Mathews County Approves 12 POINT 2 Million Dollar Borrowing Plan
Mathews County leaders have approved a plan to borrow up to 12 POINT 2 million dollars to fund major capital projects. Supervisors voted four to one to move forward with the loan, which will help refinance existing debt, complete a new fire station, and fund improvements to schools, emergency services, and infrastructure. The move is […]
Read MoreCardinal Man Pleads Guilty In Mathews Double Homicide Case
A 33 year old Cardinal man has pleaded guilty in a brutal double homicide in Mathews County. Carol Paul Cormier admitted to killing 54 year old Chad Wayne Ashford and 56 year old Audrey Elaine Hudgins in July 2025, then setting the home on fire to destroy evidence. Authorities say both victims suffered gunshot wounds […]
Read MoreVirginia Lawmakers Target Illegal Vape Sales With New Enforcement Bill
New legislation in Virginia is moving to crack down on vape shops accused of selling illegal products, including to minors. The Vape Enforcement Act, now headed to Governor Abigail Spanberger, would shift oversight to the state Alcoholic Beverage Control Authority and require all sellers to register and undergo inspections. Supporters say it closes loopholes that […]
Read MoreLancaster County And Rappahannock Tribe Earn Top Environmental Honors
Lancaster County and the Rappahannock Tribe are among the top winners in Virginia’s 2026 Environmental Excellence Awards. Lancaster County was recognized for its Windmill Point Maritime Recreational Campus, focused on shoreline restoration and improving access to the Chesapeake Bay. The Rappahannock Tribe earned honors for its Return to the River initiative, aimed at restoring tribal […]
Read MoreGloucester Daffodil Festival To Impact Traffic This Weekend
Drivers in Gloucester should expect delays as the annual Daffodil Festival brings road closures and heavy traffic through Sunday. The Sheriff’s Office says Main Street Court Circle will shut down at 5 this afternoon for event setup, with a detour in place along South Street. Additional closures are planned Saturday morning during the parade, with […]
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