May 12, 2026
News
Efforts underway to boost Colonial Beach tourism
Colonial Beach has been a tourism- heavy town since its inception in the late 1800s. That much goes without saying. The spirit of the resort town has remained strong over the years, and residents are looking for ways to bring more and more tourists in, particularly to the beach and the downtown area.
Crash shuts down Rt. 3 near Kilmarnock
Virginia State Police are investigating a two-vehicle crash that shut down both sides of Route 3, Mary Ball Road, Saturday night in Lancaster County.
PREPARE FOR OVERNIGHT DELAYS ON NORRIS BRIDGE
Starting Monday, March 30, Route 3 travelers can expect brief overnight delays crossing the Norris Bridge between Lancaster and Middlesex counties.
Bill takes a step toward creating a new catfish market
Last Tuesday, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the MAWS Act, a bipartisan effort to combat the invasive blue catfish population in the Chesapeake Bay and protect the region’s seafood industries.
OPEN EVENT TO FOCUS ON PFAS, SEWAGE SPILL, & GHOST POTS
Important waterways topics will be on the agenda at an event this weekend hosted by the Northumberland Association for Progressive Stewardship (NAPS).
Westmoreland County Administrator resigns
At the beginning of March, Jim Taylor resigned from his post as Westmoreland County Administrator in the wake of a closed‑session performance review.
King George considering wide range of fee hikes
Residents and developers in King George County could soon see a wide-ranging set of fee increases. This month, county staff presented a proposed overhaul of the county’s fee schedule to the Board of Supervisors, which approved advancing the proposals to a public hearing.
Westmoreland Schools receive donation from Chesapeake Chorale
Last week, Westmoreland County Public Schools was expecting a visitor who, unfortunately, had other places to be. Although scheduling conflicts kept Dr. Cheryl Davis from attending the School Board meeting, she still found time to speak with Superintendent Kathy Rice, introduce her to the Chesapeake Chorale, and provide donations to the schools.
CBPS recognizes Honor Society inductees
Colonial Beach Public Schools recognized and celebrated the students inducted into the National Honor Society for the 2025–2026 school year noting that it was the result of their dedication to scholarship, leadership, service, and character The 2025–2026 inductees are: Amoni Burton Karysa Christensen Zaniyah Dickerson Chloe Donaldson Marlie Hooper Callen Meier Brandon Oliver Blake Steffey Jaylyn Wolfe Joshlyn Wolfe CBPS also gave special thanks to Ms.. Donovan for continuing this proud tradition and supporting students year after year.
CA’S TRASHION SHOW HIGHLIGHTS INNOVATION, PROBLEM SOLVING, AND DESIGN
While considering sustainability in their Arts and Innovation class,Chesapeake Academy’s middle school designers considered the environmental impact of the fashion industry.