The Virginia Department of Transportation is performing a series of overnight test openings this week on the George P. Coleman Bridge. They are scheduled between 10:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m. and each will last approximately 20 minutes or less. After each opening, crews will reopen the travel lanes on the bridge to allow any traffic … Read more
The prosecutor in the John Hooper manslaughter case files a response on a request to reduce Hooper’s jail sentence. He was found guilty in the death of Graham McCormick from a 2017 boating crash in Lancaster County. According to the Rappahannock Record the prosecutor refuted Hooper’s claim that his freedoms were significantly restricted for 3-1/3 … Read more
The Virginia Alcoholic Beverage Control Authority unveils the top five brands purchased at ABC stores in fiscal 2022. Topping the list is “Tito’s Homemade” domestic vodka followed by Hennesy VS, Jack Daniels Old No. 7 Black, Patron Silver tequila and Jim Beam. The same 5 brabds topped the fiscal year 2021 ranking. Officials sat Tito’s … Read more
Attorney General Jason Miyares announced the creation of the Election Integrity Unit . It will provide legal advice to the Department of Elections, investigate and prosecute violations of Virginia election law plus work with the election community throughout the year to ensure uniformity and legality in application of election laws. It will also work with … Read more
Governor Glenn Youngkin ceremonially signed two bills reducing state income taxes for Virginia’s Military and Veteran Community. The measures create a state income tax deduction for military retirement income for veterans ae 55 and older, The deduction is at a phased in rate of $10,000 in taxable year 2022, $20,000 in taxable year 2023, $30,000 … Read more
The Virginia Department of Transportation suspended service on both ferries on the Northern Neck until further notice. Due to high tide, the Merry Point Ferry in Lancaster County and the Sunnybank Ferry in Northumberland County will not be running until river conditions improve. Dial 5-1-1 or visit 511virginia.org for updates on the Merry Point Ferry … Read more
The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office is warning bout a phone scam where a caller says he’s with the Sheriff’s Office and claims whoever receives the call missed jury duty and owes money in fines. The caller reportedly stated that his name was Timothy King. The Sheriff’s Office says there is no employee by that name … Read more
The Northumberland County Board of Supervisors votes to grant a zoninmg change three-acre portion of a parcel on Jessie duPont Memorial Highway to general business. According to the Rapppahannock Record the plans submitted with the request call for a 10,640 square-foot store to be built on the property along with a paved parking lot. The … Read more
The Middle Peninsula African-American Genealogical and Historical Society and African-American Genealogical and Historical Society Hampton Roads are holding a virtual meeting on Saturday, at 10:30 a.m. According to the Southside Sentinel the meeting will feature a talk by Dr. Shelley Viola Murphy entitled, “An Introduction to International African American Museum’s Center for Family History.” The … Read more
Lancaster County Toys For Tots officials are heading to Washington D.C. for the organization’s National Conference. When they return the 2022 collection boxes will be delivered to all of their partner organizations. All boxes are to be delivered by by October 5. You can bring a new unwrapped toy to any of the locations to … Read more