Rappahannock News

12/25/2025

We hosted our 30th annual “Shop with a Deputy” on Dec. 6. This program could not have been possible without the giving hearts of our supporters, volunteers and donors.

12/24/2025

With nights drawing in and a chill in the air, Santa Claus is preparing for his delivery season — like many of you.

12/24/2025

Tchaikovsky, his music gracing “The Nutcracker” Christmas ballet, is smiling from above. Here in tiny Rappahannock the Russian composer’s brilliance is being celebrated in an extraordinary equine Christmas quadrille performance taking place at Ash Tree Stables in Washington, his music soaring throughout the performance.

Tchaikovsky, his music gracing “The Nutcracker” Christmas ballet, is smiling from above. Here in tiny Rappahannock the Russian composer’s brilliance is being celebrated in an extraordinary equine Christmas quadrille performance

12/23/2025

The roads should be a bit clearer as Virginia Department of Transportation pauses road work and opens lanes...

The Virginia Department of Transportation is suspending many highway work zones and lifting temporary lane closures on interstates and other major roads from noon on Wednesday, Dec. 24, until noon on Friday, Dec. 26.

12/23/2025

The following home and land transfers were recorded at the Rappahannock County Circuit Court Clerk’s Office.

12/23/2025

Wakefield Country Day School has opened its winter athletic season as student-athletes compete at a high level.

12/22/2025

For Larry Grove, service on the Rappahannock County School Board — where as vice chair he was seen as an unwavering voice of reason — was always about the students.
Rappahannock County Public Schools

For Larry Grove, service on the Rappahannock County School Board — where as vice chair he was seen as an unwavering voice of reason — was always about the students.

12/22/2025

One of the first things you learn about Stephanie Ridder is that she can’t say no — not to a child who needs a tutor, a meadow that needs restoring,

12/20/2025

Glitter, giggles and happy munching filled the Rappahannock County Elementary School (RCES) gym Dec. 11, as the Headwaters, the Rappahannock County Public Education Foundation, Inc. After-School Enrichment Program (ASEP) ended with a lively celebration.
Rappahannock County Public Schools

Glitter, giggles and happy munching filled the Rappahannock County Elementary School (RCES) gym Dec. 11, as the Headwaters Foundation After-School Enrichment Program (ASEP) ended with a lively celebration.

12/20/2025

The Virginia Supreme Court has upheld a ruling that limits the Rappahannock County Board of Supervisors’ authority over volunteer fire companies, leaving in place a Virginia Court of Appeals decision

12/20/2025

Goodbye to another nearly 2,000 rural acres near Gainesville as another massive data center project takes shape...

Plans for another massive data center campus in rural Prince William appear to be advancing. Developers are working to assemble 1,930 acres through land sales of current residents and property owners along Sanders Lane, a four-mile, two-lane road that runs between Sudley and Braddock roads near Gain...

12/20/2025

There's a new president of Mr. Jefferson's University, University of Virginia

The University of Virginia’s Board of Visitors on Friday chose Scott Beardsley as the institution’s 10th president, despite calls from lawmakers, UVA faculty and community organizations and Gov.-elect Abigail Spanberger