by Ireland Hayes | May 5, 2025 | Local Government, Town
Patrick O’Connell: ‘Forty-seven years. Give me a little trust’ The Town of Washington’s Architectural Review Board tabled an application from The Inn at Little Washington to build a tower addition to The Parsonage guesthouse, despite pleas from chef proprietor Patrick...
by Gracie Hart Brooks | May 1, 2025 | Agriculture, Top Story
Tariffs imposed by the Trump administration are causing uncertainties in the global agricultural sector. Once again, local farmers may be affected. Tariffs of at least 10% across all countries are now in effect, with higher rates for those deemed “worst offenders”...
by Sophie McLeod | Apr 30, 2025 | Business, Top Story
From apple packing co-op to trendy shops Coming up on the one year anniversary of its grand opening last April, The Marketplace Sperryville seems to be thriving. All of the 17 original spaces that opened almost a year ago are still in operation, except for two that...
by Ireland Hayes | Apr 22, 2025 | Local Government, Town
The Washington Town Council scheduled public hearings next month on three issues: water and sewer rates, a lot line adjustment at The Inn at Little Washington and the town budget. It also discussed upcoming construction and improvement projects in the town at Monday’s...
by Ireland Hayes | Apr 20, 2025 | County, Education, Local Government
Officials urge public to back schools in county budget After several months of fundraising and a strong lobbying effort in Richmond, an increase in state funding is looking unlikely for Rappahannock County Public Schools (RCPS) this year. If the school system can’t...