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What a move to Rush River Commons could mean for Rappahannock library

What a move to Rush River Commons could mean for Rappahannock library

by Ireland Hayes | Jul 25, 2026 | Local servcies, Sidebar

Library board presents new information on potential relocation In a presentation preceding a July 23 public hearing, the Rappahannock County Public Library Board of Trustees showed the crowd new renderings of a proposed building at Rush River Commons that would house...
Rappahannock’s proposed budget targets long-delayed big projects

Rappahannock’s proposed budget targets long-delayed big projects

by Tim Carrington | Mar 12, 2026 | County, Local Government, Sidebar, Top Story

Rappahannock’s proposed budget signals a new focus on big, and chronically postponed, capital projects, such as a roof for the elementary school and a fresh county courthouse in the Town of Washington.  The blueprint drawn up by the county administrator to present to...
Vice Mayor Fred Catlin appointed to ARB, vacant spot opens on Town Council

Vice Mayor Fred Catlin appointed to ARB, vacant spot opens on Town Council

by Ireland Hayes | Dec 13, 2025 | Local Government, Sidebar, Town

In a 3-2 vote, the Washington Town Council appointed Vice Mayor Fred Catlin to the vacant Architectural Review Board (ARB) seat at its Monday meeting. Catlin announced his resignation from the council following the vote.  The council will now need to fill its vacant...
Rappahannock public schools tackle ‘big issue’ of power failures

Rappahannock public schools tackle ‘big issue’ of power failures

by Ireland Hayes | Nov 17, 2025 | Education, Sidebar

Clarify dual enrollment changes Power outages and surges at Rappahannock County Public Schools caused by a transformer fire and equipment failures — three times causing disruptions in the school day in the last week — reflect “a big issue” facing the schools,...
Washington Town Council overrides planners, approves Rush River II development plan

Washington Town Council overrides planners, approves Rush River II development plan

by Ireland Hayes | Nov 16, 2025 | Business, Local Government, Sidebar, Town

The Washington Town Council unanimously approved development of Rush River Commons’ second phase, despite a recommendation of denial from its Planning Commission last month.  The development will be on 3.9 acres where Warren Avenue meets Lee Highway, adjacent to Rush...
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