Portsmouth Wwii Veteran Turning 100 To Be Honored Saturday
A celebration is set for this Saturday in Portsmouth as a local World War II veteran turns 100. As we hear now in this report from Katy Gray, the centenarian has spent decades supporting education in the community….
Read MoreVirginia Aids Texas In Flood Recovery Efforts
Virginia is sending crews and resources to help with recovery after catastrophic flooding in Texas, joining a growing national response…
Read MoreFoundation Acquires Poplar Grove, Plans Restoration Of Historic Mathews Site
A newly formed nonprofit has acquired the historic Poplar Grove Estate and Tide Mill in Mathews County. The Poplar Grove and Tide Mill Foundation plans to restore the pre-Revolutionary War site and open it for public education. The property once milled corn for George Washington’s troops and later belonged to John Lennon and Yoko Ono. […]
Read MoreRandall Named Grea Retired Educator Of The Year
Longtime Gloucester educator Marion Randall has been named the 2025 Retired Educator of the Year by the Gloucester Retired Educators Association. Randall, honored during a luncheon on June 26, began her 30-year career as a Head Start aide before becoming a teacher and later a community leader. She’s served with multiple civic and education groups […]
Read MoreQuestions Raised About Speed Of Superintendent’s Exit
Concerns are surfacing in Richmond County over how quickly the school superintendent’s departure was announced and executed. The school board confirmed the resignation in a brief statement, but offered few details on the decision-making process or timeline. The apparent lack of transparency has prompted questions from parents and staff, some of whom say they were […]
Read MoreColonial Beach Considers Parking Rule Changes Amid Growth
Colonial Beach officials are reviewing possible changes to local parking rules as summer crowds grow and new development adds pressure. At a recent Planning Commission meeting, zoning officials outlined amendments aimed at easing congestion and creating clearer guidelines. Parking fees are a key revenue source for the town, but residents and business owners say available […]
Read MoreWarsaw Launches Live Notification App To Improve Public Access
The town of Warsaw is rolling out a new live notification app designed to keep residents instantly updated on local alerts, meetings and events. Officials say the mobile platform will improve transparency and make it easier for the public to stay informed. The app is part of a broader effort to modernize communication and boost […]
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