Westmoreland 911 Dispatcher House Fire Hits Close To Home
A Westmoreland County dispatcher and her family are coping with the loss of their home after a devastating fire on March 10. Firefighters battled the blaze at the Franklin Street home of Ginny McDowney. Two of their pets tragically perished in that blaze. The Red Cross has provided support, and the family’s GoFundMe goal was […]
Read MoreNorris Bridge Work Getting Underway
A major rehabilitation project on the Norris Bridge is getting underway this month. The Virginia Department of Transportation will oversee the extensive work, which will include repairs and updates to the structure. The project is expected to cause some traffic disruptions, but officials say the improvements are necessary for safety and long-term maintenance. Motorists are […]
Read MoreString Of Robberies Under Investigation
Authorities are investigating a suspected multi-county robbery spree, including a recent incident at a Sheetz in King George. Recently, just after a robbery at the King George Sheetz, a suspect with a hoodie and face mask robbed the Sheetz in Ladysmith just minutes later. Law enforcement is linking this crime to a string of robberies […]
Read MoreWarsaw Approves Land Lease With Dominion For Solar Facility
The Warsaw Town Council has approved a land lease agreement with Dominion Energy for a new solar facility. In a 4-3 vote, the council agreed to lease 200 acres of town-owned land near the wastewater treatment plant on Wellfords Wharf Road. The solar project is expected to provide a clean energy source for the area […]
Read MoreBIG CHANGES COMING WITH GLOUCESTER BUDGET
Gloucester County Administrator Carol Steele has proposed an $88 million budget for fiscal year 2026, which includes a 4.3-cent tax increase. The budget allocates funds for a 3% cost-of-living raise for employees, a new position for the sheriff’s office, and a 12.5% hike in health insurance costs. The proposal also addresses funding for schools, fire […]
Read MoreHEALTH FORUM TO BE HELD THIS THURSDAY
Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center will host a free community health forum at the Gloucester Library this Thursday. Dr. Cornelius Powell and Dr. Taylor Walsh, the hospital’s Chief Medical Officer and Trauma Medical Director, will discuss general health concerns and the services available to Gloucester residents. The event begins at 5 p.m. and is open […]
Read MoreANOTHER LOOK AT BODY CAMS IN MIDDLESEX
The Middlesex County Board of Supervisors is reconsidering the purchase of body cameras for deputies due to the high costs involved. Sheriff David Bushey outlined the need for two additional positions, totaling $208,000, to manage the cameras. While the county faces a March 31 deadline to secure a $20,000 grant for the purchase, some board […]
Read MoreLT GOVERNOR FACES CROWDED PRIMARY
VIRGINIA REPUBLICAN LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR WINSOME EARLE-SEARS FACES A CROWDED PRIMARY IN THE RACE TO SUCCEED VIRGINIA GOVERNOR GLENN YOUNGKIN IN OFFICE. THE LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR SAYS EDUCATION IS A CORE PART OF HER CAMPAIGN…. THREE OTHER REPUBLICANS AND ONE DEMOCRAT ARE ALSO RUNNING FOR VIRGINIA GOVERNOR.
Read MoreNorthumberland County Facing Potential Budget Crisis
Northumberland County is facing a potential budget crisis. The school division is struggling to meet a federal funding requirement under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, leaving a $251,000 shortfall. This could force the district to return state funds and risk losing next year’s $700,000 in special education support. The issue stems from miscalculations dating […]
Read MoreGloucester County Taxpayers On The Hook For $88 Million Budget/4.3% Tax Increase
Gloucester County Administrator Carol Steele has proposed an $88 million budget for fiscal year 2026, which includes a 4.3-cent tax increase. The budget features a 3% cost-of-living raise for employees, a new position in the sheriff’s office, and increased funding for public safety and schools. Despite necessary cuts, Steele highlighted the lack of funds for […]
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