Virginia Home Sales Rise As Inventory Improves Statewide
Home sales across Virginia climbed in February, the latest numbers available, as more properties hit the market. The Virginia Association of Realtors reports more than 65-hundred homes sold, up more than 7 percent from a year ago. Inventory and new listings both increased, giving buyers more options.
Read MoreMiddlesex County Launches Blue Catfish Study With Regional Partners
The Middlesex County Economic Development Authority is launching a study on invasive blue catfish. The project, funded through a GO Virginia grant, includes partnerships with several surrounding counties and the town of Tappahannock. Officials say the species has spread across the Chesapeake Bay and threatens native marine life. The study will examine impacts and potential […]
Read MoreRCC Breaks Ground On New Health Sciences Facility
Rappahannock Community College has broken ground on a new health sciences training facility in Warsaw. The project is backed by a 5-point-1 million dollar federal grant and will be the school’s first new academic building in more than 45 years. Officials say it will expand programs like nursing and EMS while helping train more healthcare […]
Read MoreVirginia State Parks Hiring Hundreds For Seasonal Positions
Virginia State Parks is looking to fill more than 900 seasonal jobs across the state. Officials say positions range from lifeguards and park interpreters to maintenance and administrative roles. The agency says the jobs offer outdoor experience and could lead to full-time careers. Anyone interested can apply online through the Virginia State Parks website.
Read MoreTruck Fire Destroys Vehicle On Route 17 Near Church View
A truck pulling a camper was destroyed by fire along Route 17 near Church View. The driver noticed smoke under the hood, pulled over, and safely detached the camper before flames engulfed the vehicle. Multiple fire departments responded, battling heavy smoke and limited manpower during the morning call. No injuries were reported, and the cause […]
Read MoreMarine Industrial Park Proposal Moves Forward In Deltaville
Local economic leaders are pushing ahead with plans for a marine industrial park in Deltaville. The Middlesex County Economic Development Authority is applying for a 100-thousand-dollar GO Virginia planning grant alongside Mathews County to study demand and feasibility. The proposed site would include marine business space, workforce training through Rappahannock Community College, and new public […]
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