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Scores rally in Saluda in support of President Trump
More than 70 people gathered in front of the Middlesex County Historic Courthouse in Saluda Saturday morning to celebrate President Donald Trump’s accomplishments during his first five months in office. Young and old alike were in a festive mood while the famous...
MCPL’s summer reading program events are coming up
The Middlesex County Public Library (MCPL) system’s summer reading program is now in full swing, with more than 70 children participating. This year’s theme is “Color Our World,” a celebration of the planet through stories and art.
The month of...
Middle Peninsula Independence Day events
Friday, July 4
Fireworks show, 9:15 p.m. Riverwalk Landing, 331 Water St., Yorktown. 757-890-5900.
Fireworks show, 9:15 p.m. Gloucester Point Beach, 1255 Greate Road, Gloucester Point, Gloucester. View Yorktown fireworks from Gloucester. 804-642-9474.
Saturday, July 5
Kids Fun Run, 7:15 a.m. Deltaville Community...
Only one Middlesex office is contested
Kevin Gentry, Karen McMinn vie for Hartfield
District seat on Middlesex School Board
Only one Middlesex County seat will be contested in the upcoming election.
The deadline to submit the necessary paperwork to be a candidate was June 17.
Last week Kevin E....
Historic-themed meeting at MC Woman’s Club
The Cobbs Hall Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR) gathered on Monday, June 9, at the historic Middlesex County Woman’s Club in Urbanna for a remarkable meeting centered on Colonial Virginia’s legal and cultural...
Above-normal hurricane activity expected
The elements that tend to favor tropical storm formation are already in place at the start of the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season.
While Virginians can’t control climate forces, preparation can help them protect their property and loved ones from whatever...
Scores participate in No Kings Day rally at Saluda courthouse
The “No Kings” theme was orchestrated by the 50501 Movement, a national movement made up of everyday Americans who stand for democracy and against what they call the authoritarian actions of the Trump administration. Read more.
Thousands attended June 7 and 8 Arts in the Middle Fine Arts Fest
The 11th annual Arts in the Middle Fine Arts Festival brought approximately 3,000 visitors to Urbanna on June 7 and 8.
The popular outdoor festival featured juried visual artists from around the country, as well as local and student artists...
Juneteenth event to honor Black Civil War soldiers, sailors
A Juneteenth tribute to Middlesex County African-American Civil War Soldiers and Sailors is set for 3 p.m. Sunday, June 22, at Antioch Baptist Church, Saluda.
Reenactors representing the 23rd Regiment of the United States Colored Troops will appear in...
Supervisors recognize squad
Middlesex Supervisors honored the Volunteer Rescue Squad Auxiliary at the board’s June 3 regular monthly meeting by presenting the group with a framed resolution thanking them for their dedicated service to Middlesex County.
The resolution states that, “The Middlesex County...
