Three NNEC Employees Recognized for Quick Action During Medical Emergency
Three Northern Neck Electric Co-op crew members were honored with Good Citizen Awards for their rapid response to a medical emergency in Richmond County. On November 5, a driver suffered cardiac arrest on Route 360 near the Downing Bridge and ran off the road into a cornfield. Crew members Mark Evans, Craig Loving, and Martin […]
Read MoreVSU Hosts Workshops to Support Small Farmers
Virginia State University continues to hold a series of sessions aimed at helping small farmers improve operations and profitability. On November 30, a hands-on mushroom cultivation workshop takes place in Norfolk, and December 2 brings “Start Smart: Building Your Agri-Business” in Harrisonburg. The programs will address business growth, crop management, and legal considerations for agricultural […]
Read MoreVirginia Oysters Lead East Coast in Production
Virginia ranks first on the East Coast for oyster landings, selling over 40 million oysters annually since 2016.. that according to the Virginia Marine Resources Commission. Governor Glenn Youngkin declared November Virginia Oyster Month to celebrate the state’s eight oyster regions. Efforts to restore the Chesapeake Bay have revived oyster populations. Today, Virginia’s oyster industry […]
Read MoreMathews School Board Addresses Security Upgrades and Lockdown Concerns
Mathews County School Board recently discussed campus security, including a proposed upgrade to the division’s access control system and funding for two new School Resource Officer positions. One particular system would improve door locking, camera access, and cloud control. The board also reviewed the Oct. 30 lockdown, during which an armed suspect was detained outside […]
Read MoreMathews Officials Tour Schools to Review Facilities and Renovations
Mathews County leaders and state legislators toured the county’s three schools recently to review ongoing renovations and discuss future needs. Asbestos abatement at Thomas Hunter Middle School is being funded by $1 million in state support. At Mathews High School, officials examined athletic fields and noted the school lacks a regulation 400-meter track. The tour […]
Read MoreGloucester Supervisors Begin Plans to Preserve Historic Court Circle Buildings
Gloucester County officials are moving forward with plans to restore historic buildings in the county’s court circle, including the colonial courthouse and the Debtors’ Prison. Structural issues have been addressed, like brick deterioration, plumbing and HVAC problems, along with previous renovations that trapped moisture in walls. Supervisors emphasized phased renovations starting with the most critical […]
Read MoreGloucester Installs School Zone Speed Cameras to Improve Safety
Gloucester County has activated new speed enforcement cameras in all school zones to reduce speeding and protect students. Cameras were reportedly first installed at Petsworth Elementary, Achilles Elementary, and Ware Academy, with a warning period through Jan. 4, 2026. Violations after that date will carry a $100 civil fine, mailed to the registered vehicle owner. […]
Read MoreKilmarnock Accepting Applications for Town Council Vacancy
The Town of Kilmarnock is still accepting applications for a vacancy on its Town Council, but if you plan to appy, you better make it fast. Interested, qualified voters may apply online or submit a hard copy with a resume and letter of interest, but all applications are due by 5PM today. The council plans […]
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