by Foothills Forum Staff Report | Feb 11, 2024 | Agriculture, Politics
Residents reflect on village’s rich past What’s to become of Flint Hill, a sleepy crossroads village, that now finds itself at a crossroads? Is a renaissance on the horizon with new residents and businesses leading the way? There was a time when Flint Hill’s...
by Randy Rieland | Jan 2, 2023 | Business
The Rappahannock County Public Safety Committee last week recommended that the Board of Supervisors withdraw financial support from the troubled Flint Hill Volunteer Fire and Rescue Company. The vote last week was the latest and most drastic step in the county’s...
by Randy Rieland | Dec 13, 2020 | Art, Broadband
For decades, Rappahannock has been able to preserve its natural beauty and stunning views. But more challenges are on the horizon. A RAPPAHANNOCK NEWS-FOOTHILLS FORUM SPECIAL REPORT Soon, Rappahannock’s Board of Supervisors is expected to approve an updated version of...
by Bob Hurley | Aug 18, 2020 | Uncategorized
‘Let’s not kill the goose that lays the golden egg’ With a public hearing on the Rappahannock County Comprehensive Plan scheduled for Aug. 19, a key issue before the Planning Commission and county residents is where future growth will take place in the county. The...
by Bob Hurley | Jul 17, 2020 | Business, Education
Inn at Little Washington largest recipient to retain 167 jobs Roughly 80 Rappahannock businesses and nonprofit organizations have received at least $4.7 million in loans under the federal Paycheck Protection Program (PPP). The largest recipient was the Inn at Little...