Jones Creek Pier Work Slated to Begin This Winter
VDOT plans to begin repairs on the Jones Creek Landing Dock this winter, nearly two and a half years after it was closed for public safety. The pier was fenced off and decking boards removed in July 2023 to prevent access. Officials say the work will restore safe public use of the dock at the […]
Read MoreNewest Kilmarnock Councilwoman Appointed With Mayor’s Vote
Kilmarnock has appointed Cynthia Scott as its newest councilwoman following a unanimous vote by the mayor. Scott will fill the vacant seat and represent the town on local matters including community development and public services. Scott’s term begins immediately, and she is expected to participate in the upcoming budget and planning sessions.
Read MoreWar Secretary Pete Hegseth Launches Arsenal of Freedom Tour
War Secretary Pete Hegseth kicked off his national “Arsenal of Freedom” tour Monday at Newport News Shipbuilding here in Virginia. The initiative aims to boost U.S. manufacturing and workforce development in support of national security, highlighting the role of domestic industry in strengthening military readiness…
Read MoreChristmas Friends Needs Your Help To Meet Funding Goal
Christmas Friends organizers say donations are still needed to reach the $32,000 goal, with $7,000 remaining. Funds will allow early shopping for 2026 wish lists and increase support per client. Donations can be sent to Christmas Friends Inc., P.O. Box 549, Urbanna, or made online at ChristmasFriends.org. As of Dec. 29, contributions totaled $25,637.
Read MoreTriWay Trail Receives $100,000 Grant from National Park Service
The TriWay Trail Board and Lancaster County officials announced the trail has been awarded a $100,000 Chesapeake Gateways Grant from the National Park Service. The funding will support planning and engineering to extend the 10-mile multimodal trail connecting Kilmarnock, Irvington, and White Stone. Phase I is already open to the public, with much of the […]
Read MorePublic Hearing To Be Held Early This Year For Stampers Bay Road Roundabout
Middlesex County officials say a public hearing will be scheduled early this year for citizens to comment on VDOT’s $6.95 million plan to build a roundabout at Twiggs Ferry Road and Stampers Bay Road. Details on property acquisition are still under review, and construction is not expected to be bid until August 2028. The hearing […]
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