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Jim Icenhour, Vice Chair of the Board of Supervisors, Featured on This Week in James City County
Board of Supervisors Vice Chair and Jamestown District Representative Jim Icenhour joins us on the podcast this week to discuss the future of Williamsburg-James City County Schools, the proposed government center and growth. Check it out and let us know what you think. We will be back with our miniseries...
Robert A. Pahl, 93, of James City County
Robert A. Pahl, 93, of James City County, entered eternal rest at his home on June 6th, 2024. He is preceded in death by the love of his life, Geri and his beloved daughter, Cindy. He is survived by his son and daughter, Raymond and Mia; daughter-in-law, Kim; grandchildren, Stacey,...
Briefs: Lester Group acquisition; Academic honors; P&HCC basketball coach named; Appalachian files to reduce rate
The Lester Group announced an expansion of its businesses with the addition of Custom Builder Supply Co., a brand in Williamsburg and James City County. This acquisition was effective June 3 and strengthens The Lester Group’s presence in the Virginia building supply market, a press release states. “Custom Builder...
The Lester Group Acquires Custom Builder Supply Company
The Lester Group has acquired Custom Builder Supply Company, which operates in Williamsburg, Va., and James City County in Virginia. “Custom Builder Supply has built a great brand in Williamsburg, Va., and James City County over the past nearly forty years,” Jay Dickens, CEO of The Lester Group, said. “Our company operates five other building supply locations and is very excited to join with the outstanding people at CBS. We strongly believe in the role of the independent lumber yard and the decisions of our store management are always made closest to the customer.”
From Farm to Market: Toano Open Air Market
TOANO — Saturday mornings at Toano Open Air Market start on the quaint farm owned by Maureen Anderson and her husband, Arnthor Magnusson. Arnthor and Maureen met five years ago. Arnthor, who is from Iceland, was still a deep sea fisherman, working between Norway and Russia but, had come...
The Lester Group acquires Custom Building Supply
The Lester Group has announced an expansion of its businesses with the addition of Custom Builder Supply Company, a well-respected brand in Williamsburg, VA, and James City County. This strategic move was effective June 3, 2024, and strengthens The Lester Group’s presence in the Virginia building supply market. As...
Furry Friends Feature: Hit the Trails this Summer
The Heritage Humane Society is encouraging area dog owners to buddy up with Fido this summer for some outdoor adventures along the trails throughout James City County parks. Through the shelter’s Fido Field Trips and dog foster programs, those pet lovers without dogs can even get in on the fun.
Weekend Sporting Events to Impact James City County Parks and Roadways
JAMESTOWN — The Jamestown Olympic and Jamestown Sprint Triathlons take place on Saturday, June 8 and Sunday, June 9. According to James City County, motorists may encounter delays on the following roadways:. Jamestown Road. Greensprings Road. Route 5 (John Tyler Highway) Motorists are asked to use caution, follow traffic...
Thanking nurses and teachers
Members of the Williamsburg Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., paid tribute to school nurses in commemoration of National Nurses Week, acknowledging their compassion and care in a school setting. The school selection was done randomly and represented schools in the chapter’s service areas of James City, York and Gloucester counties. Here, chapter members Alisha Talley, at left, and Mary Stewart are shown with Gloucester High School nurse Carol Tassone. Sorority members also expressed their gratitude and honored teachers’ dedication and hard work during Teacher Appreciation Week. Under the theme, “Teachers Plant Seeds That Grow Forever,” teachers at Lafayette High School, Magruder Elementary School, and Gloucester High School were recognized. As a token of the chapter’s appreciation, gifts were given, including Cookie Text, Uncle Dave’s Kettle Korn, and Panera Breakfast.
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