Tappahannock Mayor To Step Down After Decades Of Service
Tappahannock Mayor Roy Gladding says he will step down at the end of his term after more than 30 years in local government. Gladding, who first took office in 2002, is backing Councilor Troy Balderson as his successor in the upcoming November election. Multiple town council seats are also on the ballot, with candidate filing […]
Read MoreIrvington Woman Remembered For Long Life And Service
110 year old Irma Henderson Burke of Irvington passed away March 14th after a life spanning more than a century. A longtime White Stone resident, she spent decades in banking and later volunteered more than 27 years at Rappahannock General Hospital. Visitation is set for this Sunday at Currie Funeral Home, with a memorial service […]
Read MoreWilliam And Mary Athletics Complex Gets Six Million Dollar Boost
William and Mary is expanding its athletics complex with another six million dollars in private donations. School leaders say the money will fund upgrades to Kaplan Arena, including seating, concessions, and broadcast capabilities. The improvements are part of a larger effort that has already raised more than 40 million dollars to enhance facilities and elevate […]
Read MoreColeman Bridge Toll Plaza Demolition To Cause Lane Closures
Drivers using Route 17 across the George P. Coleman Bridge between York and Gloucester counties should expect periodic lane closures as crews begin tearing down the old toll plaza. Today and again tomorrow, traffic in both directions will still be reduced to one lane near the former toll booths between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. […]
Read MoreJail Leak Investigation Leads To Two Arrests
Two people are behind bars following a security breach at a Chesapeake correctional facility. Authorities say 34 year old Sarah Johnson and 28 year old Jason Miller are charged after sensitive inmate footage and confidential records were leaked. Investigators say the case raises serious concerns about jail security, and more arrests could follow as the […]
Read MoreConservation District Hosting Farm Cost Share Information Breakfast
The Tidewater Soil and Water Conservation District is inviting farmers and landowners to a cost share information breakfast on Thursday in Shacklefords. The event begins tomorrow at 8:30 a.m. at Nick’s Spaghetti and Steak House and will focus on programs that help agricultural producers improve soil health and water quality while receiving financial assistance for […]
Read MoreDragon Run Trash Cleanup Planned For Wednesday
Volunteers will gather on today for a trash cleanup along the Dragon Run. Friends of Dragon Run will work from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at three bridge locations . Organizers say safety signs will be posted while crews work to remove litter from the area.
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