September 15, 2026
Michelle Smith
DWR accepting public comments on regulation and fee changes
The Virginia Board of Wildlife Resources is seeking public input on a package of proposed changes to wildlife, fisheries, boating, hunting, trapping, and camping regulations, along with increases to several outdoor recreation fees.
Demolition Begins for Norris Bridge Replacement
BY: MICHELLE SMITH Demolition is underway at the foot of the Norris Bridge on the Lancaster parcel that VDOT acquired for the bridge replacement project.… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Man critically injured in UTV crash
A Virginia State Police investigation remains underway after a man was critically injured in a UTV crash on Irvington Road near Weems.
Radden Named New Chief of WPD
BY: MICHELLE SMITH Just one week after being promoted to Deputy Chief of Police and receiving the rank of Major, Barry Radden has been named… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Westmoreland adopts budget with lower than expected tax hike
In Westmoreland, the impending budget adoption seemed poised at one point to drop a 12‑cent increase in taxes.
King George Sheriff announces retirement
“Serving as sheriff has been an honor of a lifetime,” said King George Sheriff Chris Giles last week as he announced that he’ll retire at the end of 2026.
Rappahannock Tribe gets good news in battle over Caroline water withdrawals
Last month, the Rappahannock Tribe scored a victory in its battle against Caroline County’s Rappahannock River water withdrawal project.
Stuart: ‘Communities Lose’ With Final Data Center Water Regs
On June 22, Virginia Senator Richard Stuart announced he secured a “first-in-the-nation safeguard to stop data centers from draining groundwater,” but what the Commonwealth got… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Securing another grant allows NPL to complete the park
Northumberland Public Library secured an AARP Community Challenge grant, bringing in the funds needed to complete the new pocket park that opened earlier this year.
LHS Construction Worker Injured in Crash
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