Category: Local

MEMORIAL DAY CLOSURES IN HISTORIC TRIANGLE

James City County offices, recreation centers, libraries, and convenience centers are closed.
James City County parks, park stores, and guest services remain open.
James City County curbside recycling collection is delayed by one day starting May 26.
City of Williamsburg offices and the Quarterpath Recreation Center are closed.
Waller Mill Park in Williamsburg follows normal operating hours.
Williamsburg garbage collection is on its regular schedule, but recycling is delayed by one day.
York County offices, courts, libraries, and Social Services are closed.
York County curbside garbage collection is not affected.
York County curbside recycling is delayed by one day.
The York County Waste Management Facility (including Citizen Drop Off and Recycling Center) is open.

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Memorial Day Closures Around the Historic Triangle

VDOT LIFTS LANE CLOSURES FOR HOLIDAY TRAVEL

VDOT is suspending most highway work zones and temporary lane closures for Memorial Day weekend.
The suspension is effective from noon Friday until noon Tuesday, May 27.
Some semi-permanent work zones may still be encountered.
Travelers can use VDOT resources like the 511 app and website for real-time information and travel trends.
Recommendations are provided for using Hampton Roads tunnels, suggesting the MMMBT as an alternative to the HRBT.
VDOT offers safety tips including buckling up, avoiding distractions, obeying speed limits and the Move Over law.
Travelers are encouraged to use rest stops and avoid littering.
Contact information is available for reporting hazardous conditions.

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VDOT Lifts Lane Closures For Memorial Day Weekend

VIRGINIA PENINSULA COMMUNITY COLLEGE HEALTH SCIENCE CAMP

Virginia Peninsula Community College will host a Health Science Summer Camp.
The camp takes place July 7-10.
It is located at the Historic Triangle Campus.
It is free to attend for rising 7th, 8th, and 9th-graders.
Students will explore VPCC’s Health Science programs.
Dean Michelle Alexander and Professor Khaliah Wilson previewed the camp.

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Hometown Radio Interview: Virginia Peninsula Community College To Host Health Science Summer Camp [AUDIO]

MEMORIAL DAY CLOSURES IN THE HISTORIC TRIANGLE

Memorial Day is observed on Monday, May 26, impacting local services.
In James City County, offices, recreation centers, convenience centers, and the garbage transfer station are closed.
James City County Parks and Park Stores remain open, while Libraries are closed May 25-26.
James City County curbside recycling collection is delayed by one day starting Monday.
Williamsburg City offices and Quarterpath Recreation Center are closed.
Williamsburg Waller Mill Park follows normal operating hours, and garbage collection is on schedule.
Williamsburg recycling collection is delayed by one day starting Monday.
In York County, offices, courts, libraries, Extension Service, and Social Services are closed.
York County curbside garbage collection is not affected by the holiday.
York County curbside recycling collection is delayed by one day.
The York County Waste Management Facility (Citizen Drop Off, Recycling Center) is open, but the VPPSA Compost Facility is closed.

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Memorial Day Closures Around the Historic Triangle

HEALTH SCIENCE SUMMER CAMP AT VPCC

Virginia Peninsula Community College will host a Health Science Summer Camp.

The camp will take place from July 7-10.

It will be held at the college’s Historic Triangle Campus.

The camp is free for rising 7th, 8th, and 9th-graders.

Students will explore VPCC’s Health Science pathways and experiences.

Dean Michelle Alexander and Professor Khaliah Wilson discussed the camp in a radio interview.

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Hometown Radio Interview: Virginia Peninsula Community College To Host Health Science Summer Camp [AUDIO]

JAMESTOWN BEACH PARKING FEES RETURN

Jamestown Beach Event Park is reinstating summer parking fees.
The fees apply only to non-residents.
The fee period begins Saturday, May 24, starting at 8 a.m.
Fees are collected Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and weekends/holidays from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Residents of James City County and the City of Williamsburg park for free.
Residents must show proof of residency like a valid VA ID or photo ID with a utility bill.
Old parking decals are valid if readable but will not be replaced.
All visitors must stop at the attendant booth to prove residency or pay.
Payment methods include cash, card, check, or mobile pay.

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Jamestown Beach Parking Fees Return for Summer May 24

The WJCC School Board unanimously adopted a $207 million budget Tuesday for the next fiscal year, which includes a 3% employee raise, a new minimum wage of $15.50 per hour, and 10 new positions, funded partly by increased contributions from James City County and the state.

YORK COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD APPROVES FY 2026 BUDGET

The York County School Board approved its fiscal year 2026 operating budget on May 19.

The budget is $201 million, an increase of $8.4 million (4.4%).

Funding for the increase comes from state funding ($4.3M), estimated local funding ($500k), and savings ($313k).

80% of the budget is allocated to staff compensation, including a cost-of-living adjustment and a step raise.

The budget adds 20 school-based positions to support students.

It also includes funds for textbooks, adaptive physical education resources, and the Summer Academy.

Superintendent Victor Shandor stated the budget is a commitment to the long-term success of York County.

The budget was approved by a 4-1 vote.

District Five representative Lynda Fairman voted against, citing concerns about forcing taxpayers to pay more.

Other board members, like Mark Shafer, defended the budget, noting no county tax increase in nine years and high performance despite lower per-pupil spending.

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York County School Board Approves FY 2026 Operating Budget

VIRGINIA MAN ROLLS FOR MS RESEARCH

Virginia resident Randall Pope is riding his power chair 250 miles to raise funds for MS research.
Pope, diagnosed with MS in 1995 after serving in the Army, aims to raise $250,000.
The ride goes from Christopher Newport University to the Pentagon, marking his 30th anniversary with MS.
Funds raised are intended to help people with MS in Virginia obtain power wheelchairs.
Pope wants to inspire others with MS or injuries to stay active and live fully.
His route includes stops at several Virginia colleges, including William & Mary on May 28.
He is supported by a team, including friends and family, and is partnered with the Mid-Atlantic PVA.
Pope is sharing updates and accepting donations via his “Rolling with Randall” Facebook page.

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Virginia Man to Roll Through Williamsburg on Mission to Raise Money for MS Research

PAMPERED BATH OPENS WILLIAMSBURG RETAIL LOCATION

Pampered Bath celebrated the grand opening of its first brick-and-mortar store on May 16.
The new physical location is at the Williamsburg Premium Outlets.
Owner Florence Santoro launched the business online last year.
Pampered Bath sells hand-made, all-natural bath and hygiene products like soaps and bathbombs.
The move to a physical store followed the online business’s popularity and growth.
The grand opening included a ribbon-cutting ceremony with the Greater Williamsburg Chamber of Commerce.
The store’s address is 5711 Richmond Road, with specified operating hours listed.
Pampered Bath also ships products nationally and internationally to Canada and Mexico.

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Pampered Bath Celebrates Opening of a Brick and Mortar Location