Busch Gardens Williamsburg has revealed their newest, record-breaking thrill ride coming in 2020. As an ode to the most powerful Roman gods, Pluto, Neptune, Mercury, Minerva and Jupiter, they have a created a 73 mph multi-launch roller coaster that formerly held the title of “North America’s Fastest Multi-Launch Coaster.” After consulting with Mercury, the swift […]
CONSTRUCTION BEGINS ON LONGHILL Rd IMPROVEMENTS
A Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) project to increase capacity, relieve congestion and improve safety on Longhill Road (Route 612) has begun construction activities. Based on the findings and extensive public input from the Longhill Road Corridor Study completed by James City County in 2014, VDOT incorporated a variety of transit improvements from the study […]
Finding the Perfect Home in Queens Lake
Every home has a story John Womeldorf knows that every home has a story. As an experienced realtor with a deep love for Williamsburg, John looks beyond the basic features of the homes he sells. In his “Every home has a story” series, John introduces potential buyers to the aspects of a home that they […]
Stonehouse development changes proposed
A proposed change for the Stonehouse planned community’s zoning and master plan would eliminate almost 1,200 residential units and 2 million square feet of commercial space. The changes in the new master plan would allow up to 2,392 residential units and up to 740,000 square feet of non-residential development instead of the previously approved plan […]
Pickleball Courts coming to Veterans Park in James City County
The construction of 8 new pickleball courts is underway at Veterans Park, aka Kidsburg. The tennis courts closed Nov. 5 and will be replaced by new pickleball courts. Work to demolish the existing tennis and pickleball courts, which are in poor condition due to age, is expected to take 8 to 10 weeks. Work at […]
JCC Planning Commission recommends affordable housing development
The James City County Planning Commission gave the nod to a proposal to build affordable town homes and independent living facility at Forest Heights Wednesday. The application, filed by the James City County Board of Supervisors and Doug Harbin of Wayne Harbin Builder, Inc., seeks a special-use permit to rezone 47 acres at Forest Heights […]
Free admission to Colonial Williamsburg for military families Veterans Day weekend 2019
Colonial Williamsburg is offering FREE admission during Veterans Day weekend, Friday through Monday, November 8-11, to all active duty Military, Reservists, Retirees, Veterans, National Guardsmen and their immediate dependents.* Colonial Williamsburg will also observe Veterans Day and women’s contributions to military efforts throughout America’s history through special military-themed programs including a veterans’ parade and a […]
A Wonderful Williamsburg Weekend – Chowderfest – Noktoberfest
ChowderFest returns to Williamsburg, Virginia on Friday, November 8th, 6.30-9.30pm. This will be part of “A Wonderful Williamsburg Weekend” in partnership with American Evolution. Going into its 8th year, this extremely popular culinary event draws over 600 guests annually. This year we have live music by Strictly Bizzness. Saturday, November 9th, back by popular demand, Noktoberfest, […]
Arbordale New Home for sale | Williamsburg, VA
112 Rustic Run Ln Williamsburg VA 23188 New Construction Fall-Thru | Ranch-Style Home |Walkout Basement| HOA Takes Care of Yard Work $339,990 *$15,000 Price Reduction – Home Originally Sold for $354,990* Move in Ready Able to Close End of Year 3 Bedrooms / 2 Baths / 2 Car Garage All Bedrooms on the 1st Floor Walkout […]
Axe Republic Opens in New Town Williamsburg
Axe Republic has opened at 4919 Courthouse Street in New Town Williamsburg. Axe Republic is an entertainment axe throwing venue that hosts individuals, groups and leagues. Axe Republic is owned by Nikki Montero. Axe Republic has 12 lanes for axe throwing, each with a wooden backboard. Six patrons are permitted per lane and reservations can […]
Spoke & Art opening early November Along the Virginia Capital Trail in Williamsburg
Steve Rose has been a longtime staple in the Williamsburg community. As owner of Williamsburg Event Rentals and CultureFix, Steve is the man behind many of the town’s biggest events, but his newest endeavor is more of a passion project. Steve is the co-owner and operator of the new business Spoke & Art Provision Company. […]
Year End Sales Event @ Colonial Heritage-Williamsburg VA
The cozy Belle Grove floor plan offer 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths and a den in 1366 sq ft with a 2 car garage. This home features a spacious great room with a gas fireplace and separate kitchen with hardwood floors, granite counter tops and GE Stainless steel appliances. A covered patio off the kitchen […]
See Chesapeake Virginia’s finest homes at the 2019 Homearama!
Homearama 2019, Tidewater Builder Association’s annual showcase of single site, custom-built homes, returns to Chesapeake’s Culpepper Landing neighborhood.The event runs three consecutive weekends, Oct. 25 to November 10. Hours are Noon to 7 p.m. on Fridays, and from Noon to 6 p.m. on Saturdays and the first two Sundays. Homearama is open from Noon to […]