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Revolutionary Shore – July 4, 1774
On this very day, 250 years ago . . . As colonial leaders called for a meeting in Philadelphia, British-born James Tait walked the sandy shores of Northampton County with a dream. The recently arrived engineer/surveyor was certain he could make a fortune in the production of salt. Salt was much more than a tasty flavoring–it was an essential food preservative and necessary for livestock. Tait saw the Shore’s salty waters as an ideal resource and advertised for subscribers to help him construct a salt works there. He envisioned pans along the shoreline where saltwater would be collected and then processed to produce the “daily and necessary indispensable of life.” Virginia leaders wanted Tait to succeed so the colony would not be so dependent on salt imports from Great Britain and the West Indies. James Tait was not the first salt maker on the Shore, nor would he be the last.
‘A way to honor his memory;’ Mother becomes grief coach after losing son
CHESTERFIELD, Va. (WWBT) - A Chesterfield mother is dedicating her life to helping others after the unexpected loss of her only child. “I believe my story is somebody else’s solution to the problem. Or, if their question is, can I do it? How can I do it? How can I manage?” said Lynn Lewis.
Hometown History: Digging for native history at Naval Weapons Station Yorktown
YORKTOWN, Va. — YORKTOWN, Va. - Early this summer students from William & Mary and Flagler College attended an archaeology field school at Naval Weapons Station Yorktown. And I was invited on base to check out the dig site. "We are looking for evidence of people living here a...
Dorchester council introduces charter amendment resolutions
CAMBRIDGE — The Dorchester County Council has introduced eight resolutions that could ultimately result in changes to the county charter if the resolutions are passed and county residents vote for the changes in November. On March 5, the Dorchester County Charter Review Committee gave a presentation on its recommended changes to the county charter. Later that month, the council held an open comment period for residents to comment on the recommended changes. ...
Dorchester County Council president, VP thank Board of Education leadership after resignations
CAMBRIDGE — Dorchester County Council President Lenny Pfeffer and Vice President Mike Detmer thanked Mike Diaz and Susan Morgan for their service on the Dorchester County Board of Education at a council meeting on July 2. At the end of the council meeting, Pfeffer thanked the board members. "Greatly appreciate (Diaz) and Dr. Morgan for the time that they did for the community," he said. ...
The City of Fredericksburg has been placed under a Heat Advisory
The City of Fredericksburg has been placed under a Heat Advisory today, Thursday, July 4th, from Noon to 8pm and tomorrow, Friday, July 5th, from Noon to 8pm. We are also under a Code Orange Air Quality Alert. The combination of air temperatures in the 90s and high humidity will...
La Plata siblings commemorate D-Day in Normandy
When the opportunity arose for two high schoolers to represent their Civil Air Patrol squadron at the 80th anniversary of D-Day last month in Normandy, France, Jack and Lauren Compton looked toward their community and raised more than $8,000 to make the incredible chance a reality. The brother and sister both belong to the cadet program in Civil Air Patrol, the auxiliary of the U.S. Air Force. The cadet program focuses on building well rounded Americans and aerospace leaders through a curriculum targeting leadership, aerospace,...
Mount Vernon area garden shop seeks local artists for special event
The Garden Plot, the Mount Vernon area garden center whose tagline is “Helpful People, Happy Plants,” has put out a “Call for Local Artists” for a special event next month. The business is planning an outdoor art and gardening event Aug. 17-18 from 10 a.m. to...
ADVERT — U.Va. On-Grounds Residential Housing
Editor’s note: This article is a humor column. Are you looking for the perfect place to live, a place that can be a home, not just four walls? Look no further! Consider applying to one of the University’s esteemed residential colleges. These residential colleges are perfect for first-years who want to remain close to the University’s hallowed halls. Certain questions may come to mind when considering said housing options —
Stafford County deputies to the rescue! Eagle, turtle, bird given second chance
STAFFORD COUNTY, Va. (DC News Now) — Deputies from the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) picked up three animals, and two were sent to recover at the Blue Ridge Wildlife Center. Deputies rescued an injured eagle and a bird with a broken wing — and picked up a turtle from a driveway. On Monday morning, […]
Morale, Welfare & Recreation Department to hold Navy Civilian Hiring Event on July 20, 2024
NAVAL WEAPONS STATION YORKTOWN, Va. — Navy Morale, Welfare & Recreation (MWR) will be holding a Hiring Event on Saturday, July 20, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Naval Weapons Station Yorktown Sports Zone Gym, located at 2062 Lebanon Church Road, Newport News, VA 23603. This event is open to the public and does not require base access. Available positions include recreation assistants, food service workers, fitness specialists, custodial workers, and sales assistants.
Alleged DUI driver charged after series of crashes on Richmond Highway, police chase
STAFFORD COUNTY, Va. (DC News Now) — A man from South Carolina is facing several charges including attempted murder after he allegedly caused a series of crashes on Richmond Highway and was involved in a police chase. On July 1 shortly after 6 p.m., deputies with the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) were called to […]
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