dollars, and anyone who allows […]
Read MoreGrace Church Grant Deadline Set For May 1
Nonprofits in Kilmarnock are facing a May 1 deadline to apply for grant funding through the Grace Episcopal Church Yard Sale program. Applications can be submitted online, by mail, or dropped off at the church office on South Main Street. The program funded 28 local organizations last year, distributing more than 177 thousand dollars raised […]
Read MoreSenator Mark Warner’s Daughter Dies After Diabetes Battle
Virginia Senator Mark Warner is mourning the loss of his daughter Madison, who has died at the age of 36 after a long battle with juvenile diabetes and other health issues. Warner and his wife shared the news, calling her loss heartbreaking and asking for privacy as the family grieves. Madison’s struggle with Type 1 […]
Read MoreHistoric Vessel Sunk To Create Chesapeake Bay Reef
A historic vessel is now part of a growing artificial reef system in the Chesapeake Bay. The Virginia Marine Resources Commission sank the 30-foot boat Freya at Windmill Point Reef earlier this month, placing it about 27 feet below the surface. Officials say the vessel was carefully prepared by removing materials that could pose hazards. […]
Read MoreDaytime Delays Again Today On Norris Bridge
Drivers traveling across the Robert O Norris Bridge should expect delays again today as maintenance work continues. The Virginia Department of Transportation says Route 3 over the Rappahannock River is reduced to one lane with alternating traffic between Lancaster County and Middlesex County. Work is scheduled to wrap up this afternoon though.
Read MoreVirginia Tech Student Discovers New Dinosaur Species
An undergraduate at Virginia Tech has discovered a new dinosaur species nicknamed the “murder muppet.” The student identified the meat-eating dinosaur as one of the oldest of its kind. The find challenges previous beliefs about early dinosaur extinction timelines. Researchers say the discovery could reshape understanding of dinosaur evolution during the Triassic period.
Read MoreFarmers Urged To Complete BMP Survey Before Deadline
Farmers across the Chesapeake Bay watershed have about two months left to complete a statewide survey on voluntary conservation practices. The effort, led by the Virginia Farm Bureau, Virginia Cooperative Extension, and the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation, aims to document steps farmers are already taking to protect soil and water. Officials say many […]
Read MoreNational Park Service Reveals Findings On Washington Birthplace Site
New findings from the National Park Service are shedding light on where George Washington may have been born. Archaeologists studying foundations known as Building X at George Washington Birthplace National Monument say the site has long been considered a possible birthplace location. The foundations were first uncovered in the 1930s during construction of the Memorial […]
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