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Lancaster Considers Manufactured Housing Code Changes

The Lancaster Planning Commission is considering updates to county zoning rules to comply with a new state law taking effect July first. The changes would require manufactured homes to be treated the same as site-built homes for zoning purposes. A public hearing on the proposed revisions is scheduled for September.

Middlesex County To Rewrite Noise Ordinance

Middlesex County supervisors have officially repealed a controversial noise ordinance after public backlash over its scope. The board will now form a committee of county officials and residents to draft a new ordinance, saying it plans to take more time to develop rules that better reflect community concerns.

Virginia Approves $28 Point 5 Billion Transportation Plan

Virginia’s Commonwealth Transportation Board has approved a 28-point-5 billion dollar Six-Year Improvement Program beginning July first. The plan funds more than 43 hundred transportation projects statewide, including road, bridge, rail and transit improvements, with major investments also planned for public transportation and bridge repairs.

Northumberland Approves $48 Point 7 Million Budget With Tax Increase

Northumberland County supervisors have approved a 48-point-7 million dollar budget for the new fiscal year that includes an eight percent increase in real estate tax revenue. The new real estate tax rate rises to 51 cents per 100 dollars of assessed value, while all other local tax rates remain unchanged.

Kilmarnock Adopts $9 Million Budget

The Kilmarnock Town Council has unanimously approved a more than nine million dollar budget for the new fiscal year. The spending plan totals just over nine million dollars and focuses heavily on sewer and water infrastructure. Property tax, personal property tax, water rates and most fees will remain unchanged, but sewer customers will see modest […]

Irvington Finalizes $631,000 Budget

The Irvington Town Council has approved a nearly 631 thousand dollar budget for the new fiscal year. The spending plan is about 28 thousand dollars higher than last year, largely due to employee and office expenses. Council also kept local tax rates unchanged and approved funding for community organizations and improvements at the Town Commons.

Virginia Lawmakers Advance $205 Billion Budget

Virginia lawmakers have approved a two-year, $205 billion state budget that includes teacher raises, higher education funding, housing programs, child care assistance, and a new tax on data centers. The spending plan now heads to Governor Abigail Spanberger, who must act before the new budget takes effect July 1.

Students Propose Mirrors To Improve Main Street Safety

Two Mathews High School students are pushing for convex mirrors on Main Street to improve visibility for drivers. FCCLA members Grace Keel and Falon Cook presented the proposal to local leaders and have gathered community support. If approved, the mirrors could be installed and operating soon.

Northumberland Residents Push Back on Proposed Tax Hike

Northumberland County residents are voicing concerns over a proposed real estate tax increase that could reach 21 percent, following a recent property reassessment that boosted values by more than 58 percent. Several speakers told county leaders the rising tax burden is becoming difficult for retirees and others on fixed incomes, while questioning what additional services […]

Kinsale Fund Launches Youth Writing Contest

The Kinsale Waterfront Fund is marking America’s 250th anniversary with a new youth writing contest for Northern Neck students. Participants are asked to reinterpret a speech or statement from the 1700s, connect it to a modern issue, and propose a solution. Cash prizes range from $50 to $500, with essays due as part of the […]