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Tariffs cause uncertainty among local farmers

Tariffs cause uncertainty among local farmers

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”...
As it prepares to celebrate its first birthday, The Marketplace Sperryville is becoming a community hub

As it prepares to celebrate its first birthday, The Marketplace Sperryville is becoming a community hub

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...
School funding from Richmond ‘doesn’t look good’

School funding from Richmond ‘doesn’t look good’

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...
County Planning Commission hosts first outreach meeting

County Planning Commission hosts first outreach meeting

by Ireland Hayes | Apr 18, 2025 | County, Local Government

Gears up for Comprehensive Plan review The Rappahannock County Planning Commission hosted its first of many upcoming community outreach meetings in Amissville on Monday, giving residents a chance to share their ideas of how to update the county’s Comprehensive Plan, a...
Canceled USDA programs impact farmers, schools, food banks

Canceled USDA programs impact farmers, schools, food banks

by Gracie Hart Brooks | Apr 14, 2025 | Agriculture

The abrupt elimination of two national food procurement programs by the Trump administration’s DOGE unit is hitting close to home as local farmers and the food-needy communities the programs serve cope with the uncertainties.  In February, the Local Food Purchase...
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