August 11, 2026
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Three Rivers Health District conducts biohazard threat exercise
Last Friday, the Three Rivers Health District and local partners conducted a biological event training exercise simulating a coordinated public response to a novel influenza A virus.
RICHMOND COUNTY IMPOSES BURN BAN
Richmond County has enacted a countywide burn ban that took effect at 9 a.m. on Thursday, April 30, in response to increasingly dangerous fire conditions.
National Kids to Parks Day coming May 16
Kids across Virginia will have a reason to get outside and explore nature later this month--National Kids to Parks Day which returns for its 16th year on Saturday, May 16.
CRRL Announces Permanent Endowment
Central Rappahannock Regional Library announced the establishment of The Library Fund for Literacy and Learning, a permanent endowment created in 2025 in partnership with the Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region.
Ongoing drought conditions delay spring plantings, stress cropland across Virginia
More than a few passing showers are needed to fully quench agricultural lands parched from persistent drought statewide.
Northern Neck Calendar of Events
Continuing Events:
Thousands of Virginians will regain the right to vote next month
The court order comes ahead of a pending constitutional amendment that could make rights restorations automatic when people complete their prison sentences.
Fishing in the Northern Neck
Two Good Fights in a Weekend
RICHMOND COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE
April 25:
Pointing to a CERT team member
Pointing to a CERT team member, Tim Williams of Gloucester Emergency Management noted that volunteers and full time employees alike were working together. Everyone involved in public community welfare is represented, he said.