Latest James River Stories

- $120,000 Dominion Foundation grant made the long-needed boat launch site possible RICHMOND, Va., May 15, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- One of the most beautiful tidal stretches of the James River is more accessible to boaters today, thanks to a new boat ramp in Charles City County made possible by a $120,000 grant from the Dominion Foundation, the philanthropic organization for Dominion Resources Inc. Dominion, Charles City County and the Chesapeake Conservancy officials cut...

Lawrence LeBlond for redOrbit.com - Your Universe Online New Evidence suggests the settlers at Jamestown, Virginia in 1609-1610 resorted to cannibalism in the face of a harsh winter with a shortage of food stock. Archeologists working closely with the Smithsonian have made the discovery after careful analysis of human remains unearthed at the site in 2012. William Kelso of the Jamestown Rediscovery Project at Preservation Virginia, and his archeological colleagues have been working at...

The Easiest "Mobile Way" to Search for Virginia Beach and Hampton Roads Homes and Real Estate Virginia Beach, Va (PRWEB) December 27, 2012 The new Virginia Beach and Hampton Roads Real Estate Mobile Search Engine has now launched. With this new mobile real estate search engine potential buyers can find information about any property in Virginia Beach and Hampton Roads while on the go, sitting in the office, or just having coffee at Starbucks. Here are some of the features of the...

WARWICK, R.I., Dec. 11, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Devotees of colonial and early American history have heretofore had to pursue their passion piecemeal, flitting from website to website to discover the latest news, information and events related to this fascinating era that holds so many captive. Now, with the launch of ColonialAmerica.com, all of the above and more can be accessed in one central location. The new web portal will offer visitors a smorgasbord of features focusing on the...

WILLIAMSBURG, Va., Nov. 28, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- The festive and timeless allure of Greater Williamsburg creates unforgettable holiday memories. Consider these seven ways to experience the region this year: Carol through the Past: Join an evening of caroling with Governor Yeardley at Historic Jamestown's A Christmas Be Mery evening program before witnessing the firing of the Christmas guns on Jamestown Island. Dance Minuets: Visit the historic Governor's Palace ballroom for A...

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va., July 26, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- IssueTrak, an international leader in issue tracking, help desk and customer support software, has been recognized for the third year in a row as one of the best places to work in Hampton Roads by Inside Business, the Hampton Roads Business Journal. IssueTrak was awarded third place in the Small Business category. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120215/PH54111LOGO ) "It is certainly an honor to be recognized as a Best...

Jim Boswell of Virginia Beach, Virginia has been honored with a recognition by Hampton Roads Magazine in its selection of "2012 Hampton Roads Real Estate Agents." VIRGINIA BEACH, Va., May 11, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Announcing a special recognition appearing in the May, 2012 issue of Hampton Roads Magazine published by Vista Graphics, Inc.. Jim Boswell was selected for the following honor: "2012 Hampton Roads Real Estate Agents" (Photo:...

New Position Will Serve As Family Housing Advocate NORFOLK, Va., Dec. 9, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Lincoln Military Housing (LMH) announced today that it has established the new position of Chief Customer Service Officer to better serve military families who reside in its communities. The Chief Customer Service Officer will be directly responsible for serving as a liaison between LMH and the residents it serves. This announcement is the latest step in the comprehensive...

The entire length of Gannaway Drive (from Main Street to Ragsdale Road) will be blocked off, turning downtown Jamestown into a gigantic concert venue. Jamestown, NC (PRWEB) September 03, 2011 Jamestown Swing, a non-profit organization established in 2009 to market Jamestown, NC and raise funds and awareness for the YMCA “We Build People” campaign through high profile special events, has announced its 2011 charity event will be held Saturday, October 15th from 3pm-10pm in...

This June 24-26, join the Peninsula Association for Sickle Cell Anemia (PASCA) and the City of Hampton as they present the 21st annual Afrikan American Festival. The fun takes place at Mill Point Park in downtown Hampton and includes live music, arts & crafts, clothing, and ethnic food vendors. (PRWEB) May 02, 2011 This June 24-26, join the Peninsula Association for Sickle Cell Anemia (PASCA) and the City of Hampton as they present the 21st annual Afrikan American Festival. The fun...