The time capsule found in the base of the former Robert E. Lee statue in Richmond was opened on Wednesday. Among the items inside were an 1875 almanac, a pair of books, a cloth envelope and a coin. It took several hours to open the box made of lead because it was heavily corroded. The … Read more
Governor Ralph Northam recognizes the Virginia Medical Reserve Corps Volunteers for their assistance in testing and vaccinating the public during COVID-19. MVRC volunteers were first deployed to a vaccination clinic just over a year ago and since then served over 490,000 hours which is equal to $21.4 million. Northam issued a proclamation saying the Commonwealth … Read more
With family and friends gathering over the holidays, the Virginia Department of Health reminds everyone to take steps to protect themselves, their friends and family, and the community from COVID-19 as the Omicron variant spreads. Officials say getting the COVID-19 vaccine along with booster shots for those already vaccinated is the best protection against Omicron … Read more
Applications are being acceepted for the State Fair of Virginia’s scholarship program. According to the Rappahannock Record those who exhibited beef cattle, sheep, meat goats or swine in the Youth Livestock Show at the 2021 State Fair are eligible to apply. There are also 2 youth development scholarship opportunities for participants in the 2021 livestock … Read more
Mark your calendar for Jan. 29 as that’s when the Gloucester-Mathews Humane Society will hold its “Phantom of the Shelter Gala and Auction”. This event will be virtual and tickets are now on sale. According to the Gazette-Journal the organization’s “Phantom of the Shelter Matching Gift Challenge” is under way with donations through Jan. 31 … Read more
St. Margaret’s School in Tappahannock is accepting applications for its Daingerfield Merit Scholarship Applicants can be new and returning day students in grades 8-12 who live in the Rappahannock Valley. The scholarship is funded by the Daingerfield Trust which was established by George W. Daingerfield, a friend of St. Margaret’s School. Applications are due January … Read more
Construction of a new apartment building in Kilmarnock is a step closer after the town’s planning commission recommends approving a rezoning application by the building’s developer. According to the Rappahannock Record the new building is proposed for Main St. across from the post office and it will have from 24 to 28 units with estimated … Read more
The 125th Tidewater Foundation Holly Ball takes place Dec. 28 at the Indian Creek Yacht and Country Club beginning at 7:00 p.m. According to the Southside Sentinel Queen Elizabeth Anne Kellum is preparing to preside over one of the area’s oldest Yuletide events. This year’s event will have 29 debutantes. The Ball will be open … Read more
The Essex County Airport Authority announces its proposed overall goal for its Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program for Tappahannock-Essex County Airport. The program is required in order for the airport to received federal financial assistance. The proposed goal is 14.71% for fiscal years 2020 through 2022. Officials say the public is welcome to comment on the … Read more
Business Facilities magazine named Virginia as the state of the year for Overall Business Climate. The commonwealth previously received the number one ranking by CNBC as the Best State for Business. Governor Ralph Northam says Virginia has a booming economy with record job creation, one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country and lower … Read more