August 24, 2026
Michelle Smith
Senator Stuart: New Gun Storage Law an Unreasonable Attack on Rural Life
Virginia Senator Richard Stuart, a practicing attorney, said the recently signed gun storage law is unreasonable for rural communities like the Northern Neck and he believes it “turns everyday law-abiding citizens into criminals.”
Historic Church Documentary: A fundraiser that gave then gave some more
Last Wednesday, “Historic Churches of the Northern Neck” concluded its two-screening run at Compass Entertainment Complex with a sold-out theater filled with viewers of all ages.
SPANBERGER’S COLLECTIVE BARGAINING VETO EASES KING GEORGE’S CONCERNS, STINGS UNIONS
Governor Abigail Spanberger’s veto of public sector collective bargaining legislation last Thursday helped King George County eliminate a financial concern, at least for now, but it also triggered swift and backlash from some Virginia’s unions, including the county’s firefighters.
Windmill Point Campus Officially an Award-Winning Public Asset
Lancaster’s Windmill Point County Maritime Recreational Campus is officially an award winning site, earning two major accolades in just two months that recognize its environmental significance and value to the community.
WCSO Officers solve case involving Senator Stuart
At last week’s Westmoreland County Board of Supervisors meeting, Westmoreland Sheriff’s Officers were commended for work on a case where Senator Richard Stuart was the victim.
NNRAACA hosts 32nd Annual Auto Show
Like clockwork, last weekend marked the 32nd time the Northern Neck branch of the Antique Auto Club hosted it annual car show.
54th Annual Blessing of the Fleet held in Reedville
On Sunday, members of the community, seafood industry, and organizations, such as Virginia Marine Resources Commission and Smith Point Sea Rescue gathered in Reedville alongside Ocean Harvesters and Omega Protein for the 54th Annual Blessing of the Fleet, a long standing tradition honoring the men and women who work on the water.
VSP INVESTIGATING TWO FATAL CRASHES IN NORTHERN NECK
Two fatal crashes were reported in the Northern Neck within less than 48 hours over the weekend, with Virginia State Police identifying both victims as out of town residents.
District 1 hopeful visits Colonial Beach
Last year, Westmoreland County was introduced to Lisa Khanna, a challenger to Congressman Rob Wittman’s seat in the 1st Congressional District, a spot Wittman has comfortably occupied for over a decade. As it turns out, Khanna would not be the only one seeking to unseat the Montross native. Last Sunday, Shannon Taylor, the three-term Commonwealth’s Attorney for Henrico County paid a visit to Colonial Beach.
Northumberland Public Library cuts ribbon on Hardy Community Park
Northumberland Public Library celebrated a major milestone on Saturday, May 9, with the official dedication of Hardy Community Park. Located behind its building at 7204 Northumberland Highway, the pocket park delivers on the library’s commitment to community offerings that reach beyond its walls.