Former Virginia LT Governor Dies in Apparent Murder Suicide
Former Virginia Lieutenant Governor Justin Fairfax is dead following what police say was an apparent murder-suicide at his home. Investigators say Fairfax shot and killed his wife before taking his own life in another part of the house. Authorities say their two teenage children were inside at the time, and dispatch audio captured the moment […]
Read MoreResidents Push Back On Proposed Gloucester Tax Increases
Gloucester County residents are voicing strong opposition to proposed tax increases tied to the fiscal year 2027 budget. During a public hearing, many criticized plans to raise real estate, meals, and personal property taxes, along with a new boat and cigarette tax. Business owners warned a boat tax could drive customers and jobs out of […]
Read MoreBains Named Interim Gloucester County Administrator
The Gloucester County Board of Supervisors has unanimously appointed George Bains as interim county administrator. The move took effect right after the board terminated the contract of former administrator Carol Steele. Bains previously served as deputy county administrator and brings more than 30 years of public sector experience, including leadership roles in information technology, utilities, […]
Read MoreSchool Enrollment Declines Across Gloucester And Mathews Counties
Public school enrollment in Gloucester and Mathews counties has been steadily dropping over the past decade. Gloucester schools have lost more than 900 students since the 2015-16 school year, while Mathews has seen a decline of more than 300 students over the same period. A study from the Weldon Cooper Center at the University of […]
Read MoreMiddlesex County Approves New Noise Ordinance
Middlesex County leaders have approved a new noise ordinance aimed at cracking down on loud disturbances. The measure bans sounds like barking dogs, loud music, and shouting if they can be clearly heard across property lines, with stricter limits between 10 p m and 7 a m. According to County Attorney Heather Lewis, the previous […]
Read MoreMiddlesex Student Named Kiwanis Teenager Of The Year
Middlesex High School senior Katelin Reiner has been named the 2026 Middlesex County Kiwanis Teenager of the Year. The honor was announced during a recent club meeting. Reiner is an honor student taking dual enrollment classes for college credit while also staying active in her church and community service efforts. She also runs her own […]
Read MoreVirginia Redistricting Vote Nears Deadline
Voters across Virginia have little time left to weigh in on a proposed constitutional amendment tied to congressional redistricting. Early voting runs through tomorrow, with Election Day set for Tuesday, when polls will be open from six a-m until seven p-m statewide. Election officials say in-person ballots must be received by seven p-m on Election […]
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