Hurricane Preparedness Urged as Season Begins
Bay area residents are being encouraged to review emergency plans and stock up on supplies as hurricane season gets underway. Emergency preparedness experts recommend keeping at least seven days of food, water, medications and other essential items on hand, along with reviewing evacuation routes before a storm threatens. Officials say preparation can help save lives […]
Read MoreMusic on the Half Shell Opens Summer Season in Kilmarnock
More than 900 people turned out Friday night for the opening concert of Kilmarnock’s Music on the Half Shell series at Town Centre Park. Warm weather and clear skies helped make the rescheduled event a success after a Memorial Day weekend postponement. The concert series continues Friday, June 5th.
Read MoreOvernight Lane Closures Scheduled on Norris Bridge
Motorists traveling on Route 3 across the Robert O. Norris Jr. Bridge between Lancaster and Middlesex counties should expect brief overnight delays. The Virginia Department of Transportation says maintenance work will reduce the bridge to one lane with one-way alternating traffic controlled by automated flagging devices. Closures are scheduled from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. […]
Read MoreOyster Creek Bridge Replacement Set To Begin
The Virginia Department of Transportation will hold a public meeting this Thursday to discuss a $10.3 million project replacing the aging Windmill Point Road bridge over Oyster Creek near White Stone. Construction is expected to begin in July. Transportation officials say a temporary single-lane bridge and traffic signal will be used during construction to maintain […]
Read MoreArts In The Middle Festival Returns June 6 And 7
A major arts festival is set to return next weekend near Urbanna. The 12th annual Arts in the Middle Festival will take place Saturday and Sunday at Hewick Plantation, featuring more than 70 juried artists from across the East Coast. Visitors can expect a wide range of artwork, including paintings, ceramics, jewelry, and glass, along […]
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