Month: September 2025

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Mathews County Project Receives Virginia Humanities Grant

Mathews County is among 12 nonprofits across the state awarded nearly $60,000 in grants from Virginia Humanities. The funding will support Crickets the Musical, a performance highlighting the stories of those who fought for independence in the Revolutionary War and the emancipation of enslaved peoples in 1776. Officials say the grant aims to preserve local […]

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King George County Property Reassessment Nearing Completion

King George County’s property reassessment is almost finished, with about 90% of parcels reviewed, officials say. According to published reports, roughly 1,400 parcels remain, mainly within King George proper under tax map numbers 23 and 24. The reassessment will update property values across the county, affecting taxes and providing a current snapshot of the local […]

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Westmoreland County EMS Receives Pro Patria Award for Guard and Reserve Support

Westmoreland County and its EMS have been honored with the Pro Patria Award, the highest recognition from the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve. The award highlights exceptional support for employees serving in the National Guard or Reserve. Presented annually to large businesses, small businesses, and public sector employers, the accolade recognizes Westmoreland County’s […]

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Richmond County Officials Target Unauthorized Roadside Signs

Richmond County supervisors are moving to address unauthorized signs along local roads, including political ads and postings for eggs, puppies, and yard services. They say enforcement has been inconsistent, with VDOT removing political signs quickly while leaving others in place. Officials are exploring stricter measures to ensure all roadside signage follows regulations.

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Rappahannock Wildlife Refuge Friends Named 2025 Refuge Friends Group of the Year

Rappahannock Wildlife Refuge Friends has been named 2025 Refuge Friends Group of the Year, recognizing outstanding volunteer service. Since 2009, the group has logged more than 65,500 volunteer hours at Rappahannock River Valley National Wildlife Refuge, which protects over 9,000 acres in the Chesapeake Bay watershed. Their efforts support habitat restoration, wildlife conservation, and community […]

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Riverside Health to Offer Free Flu Vaccine Clinic in Gloucester

Make a note of this… Riverside Health will hold a free drive-thru flu vaccine clinic next Wednesday, Oct. 8, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Coastal Church, 6686 Hickory Fork Road in Gloucester. The clinic is open to anyone ages nine and older. Residents are asked not to attend if they are sick or […]

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Gloucester Man Arrested on 18 Charges After Shots Fired Incident

Kevin Vaughn was arrested Saturday morning after deputies responded to reports of gunfire at a townhouse on Jacqueline Drive in Gloucester County. Investigators say bullets penetrated windows of the townhouse and a nearby vehicle. Vaughn was detained without incident and charged with 14 counts of discharging a firearm in a dwelling, three counts of reckless […]

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Multiple Injured After Buggy Collides With Car in Richmond County

Virginia State Police say a Nissan Altima struck an Amish buggy on Route 3 near Calvary Church Road in Richmond County Sunday afternoon. The buggy, carrying seven people, was driven by a man from Warsaw. Two passengers were airlifted to the hospital with serious injuries, while others were treated for minor injuries. Preliminary reports indicate […]

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Warsaw Woman Sentenced in 2024 Tappahannock DUI Fatality

A 60-year-old Warsaw woman will spend 7 months in jail for a 2024 crash that killed 80-year-old Diane Kean in Tappahannock. Michelle Ann King pleaded guilty to felony involuntary manslaughter DUI and misdemeanor drugged driving. She also received a suspended 10-year sentence, a 12-month suspended DUI sentence, fines, an indefinite license revocation, and up to […]

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Virginia CWA Director to Speak on Proposed Constitutional Amendments in Gloucester

Teresa Pregnall, state director of Concerned Women for America of Virginia, will discuss two proposed amendments to the state Constitution at a meeting Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Gloucester Point Baptist Church. Hosted by Speak Up Gloucester and Mathews Family Foundation, the session will cover amendments related to abortion and marriage. Leslie Belvin, foundation director, […]

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