by Bob Hurley | Feb 10, 2025 | Agriculture, Business, doers, Education, Local Services, People, Top Story
Background: Co-owner, Waterpenny Farm in Sperryville; director, Rappahannock Nature Camp; member, Rappahannock County School Board representing the Piedmont District since 2008; member, Rappahannock League for Environmental Protection Education Committee; former vice...
by Ireland Hayes | Feb 5, 2025 | Crime and Courts
Guilty of reckless driving, refusing alcohol test After a half a day of trial, a judge found James William “Bill” Fletcher III on Tuesday not guilty of driving while intoxicated (DWI) but guilty of reckless driving and refusing a blood/breath alcohol test in...
by Ireland Hayes | Feb 4, 2025 | Crime and Courts
Strasburg man dodges jury after evidence presented After the commonwealth presented evidence against him, a Strasburg man chose to accept a plea deal rather than trust a jury with his guilt or innocence in a child sexual solicitation case in Rappahannock County...
by Foothills Forum Staff Report | Feb 3, 2025 | Art, Education
Here’s what you need to know The 7th Annual Student Storytelling Contest, sponsored by Foothills Forum and the Rappahannock News, kicked off last week, calling on students to tell stories about generosity, honesty and kindness. Who can participate? The contest is open...
by Foothills Forum Staff Report | Feb 3, 2025 | Art, Education
The 7th Annual Student Storytelling Contest, sponsored by Foothills Forum and the Rappahannock News, kicks off Jan. 24, followed by a workshop Jan. 30 from 5:30-7 p.m., complete with pizza, at the Rappahannock County High School cafeteria. Students and parents are...
