Lancaster County Delays Decision On Rifle Hunting
Lancaster County has postponed a vote on allowing deer hunting with centerfire rifles. It remains the only county in the Northern Neck that hasn’t approved the measure. Resident Dana Greenley, who’s led the push, presented his case earlier this year, but county supervisors say the support still isn’t there. The issue remains under consideration with […]
Read MoreRichmond County Drops Trail Project Over Rising Costs, Regulations
Richmond County has scrapped plans for a long-anticipated recreational trail. County officials say rising costs and complex federal requirements forced them to shelve the project. The trail, first proposed in 2019, would have connected the Bypass to the Fairgrounds, with possible future links into Warsaw. Despite community interest, county leaders say the project is no […]
Read MoreMoose Lodge Donates $2,500 To The Haven Shelter And Services
The Tappahannock/Warsaw Moose Lodge has donated $2,500 to The Haven Shelter and Services in Warsaw. The funds will help support services for victims of intimate partner violence and sexual assault across five counties. The donation comes as federal funding cuts strain resources for shelters like The Haven. Lodge President Wayne Dalton and Treasurer Marshall Lloyd […]
Read MoreEssex County Welcomes New School Superintendent
Dr. Marvin Jones is now leading Essex County Public Schools, bringing 33 years of experience to his new role as superintendent. Jones, who started July 1, says he’s focused on building relationships and boosting enrollment ahead of the August 11 school year start. A former chief of schools in Maryland, Jones says teacher recruitment, financial […]
Read MoreMaster Plan In The Works For Essex County’s Rotary Poor House Park
Plans to develop Essex County’s 700-acre Rotary Poor House Park are moving forward. The Economic Development Authority is working with engineering firm TRC to create a master plan that could include athletic fields, commercial development, and community amenities. Federal RAISE Grant funding and possible support from the Land and Water Conservation Fund could help cover […]
Read MoreSt. Margaret’s School To Close After 104 Years In Tappahannock
St. Margaret’s School in Tappahannock will close permanently after more than a century of operation. The decision comes from the Board of Trustees for Church Schools in the Diocese of Virginia, citing continued declines in enrollment and tuition revenue. Despite raising $2.6 million and securing deposits from 49 students, officials say the school’s finances remain […]
Read MoreState – Schools Misusing Law To Remove Books
A new Virginia report says some school divisions wrongly used a 2022 law to take books off library shelves, despite the law not applying to library materials…
Read MoreBack-2-school Block Party And Community Resource Fair Returns Aug. 2
The annual Back-2-School Block Party and Community Resource Fair will take place Saturday, Aug. 2, from 2 to 6 p.m. at Gloucester High School. Hosted by Blessed Couples United Outreach, Gloucester Toyota, and Gloucester County Public Schools, the event supports students from Gloucester, Mathews, and Middlesex counties. Families can enjoy live entertainment, bounce houses, gaming […]
Read MoreFederal Funding Freeze Could Impact Gloucester County Public Schools
Gloucester County Public Schools faces the risk of losing more than $231,000 in federal funds for key programs. Chief Financial Officer Dwight Duren told the school board that Title II, III, and IV grants supporting teacher training, English language learners, and student resources are currently withheld by the federal government. The delay affects programs that […]
Read MoreGloucester High Grads Receive $193,700 In Local Scholarships
Gloucester High School’s graduating class was awarded a total of $193,700 in scholarships from local organizations. Recipients include students who earned scholarships from groups like the Gloucester Rotary Club, Amos G. West Memorial, Gloucester County Educational Foundation, and Rappahannock Community College. Scholarships ranged from $500 to $16,000, supporting fields such as academics, athletics, and technical […]
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