Local government

James City County was the final locality to sign a new regional agreement, renaming the system the Greater Williamsburg Regional Library.

The moratorium creates time to make sure future projects “come in under terms that are agreeable to Suffolk and not to the data center operators.”

Lucas and six others were charged with racketeering conspiracy, conspiracy to launder money and marijuana, wire fraud and more.

The suit alleged clearing trees at the site caused “irreversible damage to environmental resources and habitat.”

Environmental advocates worry the move would send the wrong message to residents already struggling with flooding.

Without a candidate, races in Virginia default to write-in campaigns.

The Bluffs at Kiskiack project would have brought more than 700 homes to the Croaker area of James City County.

Making cell service better in Williamsburg requires more small infrastructure and cooperation with service providers.

Several from the nearby Grove community objected, saying they’ve faced over-industrialization for years.

The current home is one. Another could be part of developing plans for untouched land in the southern city.