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Tim Weidman of James City County expresses concern that Donald Trump and Project 2025 efforts threaten American freedoms of speech and the press, potentially leading to a totalitarian state, and calls for citizens to take action.

Pam Pouchot from Yorktown questions Donald Trump’s opposition to birthright citizenship by examining the immigration and citizenship histories of his wives Ivana and Melania and the birth circumstances of their children, suggesting a potential conflict with his policy views and also noting Melania’s parents’ use of chain migration.

Lewis Sweeley of James City County criticizes Elon Musk’s support for Donald Trump, suggesting it influences policy for personal gain, citing the fast-tracking of immigration for white South Africans as an example, and encourages citizens to engage in the midterms.

PUSH TO MAKE HIGH SCHOOL LACROSSE A VHSL SPORT

Supporters are urging school boards to make local high school lacrosse an official VHSL sport.
Currently, lacrosse teams at local high schools are only club teams.
Club status means teams lack official recognition and can’t compete for state championships.
Parents and players stated this limits opportunities for college scholarships and recruitment.
The effort to make lacrosse official in York County has been ongoing since 2007.
Players feel their dedication is overlooked because the team is just a club.
Becoming VHSL sanctioned would create more college playing opportunities for athletes.
Supporters are encouraged to speak at upcoming school board meetings in both counties.

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Push Continues to Make Local High School Lacrosse an Official VHSL Sport

BUSCH GARDENS WILLIAMSBURG NAMED MOST BEAUTIFUL PARK

Busch Gardens Williamsburg was named the most beautiful park for the 35th consecutive year.

This recognition came from the 39th annual NAPHA Amusement Park and Attractions Survey.

NAPHA is an international organization dedicated to amusement park heritage.

The NAPHA survey is the oldest of its type.

Other top survey results included Knoebels as Favorite Traditional Amusement Park.

Dollywood was named Favorite Theme Park.

Knoebels’ Phoenix won Favorite Wood Coaster for the 14th year.

Cedar Point’s Millennium Force was Favorite Steel Coaster.

Six Flags Great Escape’s Bobcat was named Favorite New Attraction.

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Busch Gardens Williamsburg Named Most Beautiful Park for 35th Consecutive Year

U.S. Representative Rob Wittman highlighted the importance of practical, science-based conservation for the Chesapeake Bay in a recent commentary. He introduced the Chesapeake Bay Conservation Acceleration Act aimed at helping watershed farms reduce runoff and improve water quality. The proposed act would also address technical assistance needs for farmers and manage invasive blue catfish populations. Wittman referenced the recently signed America’s Conservation Enhancement Reauthorization Act as a successful bipartisan conservation effort and urged Congress to pass his new bill to benefit the bay and its related industries.

York County officials deemed the Williamsburg Suites hotel unsafe for occupancy due to repeated building code violations and deteriorating conditions. The hotel on Bypass Road was ordered to vacate by May 19, later extended by one day. The county provided information on social services for occupants, some of whom were living there long-term in violation of zoning. The hotel’s attorney claims they are in negotiations and permitted to operate. York County stated it would monitor the situation and the property owner must enforce the vacate order.

Williamsburg Regional Library is launching a new weekly literacy program called “Mondays @ Frink” this month.
The free program will be held at the Abram Frink Jr. Community Center in James City.
It aims to connect all ages through reading, learning, and community engagement.
Activities include family story times, hands-on events, and a literacy cafe for older adults.

The public is invited to a Memorial Day flag setting event at Cedar Grove Cemetery in Williamsburg on Thursday at 9 a.m. to honor veterans by placing over 600 flags. Representatives from local veterans and community groups will participate, and flags will be provided for those wishing to help.

William & Mary Law School recently signed a memorandum of agreement with Lund University Faculty of Law and the Raoul Wallenberg Institute in Sweden to strengthen academic collaboration and promote cooperation in legal education, research, and innovation, providing new opportunities for students and faculty.

KINGSMILL PLANTATION ADDED TO ENDANGERED HISTORIC PLACES LIST
Kingsmill Archeological Site was added to Preservation Virginia’s Most Endangered Historic Places list.
A public event discussed community efforts to help preserve the site.
The site is threatened by a conceptual plan from the property owner, Escalante Golf, to build 32 new homes.
The proposed homes would be built adjacent to the historic site on land currently used as a soccer park.
Residents are concerned about the negative impact on the 300-year-old Kingsmill Plantation remnants.
The site is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and the Virginia Landmarks Register.
Preservation Virginia pledges support to the effort to save the historic landmark.
Negotiations are ongoing with the property owner to find preservation solutions.
The newly-founded Kingsmill Heritage Society is also working to preserve the site.

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Preservation Virginia Adds Kingsmill Plantation to Most Endangered Historic Places List

DRUMMERS CALL EVENT AT COLONIAL WILLIAMSBURG

Fife and Drum Corps from across the nation gathered for the annual Drummers Call weekend.
The event featured groups like the Colonial Williamsburg Fifes & Drums, alumni, and visiting corps.
A highlight was the torchlit march down Duke of Gloucester Street.
Participants played 18th-century field music during the parade.
Spectators lined the street to watch the various corps march.

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Photo Gallery: Drummers Call at Colonial Williamsburg