Arrested again for traffic violations James “Bill” Fletcher III pleaded not guilty last Tuesday to speeding and DWI charges stemming from a June arrest, but his trial was postponed until February after a key witness was unable to appear. On Nov. 7, Fletcher was also...
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Tremendous turnout in Rappahannock: Nation, county elect Trump
Nearly 80% of Rapp voters cast ballots Political divisiveness seen on the national level did not seem to make its way to Rappahannock County on Election Day as voters across the county turned out in large numbers to cast their ballots. “We might not agree politically,...
Letter: Support the real news!
Commentaries reflect the opinion of the writer(s), not the Rapp News. Comment below or by writing a letter to the editor: [email protected]. According to a preelection poll by Ipsos, a global market research firm, there was a direct correlation between voting...
Washington Town Council tables Foster Harris rezoning
Awaiting legislation in Richmond that could impact local rules The Washington Town Council voted unanimously Monday to table an application on rezoning the Foster Harris House, deciding to wait on possible legislation coming out of the General Assembly's upcoming...
Castleton man steals antique cannons, hunting trailer
Items discovered after DWI arrest A Castleton man pleaded guilty last Thursday to driving while intoxicated as well as stealing items totaling more than $67,000: two antique replica cannons worth $50,000, a $12,000 John Deere tractor and a $5,000 trailer full of...
Stay alert to deer: Collisions up at alarming rate, even before peak deer season in Rappahannock County
Deer Road.jpgDeer on the road in Tiger Valley. On a clear November night around 11 p.m., Edie and David Tatel of Castelton were traveling on a twisty, narrow section of Rock Mills Road toward the bridge that crosses the Thornton River. Out of nowhere a deer jumped in...
William Webster: Answering the call of his country
A private man in public service, Rappahannock resident celebrates 100 years “I am an old Navy man, and I heard a bosun’s pipe.” In 1978, that was William H. Webster’s reason for leaving a distinguished judicial career and the possibility of a future seat on the United...
Slow down, Little Washington: Town Council votes to lower speed limit
Washington Town Council, Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2024, 7 p.m.Click above to watch full video coverage of the Washington Town Council's Oct. 15 meeting. The Washington Town Council voted unanimously Tuesday to lower speed limits from 25 to 20 mph in the Town of Washington. A...
Former Culpeper supervisor jailed on contempt charge
A warrant was issued Friday for the arrest of former Culpeper supervisor and realtor Kathy Campbell after she failed to meet the requirements of her suspended sentence on a contempt of court charge in Rappahannock County Circuit Court. Campbell is now detained in the...
Looking back on Spring observations
With Summer here, we’re taking a look back on thoughtful observations when spring crept in… Spring in the Allegheny foothills arrived slowly, with two steps forward and one step back into winter. After spending a week with my brother in Tucson in late April, watching...
Jury finds Woodville man not guilty of assault charges
Former Culpeper supervisor must comply with court order, or face jail time After a full day of trial, a Rappahannock County jury took less than 30 minutes to find a Woodville man not guilty of two sexual abuse charges in Rappahannock County Circuit Court Thursday....
Lifesavers recognized for efforts at Settle’s grocery
Huntly resident Ben Hahn and first responders were recognized at last Wednesday’s Board of Supervisors meeting for their lifesaving efforts. Hahn assisted Jerry Brown, 71, of Amissville, who collapsed Aug. 6 at Settle’s Grocery & Garage in Flint Hill, performing...
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