Colonial Beach, VA. October 7, 2019 – Downtown Colonial Beach, Inc., a VA Main Street affiliate, is pleased to announce that a public meeting will
VDOT HOT SPOTS Sept. 22-28
I-95 Major Interstate Work I-95 Northbound at Exit 133/Route 17 I-95 motorists are strongly encouraged to choose an alternate route to avoid delays, especially through
PAVING, SAFETY PROJECT MOVES TO ROUTE 3 IN KING GEORGE
Final tasks will be wrapping up next week on Route 206 (Dahlgren Road), as crews begin work on Route 3 at night Final tasks will
Virginia Schools Rank Third in Nation for K-12 Achievement
The nation’s leading education journal today ranked Virginia’s public schools as third in the nation in student achievement based on the performance of students on
Quarterly early warning systems test for the Surry Power Station will occur this Wednesday, Sept. 11
State officials led by the Virginia Department of Emergency Management (VDEM), in coordination with the local officials and Dominion Energy, will conduct a quarterly test
Dorian Update Impacts On Colonial Beach
TROPICAL STORM WARNING IN EFFECT… A Tropical Storm Warning means tropical storm-force winds are expected somewhere within this area within the next 36 hours *
Dorian Update Monday 9-2-19
Dorian is virtually stationary over the Bahamas. Its current sustained winds have dropped to 155 and its forward motion is 1 mph… Full update for
Northern Neck Beach Music Festival Announces Vendors
Second Annual Northern Neck Beach Music Festival Coming to Colonial Beach Day of live music and fun to benefit Colonial Beach Community Foundation Colonial
Hurricane Dorian Saturday Update
Currently Hurricane Dorian is located out in the Atlantic on a parallel line with the tip of Florida. Dorian is rotating with sustained winds of
Virginia Senior Alert Activation: Missing Virginia Beach Senior
Virginia State Police have issued a Senior Alert on behalf of the Virginia Beach Police Department. Virginia Beach Police is looking for Ms.Janet I. Thurman,
Unbelted Dunnsville Women Dies In Single Vehicle Accident
Dunnsville Woman Killed in Single Vehicle Crash According to a press release issued by Virginia State Police: On August 19, 2019 (Monday) at approximately, 10:56
Plane Crash in Essex County Under Investigation
Plane Crash in Essex County Under Investigation The Virginia State Police reported a private-plane crash which occurred early this morning near the Tappahanock-Essex County Airport.
Morning Coffee Report 8-18-19
Good morning everyone. If you have not had a chance to get out and see the antique car show on the hill get out there
VDOT HOT SPOTS Aug. 18 – 24
Interstate 95 Express Lanes – Fredericksburg Extension Interstate 95 Northbound Monday – Friday, 9 p.m. – 4:30 a.m. and Friday – Saturday, 10 p.m. –
Morning Coffee Report 8-17-19
Thinking about getting a new dog? Westmoreland County Event: ATTENTION Sheriff C.O. Balderson has Waved all Adoption Fees for our Clear The Shelter and Community
Morning Coffee Report 8-16-19
Weather Wake up to 73 degrees by 6 a.m. on Friday. By 9 a.m. the temperature will be 76 degrees and a thunderstorm is probable.
UPDATE: ROUTE 17 (MILLS DRIVE) BRIDGE REPAIR SCHEDULE IN SPOTSYLVANIA COUNTY
Construction expected to begin in spring 2020 with completion in fall 2020 The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) has updated the repair schedule on the
Algae Bloom Has Reach Colonial Beach Waters
Algae Bloom Has Reach Colonial Beach Waters By Linda Farneth The Potomac River Fisheries Commission reported on August 13 that Colonial Beach Waters are now
Forecast For Colonial Beach And Surrounding Area
Forecast for Colonial Beach and surrounding area. There will be scattered and isolated storms between 5 p.m. and 11 p.m. tonight. On a scale of
I-95 WORK ZONES NEAR FREDERICKSBURG
Expect double lane and ramp closures on I-95 southbound starting tonight, Aug. 12 through early Friday, Aug. 16. Motorists should anticipate delays this week on
REMINDER: OVERNIGHT LANE CLOSURES ON DOWNING BRIDGE STARTS SUNDAY, AUG. 11-25
Route 360 over the Rappahannock River at Tappahannock will be reduced to a single lane each evening for spot painting and concrete repairs. Route 360
New Planning Director Impressed With Planning Commission
New Planning Director Impressed With Planning Commission By Linda Farneth Richard Douglas prefers the title Colonial Beach Planning And Economic Development Director. He replaces Allyson
VDOT HOT SPOTS Aug. 11 – 17
Interstate 95 Express Lanes – Fredericksburg Extension Interstate 95 Northbound Monday – Friday, 9 p.m. – 4:30 a.m. Drivers can expect a single left lane
ROUTE 206 PAVING CONTINUES NEXT WEEK
Motorists can expect single lane closures to continue on Route 206 (Dahlgen Road) between Route 301 and Route 3 in King George County. Travelers can
Morning Coffee Report 8-9-19
Weather Wake up to 72 at 6 a.m. Although it was previously predicted that there would be some rain today, the chances of rain have
Harmful Algae Bloom Advisory Does Not Include Potomac River
Harmful Algae Bloom Advisory Issued for Upper and Middle Pamunkey (including Terry’s Run) as well as Upper and Middle North Anna Branches – Lake Anna
VSP Investigating a Crash Involving a Richmond County Deputy Being Struck
Less than 24 hours after King George County Sheriff’s Office posted a video on Youtube outlining the dangerous statistics of distracted driving and months of
Morning Coffee Report 8-6-19
Weather Wake up to 70 degrees at 6 a.m. on Tuesday morning. There will be some morning fog ending around 11 a.m. so use caution
Planning Commission News, Victoria Luna Hits The Ground Running
Planning Commission News, Victoria Luna Hits The Ground Running Victoria Luna has been recommended by the Colonial Beach Planning Commission as their newest member. She
VDOT HOT SPOTS August 4-10
Interstate 95 Express Lanes – Fredericksburg Extension Interstate 95 Southbound Monday – Tuesday, 9 p.m. – 10 a.m. and Thursday – Friday, 9 p.m. –
Colonial Beach Humane Society Needs Donations
Colonial Beach Humane Society Needs Donations By Linda Farneth Pat Fitzgerald gave the Council an update on the Colonial Beach Humane Society and their work
Students Design and Launch Rockets at Rappahannock Community College’s Summer STEM Camp
Students Design and Launch Rockets at Rappahannock Community College’s Summer STEM Camp MID-July 2019, Rappahannock Community College hosted Summer STEM Camp — a five-day intensive
July 4th Crowd Control Sparks Controversy
July 4th Crowd Control Sparks Controversy By Linda Farneth The July 17 Colonial Beach Town Council meeting lacked the necessary number of council members to
Look What I Found
Garden Log 7-29-19 Today marks exactly 11 years since I bought my home. What better way to celebrate than to see two buds with the
Flesh-Eating Bacteria Scare In Colonial Beach
Flesh-Eating Bacteria Scare In Colonial Beach By Linda Farneth Colonial Beach News On July 27, 2019 WTVR posted an interview with James Mitchell who claims
Summer Travel Season Underway, Passenger Rail Ridership in Virginia Soars
~ More affordable tickets, improved on-board amenities, better ground transportation connections creating more options for travelers across the Commonwealth ~ The Virginia Department of Rail
Watching The Grass Grow
Gardening Blog 7-27-19 There is really little to do while waiting for my tomatoes to sprout blossoms. This past heatwave took all my energy. I
VDOT HOT SPOTS July 28 – Aug. 3, 2019
Interstate 95 Express Lanes – Fredericksburg Extension Interstate 95 Southbound Monday – Thursday, 9 p.m. – 10 a.m. and Friday, 10 p.m. – 5 a.m.
Morning Coffee Report 7-27-19
Weather Saturday will be mostly clear in the morning and sunny during the mid day. The evening will bring some clouds but it will be
At Least 39 Confirmed Cases of Cyclosporiasis In Virginia
At Least 39 Confirmed Cases of Cyclosporiasis In Virginia The Virginia Department of Health is investigating the source of Cyclospora Bacteria responsible for at least
INTERSTATE 95 SOUTHBOUND CLOSED IN SPOTSYLVANIA COUNTY
All southbound lanes are closed near Exit 118/Thornburg for a crash 10:40 P.M. UPDATE: Two lanes of Interstate 95 southbound are now open near Exit
Double Shooting Suspect In Custody With Help From Community
Double Shooting Suspect In Custody With Help From Community According to press releases by the Richmond County Sheriff’s office Tyron “Bundy” Holmes is now in
Morning Coffee Report 7-23-19
Weather Wake up to a nice 71 degrees at 6 a.m. on Tuesday morning. Expect showers throughout the day. By 9 a.m. the temperature will
Can’t Wait To Dance In The Rain
Garden Log 7-22-19 This hot weather left me worried that my tomatoes would not last through this heatwave. I painstakingly made sure that I watered
MAJOR CONSTRUCTION WORK BEGINS NEXT WEEK ON I-95 EXPRESS LANES FREDERICKSBURG EXTENSION
Starting on Monday, July 22, crews will begin installing construction signage, construction entrances and barriers. Starting Monday, July 22, crews will begin major construction work
July 20 1969 Armstrong and Aldrin Land On The Moon
50 Years Ago Today On July 21, 1969 Neil Armtrong was the first human to step foot on the surface of the moon. He was
OVERNIGHT PAVING BEGINS ON ROUTE 3 AND ROUTE 208 IN SPOTSYLVANIA COUNTY NEXT WEEK
Crews will be milling and paving beginning July 21 – Aug. 1; Work will affect traffic signal operations at signalized intersections. Beginning Sunday, July 21,
VDOT HOT SPOTS July 21 – 27
All work is scheduled weather permitting. Real-time information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511Virginia.org Improve 95 Multiple projects are underway to
Morning Coffee Report 7-19-19
Weather Wake up to 75 degrees at 6 a.m. on Friday with a heat index of 82. By 9 a.m. the temperature will be 81
Colonial Beach WWI & WWII Commemoration Day
Colonial Beach WWI & WWII Commemoration Day July 20, 2019 This year, 2019, marks the 100th anniversary of the signing of the Treaty of Versaille,
