June 26, 2026
News
MU XI NU CHAPTER OF OMEGA PSI PHI HOSTS INAUGURAL YOUTH TALENT HUNT IN TAPPAHANNOCK
The Mu Xi Nu Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. successfully hosted its first annual Reverend Brother Milton W. Robinson Talent Hunt Program on Sunday, March 8, at Essex High School, drawing students, families, and community members from across the Northern Neck and Middle Peninsula.
Congratulations on 40 years of service
It is with great pleasure to announce that Darryl S. Doggett Sr., has served as Deacon at Queen Esther Baptist Church, Mollusk, Va, for over 40 years! Darryl was asked to join the Deacon Board at QEBC in 1985, by his pastor, Rev. Dr. Silas B. Holmes. After giving much thought and consideration, Darryl became a “Walking Deacon” and continued his walk for an entire year. After which in March 1986, he was ordained by The Northern Neck Deacon’s Union, to become a Deacon at QEBC. At the early age of 23 he began his journey in the Deacon’s Ministry and learned how to be an aide to the Pastor and serve others. He also became a member of The Northern Neck Deacon’s Union to continue learning his role as a Deacon. Darryl has served under several Pastors down through the years and now is currently serving under the first Women to hold the position of Pastor of QEBC, Pastor Carolyn W. Fisher, a Phenomenal Women of God! Darryl said “I’ve seen a lot of changes throughout the years” but his love for God and serving others have remained the same. Darryl said, “He is honored to be able to serve in the position of Deacon.” His motto he lives by is “If I can help somebody along the way, then my living has not been in Vain! Please help us in Congratulating Deacon Darryl S. Doggett Sr. of Ottoman Va. on serving 40 years as Deacon of QEBC!
NPS makes major Washington Birthplace announcement
Since the discovery of the foundations of Building X at George Washington National Birthplace Monument, it appeared that we might get an answer for where the first president entered the world.
Gallagher retires from Primis Bank after 45 years of service
After 45 years of dedicated service to customers and communities across Virginia, Patricia Gallagher, senior vice president at Primis Bank, retired at the end of March.
Farmers Have 2 Months Remaining for Voluntary BMPs Survey
With the clock ticking toward the deadline, agricultural leaders are issuing a final call to farmers across the Chesapeake Bay watershed. Producers have just two months left to participate in the Virginia Farmer Survey of Voluntary Best Management Practices (BMPs), a multiagency effort aiming to capture the scope of proactive steps farmers are taking to preserve soil and water.
RICHMOND COUNTY NEWS
Birthday greetings to the following individuals from April 15th ~ 21st: 15th ~ Lisa Wood, Helen Taylor Johnson, Garrett Juan Wood, Franklin Taylor, Jr., and Robert Thompson; 16th ~ Glenwood Arthel Hence, Evelyn Ransome, and Tarita Ball; 17th ~ Tyneisha Garner, Nileene Newman, Wanda Gordon Henderson, Angie Levere, Avery Aderonke Adeshighin, Shirley Ann Harvey, Crystal Blue, and Dorothy Kelly; 18th ~ Erika Taylor Drummond, and Dorothy Dickerson Tate; 19th ~ John Heaggans, Sr., Sondra Veney Long, Laura Mae Gaskins, Naomi Clark, and Tony “T.O.” Byrd; 20th ~ Queen E. Ford, Travis Thompson, Francie Pratt, Kolby Dyke, and Wayland Burrell; and 21st ~ John Barber, Tiffany Parker Ball, Amanda Plummer Hueston, Michael Johnson, I’mani Robinson, Rebekah SaraJane Roddam, and Eugene Tate.
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.
Man dies in custody at NNRJ
A 60-year-old man died Monday, April 13, while in custody at Northern Neck Regional Jail.
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.
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.