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Williamsburg’s “No Kings” rally: Large crowd protests Trump, policies Sat
WILLIAMSBURG “NO KINGS” RALLY PROTESTS TRUMP POLICIES A large crowd gathered in Williamsburg on Saturday, June 14 for a “No Kings” rally. The protest…
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Thousands protest Trump’s parade at Williamsburg ‘No Kings’ rally
Thousands attended the largest “No Kings” rally in the region at the Williamsburg-James City Courthouse on Saturday night. The protest organized by Williamsburg JCC…
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Fort Eustis open house marks Army 250th bday, first time since 2018
FORT EUSTIS HONORS ARMY’S 250TH BIRTHDAY Fort Eustis held an open house celebration for the U.S. Army’s 250th birthday. This marked the first time…
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Literacy for Life at 50: Growing demand, federal cuts challenge group
Literacy for Life, a Peninsula nonprofit, celebrated its 50th anniversary educating adult learners. The organization provides free instruction in reading, math, English, and life…
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JCC Board Approves Special Use Permit for $189.5M Center
JAMES CITY COUNTY GOVERNMENT CENTER PROJECT MOVES FORWARD The James City County Board of Supervisors approved a special use permit for a new $189.5…
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York man gets 99+ years for shooting at police after road rage
Andrew F. Susalis, 36, was sentenced to more than 99 years in prison Tuesday in York-Poquoson Circuit Court. The sentence followed his Alford pleas…
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Jamestown boys win 2-0, reach state final; girls lose 3-0 in soccer semis.
Jamestown High School’s boys soccer team advanced to the Class 4 state championship game by beating Charlottesville 2-0 on Friday at Monticello High School.…
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Sentara hospitals celebrate 26 Project SEARCH graduates
Sentara hospitals across Hampton Roads celebrated the graduation of 26 Project SEARCH interns since late May. Seven interns graduated on June 6 from the…
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WBURG launches RAVE emergency alerts, replaces Everbridge, saves $30k/yr
Williamsburg city officials recently launched RAVE Mobile Safety, a new mass notification system, to enhance communication with residents during emergencies. The system replaces Everbridge,…
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Ben Hardouin named GM for Williamsburg sports center, 60% done, opens next summer.
Ben Hardouin has been selected as the general manager for the Greater Williamsburg Sports and Event Center as construction progresses. The 200,000-square-foot facility, located…
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Age records fall at Kingswood Klam 5K June 7 despite heat and changes.
The ninth annual Kingswood Klam 5K took place June 7 at the Kingswood Pool and neighborhood. Bethany Spector won the women’s race in 18:32…
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Wmsbg Racial Healing Event: Speakers discuss slavery ties, Bush link. Free.
The Virginia Racial Healing Institute will host its fourth annual Journey to Racial Healing on Saturday, June 21, from 1-4 p.m. at the Stryker…