CAPE CHARLES, Va. — The Cape Charles Town Council has announced that a public hearing will be held on Thursday, March 21, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. The hearing will take place at the Cape Charles Civic Center located at 500 Tazewell Avenue. The purpose of the hearing is to receive feedback from the community regarding […]
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Successful Beach Week for Cape Charles Public Works Department
CAPE CHARLES, Va. — The Cape Charles Public Works Department has reported a productive Beach Week, with significant achievements in beach maintenance and infrastructure repair. The team worked to ensure that the town’s assets located on the beach were in optimal condition ahead of the summer season. One of the notable accomplishments during Beach Week […]
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Cape Charles Annual Reports available
CAPE CHARLES, Va. — The Town Planning and Zoning Department recently addressed a backlog in its reporting obligations as mandated by Virginia state law. Under various sections of the Code of Virginia, including Section 15.2 – 2221 and Section 15.2-2309-8. C, local governing bodies are required to receive annual reports from certain boards and commissions. […]
Four Warrants Issued Following Incident at Bay Creek Resort
On 2/15/24 there was a very serious motor vehicle accident in the Bay Creek community. A vehicle hit a tree at a high rate of speed. The person was airlifted to the hospital with very serious injuries. The Mirror has attempted to get details on the crash but only received notice of warrants being issued […]
Cape Charles Library Updates
CAPE CHARLES, Va. — The Cape Charles Library continues to be a hub of community activity, with an array of programs and services catering to all ages and interests. During the week of March 8th, a total of 255 individuals visited the library, indicating a steady flow of community members utilizing its resources and offerings. […]
Cape Charles Historic District Review Board Regular Meeting Mar 19th
CAPE CHARLES, Va. — The Cape Charles Historic District Review Board has announced its upcoming Regular Meeting scheduled for March 19th at 5:00 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Cape Charles Civic Center located at 500 Tazewell Avenue. Among the agenda items are the review of various Applications for Certificate of Appropriateness. The […]
Blood Drive at St. Charles Catholic Church on March 22
CAPE CHARLES, Va. – St. Charles Catholic Church, in partnership with the American Red Cross, is gearing up for an upcoming Blood Drive to be held at St. Charles Parish Hall, located at 550 Tazewell Avenue in Cape Charles. The event will take place on March 22 from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. As the […]
Riverside Shore Memorial Hospital Recognized as Top 100 Rural Hospital
As a testament to providing safe, accessible and quality health care on the Eastern Shore, Riverside Shore Memorial Hospital (RSMH) has been recognized in the 2024 top 100 rural and community hospitals in the nation by The Chartis Center for Rural Health. RSMH has consistently garnered national recognition, achieving a place on the prestigious Top […]
Pet of the Week: Meet TeTe
Hi I am TeTe, I am a 1-year-old female chihuahua mix weighing in at 12 pounds. I am very friendly and outgoing. I thoroughly enjoy any and all affection and attention you can give me. I am part of a bonded pair (here with my brother JoJo) and am only slightly dominant over my brother. […]
Classical Conversations Open House March 28th
The Classical Conversations of the Eastern Shore Campus is about to finish up their school year with only a few weeks remaining! If you would like to visit before the end of the year, the next open house is on March 28th, please register here: https://classicalconversations.com/events/?id=A4El. Or you can learn more by joining some Classical Conversations […]
Legislation Introduced in Senate to Renew Federal Programs for Chesapeake Bay Restoration
WASHINGTON — In a significant move to bolster efforts aimed at restoring the Chesapeake Bay and enhancing public access to its natural beauty, a new legislation introduced in the Senate this week seeks to renew several federal programs integral to these initiatives. The proposed legislation, part of a larger bill to reauthorize the America’s Conservation […]
2024 Recreational Trails Program grant round open
The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation is now accepting applications for $1.9 million in Recreational Trails Program grants through May 7. The Recreational Trails Program, or RTP, is a federal matching reimbursement program established to construct and rehabilitate recreational land and water trails and trail-related facilities. The RTP is an 80-20% matching reimbursement program. Requests […]
History Notes this week of March 10
241 B.C.: Roman triremes sink the Carthaginian fleet in the Battle of the Aegates Islands off the western tip of Sicily, bringing to an end the First Punic War. The First Punic War was the first of three wars fought between Rome and Carthage, the two main powers of the western Mediterranean in the early 3rd century BC. For […]
Rob Bloxom 2024 Virginia General Assembly Final Report
Rob Bloxom’s final report on this year’s legislative session in Richmond. We adjourned last Saturday at 5:10 pm. The session was completed with the vote on the two year budget. This is typically the last vote of the session. The Governor now has thirty days to act on the budget and the legislation that we passed […]
Kiggans Secures $13,755,000 for local projects across Southeast Virginia
WASHINGTON, DC: Today, Congresswoman Jen Kiggans (VA-02) announced she has secured $13,755,000 for 11 local projects across Southeast Virginia in the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2024, which was signed into law on March 9, 2024. The funding for these local projects in this legislation is allocated within their respective agency program accounts and does not raise the overall spending […]
Kiggans, Matsui, Merkley Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Keep America’s Nurses, Patients Safe
WASHINGTON, DC: This week, Congresswomen Jen Kiggans (VA-02) and Doris Matsui (CA-07) announced the introduction of the Nurse Overtime and Patient Safety Act. Senator Jeff Merkley (OR) has introduced this legislation in the Senate. To meet staffing-related challenges, nurses are often forced to work mandatory overtime beyond their scheduled shift, which can endanger both worker well-being and […]
When Will We Know the Actual Status of Bay Menhaden?
RICHMOND, Va. — Virginia’s House Bill 19, which addresses regulations concerning Atlantic menhaden, has encountered a setback in the state’s General Assembly. The bill, aimed at implementing measures to manage the Atlantic menhaden fishery, has been delayed for further consideration. The subcommittee’s vote halts progress following months-long, state-directed efforts by a broad group of stakeholders […]
Book: Compact Farms
Small is beautiful, and these 15 real farm plans show that small-scale farmers can have big-time success. Compact Farms is an illustrated guide for anyone dreaming of starting, expanding, or perfecting a profitable farming enterprise on five acres or less. The farm plans explain how to harness an area’s water supply, orientation, and geography to maximize efficiency […]
New Resource Available for Specialty and Small-Scale Producers
Finding the right risk management fit for your farm can feel overwhelming, especially for specialty crop and small-scale farmers and ranchers. That’s why the USDA’s Risk Management Agency (RMA) created a new searchable directory of crop insurance agents who have experience selling Whole-Farm Revenue Protection (WFRP) and Micro Farm policies. With 1,135 crop insurance agents listed, providing coverage in all 50 […]
Delegate Price Delivers Women’s History Month Speech on the Right to Contraception
RICHMOND, Va. – In a Women’s History Month speech delivered on the floor of the House of Delegates last week, Delegate Marcia “Cia” Price (D-Newport News) rang the alarm as attacks across the country on reproductive freedom continue to rise. Echoing the powerful words of Maya Angelou and Audre Lorde, Delegate Price reminded members of the House to […]
Asses&Villains: The Boeing-Biden Sandwich
“I don’t think it should shock anyone that the Biden administration promotes people who help them cover up Joe’s abuse of classified information,” said Jim Hanson, president of Worldstrat, a strategic consulting company. Top aides to President Biden involved in his mishandling of classified documents were given plum promotions within 24 hours of the release […]
Town Encourages Citizens to Review the Community Strategic Plan
The Town of Cape Charles is beginning preparations for the next fiscal year budget–that work will start in July. Residents are encouraged to participate in shaping the budget process in two significant ways. Firstly, through the completion of the annual community survey, which has now concluded for the year. This input has been instrumental in […]
Cape Charles Police Statistics for Feb 24
According to the February statistics released by the Cape Charles police department, there were a total of 130 calls for service within Cape Charles. Additionally, officers responded to four calls for service outside of Cape Charles to provide assistance. The month saw seven felony arrests and two misdemeanor arrests made by the police. Traffic enforcement […]
Cape Charles Capital Projects Update
Below are the latest Capital Project updates provided by the CP Manager Bob Panek:
Historic District Review Board Meeting March 19
The Cape Charles Historic District Review Board’s regular meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, March 19, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. The meeting will address a range of Certificate of Appropriateness applications. Among the key applications on the agenda are: Ahead of the meeting, city staff have been engaging with potential applicants, assisting them in understanding the […]
Sheriff Doughty Updates Vehicle Thefts in Northampton
According to Sheriff David L. Doughty, Jr., the Northampton County Sheriff’s Office recentlyresponded to reports of several vehicles being broke into in the lower part of NorthamptonCounty. Upon receiving the reports, it was noted that several items of value were removedfrom unlocked vehicles. Sheriff Doughty would like to remind citizens to be vigilant withsecuring their […]
Retired Senator Lynwood Lewis tapped for next Shore Circuit Court Judge
Retired Senator Lynwood Lewis’s appointment as the next Eastern Shore Circuit Court Judge has been approved by the Virginia General Assembly. In unanimous votes on Thursday morning, both the Senate and the House approved several joint resolutions for a group of new judges to serve the Commonwealth, including Lewis’s nomination for the Shore’s seat as […]
Philosophy Seminar: The Concorde Supersonic Transport
Science and Philosophy Seminar of the Eastern Shore of Virginia has scheduled a seminar, “The Concorde Supersonic Transport”. The free 90-minute seminar will be held at 10:30 am. on Friday, March 15th in Room 148 of the Academic (the most Westerly) Building of Eastern Shore Community College, 29300 Lankford Hwy, Melfa, VA 23410. Janet Rochester […]
Rob Bloxom: The Latest from Richmond
Rob Bloxom reporting from Richmond. We enter the last week with most of the work in our committees finished. The bills are now on the floor for final vote. If a compromise has not been reached then the House version and Senate version have until we adjourn to reach a compromise. The bills, of course, […]
Eastern Shore Rural Health Visits Richmond and D.C. To Call Attention to Key Initiatives Affecting Health Care
Eastern Shore Rural Health System, Inc. representatives recently traveled to Richmond and Washington D.C. to advocate on behalf of community health centers. Community health centers are community-based and patient-directed organizations that provide affordable, obtainable, high-quality primary health care services. Rural Health Advocacy Committee members attended a legislative briefing held by the Virginia Community Healthcare Association and met with […]
Four More Whale Deaths along our Coast
The mysterious deaths of two humpback whales discovered on Virginia Beach’s shores have prompted investigations by marine authorities. Both incidents are being treated as separate cases, with the cause of death remaining unclear. The first whale was found stranded Sunday morning on the Oceanfront near 25th Street, alarming beachgoers and sparking immediate response efforts. The […]
NOAA-NASA Agreement to Advance North Atlantic Right Whale Conservation Technologies
NOAA Fisheries, in collaboration with NASA’s Center of Excellence for Collaborative Innovation (CoECI), has announced a groundbreaking $500,000 agreement aimed at bolstering efforts to save the critically endangered North Atlantic right whale species from extinction. The move comes as part of President Biden’s ambitious Investing in America agenda, financed by the historic Inflation Reduction Act, […]
Compulsory Mass Schooling and the Desire to Conform
In 1852, Massachusetts laid the groundwork for what would become a nationwide mandate: compulsory mass schooling. Designed ostensibly to promote literacy and civic engagement, it also served another purpose — to instill obedience and compliance, sacrificing originality and curiosity at the altar of conformity. As the system took root, it became clear that its origins […]
Country Gentlemen Tribute Band will perform at Cokesbury Church March 16th
The Country Gentlemen Tribute Band will perform at Cokesbury Church and Cultural Centerin Onancock at 7 pm, Saturday, March 16. The five-member ensemble devotes itself to thecontinuation of the Country Gentlemen bluegrass sound that rose to popularity in the 50’s and60’s under the leadership of guitarist Charlie Waller. The Tribute band is the outgrowth of […]
Pet of the Week: Meet Dusty
Hello I am Dusty. I am a 12 year old senior male. I was adopted from the SPCA in 2019 and my owner passed away. His hopes were that I will find another person to love me and take care of me, like he did. I weigh in at 13 pounds and was neutered years […]
History Notes this Week of March 2
321: Emperor Constantine I issues a decree for a universal day for the worship of the sun. The edict was carefully designed to give pagans and Christians a common day for worship of Sol Invictus, who was Constantine’s monotheistic “spiritual patron” before he became a Christian. The sun-day was the also the first day of the Roman week. Constantine’s […]
Virginia State Parks to hire more than 1,000 rangers
RICHMOND, VA – Virginia State Parks invites job seekers interested in summer seasonal and hourly wage positions to explore the opportunities available at parks across the state. Whether someone enjoys working outdoors, sharing their educational or historical expertise, or planning events and programs, Virginia State Parks offers a range of seasonal and wage positions that […]
Virginia State Parks provides educational experiences through new Let’s Go Adventures series
RICHMOND, VA – Virginia State Parks is offering a new series of programs to help visitors experience a diverse range of outdoor activities under the guidance of experienced rangers. Let’s Go Adventures kicks off this month and features Let’s Go Camping, Let’s Go Kayaking, Let’s Go Hiking, Let’s Go Fly Fishing, Let’s Go Orienteering and Let’s Go on an […]
Kiggans Votes to Support Veterans, Rein in Wasteful Spending
WASHINGTON, DC: Today, Congresswoman Jen Kiggans (VA-02) released the below statement after voting in favor of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2024. This legislation, which passed the House by a bipartisan vote of 339 to 85, includes bills that provide a total $460 billion in government funding. Notably, base spending across these six bills is $9 billion […]
Kiggans Seeks to Provide Tax Credits to Family Caregivers
Washington, DC: Today, Congresswoman Jen Kiggans (VA-02) announced her cosponsorship of H.R. 7165 Credit for Caring Act, a bipartisan, bicameral bill that would establish a tax credit for eligible individuals who spend personal dollars on services for family members requiring long-term care. The bill, which was introduced by Congressman Mike Carey (OH-15) in the U.S. House and by […]
Kiggans Responds to President Biden’s State of the Union Address
WASHINGTON, DC: Today, Congresswoman Jen Kiggans (VA-02) released the following statement in response to President Biden’s State of the Union address: “Last night, President Biden stood before Congress, the American people, and the world to give his State of the Union address. Like millions of Americans, I had many questions heading into last night. Unfortunately, we […]
Missy Cotter Smasal Endorsed by National Organization for Women
VIRGINIA BEACH, VA – Today, the National Organization for Women endorsed Missy Cotter Smasal, a Navy veteran, former small business owner, and mom, for Virginia’s Second Congressional District. NOW is a leading national organization dedicated to achieving and protecting equal rights for all women and girls in all aspects of social, political, and economic life. “Virginia […]
Asses&Villains: Biden’s Bad Idea Fairy Strikes Again
The Biden Bad Idea Fairy continues to work overtime. Why is the concept of a Gaza Pier not a viable option? This needs an acronym. How about GMAFB for Gaza’s Moronic Army Floating Base? (Seriously, there are better way to do this, the problem is the DoD divested most of the equipment and the Navy […]
Seabreeze Resident’s Future in Limbo
CAPE CHARLES, Va. — The Quality Inn in Exmore is currently providing temporary housing for some residents amid uncertainties surrounding the future of Seabreeze Apartments. Zoning Administrator Katie Nunez has been actively engaging with federal agencies including the USDA, HUD, ANPDC Regional Housing Authority, and a property management company to address ongoing concerns related to […]
Remembering Jane McKinley
Most happy events are the same, but each unhappy one is unhappy after its own fashion. So is the case of losing a member of our community the way we lost Jane McKinley. Each of us will address the loss in our own way. We are not going to delve into the details of the […]
Planning and Zoning Serves as Seabreeze Liason
CAPE CHARLES, Va. — The Planning & Zoning Administrator in Cape Charles has been actively engaged in a variety of initiatives. In a recent update provided by the office, the following highlights were noted: Further updates on these initiatives and additional planning and zoning matters are anticipated in the coming weeks as the town’s development […]
Readers Have Questions about Cape Charles Police
A Mirror reader submitted the following: On 2/15/24 there was a very serious motor vehicle accident in the Bay Creek community. A vehicle hit a tree at a high rate of speed. The person was airlifted to the hospital with very serious injuries. It is suspected that the driver was intoxicated after leaving the Coach House. […]
The Eastern Shore Refuge Visitor Center Needs Volunteers
Located at the tip of the Delmarva Peninsula, this area is one of the most important avian migration funnels in North America. Each fall, like colorful clockwork, the refuge is the scene of a spectacular drama as millions of songbirds and monarch butterflies and thousands of raptors converge on their voyage south. Favorable weather patterns […]
Historic District Review Board Approves Renovations and Additions
The Historic District Review Board convened for its regular meeting on Tuesday, February 16, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. to assess several Certificate of Appropriateness applications pertaining to properties within the historic district. Among the applications reviewed were the following: Each application underwent thorough review and consideration, taking into account the historical significance and architectural integrity […]
Public Works Prepares Park for Upcoming Spring Work
CAPE CHARLES, Va. — The Cape Charles Public Works team has wrapped up a series of tasks to ready Central Park for upcoming work by Broader Hite. Preparations included the removal of existing mulch from the bases of all park trees, an inspection to ensure all lights on Mason Avenue were unplugged for the season, […]
Legal Update: Fauber vs. Town of Cape Charles
CAPE CHARLES, Va. — The legal saga involving the Town of Cape Charles, its Mayor, and Town Council has taken another turn as a complaint filed by David W. Fauber alleging Virginia Freedom of Information Act violations and wrongful termination continues to navigate through the state’s judicial system. The ordeal began on August 18, 2020, […]
Pets of the Week: Bella and Traveler Still Need a Home
Hi I am Bella a 2-year-old lab mix female. I am spayed and am up to date on my vaccines. I am somewhat short in stature, but weigh a compact 55 lbs. I am very clean in my kennel so I was house-trained. I enjoy toys and human contact. I am super smart and know […]
- Eastern Shore Birding Events for Spring
- Eastern Shore Soil & Water Conservation District Announces 2024 Annual Conservation Poster Contest
- Perogi Sale at Epworth Methodist Church!
- History Notes this week of Feb 25
- Number Theory: Palindromic Numbers and 33
- Rob Bloxom reporting on the General Assembly from Richmond
- Kiggans Joins New Bipartisan Effort to Secure America’s Borders and Support Our Allies
- Everytown for Gun Safety Action Fund Endorses Missy Cotter Smasal
- Missy Cotter Smasal Secures Major Endorsement from House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries
- Hampton Landlord Charged with Fraud, Threats, and Civil Rights Violations
- Virginia State Parks accepting applications for Virginia Service and Conservation Corps
- Austin Monnett named new park manager at False Cape State Park
- Virginians urged to know their flood risk, protect their property from flooding during Flood Awareness Week
- Asses&Villains: Joseph K. in America
- History Notes Special: A Confederate General and the Norfolk and Petersburg Railroad
- CCPD Press Release: Shooting in Cape Charles
- Community Trail Progress and Infrastructure Updates in Cape Charles
- State Corporation Commission Reviews Proposed Acquisition of Utilities by Virginia American Water
- Cape Charles Library Engages Community with Diverse Activities
- Opinion | A Call to Preserve Rural Quality of Life and Affordable Housing
- Eastern Shore Groundwater Committee Confronts Saltwater Intrusion Concerns
- Pet of the Week: Meet JoJo!
- Philosophy Seminar: Energy!!! And a Little Climate
- Kiptopeke State Park will host a Job Fair March 9
- First Domestic NRO Mission from Wallops Island in March
- Report: Oysters Key to Climate Resiliency
- Film: Asteroid City and the Postmodern
- History Notes this week of Feb 18
- Latest from Richmond – Rob Bloxom
- Kiggans, Jacobs Introduce Bill to Investigate Conditions of Overseas Military Barracks
- National Women’s Political Caucus Endorses Missy Cotter Smasal for Election to Virginia’s 2nd Congressional District
- Congressman Steny Hoyer Endorses Missy Cotter Smasal
- Young Legislators highlight record-breaking open enrollment in VA Health Benefit Exchange
- Asses&Villains: Border Crisis in KGB America
- Ripping You Off: Biden Administration Announces $1.2 Billion Student Loan Debt Discharge
- Ukraine and the War of Lies
- Op-Ed-Standing Water in Cape Charles Central Park: A Safety Concern Ignored?
- Cape Charles Code Official Continues to Work with Seabreeze Apartments
- Cape Charles Capital Projects Update
- Historic District Review Board Meeting Feb 20
- Do Trashy Billboards Hurt the Shore’s Aesthetic?
- Eastern Shore of Virginia Master Naturalist Adds 21 Members
- Orchestra of the Eastern Shore presents: The Rise of Classicism
- Eastern Shore Rural Health Receives Unsolicited $5 Million Gift
- Rob Bloxom Reports from Richmond
- Cape Charles Animal Hospital Hiring
- History Notes this week of Feb 10
- Virginia’s 4 PM Burning Law is in effect from February 15 through April 30
- Pet of the Week: Wynonna Needs a Home
- Volunteer Park Cleanup at Kiptopeke State Park