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The WSO’s next season opens Sept. 23, with season subscriptions on sale through July 31.
07/24/2025

The WSO’s next season opens Sept. 23, with season subscriptions on sale through July 31.

The season will premiere a new piece by Grammy-nominated composer Peter Boyer, reflecting on America’s past and future.

Federal funding cuts may bring changes to public assistance programs in James City County, including cuts to housing and...
07/23/2025

Federal funding cuts may bring changes to public assistance programs in James City County, including cuts to housing and energy assistance programs.

The county’s social services director told the Board of Supervisors how federal funding cuts might affect the county’s public assistance programs.

During a recent research trip to Hungary, Poquoson High grad worked to gain a better understanding of neurological disor...
07/23/2025

During a recent research trip to Hungary, Poquoson High grad worked to gain a better understanding of neurological disorders such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson's disease.

Poquoson High grad worked to gain a better understanding of neurological disorders such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease.

There’s a new sushi place in town, along with more business news from the Historic Triangle.
07/23/2025

There’s a new sushi place in town, along with more business news from the Historic Triangle.

New sushi restaurant and more business news across the Historic Triangle.

There’s a new program at Historic Jamestowne, where visitors can get an up-close look at how archaeologists use ground-p...
07/19/2025

There’s a new program at Historic Jamestowne, where visitors can get an up-close look at how archaeologists use ground-penetrating radar at excavation sites.

Jamestown Rediscovery implemented GPR Tuesdays at Historic Jamestowne, where visitors can get an up-close look at how archaeologists use ground-penetrating radar at excavation sites.

The park and related trail with historical interpretive signage - which will be located adjacent to the Battlefield - in...
07/19/2025

The park and related trail with historical interpretive signage - which will be located adjacent to the Battlefield - includes the planting of 250 trees in honor of American Revolution patriots.

The park and related trail with historical interpretive signage includes the planting of 250 trees in honor of American Revolution patriots.

The Virginia Capital Trail will be linked with Colonial Williamsburg as part of Trail757, the planned long-distance trai...
07/18/2025

The Virginia Capital Trail will be linked with Colonial Williamsburg as part of Trail757, the planned long-distance trail that will one day connect trails across the Hampton Roads region.

The Virginia Capital Trail will be expanding into Colonial Williamsburg while the city of Williamsburg continues its trail segments through College Woods.

The Cool Summer Savings Pass, available free until Aug. 31, gives visitors and locals discounts to popular regional att...
07/18/2025

The Cool Summer Savings Pass, available free until Aug. 31, gives visitors and locals discounts to popular regional attractions, restaurants, shops and entertainment venues.

The new Cool Summer Savings Pass gives passholders exclusive discounts and offers at numerous regional favorite spots.

How do we make a difference during a time of deep partisan division? writes columnist Laura D. Hill. First we must remem...
07/18/2025

How do we make a difference during a time of deep partisan division? writes columnist Laura D. Hill. First we must remember that Americans rose up and succeeded when facing tougher obstacles.

If we have learned anything from history, it’s that we are stronger together, writes Laura D. Hill.

Hundreds of people attended a rally outside the courthouse Thursday evening to honor Civil Rights Movement icon and form...
07/18/2025

Hundreds of people attended a rally outside the courthouse Thursday evening to honor Civil Rights Movement icon and former U.S. Rep. John Lewis.

Hundreds of attendees came out to rally in honor of the late civil rights icon and congressman on Thursday.

The Greater Williamsburg Chamber of Commerce recently announced the theme — “Rockin Retro Christmas” — for this year’s p...
07/17/2025

The Greater Williamsburg Chamber of Commerce recently announced the theme — “Rockin Retro Christmas” — for this year’s parade. Registration opens at 9 a.m. on Monday.

The entry portal for Williamsburg’s Christmas parade will open on Monday morning.

Demonstrations honoring Civil Rights Movement icon and former U.S. Rep. John Lewis will be held across the area Thursday...
07/17/2025

Demonstrations honoring Civil Rights Movement icon and former U.S. Rep. John Lewis will be held across the area Thursday, including in Williamsburg.

Organizers plan to unveil pro-voting signs at several highway overpasses Thursday as part of nationwide protests.

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