July 25, 2026
Michelle Smith
Commemorating Juneteenth at growing Colonial Beach event
For the last five years, since Juneteenth became a federal holiday in 2021, there has been a gathering in Colonial Beach at Town Hill Park. Over the years, attendance has grown as more vendors and local institutions set up their tents.
Delegate Kent Highlights Legislative Wins
Delegate Hillary Pugh Kent has been mak‑ing the rounds across District 67, providing an overview of the legislation she championed during this year’s General Assembly session.
Lancaster approves $51.4 million budget and real estate tax hike
The Lancaster County Board of Supervisors has adopted a $51,408,170 budget for FY27, along with a 5-cent real estate tax increase to help fund its rising debt obligations.
CHARGE FILED FOR POOL TOWING CRASH
A reckless driving charge has been filed against the man whose improper towing shut down the Norris Bridge on June 5, but the investigation remains underway, Virginia State Police reported.
SHERIFF’S OFFICE RECOGNIZED FOR CONTINUED ACCREDITATION
Westmoreland County’s Sheriff’s Office appears to be well aware that complacency can render an achievement moot. Since achieving accredited status with the Virginia Law Enforcement Professional Standards Commission (VLEPSC) in May of 2006, the Sheriff’s Office has been working to maintain that status. At last week’s County Board of Supervisors meeting, it was announced, to the applause of many present, that the WCSO had once again continued its yearly streak of accredited status.
Westmoreland moves on proposed housing rehab project
At last week’s Westmoreland County Board of Supervisors meeting, Jerry Davis, Executive Director of the Northern Neck Planning District Commission, paid a visit, bringing along plans for securing a $1.5 million Community Development Block Grant to restore a number of homes.
Colonial Beach Celebrates 75th Annual Potomac River Festival
By: Richard Burrell Colonial Beach has done much to brand itself as the “Playground of the Potomac,” and last week saw the town more than… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Northumberland takes official position on Gardy’s Mill Pond
Northumberland Board of Supervisors has approved an offi‑cial call for Gardy’s Mill Pond to be restored to its original state— one of four options presented at a recent public information meet‑ing hosted by the Department of Wildlife Resources.
With 21% Tax Increase on the Table, Northumberland Residents Question Value
On top of the reassessment that boosted property values by more than 58%, Northumberland County has a real estate tax increase on the table that could be as high as 21%. Residents continue not only to object to the increase but to question what they’re getting in return for their money.
New training program will boost sailor population at Dahlgren
Navy leadership is excited to have a new entity coming to Dahlgren, Community Planning Liason Officer Adam Lynch told the King George Planning Commission.