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Kathie Garren Williams, 69, of Newport News and a dedicated special education teacher at Menchville High School for 42 years, passed away peacefully on April 20, 2025.

Warhill High School in Williamsburg will present its spring musical, “The Little Mermaid,” from May 2 to May 4. Performances are scheduled for May 2 at 7 p.m., May 3 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m., and May 4 at 2 p.m. Director Jacob Noble selected the show to engage the wider community with a family-friendly production. The cast includes senior Ashley Remmert as Ariel and senior Ava Shird as Ursula. Approximately 60 students are in the cast, 25 on the tech crew, and 30 in the pit orchestra, with students taking on significant roles in vocals, choreography, design, and construction. Tickets can be purchased at warhill.booktix.com.

Good Shot Judy will headline a benefit concert at the Jamestown 4-H Educational Center on Saturday, May 31, starting at 6 p.m., to raise funds for repairs after a March storm damaged a main cabin crucial for summer programs. The event at the center includes Virginia Beer Company, a food truck, and welcomes attendees with lawn chairs and leashed dogs, with tickets available for purchase.

A new law in Virginia allows domestic violence survivors to have physical evidence of assaults preserved anonymously at the state forensic lab without immediate police reporting. This law aims to give survivors in areas like Hampton Roads time to decide whether to prosecute, preserving evidence gathered by forensic nurses until they are ready.

Virginia’s housing market reported more listings and buyer activity in March 2025, according to Virginia REALTORS. Pending home sales increased by 5.1% in March compared to the previous year. Closed sales in March were down 4.5% statewide compared to March 2024. Active listings grew by nearly 30% year-over-year at the end of March. The statewide median sales price rose 5.3% to $418,000 in March 2025.

Edward Lewis Blake, Jr. (Ed), 72, of Bruington, VA passed away Sunday, April 20th following a battle with cancer. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Anita Bush Blake, daughters Shannon Kosek and Sarah Blake, grandchildren, and siblings.

William & Mary football player Hollis Mathis earned a rookie minicamp invite with the Pittsburgh Steelers on Monday. Mathis is one of four W&M players recently joining NFL organizations and is unique for having over 1000 career yards in passing, rushing, and receiving.

William & Mary safety Marcus Barnes received a rookie minicamp invite from the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday, becoming the third W&M player this weekend to get an NFL opportunity after offensive lineman Charles Grant was drafted by the Las Vegas Raiders and wide receiver Matthew Akuchie was invited to the Indianapolis Colts minicamp.

William & Mary wide receiver Matthew Akuchie earned a rookie minicamp invite with the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday, joining teammate Charles Grant and other former Tribe players pursuing NFL opportunities.

New Kent is celebrating the 250th anniversary of Patrick Henry’s 1775 march this weekend. The event commemorates Henry leading a militia through New Kent toward Williamsburg after Governor Dunmore seized gunpowder. Activities include historical presentations, military encampments, drills by a regiment, and a portrayal of Patrick Henry. Events take place at the New Kent Ordinary, the courthouse, and Henry’s Scotchtown home. The New Kent Historical Society and Historic Commission organized the free public celebration.