Day: July 30, 2026

Museum Program Focuses on Protecting Historic Homes

The Middlesex County Museum will host a program on preserving historic buildings Sunday, August 9, at 3 p.m. at the Historic Courthouse in Saluda. Joanna McKnight with the Virginia Department of Historic Resources will explain how property owners can protect historic homes and qualify them for the Virginia Landmarks Register and National Register of Historic […]

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CODI Alert Issued for Missing Essex County Girl

Virginia State Police have issued a CODI Alert for a missing 13 year old girl from Essex County. The alert was requested by Tappahannock police, who say her disappearance poses a credible threat to her health and safety. Authorities are asking anyone with information to contact law enforcement.

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Farnham Man Killed in Richmond County Crash

A Farnham man was killed Wednesday morning in a head-on crash on Richmond Road near Meadowbrook Road in Richmond County. Emergency crews were called shortly after 5:30 a.m. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene, and his name has not been officially released. The Virginia State Police are leading the investigation. Richmond Road was […]

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Animal Welfare League Donates Leashes to Law Enforcement

The Animal Welfare League of the Northern Neck has distributed 200 dog leashes to area law enforcement agencies. The leashes will help officers safely handle loose or endangered dogs at crash scenes and other emergencies. The group says the project supports officer safety and strengthens its partnership with local law enforcement.

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Rain Fails to End Northern Neck Drought

Four inches of recent rain brought some relief to Lancaster and Northumberland counties, but moderate drought conditions continue. Storms also knocked out power to about 1,350 Dominion Energy customers and brought down trees. The region is experiencing its ninth-driest year in 132 years.

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Virginia Primary Election Set for Tuesday

Virginia voters head to the polls Tuesday for primary elections. Saturday is the final day for in-person early voting. Seven Democrats are seeking the 1st Congressional District nomination, while three Republicans are competing for the U.S. Senate nomination. Polls Tuesday will be open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.

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