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Northumberland Planners Recommend Approval of New Fueling Station

A new fueling station could be coming to Burgess. The Northumberland County Planning Commission has unanimously recommended approval of a conditional use permit for a property at Northumberland Highway and Folly Road. The proposed facility would be operated by NWP Energy, providing propane storage and service along with unattended card-operated fuel pumps. The three-and-a-half-acre site […]

YMCA breaks ground on $7 million Camp Silver Beach modernization

The YMCA has broken ground on a seven-million-dollar modernization of Camp Silver Beach in Jamesville. The project marks the camp’s 25th anniversary and will update cabins, the amphitheater, chapel and sports pavilion. Families, alumni and supporters gathered Thursday for the ceremony, where camper Connor Tyler turned the first shovel of dirt. The YMCA also announced […]

Virginia State Sen. Louise Lucas Indicted in Marijuana Business Investigation

Federal prosecutors have indicted 82 year old Virginia State Senator L. Louise Lucas of Portsmouth in connection with a long-running corruption investigation involving a family-operated marijuana business. Lucas, a Democrat who serves as president pro tempore of the Virginia Senate, is among the state’s most powerful lawmakers. The Justice Department announced the indictment Thursday. Details […]

Lancaster Planners Recommend Changes to Solar and Manufactured Home Rules

The Lancaster County Planning Commission has unanimously recommended changes to zoning regulations governing manufactured homes and large solar energy projects. The revisions follow new laws approved by Virginia lawmakers earlier this year. Manufactured homes would be permitted in all zoning districts allowing traditional homes, with certain requirements. Solar projects would face revised setback requirements and […]

Kilmarnock Moves Forward With Downtown Revitalization

Kilmarnock officials are seeking public input as plans move forward to revitalize the town’s downtown business district. The project, supported by a 75-thousand-dollar state grant, will focus on improving businesses, buildings and public spaces along portions of Main, Church and School streets and Irvington Road. Residents, business owners and visitors can provide feedback through a […]

Lancaster County student killed in Norfolk shooting; man charged

A Norfolk State University senior from Lancaster County is dead after what police say was an accidental shooting. Police say 22-year-old Semaj Coleman was shot in a Waffle House parking lot in Norfolk. She later died at a hospital. Officers arrested 23-year-old Matthew Croslin of Newport News at the scene. He faces charges of involuntary […]

Norris Bridge work brings delays ahead of replacement meetings

Drivers should continue to expect delays at the Norris Bridge this week, both during the day and overnight. Crews will continue routine inspections from 9am to 3:30pm, with bridge cleaning taking place between 7pm and 6am. Single-lane closures will be in place during the work.VDOT holds public meetings on the proposal to replace the 69-year-old […]

Virginia cancels special session to elect appeals court judges

Virginia lawmakers will not return to Richmond next week for a special session to elect judges to the Court of Appeals. The Oct. 26 session has been called off because of scheduling conflicts. General Assembly leaders said the session was expected to last at least three days, making it difficult for many lawmakers to plan […]

Virginia attorney general launches voter protection unit

Virginia Attorney General Jay Jones has launched a permanent voter protection unit to enforce state election laws and investigate complaints of intimidation or interference. Jones says the unit was created partly in response to actions by the Trump administration.

Virginia kindergarten readiness rises to 57%

Virginia says more children are arriving at kindergarten ready to learn. A new state report shows overall readiness rose from 51% last year to 57% this year, with gains among Black, Latino, low-income and other underserved students. Still, 43% fell short of the benchmark. The report recommends more teacher training, continued assessments and individualized support.