November 9, 2026
Arts & Entertainment
Washington’s birthplace visitor center marks 50 years
Last Wednesday, a large celebration was held at the visitor center at George Washington Birthplace National Monument. Having first opened its doors in 1976, the visitor center is marking 50 years since its opening. The occasion also marked the debut of a new film in the visitor center’s theater, complete with a ribbon-cutting ceremony.
After Competing, Westmoreland Drone Team Preparing to Host
Last week, on Monday, October 19, a group of high school students was recognized at the Westmoreland County School Board’s monthly meeting. Career and Technical Education instructor Jay Lightfoot arranged for the eight members of the Westmoreland Drone Team to compete for the second year at the Virginia State Fair. There, they flew their drones through an obstacle course, and of the 22 teams present, two of Westmoreland’s teams finished in third and fourth place.
It’s Halloween Time in Westmoreland
Colonial Beach got its first taste of Halloween last Saturday with the annual Fall Festival and golf cart parade along Washington Avenue, where occupants launched fistfuls of candy at waving onlookers. A costume contest was also held, and those who gathered on Town Hill enjoyed vendors, food trucks, and games.
Colonial Beach Hosts National Night Out
Last Tuesday, the Colonial Beach Police Department hosted its National Night Out at Town Hill Park. The event has expanded to feature a number of additional agencies, from the Town’s Public Works Department to EMS ser‑vices and local vendors, such as Renewals by Anderson.
‘Pirates of the Bay’ Uncovers Local Pirate History
By: Michelle Smith Blackbeard is not a myth, nor is he a historical figure whose capers were limited to foreign waters. That is just one… Login to continue reading Login…
Bike Fest Opens With a Tribute to Willey
By: Richard Burrell Last weekend, the streets of Colonial Beach rattled with the thunder of motorcycles as the 12th annual Colonial Beach Bike Fest kicked… Login to continue reading Login…
Montross Fall Festival Calls it Quits Amid Rain
The Montross Fall Festival Committee received an unpleasant reminder that almost anything can be planned for except the weather. The Montross Fall Festival closed down early as bitterly cold wind and rain rolled in shortly after the opening cere‑monies Despite the initial cloud cover, the morning started off warm and things looked optimistic. Vendors set up their tents across the Montross down‑town area before Mayor Joey King and David Parr gave their opening announcements.
Wings, Wheels, & Keels Ends at a Milestone
“It’s been quite a run... It’s been a lot of fun,” said Jamie Barnhardt.
Thousands Gather for Stratford Hall’s Oyster & Wine Festival
This past weekend, a horde of people descended upon Stratford Hall’s Oyster & Wine Festival to sample an assortment of wine and vast amounts of oysters, one of the foods most often associated with the Northern Neck.
Colonial Beach Hosts 13th Annual Croquet Tournament
Last Saturday, people gathered at Town Hill in Colonial Beach to take part in the 13th annual Alexander Graham Bell Croquet Tournament.