June 26, 2026
News
Northumberland approves Real Estate Tax increase for FY 27
With a unanimous vote, Northumberland Supervisors approved an FY 27 budget that increased nearly $2.7 million year over year to $48,796,856 budget and a 4-cent real state tax increase.
Wittman’s Request for Essex Fed Funding Passes
By: Michelle Smith This month, Essex moved closer to federal funding for a Joint Maintenance Facility and an access road after a $1.2 million funding request submitted by Congressman Rob…
King George approves $146 Million budget w/ Real Estate & Meals Tax hikes
On June 16, the King George Board of Supervisors voted unanimously in favor of a $146,683,998 FY27 budget, up from $138.4 million in FY26.
Delegate Kent Highlights Legislative Wins
Delegate Hillary Pugh Kent has been mak‑ing the rounds across District 67, providing an overview of the legislation she championed during this year’s General Assembly session.
Lancaster approves $51.4 million budget and real estate tax hike
The Lancaster County Board of Supervisors has adopted a $51,408,170 budget for FY27, along with a 5-cent real estate tax increase to help fund its rising debt obligations.
CHARGE FILED FOR POOL TOWING CRASH
A reckless driving charge has been filed against the man whose improper towing shut down the Norris Bridge on June 5, but the investigation remains underway, Virginia State Police reported.
SHERIFF’S OFFICE RECOGNIZED FOR CONTINUED ACCREDITATION
Westmoreland County’s Sheriff’s Office appears to be well aware that complacency can render an achievement moot. Since achieving accredited status with the Virginia Law Enforcement Professional Standards Commission (VLEPSC) in May of 2006, the Sheriff’s Office has been working to maintain that status. At last week’s County Board of Supervisors meeting, it was announced, to the applause of many present, that the WCSO had once again continued its yearly streak of accredited status.
Westmoreland moves on proposed housing rehab project
At last week’s Westmoreland County Board of Supervisors meeting, Jerry Davis, Executive Director of the Northern Neck Planning District Commission, paid a visit, bringing along plans for securing a $1.5 million Community Development Block Grant to restore a number of homes.
Northumberland takes official position on Gardy’s Mill Pond
Northumberland Board of Supervisors has approved an offi‑cial call for Gardy’s Mill Pond to be restored to its original state— one of four options presented at a recent public information meet‑ing hosted by the Department of Wildlife Resources.
With 21% Tax Increase on the Table, Northumberland Residents Question Value
On top of the reassessment that boosted property values by more than 58%, Northumberland County has a real estate tax increase on the table that could be as high as 21%. Residents continue not only to object to the increase but to question what they’re getting in return for their money.