VDH eceives Grant to Create New Virginia Environmental Health Tracking Program

The Virginia Department of Health announced it received a grant from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention to create an environmental epidemiology program. VDH will receive $635,000 per year for five years to build the program that will track environmental hazards, environmental exposures and environmental health effects to increase understanding of how environmental factors … Read more

Virginia Reports Additional Presumed Case of Monkeypox

The Virginia Department of Health announced a presumed case of monkeypox in a central region resident bringing the total number of cases to 40. The patient is a man who recently traveled out of state and is currently isolating. His close contacts are being notified. Multiple countries are currently experiencing a monkeypox outbreak. As of … Read more

Youngkin Announces Updated COVID-19 Quarantine Guidance for Early Childhood

Governor Glenn Youngkin announced updated guidance on quarantine procedures following exposure to COVID-19 in school, child care and camp settings. It says that quarantine is no longer routinely recommended after exposure to COVID-19 infected individuals in child care, K-12 schools, and at camps. Individuals are still encouraged to consider their own risk tolerance and determine … Read more

Westmoreland County School Board Gets Book Donation

The Westmoreland County School Board received a book donation from an organization that normally receives donations. According to Westmoreland News the books were from Toys for Tots. Officials say the 47 boxes of books have all varieties of subjects. The board quickly approved accepting the donation with chairman Ralph Fallin saying they are very appreciative … Read more

Urbanna Intersection May Get 4-Way Stop

Discussions are renewed aabout making an Urbanna inetsection a 4-way stop. According to the Southside Sentinel the town council voted unanimously to ask DOT officials if the intersection of Virginia Street and Cross Street needs that revised traffic control. Most people driving east on Virginia Street turn right onto Cross Street and drivers waiting at … Read more

REC Accepting Power Of Change Applications

Rappahannock Electric Cooperative’s “The Power of Change” program is now accepting applications from local nonprofits seeking funding to support their communities. The grants come from REC member-owners who round up their monthly electric bill or make other monetary donations. Numerous nonprofits could benefit from funding, and “The Power of Change” is the perfect opportunity to … Read more

Gloucester County Applying For SRO Grant

The Gloucester County Bpard of Supervisors gives the green light for Gloucester County Public Schools to apply for a grant through the state Department of Criminal Justice School Resource Officer program. According to the Gazette-Journal 3 more officers re needed to have one at each of the county’s public schools. The grant covers the salary … Read more

St. Margaret’s School Announces New Leadership Of Wheat Center

St. Margaret’s School in Tappahannock announces the appointment of Phyllis Hollimon as Director and Allison Forrestor as Assistant Director of the Wiley H. Wheat Center for Innovative Learning. The Center has learning specialists who work with students to develop strategies and study skills for success in the classroom. Advanced students are encouraged to seek enrichment … Read more

LCPS Picks School Architect

The Lancaster County school board selects VMDO Architects of Charlottesville to begin negotiations on the design of a proposed new middle/high school complex on Irvington Road at Hills Quarter. According to the Rappahannock Record the selection was unanimously approved. In March, the board authorized a request for proposals which resulted in 2 companies chosen to … Read more

NNMG Restarts Horticulture Therapy Program

The Northern Neck Master Gardeners restarted their Horticultural Therapy program at Commonwealth Senior Living in Kilmarnock. It offers creative activities that provide sensory stimulation, environmental enhancement, activities that involve mind and body, and opportunities for improved concentration, motivation, and manual dexterity. The program is offered on the third Friday of each month. Learn more about … Read more