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Windsor’s Harper named to GSU President’s List
Adrianna Harper of Windsor was among roughly 2,280 students named to Georgia Southern University’s President’s List for the spring 2024 semester. To be eligible, a student must have a 4.0 minimum GPA and carry a minimum of 12 hours for the semester. The post Windsor’s Harper named to GSU President’s List appeared first on Windsor Weekly.
Early completion of bridge replacement project opens portion of Route 644
According to a June 13 release from the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT), a portion of Route 644 (Fire Tower Road) was opened to traffic on June 12 following the early completion of a VDOT’s project to replace the bridge over Pope Swamp in Isle of Wight County. The work on Route 644 included the […] The post Early completion of bridge replacement project opens portion of Route 644 appeared first on Windsor Weekly.
Tidewater Academy announces new Head of School
According to a media release from the Tidewater Academy Board of Directors, Tom Bendel has been appointed as the new Head of School, effective July 1, 2024. Bendel is from the Roanoke Valley and met his wife, Jennifer, at Virginia Commonwealth University. The couple, who have been married for 39 years, consider Richmond their home […] The post Tidewater Academy announces new Head of School appeared first on Windsor Weekly.
Commission receives Windsor Station update
Windsor Planning and Zoning Administrator James “Jay” Randolph provided the town’s Planning Commission with an update May 22 on the status of the Windsor Station subdivision. Construction on the project is expected to begin this summer. In a May 22 memo to the Planning Commission, Randolph stated that it has been approximately two years since […] The post Commission receives Windsor Station update appeared first on Windsor Weekly.
‘Duke’ joins lineup of Windsor frog sculptures
The number of frog sculptures throughout the town of Windsor has grown by one. “Duke,” named for Windsor High School’s mascot, arrived at the school on June 1. WHS art students painted Duke in the school’s blue and gold colors. Windsor’s Economic Development Authority created the frog sculpture program in 2021, which mirrors the placement […] The post ‘Duke’ joins lineup of Windsor frog sculptures appeared first on Windsor Weekly.
‘I’ve enjoyed every minute of it’
Those who frequent Windsor’s Food Lion location likely know or have at least seen Sandy Mayfield. The store has benefited from her outstanding service in different capacities for the last six to seven years. This is the latest chapter in Mayfield’s impressive history of dedicated service as a Food Lion employee. The retailer holds an […] The post ‘I’ve enjoyed every minute of it’ appeared first on Windsor Weekly.
Windsor High’s Butler sets state record at track championship
Windsor High School’s Tim Butler placed first, won the Virginia High School League boys Class AA State Championship in boys shot put and boys discus, and set a new Class AA state record in boys discus at a May 31-June 1 track meet held at James Madison University in Harrisonburg. Windsor High’s girls track team […] The post Windsor High’s Butler sets state record at track championship appeared first on Windsor Weekly.
Appeals court denies guardsman new trial
When Windsor Police Officer Daniel Crocker attempted to open the driver’s-side door of Virginia National Guard 1st Lt. Caron Nazario’s Chevrolet Tahoe three years ago after pulling him over, Nazario used his elbow to keep the door shut. That act, combined with Nazario’s prior statements to Crocker and ex-officer Joe Gutierrez about refusing to exit […] The post Appeals court denies guardsman new trial appeared first on Windsor Weekly.
Griffiths win Beautiful Windsor Spring Yard Contest
The Windsor Lions Club of Virginia announced on Monday, June 3, the winners of its inaugural Beautiful Windsor Spring Yard Contest — C.P. and Janice Griffith, of Shiloh Drive. The contest, organized by Lion Nina Ambrose, was designed as a fun way to beautify the town and help the environment. Ambrose and the Lions Club […] The post Griffiths win Beautiful Windsor Spring Yard Contest appeared first on Windsor Weekly.
Isle of Wight Academy softball team advances to state title game
The Isle of Wight Academy varsity softball team punched its ticket to the VISAA Division II state championship game in decisive fashion on Thursday afternoon, May 16, in Sutherland. The No. 2-seeded Lady Chargers defeated No. 3 Fredericksburg Christian School 11-1 in the state semifinals to improve to 16-6 on the season overall. IWA will […] The post Isle of Wight Academy softball team advances to state title game appeared first on Windsor Weekly.
IWCS makes case for new employees, buses
Isle of Wight County’s proposal to fund its share of state-mandated school employee raises, but none of the new positions Superintendent Theo Cramer has requested, could leave Isle of Wight County Schools with an insufficient number of employees to meet its staffing obligations under the Virginia Literacy Act, an IWCS document contends. County Administrator Randy […] The post IWCS makes case for new employees, buses appeared first on Windsor Weekly.
Windsor students among BFCU scholarship recipients
Bronco Federal Credit Union recently awarded 10 area high school seniors who are members with scholarships to help them begin their higher education journeys. These seniors hail from Windsor High School, Franklin High School, Southampton High School, Southampton Academy and Smithfield High School. A BFCU news release noted that the presentations of awards were made […] The post Windsor students among BFCU scholarship recipients appeared first on Windsor Weekly.
Windsor reactions to logistics center developer’s meeting
Some voices from Windsor that have been particularly outspoken with regard to the proposed Tidewater Logistics Center project shared their thoughts on how an April 22 public meeting with the project developer went. They cited concerns with not only the updated proposal but what they see as the county’s role in the situation. Developer Meridian […] The post Windsor reactions to logistics center developer’s meeting appeared first on Windsor Weekly.
Council approves $12K for police station improvements
The Windsor Town Council voted unanimously April 9 to expend $12,100 for needed floor repairs and some floor replacement at the Windsor Police Department’s station. Town Manager William Saunders introduced the matter during the April 9 council meeting by noting, “It has become apparent that repairs to the floor structure and replacement of flooring materials […] The post Council approves $12K for police station improvements appeared first on Windsor Weekly.
State approves Isle Marine Trades lab school in Smithfield
The Virginia Board of Education voted unanimously on April 25 to approve a lab school at Paul D. Camp Community College’s Smithfield campus. The Isle Marine Trades Academy, which the college plans to operate in partnership with Isle of Wight County Schools and Newport News Shipbuilding parent company Huntington Ingalls, will allow up to 80 […] The post State approves Isle Marine Trades lab school in Smithfield appeared first on Windsor Weekly.
Budget preview includes 15-cent real estate tax rate
Windsor Town Manager William Saunders’ fiscal year 2025 draft town budget includes a 2-cent increase in the real estate tax rate that helps eliminate Windsor’s use of American Rescue Plan Act funds for operations. ARPA funds, which were a response to the COVID-19 pandemic, must be obligated by Dec. 31, 2024, and must be spent […] The post Budget preview includes 15-cent real estate tax rate appeared first on Windsor Weekly.
Revised warehouse complex still taking heat from Windsor residents
Increasing a proposed multi-warehouse complex’s distance from two residential neighborhoods in Windsor hasn’t placated every opponent of the project. Isle of Wight County’s Planning Commission voted 6-1 in March to recommend denial of Tidewater Logistics Center developer Meridian Property Purchaser LLC’s application to rezone 154 acres of farmland and forestry on the outskirts of town […] The post Revised warehouse complex still taking heat from Windsor residents appeared first on Windsor Weekly.
Club highlights Child Abuse Prevention Month
Nine members of the Woman’s Club of Windsor met recently to “plant” the club’s pinwheel garden and children cutouts to bring attention to April being National Child Abuse Prevention Month. Wooden cutouts of children are included along with the sign and pinwheels. The club issued a special thanks to Jim Anderson for helping with the […] The post Club highlights Child Abuse Prevention Month appeared first on Windsor Weekly.
Pig Pickin’ has successful 2nd year at fairgrounds
The Windsor Ruritan Club’s annual Pig Pickin’ Festival proved to be a solid draw on Thursday, April 25, in its second year at the Heritage Park & Joel C. Bradshaw Fairgrounds. This was the 48th year for the festival, which is the primary fundraiser for the WRC. “I think it was a big success,” WRC […] The post Pig Pickin’ has successful 2nd year at fairgrounds appeared first on Windsor Weekly.
WHS Class of 1973 reunites 50 years later
Members of the Windsor High School Class of 1973 recently gathered for a 50th-anniversary reunion that was social, laidback and casual by design, creating an ideal atmosphere for a poignant rekindling of old friendships and acquaintanceships. The reunion was held in Franklin at The Village at Woods Edge’s The Back Porch & Grille on Saturday […] The post WHS Class of 1973 reunites 50 years later appeared first on Windsor Weekly.
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