News Staff A poll of Virginia voters finds the governor’s race is nearly tied. The survey by Emerson College and 8 News found 49% support former governor Terry McAuliffe while 45% are behind Glenn Youngkin. The error margin is plus-or-minus 3.4%. This survey mirrored the results of an August poll conducted by Virginia Commonwealth University. The candidates … Read more
Kilmarnock’s “Music On The Half Shell Stage” concert series continues today at Town Centre Park with Danny Kensy & Cedar Creek. The group has been wowing crowds for many years playing original country, Top 40 country and classic rock. They were voted top country band several times in Maryland and Virginia. Tickets are $10 per … Read more
Northumberland County is applying for a grant to deploy wireless internet service in an area of Route 200 between Burgess to Kilmarnock. The Rappahannock Record reports the Board of Supervisors approved a $521,000 proposal from Broadband Telecom Services with 80-% of that paid by a Virginia Telecommunications Initiative grant and the rest covered by BTS … Read more
Middlesex County Sheriff David Bushey is looking to move his department’s offices from Saluda to the Lewis B. Puller Vocational Center building at Cooks Corner. According to the Southside Sentinel Bushey appeared at a recent Board of Supervisors meeting to discuss the move saying they do not have enough space at the current office and … Read more
The Northumberland Public Library received more than $21,000 from the proceeds of the Lockdown Lottery held earlier this year. The Northumberland Echo reports the Friends of the Northumberland Public Library which held the fundraiser presented the library with a check last week. The lottery was limited to 300 tickets with a $5,000 grand prize and … Read more
If you’re around Beaverdam Park this Saturday and notice what looks like a search and rescue going on be aware that’s it’s just a training exercise. The Gazette-Journal reports it’s a joint effort between Tidewater Search and Rescue, and the Gloucester County Emergency Management and Parks, Recreation and Tourism departments. It will begin at 9:00 … Read more
There’s just over 4,920 students enrolled in Gloucester County Public Schools this year and that’s just a little higher than what the district budgeted for. According to the Gazette-Journal school division officials expect that number to increase going forward and that will mean additional funds from the state. Just 20 students opted for online learning … Read more
Governor Ralph Northam proclaimed September 15 to October 15 as National Hispanic and Latino Heritage Month. Northam says the stories of Hispanic and Latino people are woven into the fabric of the communities and he invites all Virginians to participate in virtual and other safe celebrations of Hispanic and Latino heritage taking place in communities … Read more
Governor Ralph Northam and First Lady Pamela Northam announced the recipients of the 2021 Governor’s Honor Awards at an Executive Mansion ceremony on Wednesday. The Governor presented the awards to employees who consistently demonstrate exemplary service and commitment to the Commonwealth. There were 11 award categories and 15 total recipients. All classified full-time, part-time and … Read more
Virginia is holding its second annual Women in Innovation conference on September 22. It is presented by the Secretary of Administration in collaboration with the Virginia Information Technology Agency Innovation Program. Organizers say the conference is an opportunity to uplift women innovators and celebrate the groundbreaking women who paved the way. The event will be … Read more