Tidewater Review

Just before restrictions take effect, New Kent votes to use speed-camera money for tax rebates

New Kent County will use money from its lucrative speed camera program on Interstate 64 to give a real estate tax rebate to homeowners, as well as to public safety projects.

Signs along Interstate 64 in New Kent County warn motorists that their speed is being monitored by cameras. (Kim O'Brien Root/Staff)

Corgis take off while racing during opening weekend at Colonial Downs in New Kent on Saturday. (Kendall Warner/The Virginian-Pilot)

Corgi chaos: Corgi races help Colonial Downs open summer season

Abeni Smith, 8, left, and Ashriel Smith, 6, of Gloucester, get ready to run the 18th Annual Chesty Puller Memorial Twin Bridge 10K on June 20. (Town of West Point)

West Point’s annual Chesty Puller race draws largest numbers to date

Traffic is backed up on I-64 West in Norfolk prior to the Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel on Friday, June 6, 2025. AAA expects more than 2 million Virginians to travel 50 miles or more this July 4th holiday. (Kendall Warner / The Virginian-Pilot)

Want to beat July 4th traffic? Here are the best times to hit the road.

By Trevor Metcalfe

July 1, 2026 at 12:37 p.m.

AAA is projecting 2.13 million Virginia residents will travel during the July Fourth holiday.

King William pays $70,000 IRS penalty as staff tries to straighten financial records

By David Macaulay

June 29, 2026 at 2:39 p.m.

King William County has been plagued with years of accounting issues, and its fiscal year...

In an aerial view, various data centers are shown situated near a neighborhood on July 17, 2024, in Ashburn, Virginia. (Nathan Howard/Getty Images North America/TNS)

King William continues to seek feedback about data center ordinance

By David Macaulay

June 29, 2026 at 1:41 p.m.

King William County residents are encouraged to respond to an online survey about technology uses...

X-rays revealed that Fred had 10 to 20 BBs embedded throughout his body, which the veterinarian said appeared to be consistent with buckshot, the post continued. (New Kent Sheriff's Office Animal Protection)

Dog with untreated broken legs found in New Kent; sheriff seeks information

By David Macaulay

June 29, 2026 at 10:47 a.m.

Deputies are seeking information on where Fred came from and the identity of his owner.

Jaime Torres rides to victory aboard Incredibolt at the Virginia Derby on March 14 at Colonial Downs in New Kent County. (Coady Media)

Colonial Downs kicks off summer season on Thursday

By David Macaulay

June 23, 2026 at 10:52 a.m.

Colonial Downs will have more than 11 weeks of racing each Thursday through Sunday until...

King William names new school superintendent

By David Macaulay

June 22, 2026 at 12:51 p.m.

Darrell Pankratz’s appointment follows the retirement of Charles "Chuck" Wagner after three years at the...

Amazon plans to build a 1-million-plus-square-foot distribution center in New Kent County. (Octavio Jones/Getty Images)

Amazon to build distribution center in New Kent County

By David Macaulay

June 16, 2026 at 11:11 a.m.

The 211 exit in New Kent has seen rapid development in recent years. A traffic...

Dedicating the St. Stephens Church pantry on June 2 include Jesse Kelley with the King and Queen Library; Jay Richardson Grebe, executive director of Just Harvest; Brooklyn Fortune; Ashley Senegal, Just Harvest’s project lead and resource coordinator; Ellen Yackel, outgoing executive director of The Haven; and Diane Varner (incoming director of The Haven. (Ashley Senegal)

King and Queen opens free food pantries in area; more to come

By David Macaulay

June 16, 2026 at 10:14 p.m.

The pantry, which stocks basic necessities, has opened at a time when families across Virginia's...

New Kent explores how to use I-64 speed camera revenue, including potential tax rebates

By David Macaulay

June 16, 2026 at 8:32 a.m.

Supervisor Thomas Evelyn suggested a way to return money to residents who will see a...

New Kent High’s baseball team is shown with its second state championship trophy in three seasons after it beat Turner Ashby 8-3 on Saturday in Abingdon. Trevor Ronan

New Kent wins second baseball state championship in four seasons

By Marty O'Brien

June 15, 2026 at 10:03 p.m.

New Kent's baseball win is the best run of success for a Bay Rivers District...

King & Queen Schools announces administrative changes

By David Macaulay

June 15, 2026 at 2:54 p.m.

Jennifer Eddy, the principal of Central High School, has been appointed as the division’s new...

The Rappahannock Tribe is arguing that the transfer of residual water could harm river quality and aquatic species in the Mattaponi, a river that flows through King William and King and Queen counties and the town of West Point. (Rob Ostermaier/Consociate Media)

Rappahannock Tribe’s fight against plan to take 9 million gallons of river water gets boost

By David Macaulay

June 16, 2026 at 10:20 a.m.

In a separate action, a public hearing will be held at the Virginia Marine Resources...

King William lets go of its high school principal, athletic director

By David Macaulay

June 10, 2026 at 1:03 p.m.

The division is parting company with Ashley Ward, the King William High School principal, and...

King & Queen to hold public meeting on new elementary school

By David Macaulay

June 10, 2026 at 9:50 p.m.

Grimm+Parker will present the latest updates related to the site plan and construction of the...

Only 50% of I-64 speed camera fines being paid, New Kent sheriff says

By David Macaulay

June 9, 2026 at 10:06 p.m.

New legislation that goes into effect July 1 means that violators may not be able...

In the 1950s, the "historic" New Kent School was the white school. About 15% of the county’s Black students used freedom of choice to attend the white school before New Kent resident Calvin Green sued to challenge the status quo. File photo

New Kent’s Juneteenth celebration will highlight civil rights case

By David Macaulay

June 9, 2026 at 10:08 p.m.

On Saturday, two of the 33 Black students involved in a landmark Supreme Court 60...

The Upper King William Library had a soft opening in May and is partially operational until the grand opening in July. (Eugene Campbell)

Upper King William Library opens at last, celebration planned for July

By David Macaulay

June 8, 2026 at 10:13 p.m.

The library, in the county’s former parks and recreation building, will become fully operational at...

New Kent High School graduate Christian Joyner gets a hug after graduating on May 21 at the Henrico Sports and Events Center. (Courtesy/New Kent County Public Schools)

‘Your story is just beginning’: New Kent High School graduates 245

By Kim O'Brien Root

June 3, 2026 at 3:05 p.m.

New Kent High School graduated 245 students on May 21 at Henrico Sports and Events...

Members of Central High School's Class of 2026 take a selfie on graduation day. (Courtesy/King and Queen County Public Schools)

Central High grads urged to be courageous and kind

By David Macaulay

June 3, 2026 at 2:47 p.m.

The King and Queen County high school awarded 41 diplomas at its commencement ceremony on...

A sign in New Kent County. (Amy Jo Martin/For The Tidewater Review)

New Kent County adopts $271 million budget: What’s included

By David Macaulay

June 3, 2026 at 2:42 p.m.

The new real estate rate of 58 cents per $100 is a 4-cent increase over...

King William wants citizen input on data center ordinance, community issues

By David Macaulay

June 1, 2026 at 2:35 p.m.

The county published two surveys on its website, including a request for responses to the...

The speed cameras on Interstate 64 in New Kent County have netted the county almost $7 million in revenue since the program began last summer. (Kim O'Brien Root/The Tidewater Review)

New Kent I-64 speed cameras netted county nearly $7M since their inception last summer

By David Macaulay

June 2, 2026 at 10:51 a.m.

Drivers receive a violation fine of $100 in the mail for speeds of 11 mph...

Virginia Native American tribes have united to keep the site of Chief Powhatan's birthplace accessible "as a place of power, remembrance and ceremony.” Pictured are tribal chiefs from the Rappahannock, Upper Mattaponi, Mattaponi and Pamunkey tribes. (The Rappahannock Tribe)

The birthplace of Chief Powhatan — the father of Pocahontas — on 2026 list of most endangered places

By David Macaulay

May 27, 2026 at 9:34 a.m.

The site — located on the north bank of the James River downstream from present...

The Pamunkey Indian Tribe recently closed on the sale of Windsor Shades, a 13-acre property along the Pamunkey River centered on a manor house dating to the mid-18th century. (Ben Swenson/For The Tidewater Review)

Pamunkey Tribe buys historic Virginia estate, considers turning it into a B&B

By Ben Swenson

May 26, 2026 at 10:06 p.m.

The tribe recently closed on the sale of Windsor Shades, a 13-acre property along the...

Class of 2026 urged to ‘draw from the strength and resilience’ of West Point

By Kim O'Brien Root

May 25, 2026 at 4:43 p.m.

West Point High School graduated 71 members of the Class of 2026 on Friday. Collectively,...

Diascund Park Reservoir, which is operated jointly by Newport News, James City County and the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources. (File photo)

New Kent man dies after falling off his boat while fishing

By David Macaulay

May 25, 2026 at 12:33 p.m.

Dalton B. Dunlap had been fishing when he apparently fell off his boat.

Wake Forest running back Demond Claiborne hauls in a pass for a touchdown against North Carolina State during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Raleigh, N.C., Saturday, Oct. 5, 2024. (AP Photo/Karl B DeBlaker, File)

Former KW high school player honored after being chosen for NFL draft

By David Macaulay

May 25, 2026 at 10:44 a.m.

King William celebrated Demond Claiborne’s success this month when he returned to the county and...

New Kent's planning commission is recommending that the Board of Supervisors not approve a new development near Pine Fork Park. File photo

Planning commission recommends against 259-home development in New Kent

By David Macaulay

May 25, 2026 at 1:31 p.m.

Planning commissioners said they didn't see the proposed development as a feasible way for growth...

King William agrees to add more firefighters, deputies in budget

By David Macaulay

June 1, 2026 at 12:02 p.m.

The county administrator presented a new budget option to fund five new deputies, three new...

King William County's three Indian tribes are worried that data centers would harm the county's rivers. (Daily Press file)

King William tribes say data centers could harm county rivers

By David Macaulay

May 20, 2026 at 11:54 p.m.

King William County's three Indian tribes are worried about the effects data centers could have...

A New Kent couple’s bid to open up the county’s first “glampground” failed before the Board of Supervisors last week amid concerns over potential conflicts between hunters and guests. (File photo)

New Kent turns down request to set up county’s first ‘glampground’

By David Macaulay

May 18, 2026 at 10:00 p.m.

The Board of Supervisors voted unanimously to deny a permit that would have allowed the...

New Kent plans to adopt proposed $277M budget next week. Here’s what’s included.

By David Macaulay

May 18, 2026 at 10:03 p.m.

The Board of Supervisors also deferred a decision on the construction procurement method for a...

A sign giving directions to New Kent County Public Schools. (Kim O'Brien Root/The Tidewater Review)

New Kent addresses planned loss of out-of-zone school bus service

By David Macaulay

May 13, 2026 at 1:16 p.m.

School Board Chair Ron Vaught said he'd like to see the school system widen its...

Jessica Stewart was appointed to fill the vacated school board position held by Keith Pagano. (New Kent County Public Schools)

New Kent School Board appoints former teacher to fill vacated position

By David Macaulay

May 12, 2026 at 12:37 p.m.

Jessica Stewart was appointed to fill the vacated school board position held by Keith Pagano.

Town of West Point passes $28.5M budget with no tax increases

By David Macaulay

May 11, 2026 at 12:01 p.m.

The budget for FY2027 will contain $7.5 million for town operations, $5.3 million to West...

Proposal for new event venue in New Kent passes planning commission

By David Macaulay

May 9, 2026 at 1:34 p.m.

The proposed event venue will be considered by the New Kent Board of Supervisors on...

New Kent County Sheriff's Office car. Courtesy of New Kent County Sheriff's Office

Portsmouth man accused of driving over 150 mph in New Kent

By David Macaulay

May 11, 2026 at 10:39 a.m.

The New Kent Sheriff’s Office arrested a Portsmouth man who is accused of driving more...

Second King William library hoping for a soft opening at the end of the month

By David Macaulay

May 9, 2026 at 1:37 p.m.

A soft opening will be held at the new library in the former county Parks...

New Kent Fire Chief Rick Opett requested funds to purchase two new fire trucks because of deteriorating equipment. (Courtesy/New Kent County)

Amid costly mechanical issues, New Kent agrees to purchase new fire trucks

By David Macaulay

May 5, 2026 at 9:05 a.m.

New Kent’s fire apparatus situation has “continued to deteriorate at a very fast pace," the...

Kim William County Administrator Derek Stamey’s recommended budget does not fund requests for nine fire and EMS positions. (Tidewater Review file)

King William public safety leaders stress need for new positions

By David Macaulay

May 4, 2026 at 3:17 p.m.

KING WILLIAM — King William County’s budget calculations have changed over a month, but first...

New Kent hires new county attorney, who made history as Williamsburg council’s youngest member

By David Macaulay

May 4, 2026 at 1:29 p.m.

Former Williamsburg City Council member Benming “Benny” Zhang was named as New Kent County's attorney.

King William's Ray Carter is part of an effort to improve relationships between hunters and landowners. (Ray Carter)

King William man hopes to improve relationships between hunters and landowners

By David Macaulay

April 29, 2026 at 1:50 p.m.

Ray Carter is trying to improvement the relationship between landowners and hunters in King William...

Jason and Katrina Whitehead want to invite campers to their farm on Old Roxbury Road by setting up high-end tents. (Courtesy/Melanie Banks-Biggins)

New Kent couple seeks to open ‘glampground’ on their farm

By David Macaulay

April 29, 2026 at 8:41 a.m.

A couple is seeking a conditional use permit for a “glamping” experience with agrotourism activities...

King & Queen faces 3-cent real estate tax increase in proposed budget

By David Macaulay

May 9, 2026 at 1:41 p.m.

The proposed budget accounts for county operations, including schools, and several capital projects, including the...

FILE – High-voltage transmission lines provide electricity to data centers in Ashburn in Loudon County, Virginia, on July 16, 2023. (AP Photo/Ted Shaffrey, File)

New Kent leaders struggle with how to approach data centers

By David Macaulay

April 25, 2026 at 9:34 a.m.

Although New Kent County has yet to receive a proposal for a data center, a...

Residents in some localities have posted signs such as this one in Chesapeake against data centers. A measure to approve a 350-square-foot center in the city failed last year. (Stephen M. Katz/The Virginian-Pilot)

King William puts data center policy on hold

By David Macaulay

June 1, 2026 at 2:32 p.m.

Under the new ordinance, King William would be the “least restrictive” locality compared with nearby...

A development of 88 residential units with a marina to hold up to 120 boat slips is coming to West Point in the next few years. (File photo)

Marina community in West Point getting closer to reality

By David Macaulay

April 21, 2026 at 9:00 a.m.

A development of 88 residential units with a marina to hold up to 120 boat...

The new New Kent Post Office opened in September 2021 thanks to former supervisor Patricia Paige's efforts. (Courtesy/New Kent County)

Wittman passes bill to rename New Kent post office after former supervisor

By David Macaulay

April 20, 2026 at 8:42 p.m.

Patricia Paige died of cancer in 2023 after decades of public service in the county.

Explore seven Colonial Williamsburg gardens featuring plants from the 18th century during this year’s Historic Garden Week. (Courtesy/Joyce Feder)

Historic Garden Week: Explore beauty, history of Hampton Roads with exclusive tours

By Yana Ginburg

April 15, 2026 at 9:15 a.m.

The annual tour of homes and gardens starts April 18. Here's a preview.

King William administrator attempts to ‘stop the bleed’ with proposed budget

By David Macaulay

April 14, 2026 at 9:00 a.m.

The proposed budget of just over $41 million for fiscal year 2027 leaves no money...

NK board chairman resigns, special election to fill seat

By David Macaulay

April 13, 2026 at 4:23 p.m.

The School Board agreed April 7 to set up a special election to fill Keith...

The town of West Point will collect spring clean-up items until April 20.

West Point council approves lease that would spruce up outdated gun range

By David Macaulay

April 13, 2026 at 2:36 p.m.

Stanley Wood, one of three veterans who set up Fulcrum Concepts LLC in Mattaponi, said...

The Virginia Press Association awards banquet was held Saturday, April 11, 2026, at The Virginian Lynchburg hotel in downtown Lynchburg. (Sean Kennedy/The Virginian-Pilot)

Virginian-Pilot, other Virginia Media papers win more than 70 awards at state journalism contest

By Sean Kennedy

April 13, 2026 at 5:16 p.m.

Virginia Media, which includes The Virginian-Pilot, Daily Press, The Virginia Gazette and Tidewater Review, won...

This year's garden tour in Williamsburg will be confined to the Historic Area, featuring six gardens and five historic properties or buildings. (Williamsburg Garden Club)

Gardens gear up across Virginia for Historic Garden Week

By Alison Johnson

April 9, 2026 at 11:51 a.m.

Tours in Williamsburg, Gloucester-Mathews and the Middle Peninsula are among 29 programs statewide running from...

King William officials wrestle over how to balance budget

By David Macaulay

April 6, 2026 at 2:57 p.m.

The county’s revenues of $38.9 million compared to requested expenditures of $41.1 million for FY27...

Mattaponi Chief Mark Custalow, from left, Pamunkey Chief Kevin Brown, Upper Mattaponi Chief Frank Adams and former Upper Mattaponi Chief Ken Adams unveil a marker April 4 that recognizes Indigenous tribes' efforts. (Gene Campbell)

King William dedicates new marker that recognizes Indigenous tribes

By David Macaulay

April 6, 2026 at 1:36 p.m.

The marker highlights the perseverance of Virginia’s Indigenous peoples who struggled against a 20th-century state...

Bay Transit's microtransit service is an app-based system modeled after Uber or Lyft. (Courtesy/Bay Transit)

Bay Transit formally launches rideshare-style service in New Kent

By David Macaulay

April 6, 2026 at 11:48 a.m.

Microtransit is an app-based system modeled after Uber or Lyft.

King William audit completion delayed to end of June

By David Macaulay

April 13, 2026 at 4:48 p.m.

The county hired new auditors last year amid concerns over the operation of the finance...

Sweet Goldy and her floppy ears are available for adoption at the Regional Animal Shelter in King William. (Regional Animal Shelter)

‘This is the moment that matters’: Regional Animal Shelter makes plea to empty its full kennels

By Kim O'Brien Root

March 30, 2026 at 6:45 p.m.

The Friends of King William Animal Shelter is sponsoring adoptions for $20 through Saturday to...

New Kent administrator lowers real estate tax hike in proposed budget

By David Macaulay

March 30, 2026 at 2:19 p.m.

Rodney Hathaway presented a new plan to peg the real estate tax increase to 4...

A map of the Sweet Sue Solar facility in King William County. (File photo)

King William solar facility should open by year’s end, 2 years off schedule

By David Macaulay

March 30, 2026 at 1:28 p.m.

The solar farm is expected to be supplying electricity to the grid and local electricity...

The West Point branch of the King William libraries, pictured here, has been the county’s sole library since last year. Kim O'Brien Root/Tidewater Review

Upper King William library now eyeing May opening

By David Macaulay

March 23, 2026 at 1:31 p.m.

The renovation of the county’s former parks and recreation building is close to completion.

Fulcrum Concepts wants to improve an old firing range in order to test the three-barrel, 50-caliber Gatling gun. (Fulcrum Concepts LCC)

Weapons manufacturer wants to use old firing range in Mattaponi to test machine guns

By David Macaulay

March 23, 2026 at 11:59 a.m.

The company that manufactures the Gatling gun wants to revamp a nearby firing range to...

King William continues to look for ways to avoid budget deficit

By David Macaulay

March 19, 2026 at 1:07 p.m.

The county expects revenues of $38.9 million compared to expenditures of $40.7 million.

The new school will be a replacement for the old King and Queen Elementary School, which has been closed due to structural deficiencies. (Courtesy/King & Queen Public Schools)

New King & Queen elementary school expected to open in fall 2028

By David Macaulay

March 19, 2026 at 1:06 p.m.

King and Queen County is moving forward with plans to construct a new elementary school...

Now that an Interstate 64 intersection is fully funded, Buc-ee's should be on track to open in 2029. (Amy Drew Thompson/Orlando Sentinel)

I-64 intersection is now fully funded, paves the way to Buc-ee’s opening in 2029

By David Macaulay

March 17, 2026 at 11:56 a.m.

Now that a new Interstate 64 intersection is fully funded, Buc-ee's should be on track...

Included in the proposed New Kent County budget is $2.1 million for 11 new positions in the sheriff's office, which would be funded from income generated from the Interstate 64 speed cameras. (Kim O'Brien Root/Tidewater Review)

Proposed New Kent budget raises real estate taxes to fund new courthouse, school

By David Macaulay

March 16, 2026 at 4:04 p.m.

In the proposed budget, the sheriff’s office would receive an extra $2.1 million for 10...

Amy Rush, a guidance counselor at West Point Public Schools and Key Club sponsor; Helen Williams, president of Kiwanis Club of the Tri-Rivers; Kiwanis teen of the year Quinn Agnew; and School Superintendent Larry Frazier. (Kiwanis Club of the Tri-Rivers)

West Point High student named Kiwanis’ teen of the year

By David Macaulay

March 16, 2026 at 1:29 p.m.

Thomas “Quinn” Agnew received the award for service leadership and his prowess as an athlete,...

In an aerial view, an Amazon Web Services data center is shown situated near single-family homes on July 17, 2024 in Stone Ridge, Virginia. (Nathan Howard/Getty Images North America/TNS)

New Kent County says it will be transparent as it considers guidelines for potential data centers

By David Macaulay

March 10, 2026 at 8:41 a.m.

The county says it is taking a “proactive approach” to future data center proposals and...

After this weekend's Virginia Derby, the summer racing season runs from June 25 through Sept. 7, for a total of 48 days of live racing. (Colonial Downs)

Colonial Downs gears up for the Virginia Derby this weekend

By Kim O'Brien Root

March 10, 2026 at 10:15 a.m.

After Saturday's Virginia Derby, the summer racing season runs from June 25 through Sept. 7,...

King William Schools superintendent to retire after three years with county

By David Macaulay

March 9, 2026 at 3:29 p.m.

KING WILLIAM — King William Public Schools Superintendent Charles A. "Chuck" Wagner announced he will...

The new 10,000-square-feet animal shelter and includes a dedicated animal entry room, a fenced dog patio, accommodations for reptiles, birds and other exotic animals, a cat colony room, indoor and outdoor runs for animals. a livestock paddock and a dog park. (New Kent County Sheriff's Office Animal Protection)

New Kent to celebrate opening of $5.3 million animal shelter

By David Macaulay

March 9, 2026 at 3:02 p.m.

The grand opening of the J. Joseph McLaughlin Jr. Animal Shelter, named after a former...

In this undated photo provided by Dalaine Bradley, Ahmad Waller, 11, Zion Waller, 10, and Drew Waller, 7, left to right, study during homeschooling, in Raleigh, N.C.

Virginia homeschooling up nearly 50% since 2020

By Anna Bryson

March 4, 2026 at 2:45 p.m.

More than 66,000 of Virginia’s K-12 students are now educated at home — nearly 50%...

West Point probably won’t have to raise taxes next fiscal year, town manager says

By David Macaulay

March 9, 2026 at 3:30 p.m.

West Point is facing a possible budget shortfall of just over $400,000 as it considers...

The New Kent Board of Supervisors will consider a daycare busing issue during a budget retreat on March 13. Dreamstime/Dreamstime/TNS

New Kent school officials mull options for busing to day care facilities

By David Macaulay

March 3, 2026 at 9:04 a.m.

The New Kent Board of Supervisors will consider a day care busing issue during its...

The Colonial Downs racetrack, one of the largest revenue generators in the county, has been suffering from low water pressure on the upper floors of the grandstands. A nearby water tank would alleviate that problem. (Tidewater Review file)

New Kent leaders approve water tank, stall on water line project

By David Macaulay

March 2, 2026 at 3:01 p.m.

Public Utilities Director Mike Lang warned that deferring the Route 249 pipeline for another year...

King William’s new administrator to start next week

By David Macaulay

March 2, 2026 at 2:01 p.m.

King William County’s new county administrator will officially start work on March 9.

A truck travels by a photo-enforced school zone warning sign in the 3500 block of Pruden Boulevard prior to Nansemond-Suffolk Academy in Suffolk in October 2025. (Kendall Warner/The Virginian-Pilot)

‘I am appalled’: Here’s how much money Virginia cities, counties made from speed cameras last year

By Peter Dujardin

February 25, 2026 at 4:11 p.m.

The deployment of speed cameras across Virginia — and the money that cities and counties...

New Kent proposes data center application process that omits public hearings

By David Macaulay

February 23, 2026 at 1:17 p.m.

The county is considering guidelines that would point data centers to an area of the...

West Point facing budget shortfall for next fiscal year

By David Macaulay

February 23, 2026 at 11:52 a.m.

Assistant Town Manager Steve Hudgins detailed expected expenses of $12.2 million against revenues of $11.7...

The Wawa in King William County is scheduled to open on Thursday. (Kim O'Brien Root/The Virginia Gazette)

Long-awaited Wawa to open in King William this week

By David Macaulay

February 18, 2026 at 2:48 p.m.

The first 100 customers will receive free “Wawa Grand Opening Tour in the USA” T-shirts...

‘New look for new era’: Colonial Downs rebrands for 2026 race season

By David Macaulay

February 17, 2026 at 10:14 a.m.

The 2026 racing season includes the Virginia Derby meet from March 12-14 and then 45...

New Kent mulls borrowing for infrastructure, sets public hearing

By David Macaulay

February 16, 2026 at 1:57 p.m.

The county will hold a public hearing on March 9 to discuss whether to borrow...

West Point Public Schools Superintendent Larry Frazier, left, with Sean Klaver, a history and government teacher at West Point Middle/High School, who was named division teacher of the year. (Courtesy/ West Point Public Schools)

History teacher is West Point’s top teacher of the year

By David Macaulay

February 16, 2026 at 1:02 p.m.

Sean Klaver, a history and government teacher at West Point Middle/High School, is West Point's...

King William looks to expand recreational opportunities

By David Macaulay

February 11, 2026 at 11:05 a.m.

Citizens have pledged financial backing and donated services for the project that would provide two...

Archer is one of the hounds currently available for adoption at the Regional Animal Shelter in King William County. (Courtesy/Regional Animal Shelter)

King William considers how to deal with abandoned hunting dogs

By David Macaulay

February 11, 2026 at 11:33 a.m.

Hunt clubs in rural Virginia want to set up a fund to reward citizens who...

Fourth and fifth grade students at George W. Watkins Elementary School in New Kent play in the snow and ice while waiting for the bus one day last week. (Courtesy/New Kent County Public Schools)

Schools navigate through weeks of cold winter weather

By David Macaulay

February 9, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.

Freezing temperatures meant many roads in King William and King and Queen counties remained hazardous...

Residents pose at the LOVEworks sign at the King and Queen County Public Library. (King and Queen County)

LOVE sign still coming to King William, but in different location

By David Macaulay

February 9, 2026 at 12:32 p.m.

The LOVE sign will now be placed on county-owned property between the fire tower and...

The Rappahannock Tribe has filed a legal challenge to Caroline County’s plans to withdraw up to nine million gallons of water a day from the Rappahannock River and transfer it to the Mattaponi River, (Courtesy/Rappahannock Tribal Center)

Rappahannock Tribe challenges water withdrawal plan

By David Macaulay

February 5, 2026 at 1:51 p.m.

Indian tribes and officials from neighboring authorities, including King William County, have expressed concern about...

New Kent water infrastructure needs more investment, report indicates

By David Macaulay

February 5, 2026 at 1:49 p.m.

Public Utilities Director Mike Lang said he wants New Kent to avoid the water supply...

This map shows the forecast for light snow Wednesday evening into early Thursday morning. (Courtesy/National Weather Service in Wakefield)

Snow possible in parts of Hampton Roads tonight

By Macy Friend

February 4, 2026 at 4:03 p.m.

Forecasters are calling for more snow in Hampton Roads this week.

King William Library’s second branch likely won’t open until May

By David Macaulay

February 2, 2026 at 1:43 p.m.

KING WILLIAM — The new Upper King William branch library may not open until May,...

Snow and Ice blanket the ground outside Central High School in King and Queen County. (Courtesy/Carol B. Carter)

Snow and ice closed schools in Central Virginia, but learning continued

By David Macaulay

February 2, 2026 at 1:10 p.m.

School divisions used remote learning to minimize lost academic time when snow and icy conditions...

Demonstrators gather outside the Hanover County Administration Building to voice opposition to a proposed ICE detention facility, that would be located along Lakeridge Parkway in Ashland, during a Board of Supervisors meeting on Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026. (Kendall Warner/The Virginian-Pilot)

Hanover warehouse owner pulls out of potential Virginia ICE facility deal

By Kate Seltzer

January 30, 2026 at 5:03 p.m.

The company, Jim Pattison Developments, put out a statement Friday afternoon saying the deal would...

Demonstrators gather outside the Hanover County Administration Building to voice opposition to a proposed ICE detention facility, which would be located along Lakeridge Parkway in Ashland, during a Board of Supervisors meeting on Wednesday. (Kendall Warner/The Virginian-Pilot)

Hanover County leaders oppose proposed Virginia ICE facility

By Emma Rose Brown

January 29, 2026 at 5:24 p.m.

The supervisors made clear that their opposition was not political in nature and encouraged DHS...

Maude and her single puppy are being cared for by the New Kent County Sheriff's Office Animal Protection Unit. (New Kent Sheriff's Office Animal Protection)

Injured hound found in New Kent County gives birth to single puppy

By Kim O'Brien Root

January 27, 2026 at 10:16 a.m.

The community raised thousands of dollars for medical treatment after the dog, who has since...

West Point seeking feedback as it develops new comprehensive plan

By David Macaulay

January 26, 2026 at 3:07 p.m.

The town is also asking residents to complete a survey before March 1.

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