A former Lancaster County sheriff’s deputy is charged with committing two sex crimes involving an underage girl. News on the Neck reports Virginia State Police were notified and referred the matter to the Bureau of Criminal Investigation. The man was taken into custody last month and was terminatred by the Sheriff’s office at that time. … Read more
The Virginia Department of Transportation is conducting an overnight closure on the Old Ferry Road bridge over Milford Haven that connects Gwynn’s Island and mainland Mathews County. The closure is from 10:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 7 until 6 a.m. Wednesday, March 8. Emergency service providers will have personnel and equipment located on Gwynn’s Island … Read more
The Lancaster County Board of Supervisors voted 5-0 to have the planning commission review and recommend changes to the county’s noise ordinance. The Rappahannock Record reports the vote came after a public hearing that saw commenters compaining about noise from ATVs and fierarm sports. One resident suggested using decibel meters to remove subjectivity in enforcement. … Read more
A woman from Richmond County announces her candidacy for the 99th District House of Delegates seat. News on the Neck reports Hillary Pugh Kent is running to succeed Margaret Ransone who recently announced she is not seeking re-election. Kent said she is committed to “continue to fight to protect parental rights and families, provide the … Read more
Riverside Walter Reed Hospital announces registered nurse Maggie Bull is named as the newest recipient of the “DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses.” According to the Gazette-Journal the DAISY Foundation honors nurses who exemplify the values of extraordinary compassion, courage, and integrity in every situation. These individuals consistently demonstrate excellence in the delivery of patient care … Read more
The Tappahannock Rotary’s 19th Annual Rappahannock River Big Croaker Tournament is set for June 24. There is thousands of dollars in prizes, and great fun for young and old anglers. Fishing will be between the bridges at Tappahannock and White Stone from 7 AM to 4:30 PM. Boat entry fee is $175 but early registrants … Read more
The Virginia Lottery is marking March as the 20th anniversary of National Problem Gambling Awareness Month by creating a special webpage aimed at spreading the Play Responsibly message and highlighting resources available. While the majority of people can gamble for fun and recreation without problems, gambling addiction can impact not just the gambler, but his … Read more
The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is participating in the observance of National Weights and Measures Week. It commemorates the signing of the first weights and measures law in the U. S. in 1799 by President John Adams. This law provided each state with a set of weights and measures standards, to protect … Read more
The Virginia Lottery released its January sports wagering report and bets were up by nearly 6% from January of 2022. Bets topped $513 million and winners took home over $463 million. State law places a 15% tax on sports betting activity based on each permit holder’s adjusted gross revenue. 97.5% ofd those revenues go imnto … Read more
Plans are submitted for a new Dollar General store to be located on Twiggs Ferry Road in the Cobbs Creek/Dutton area of Mathews. According to the Gazette-Journal the plans call for a 156-foot by 80-foot building and a parking layout very similar to the one used for the Dollar General on Buckley Hall Road at … Read more