by Ireland Hayes | Nov 7, 2023 | Fire/Rescue, Politics
Fire crews continue to work to contain the Quaker Run fire in Madison County, which started on Oct. 24 and has now burned through about 2,800 acres of private, state and federal lands, according to the National Parks Service. A perimeter has been established around...
by Bob Hurley | Jul 16, 2023 | Education, Health, People
Background: Owner, Compton Excavating Company; fourth generation Rappahannock County resident; over the years has provided free excavation and construction services to area fire departments, churches, and residents; collector of antique tractors and autos; one...
by Foothills Forum Staff Report | Apr 19, 2023 | Agriculture, Business, Crime and Courts, Politics
Densely populated mountain village occupies niche in county It is the most densely populated village in Rappahannock County. It has its own voting precinct. It adjoins Shenandoah National Park and is home to the headwaters of the Rappahannock River. At 1,670 feet it...