November 12, 2026
News
Joint session held to address comms tower
The potential construction of a communications tower in Colonial Beach and the zoning text amendments to make it possible have been working their way back and forth between the Planning Commission and Town Council for many months.
Attorney General Jay Jones: Know Your Fair Housing Rights in Virginia
In recognition of Fair Housing Month, the Office of the Attorney General reminds Virginians that housing discrimination is illegal—and that the law protects you at every step of your housing journey.
Saga to save St. Margaret’s continues
St. Margaret’s School has been an ubiquitous part of the town of Tappahannock for over a hundred years, but recent events have put the school’s future in jeopardy.
Virginia State Parks announce Earth Week
Virginia State Parks will celebrate Earth Day not only on April 22, but during April 17-26 to allow more time for visitors to engage in activities and enjoy more time outside this spring giving back at a state park.
Chick Check: What to Know Before Building a Backyard Chicken Flock
About 20 years ago, chickens—long a staple of farms and homesteads— began showing up in urban and suburban yards. They enabled city dwellers to source homegrown food, provided a touch of nature amid the urban jungle, and have continued to rise in popularity ever since. According to the American Pet Products Association’s 2025 State of the Industry report, 11 million U.S. households own backyard chickens, a 28% increase from 2023.
Man dies in custody at NNRJ
A 60-year-old man died Monday, April 13, while in custody at Northern Neck Regional Jail.
Naval Warship Commissioned for Col. Barnum
On Saturday, at Naval Station Norfolk, the Navy commissioned the USS Harvey C. Barnum Jr, a namesake ship named for a Medal of Honor and Purple Heart recipient who resides in Reedville.