Richmond County Expands Hazardous Waste Collection Program
Richmond County residents will soon have two chances each year to safely dispose of household hazardous waste. The Board of Supervisors approved adding a spring collection event to the existing fall program. Officials say the expanded schedule will give residents more opportunities to properly dispose of chemicals and other potentially harmful materials through at least […]
Read MoreAAA Warns Drivers About Drowsy Driving After Time Change
Drivers are being warned to stay alert as the first full week of daylight saving time begins. AAA says losing an hour of sleep when clocks move forward can increase the risk of drowsy driving. In fact, they say fatigue behind the wheel can be just as dangerous as impaired driving. Motorists are urged to […]
Read MoreLeprechauns And Libations Stroll Set For Urbanna
Downtown Urbanna will host its second annual Leprechauns and Libations Stroll on Saturday, March 14 from 2 to 5 p m. Participants can check in at The Chesapeake Inn on Virginia Street to receive a souvenir tasting glass, event wristband and map of participating businesses. The ticket includes ten wine tastings, four beers and one […]
Read MoreTrial Delayed In Deadly Norris Bridge Crash Case
The trial for a Lancaster County man charged in a deadly crash on the Norris Bridge has been delayed until June. Prosecutors say the July 2025 crash killed 42 year old Crystal Michelle Lyles of White Stone and 53 year old Ernesto Santiago of Hampton. The defendant, Jesse Foster, is facing charges including manslaughter related […]
Read MoreCommonwealth Education Listening Tour Scheduled In Gloucester County
Virginia education officials will visit Gloucester High School today as part of the Commonwealth Listening Tour. The event includes Virginia Secretary of Education Dr Jeffery O Smith and Superintendent of Public Instruction Dr Jenna Conway gathering feedback from students, educators and residents. A public listening session will run from 6 to 7 30 p m […]
Read MoreVirginia Bill On Medication Ingredient Disclosure Halted In House
A Virginia bill aimed at requiring clearer ingredient disclosure in prescription medications has been halted in the state House. King George County Supervisor Cathy Binder pushed for the measure after struggling to learn whether some medications contained wheat, which can trigger severe reactions for people with celiac disease. Supporters say the proposal would help patients […]
Read MoreDebate Grows Over Virginia Mid Decade Redistricting Proposal
A political forum in Mathews County is drawing attention to a controversial proposal that would allow Virginia to redraw congressional districts before the next census. The NAACP hosted the meeting where speakers argued the change could shift several U S House seats toward Democrats ahead of upcoming elections. Critics say mid decade redistricting risks turning […]
Read MoreGloucester County Suspends Five Vape Shop Licenses Over Drug Investigation
Five vape and tobacco shops in Gloucester County have had their business licenses suspended following a drug investigation. Sheriff Darrell Warren says undercover purchases and lab testing found products believed to contain Schedule I narcotics. Investigators seized more than 2,400 suspected illegal items during search warrants, and officials will hold a hearing in April to […]
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