Williamsburg, VA Local News (June 30, 2025)
Local Politics & Law Changes:
James City and York Counties are considering policies regarding data centers, specifically their location, power, and water usage. (Virginia Gazette, June 30, 2025)
City of Williamsburg is implementing changes to water and sewer billing. (Williamsburg Yorktown Daily, June 21, 2025 - Note: While this article is from a few days ago, it's a significant local policy change.)
Democratic gubernatorial hopeful Abigail Spanberger held a campaign stop in Williamsburg, discussing lowering costs and supporting veterans. (Virginia Gazette, June 29, 2025; X, 51 minutes ago)
A Williamsburg man pleaded guilty to sending threats of child sex abuse to a police officer. (13NewsNow.com, 56 minutes ago)
The Supreme Court is reviewing limits on party spending in federal elections. (13NewsNow.com, 4 hours ago)
New Businesses & Projects:
A new Filipino restaurant is opening soon on Olde Towne Road. (Virginia Gazette, June 27, 2025)
Tabitha Sewer Studio is expanding to a new location in an outlet mall. (Williamsburg Yorktown Daily, June 15, 2025 - Note: While this article is from a few days ago, it's a significant local business development.)
Riverside broke ground on a new facility at Patriots Colony. (Williamsburg Yorktown Daily, June 24, 2025)
The Williamsburg regional sports center authority has set its budget for 2026. (Virginia Gazette, June 27, 2025)
First Virginia Buc-ee’s has officially opened. (WAVY.com, 3 hours ago)
Events & Community:
WARA partnered with Chesapeake Bank as an official sales location for gift certificates. (Williamsburg Yorktown Daily, June 28, 2025)
Cassie Donegan is making a special appearance in ‘Newsies’ this weekend in Williamsburg. (Williamsburg Yorktown Daily, June 26, 2025)
Visit Williamsburg unveiled The Great American Birthday Quilt Project. (Williamsburg Yorktown Daily, June 26, 2025)
Summer of Wonder started this weekend at Busch Gardens Williamsburg. (Williamsburg Yorktown Daily, June 26, 2025)
Colonial Williamsburg held a Juneteenth Celebration. (Williamsburg Yorktown Daily, June 21, 2025)
Second Lady Usha Vance visited the James City County 4-H camp. (Virginia Gazette, June 27, 2025)
The JCC Rec Center pool is closing for a major 5-month renovation project. (Virginia Gazette, June 27, 2025)
There are numerous July 4th fireworks and events planned across Hampton Roads. (WAVY.com, 3 hours ago; Virginia Gazette, June 30, 2025)
The Virginia Capital Trail Foundation is hosting a summer challenge. (Virginia Gazette, June 27, 2025)
Other Relevant News:
Senators Kaine and Warner secured $5M for Virginia airports. (WAVY.com, 24 mins ago; 13NewsNow.com, 2 hours ago)