October 19, 2026
News
WESTMORELAND APPROVES ORDINANCE FOR EMERGENCY ACCESS
When there’s an emergency at a structure, the job of EMS crews is made considerably easier when they have a means of bypassing locks or other access control points that can otherwise cause catastrophic delays. In Westmoreland, one method of ensuring that EMS has easy access is the Knox Rapid Entry System, or KRES.
Clark rises from Commonwealth Attorney’s Office to Circuit Court
After over a decade of service in King George County, Charles D. Clark has moved to the bench as a judge for the 15th Judicial Circuit of Virginia.
Lancaster considering hazardous duty retirement benefits for EMS
Lancaster County is leaning into the idea of offering its EMS providers hazardous duty retirement benefits.
Cover crops deliver savings for farmers while protecting Virginia’s waterways
As Virginia works to curb nutrient pollution reaching its rivers and waterways, one of the most effective tools is also one of the simplest: planting cover crops.
Northumberland Public Library wins pair of awards
Northumberland Public Library received two awards at the Virginia Public Library Directors conference in Harrisonburg on March 20th.
VADOC makes move to expand in person visitation
The Virginia Department of Corrections announced it has expanded in person visitation across the Commonwealth, adding 162 tables to restore access that had been scaled back during the COVID 19 pandemic.
Richmond County discussing ownership of Jones Creek Landing
No formal action has been taken yet, but discussions are underway between VDOT and Richmond County that could ultimately result in the transfer of Jones Creek Landing to the county.
Richmond County increasing AEDs in county complex
Richmond County is expanding the number of AEDs available throughout the county complex in the center of Warsaw, a move that EMS Chief Mitch Paulette believes will significantly improve emergency readiness.