King George Board Removes Planning Commission Member for Absences
The King George Board of Supervisors voted unanimously to remove Kevin Myers from the county’s Planning Commission due to repeated unexcused absences. The 10-member advisory commission reviews zoning codes, special use permits, and subdivision plats, and advises on comprehensive and capital improvement plans. Myers’ removal leaves the board to appoint a replacement to maintain full […]
Read MoreVirginia Awards Nearly $900,000 to Expand Rural Large Animal Veterinary Care
Seven veterinarians across Virginia will share $890,000 in grants to expand services for livestock, poultry, and horses in rural areas facing shortages. The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services provided $440,000 to four veterinarians, while the Virginia Tobacco Region Revitalization Commission awarded three $150,000 grants. Funds can be used for practice expansion, equipment, student […]
Read MoreNNPDC Receives Funding for Northern Neck Tree Planting Project
The Northern Neck Planning District Commission has received funding from the Virginia Department of Forestry for a tree-planting project marking the 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution. The “250 for 250” project will plant trees at sites including Stratford Hall, the Fones Cliffs Unit of the Rappahannock River Valley National Wildlife Refuge, Longwood University, and […]
Read MoreRaffle to Benefit Family of Late Waterman Peyton Mason
Raffle tickets are now available to support the family of Peyton Mason, a fulltime fisherman who passed away in June. The Reedville Fishermen’s Museum teamed with local photographer Mike Fontaine to offer his framed photograph, “Pot of Gold,” along with three cash prizes—$500, $200, and $100. Tickets are $25 each or five for $100, with […]
Read MoreMorattico Waterfront Museum to Host Annual Silent Auction
The Morattico Waterfront Museum launched its annual silent auction Saturday to support preservation of the historic Rappahannock River fishing village. More than 40 items are up for bid, including a catered outing for 30 at a Fredericksburg Nationals game, framed Civil War prints, vacation getaways, and gift baskets. Bidding runs through this Saturday, with full […]
Read MoreVirginia Voters Head to Polls in Off-Year Election
Voters across Virginia are casting ballots today in statewide and local elections. Key races include governor, lieutenant governor, and attorney general, with Republicans currently holding all three seats. All 100 seats in the House of Delegates are up for grabs, and voters in many cities face school board and local constitutional office contests. Polls are […]
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