Citizen activists recently chastised school officials, calling them negligent in policing nearly 70 out-of-county or border students that attend local public schools, claiming the cost to local taxpayers is nearly $750,000. However, local officials refuted statements made by members of the Concerned Citizens of Richmond County, citing a decades-old rule that has been on the school policy books since Richmond and Westmoreland Counties divided their school systems. “I have come
They say lighting never strikes the same spot twice, but officials in Richmond County are claiming just that after they announced last week the newest leader of the local public school system. On May 9, the Richmond County School Board formally declared the hiring of Dr. James “Greg” Smith to replace outgoing school superintendent Dr. Marilyn Barr. “When we interviewed him it became clear that he was the person that
County employees are crying foul after Richmond County’s supervisors last week placed themselves in charge of the jurisdiction’s entire hiring process. On May 10, District 2 Supervisor Jean Harper, citing increasing budgets and outdated or overlapping jobs, asked that the filling of any upcoming vacancy be reviewed and pre-approved by the board. “Our budget increases every year and in order to try to get some of the old spending under
With officials in Warsaw trying to plug holes in the water and sewer system budget, council members last week adopted a new policy that would force people to pay their overdue utility bills or be cut off from the system. “When a user of the [town’s] water and sewer system falls behind more than two billing cycles, or 60 days, it shall be the town policy to send a disconnect
As a dramatic regular season comes to an end, both teams that have a chance to clinch the district were scheduled to play each other twice in the final week. The road to this year’s Northern Neck regular season baseball title will conclude with the second of two games between Washington & Lee (W&L) and Essex on May 17. In Game one at W&L, Essex took a 4-3 win after
Staff reports A week ago the Rappahannock Softball Team clinched the district with a win over Northumberland. The team celebrated again going undefeated in the district with a shutout win over Colonial Beach. Excited about the accomplishment, Rappahannock Head Softball Coach Ellen Gaines said it’s good to get a break before making a run at winning the upcoming district tournament. “We talked about it after the game,” said Gaines. “Our
Trojans Varsity Baseball Team increase wins and chances for regular season title Staff reports The Essex Varsity Baseball Team continued to make its quest for a regular season district championship known defeating two more district opponents last week. In a rescheduled game last Wednesday, Essex defeated Colonial Beach in a rainy game 2-0. Essex pitcher Marcus Garner was the winning pitcher with a no-hitter. He allowed only one walk and
Hidden in their stands, the hunters were still. Eyes canvassing the forest, they patiently awaited the moment their prey would come into view. From early morning, the unique hunting group had been quietly anticipating the rare moment that a set of circumstances that would allow fate to land the perfect game in their direct path. Because for these men, there was no chase, no dogs braying and no climb to
With her brown ringlets bouncing and bright blue eyes wide with excitement, 9-year-old China Collins of Center Cross jumped up and down, clapping at the beautiful sight before her. “Pony! I wanna ride it,” she exclaimed, looking at the dainty tan and white equine in the walking ring. “I can’t wait! Pony, pony, pony!” With her infectious smile growing, China took the first few steps in a run towards the
The Richmond County Elementary School (RCES) SCA lead by its President, Rett Hillman, recently completed a service project entitled, “Operation Help the Haven.” The SCA organized the preparation of 100 tote bags filled with comfort items to be provided to children utilizing the Haven’s services during times of family crisis. Each tote includes age appropriate items such as toiletries, school supplies and journals for the older children and toiletries,
Now that the winds of March and the showers of April have come and gone, it is time for May flowers to take center stage at the Tappahannock Farmers Market set for Saturday, May 19, from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. at Cross Street and the Court House green. The theme this month will be flowers and there will be a special garden center area on Cross Street featuring beautiful
Some folks will come to RivahFest in downtown Tappahannock on June 16 to relax, shop, socialize and be entertained. But for those who really want to be a part of the action—and don’t mind working up a sweat—RivahFest has got you covered! Starting off the day at 8 a.m. is the RivahFest 5K Race, organized by the Tidewater Whitecaps Softball Association. The 5K is a new addition to RivahFest for
On Friday, May 25 Rappahannock Westminster-Canterbury will host its annual Labyrinth Walk. This meditative walk, in which participants proceed at their own pace through RWC’s outdoor labyrinth, will be held between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. on the RWC campus, 132 Lancaster Drive, Irvington. The event is free and open to the public; no reservations are required. According to Lauren Artress, a leader in the Labyrinth movement and author of
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They say lighting never strikes the same spot twice, but officials in
County employees are crying foul after Richmond County’s supervisors last week placed
As a dramatic regular season comes to an end, both teams that
Staff reports A week ago the Rappahannock Softball Team clinched the district
Hidden in their stands, the hunters were still. Eyes canvassing the forest,
With her brown ringlets bouncing and bright blue eyes wide with excitement,