So far a dozen candidates have tossed their hat into the ring to become Virginia’s next governor. The 7 Republicans and 5 Democrats include former Governor Terry McAuliffe who’s received an endorsement from Governor Ralph Northam. There are 8 Democrats running for lieutenant governor and 6 Republicans. The University of Virginia’s Larry Sabado says such … Read more
A heads up if you need to use Old Salem Road this Wednesday and Thursday. The road will be closed those 2 days just west of the entrance to Rappahannock Westminster-Canterbury between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. so work crews can replace a drainage pipe. A detour route will be in place … Read more
There’s a new scam making the rounds targeted at those who’ve received the COVID-19 vaccine. The Northumberland Echo reports the scammers send a text or e-mail that claims to be from vacccine maker Pfizer and asks the recipient to answer a survey. A prize or cash payment is offered as an incentive. Authorities say none … Read more
Mathews Main Street Committee introduced “Markets on Main,” a partner event to the Mathews Farmers Market and Bay School Artisan Markets taking place the 3rd Saturday of the month. This collaborative event which kicks off on Saturday features vendor markets all around Main Street, a food truck, and live entertainment. The Gloucester/Mathews House and Garden … Read more
Middlesex Elementary School in Locust Hill is a step closer to getting a heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems upgrade. The Southside Sentinel reports the Middlesex County Board of Supervisors approved the nearly $1.7 million project with Honeywell Industries as recommended by the Middlesex County School Board. The district’s consulting engineers determed that doing the … Read more
A barbecue dinner fundraiser to benefit the Deltaville Community Association pool is scheduled for May 1 at the DCA building on General Puller Highway from noon until 2:00 p.m. The Southside Sentinel reports the event being held as part of National BBQ Day includes one pound of barbecue, one pint of coleslaw, one pint of … Read more
The Lancaster Community Library in Kilmarnock is hosting an exhibit by RAL Art Center award-winning watercolorists Ellen Huddy and Barbara Kershner. According to the Rappahannock Record the exhibit offers insight into each artist’s creative vision and reflection on the value of the art classes provided by RAL Art Center. Both joined the Center to take … Read more
The investigation is continuing into the death of a 30-year-old Gloucester woman whose body was found in a wooded area near Fox Mill Run. According to the Daily Press Ashley Cerasole was last seen on Dec. 3 after leaving the Cary Avenue Adult Home and authorties located her body around 7 weeks later. The Sheriff’s … Read more
Lancaster County vehicle owners may be paying more in property tax to fund upgrades to broadband internet service. The Rappahannock Record reports the board unanimously approved a motion to raise the vehicle property tax from $2.04 per $100 to $3.75. The additional tax could also be used to cover increase health insurance costs and to … Read more
Virginia is among 15 states participating in a two-day “Drive To Save Lives” traffic safety initiative along Interstate 95. Today and tomorrow State Police will be dedicating additional patrol resources to traffic safety enforcement. With increased patrols, State Police also remind drivers of Virginia’s “Move Over” law, which requires motorists to move over when approaching … Read more