June 25, 2026
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Rappahannock Activities Report
Wednesday 4-1
Mayor explains disappearance of Montross LOVE Sign
Residents and motorists may have noticed that the Montross “LOVE” sign is missing. The reason was explained at last week’s Montross Town Council meeting.
Osprey Fest 2026 draws closer
The 2026 Osprey Festival is less than a week and a half away.
Montross Town Manager announces two new businesses
Last week, Montross Town Manager Fran Taylor informed the Council about the opening of a couple of businesses.
Legislation to make battery storage a by-right use moves to Governor
Legislation approved by the Virginia General Assembly could change how battery energy storage systems (BESS) are sited across the Commonwealth, allowing them to be developed by right alongside previously approved solar facilities.
Westmoreland School Board receives positive literacy briefing
Leslie Steele, the former principal of Cople Elementary, gave a presentation before the School Board, presenting what she called “The Westmoreland County Public Schools Literacy Vision.”
Westmoreland Calendar of Events
Continuing Events:
Letters to the Editor
Letters to the Editor
To the Editor
To the Editor, The term “gerrymander” goes all the way back to 1812, when political maps were drawn to benefit those in power instead of the people. Two hundred years later, not much has changed.
To the Editor
To the Editor, Recent reports regarding redistricting efforts across the country should be a cause for concern for every Virginian, regardless of political party. When congressional maps are redrawn without voter approval or oversight, the very foundation of “free and fair elections” begins to crumble.