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August 2008 Fair's thrill will linger for county; CAROLINE >> New park expected to bring more tourists, revenue -The Meadow Event Park will open in time for 2009 State Fair but will continue to pay dividends for Caroline long after the fall event more →
From The Free Lance Star

Governor Kaine's Prepared Remarks to Joint Meeting of the Senate Finance, House Finance & House Appropriations Committees

Subdivision on ice for month - To help get their 526-home rezoning request passed, developer Frank Sealy and his wife, Linda, are offering Caroline County a fire station and other new proffers......more →
From The Free Lance Star

'Bad Musical' is very good!
From The Caroline Progress

State Fair will open in Caroline Sept. 24, 2009!
From The Caroline Progress

National Night Out draws large crowd
From The Caroline Progress

New Dawn Library receives another big check
From the Caroline Progress

Darrell Green pays a visit to Caroline
From The Caroline Progress

Children get "up close and personal" with Public Safety Officials on August 5th & 6th, 2008

Caroline Chamber changes - Last week the Caroline County Chamber of Commerce moved from Bowling Green to a new office in Ladysmith..... more →
From The Free Lance Star

Caroline County Health Alliance Invites You to "Join The Challenge"

Updated photo of missing elderly male

VFW Post 10295 August Newsletter

Caroline Chamber relocating to Ladysmith

Board of Supervisors adopts amended Planning & Building Fees for the Department of Planning and Community Development

County Fair serves up five days of fun
From The Caroline Progress

Visiting teens labor for God
From The Caroline Progress

Missing Elderly Male Sought

Palestinian Election Commission visits Caroline County Registrar’s Office

Peace Progress Monthly Newsletter, August 2008

County Officials Informed Of Value City Furniture Closing

August 2008 Message from the County Administrator

Caroline County hosts "Tea for the Cure"

Caroline County Sheriff's Office 5th Annual National Night Out

Panel considers Caroline museum - A new committee in Caroline will be taking a look at the county's historical artifacts and the possibility for opening a public museum.....more →
From the Free Lance Star

Caroline revisiting noise law - A Caroline County resident recently knocked on Supervisor Maxie Rozell's door about 11:30 at night with a complaint. Rozell said the woman wanted him to hear firsthand the music blaring from a party....more →
From the Free Lance Star

Take Control Of Winter Heating Expenses Today -
From Columbia Gas

International society stops in Caroline
From The Caroline Progress

July 2008 Milford Station' a hit at Ladysmith
From The Caroline Progress
Teens hammer down good deeds
From The Caroline Progress

Legs broken, 'Harmony' is on the mend
From the Caroline Progress

Historic 'Gay Mont' sold to private owner
From The Caroline Progress

Scrapbooking Crop fundraiser to benefit Cub Scout Pack 173 - August 15 - 16, 2008. Please click for flyer

Brief: Caroline Supervisors delay action on cell tower - Last night officials in Caroline County agreed to defer action on a permit which would allow a new telecommunications tower near the future State Fair site. more →
From The Free Lance Star

A First for Caroline All-Stars - Caroline County has a healthy Little League system, but their all-star teams haven't fared well in regional competition. That changed earlier this month.....more →
From the Free Lance Star

Caroline's Promise Executive Director Employment Opportunity

Belmont North rezoning public hearing rescheduled for Aug. 12 - A public hearing for a 526-home rezoning application in Caroline County originally scheduled for tonight has been rescheduled for Aug. 12. more →
From The Free Lance Star

Curran Named Treasurer of the Year by Treasurer’s Association of Virginia

Caroline County Parks Operating Policy

VDEQ "Litter Picks and Recycling Lines Electronic Newsletters

The Peace Progress Newsletter - July 2008

Six Month Analysis - July 2008

Williams will spend summer with Mavs - Reggie Williams was a psychology major at Virginia Military Institute, but he's no slouch in Math, either. So, when the Bowling Green native..... more →
From The Free Lance Star

VFW Post 10295 Newsletter, July 2008

July Message from The County Administrator

Animal Control to Report to Sheriff Effective July 1

500-plus homes proposed in Caroline - An area developer is hoping to add 526 homes to Caroline County, just north of an existing subdivision off State Route 207...... more →
From The Free Lance Star

Columbia Gas of Virginia Adjusts Natural Gas Costs

Ladysmith Village is making music - with a message - Ladysmith Village will be hosting its first annual Ladysmith Village summer concert series - and it's music with a cause. Several, actually..... more→

Caroline Revenue Coming up Short Caroline Spending - Less than a week before the fiscal year ends, Caroline County Officials found out they are facing a $600,000 shortfall......
more →    From The Free Lance Star

Peace Progress Newsletter, June 2008

Caroline school chief finds friends ABOUT KILLOUGH Gregory Killough's recent visit to Caroline County took him back in time about 25 years.....more →
From The Free Lance Star

Peace Progress Newsletter, June 2008

Caroline school chief finds friends ABOUT KILLOUGH Gregory Killough's recent visit to Caroline County took him back in time about 25 years.....more →
From The Free Lance Star

Community overflows Food Pantry
From The Caroline Progress

Historic Port Royal Independence Day Celebration

New superintendent at ease with media
From The Caroline Progress
June 2008 Coaching basketball at Caroline High School, Jim Blanton made Caroline sports history
From The Caroline Progress

Cindy Honeycutt named 'Teacher of the Year'
From The Caroline Progress

Enjoy mass transportation, FRED -style
I recently wondered how much higher my gasoline bill would have to rise before I'd get out of my car...... more →
From The Free Lance Star

Caroline prepares to approve budget - Caroline County supervisors are finally ready to approve a budget for the coming fiscal year.....more →
From The Free Lance Star

Virginia Tech Opportunity Programs, 2008 Summer Day Camp

BOS Adopts New Vision, Mission Core Values for County Government

Committee Established to Study Feasibility of New County Museum

Board of Supervisors Seeks Naming Bridges Honoring Fallen State Troopers

Caroline picks new schools leader. A school chief in Southwest Virginia will be Caroline County's next school superintendent.
more →
From The Free Lance Star

Caroline girl has a brain for medicine - Tatianna Taylor wasn't grossed out when she dissected a human brain in elementary school. She decided she wanted to be a doctor. more →
From The Free Lance Star

Ladysmith trucks will be back in service by the end of the month A Caroline County volunteer fire department plans to have the second of three trucks that were recently out of service back in use today..... more →
From the Free Lance Star

Caroline Delegation Competes for All-American City Award in Tampa, Florida

VSE OPENS NEW CENTER OF EXCELLENCE

VGW Post 10295 June 2008 Newsletter

Columbia Gas of Virginia Adjusts Gas Costs For Summer Months

Caroline Lowers Unemployment Rate, Adds Jobs

County schools hold Mini Relays, raise thousands
From The Caroline Progress

Caroline County Agricultural Fair, July 24 - July 27, 2008. Click here for more information.

Numerous trees blown down in Dawn
From The Caroline Progress

Relay for Life a festive evening
From The Caroline Progress

'Treat'em like your kids,' says future vet
From The Caroline Progress

Three Caroline students win silver medals at Academy of Science
From The Caroline Progress

County looks to cut costs
From The Caroline Progress

Caroline residents report seeing tornado in Dawn area. Several Caroline County residents called 911 about 4:40 p.m. yesterday to report seeing a tornado in the Dawn area....more →
From The Free Lance Star

Deputy dubbed 'Energizer Bunny' Caroline Deputy helps high school track team. Caroline County sheriff's deputy T.J. Ketchem has been pacing Caroline HIgh School 800-meter runner Alex Smith all spring....more →
From The Free Lance Star

Important News from Comcast

Caroline water, sewer fees rising Hooking up to Caroline County utilities now costs $1,000 more after officials raised the connection fee earlier this week.....more →
From The Free Lance Star

June Message from the County Administrator
Governor Kaine announces mortgage clinics to be held in June

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS INCREASES UTILITY AVAILABILITY RATES

Civil Rights Memorial, Virginia State Capitol Dedication

http://www.fredericksburg.com/News/FLS/2008/052008/05232008/382046 Caroline County native and former Virginia Military Institute basketball star Reggie Williams has received an invitation to play........more →
From The Free Lance Star

Governor Tim Kaine has proclaimed May 25 - 31 as Hurricane and Flooding Preparedness Week

BOARD ADJUSTS WATER & SEWER USER RATES

School Board honors students

Peace Progress May 2008 Newsletter

Caroline man wins $1 million Caroline County Resident David Thacker is $1 million richer....more →
From The Free Lance Star

Community Job Fair, Saturday, May 31

May, 2008 New outreach serves Caroline
From inRich.com

Chamber of Commerce After-Hours Social

Mildred Loving 'a party to a new Eden'
From The Caroline Progress

County Employee wins first place at the Locate Rodeo Competition

Stonewall Jackson Candlelight Remembrance
From The Caroline Progress

Loving never wanted spotlight Family and friends bid farewell to Mildred Loving. Humble. Divine. But mostly loving, like the name she bore....more →
From The Free Lance Star


Ladysmith Village to Host Summer Concert Series

Voting Results from the Registrar's Office

2008 Port Royal election has write-in tie
For the second time since 2004, candidates in yesterday's Port Royal election has write-in tie....more →
From The Free Lance Star


Bowling Green winners to serve 4 years
Four winners in the Bowling Green town Council election--Daniel Webb, Glenn McDearmon, Jason Satterwhite and Otis Wright--will be the first....more →
From The Free Lance Star


Caroline school chiefcandidates profiled Nine of Caroline County's 26 applicants for superintendent are former or current school chiefs......more →
From The Free Lance Star


Caroline Heroine Dies
Mildred Loving hadn't intended to be a trailblazer. She simply wanted to live her life with the nam she loved in a quiet part of Caroline County.....more →
From The Free Lance Star

VFW Post 10295 May Newsletter

Rappahannock Electric Questline Newsletter

May Message from The County Administrator

For Immedate Release: CEO chosen for Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center

County hopes whale will make big splash
Caroline Economic Development Director Gary Wilson wants to make a full-scale reproduction of a prehistoric whale found in Carmel Church the focal point of the county's new visitors center come August.....more →
From the Free Lance Star


State Fair advances at Caroline location Public officials got muddy yesterday at a ceremonial groundbreaking for the new State Fair of Virginia.....more →
From the Free Lance Star

Press Release: Miocene Whale Display


Second Annual Rappahannock Area Women's Health Day

Unconditional Certification Awarded by Virginia Department of Corrections

Caroline County Department of Parks and Recreation Notice of Extension of Registration - Co-Rec Softball League (Adults)

Fort A.P. Hill Claims Top Honors in Prestigious Army-wide Competition

Tornado Preparedness

April, 2008 Caroline must close $1.1 million budget gap Budget Options Officials in Caroline County would have to find up to $1.1 million to fully fund expenses for next year,...... more →
From The Free Lance Star


Popular agriculture teacher is retiring For the past 30 years, the world has been Warren Samuel's classroom...... more →
From The Free Lance Star


Caroline real estate tax will get 5-cent increase for 08-09...more →
From The Free Lance Star


A Ladysmith Elementary School fifth-grader summed up his impression of Caroline County's brand-new school with one word: "Dude!"...... more →
From The Free Lance Star


Caroline skaters finally have a place of their own
In Caroline County, young soccer, football and basketball players can use local community centers or recreational parks for practices...more →
From the Free Lance Star


Caroline County Health Alliance Bowling Green 5K Run/Walk

Softball Game to benefit Caroline Relay for Life

Wright's Chapel invites Caroline churches to MS Walk
From The Caroline Progress


A Family Fair - April 19

April Editions of "Litter Picks" and "Recycling Lines"

New superintendent needs to communicate, speakers say
From The Caroline Progress


Delegate Chris Peace visits Dawn Youth Center
From The Caroline Progress


Caroline throws a party for Secretariat
From the Caroline Progress


Rappahannock Electric Questline Newsletter April 2008

VFW Post 10295 April 2008 Newsletter

April Message from the County Administrator

April 26 John Wilkes Booth Escape Tour through Virginia

News Release, National Park Service Spring Hours at Military Park

March, 2008Public Hearing Notice - Help Shape Virginia's Transportation Future

Surfing seniors linked to services
A new Internet program in area counties is linking senior citizens to immediate information....more →

From the Free Lance Star

Outlying counties hold lead on growth
New census numbers show Spotsylvania and Stafford counties getting a handle on their exploding populations, ....more →

From the Free Lance Star

Caroline County Health Alliance Newsletter

Board of Supervisors Lifts Water Restrictions

Bowling Green District Community Meetings

Important Message from the Commmissioner of the Revenue - Federal Stimulus PaymentCaroline Selected as Finalist for National Civic League All-America City Award

Information regarding state funding for public education, preliminary budget estimates

Peace Progress Session Week 9

Rappahannock Electric Questline Newsletter - March 17

Old Photos Wanted!

In memoriam - Yvonne Reedal

Caroline sets date for new school other details

Four Ladysmith Scouts to become Eagles today

CHS delivers sensational Black History Program
From The Caroline Progress


'Silver Ring Thing' reaches hundreds
From The Caroline Progress


Scorecard by the Pew Center states that Virginia rates as one of the most effective state governments

Roll Call: On a Mission to Draw In Veterans

Peace Progress: Week 8

State of the County Address, 2008

Sheriff's State of the County Topics

March Message from the County Administrator

The County Administrator's Budget Message

Caroline County Appoints New Tourism Manager

Department of Planning & Community Development Annual Report

Results for the SPECIAL ELECTION: HOUSE OF DELEGATES 99th DISTRICT

Soldiers to Move Through Caroline County March 11-12

VFW Post 10295 is seeking members

Summary of Actions Taken by the Planning Commission at its February 20 meeting

Parks and Recreation 2007 Annual Report

February, 2008Utility Rate Study Information

Public Input Requested On Utility Rate Adjustments

Outdoor Fires Unlawful Before 4 p.m.

Peace Progress: Week 7

February 12 Dual Primary Election Results -
Caroline Democratic


Caroline Republican February 12 Dual
Primary Election Results


Old Photos Wanted!

New book tells of freedom and new life
From The Caroline Progress


Voices to heal what divides us
From The Caroline Progress

Polar Bear Plunge an astounding success
From The Caroline Progress


Sportsmanship award shines a light on Caroline
From The Caroline Progress


Fire, Rescue & Emergency Management Annual Report Department of Economic Development 2007 Annual Report

Caroline County Health Alliance Newsletter

Important Dates from the Commissioner of the Revenue

Wireless telecommunication pilot program begins February 1

North Central Virginia Legislative Program

Department of Public Works 2007 Annual Report

Invitation to the Public to serve on citizen
boards, commissions and committees


Emergency Fund Set Up for Brady and Elizabeth Grim

10th Annual Relay for Life Kick Off Celebration

Benefit Fund Established for Beverely Gage

Cooperative Urges Member to Prepare for Winter Weather
January, 2008Registrar, Roger Edwards, 1944-2007

Sheriff's Office Certified Law Enforcement Agency

December Dawn Wastewater Project Uncovers lost High School Ring

Caroline County Holiday Ornament 2007 Limited Edition

Dawn plan makes a village and no sprawl
From The Caroline Progress


Christmas Parade lights up Holiday Season
From The Caroline Progress


November, 2007 Columbia Gas of Virginia Adjusts Gas Costs

RACSB Dedicates New Patricia Spaulding Building

Santa Claus raises money for Caroline kids
From The Caroline Progress


Old jail knocked down
From The Caroline Progress


Community Thanksgiving Meal fills a need
From The Caroline Progress


Superintendent James C. Willett, CJM earns second National Certification

Central Virginia Health Services Seeks Caroline County Location

Ft. A.P.Hill Commander/Senior Mission Commander Ink "Army Family Covenant"

Caroline County Reports Strong Employment Figures

A homeless man finds sympathetic treatment in Caroline County
From The Caroline Progres


Haunted 'Old Mansion' for sale
From The Caroline Progres


Old Port Royal School teaches more than computers
From The Caroline Progress


Caroline e-Newsletter For Commerce, Fall 2007

October, 2007 Board of Supervisors Makes Case Before Commonwealth Transportation Board

Caroline County Issues a Warning about Open Burning

Media Release Carmel Christian Academy

Ground Breaking/Announcement, Ladysmith Professional Building

Caroline's Promise Halloween Carnival - Click for Flyer

Media Release - Study of Business Value Growth

VSE 100 Jobs Announcement and Utilities Expansion Agreement

Frog Level Fall Festival, Parade and Brunwsick Stew; VFD Open Houses

Requested Voluntary Restrictions as of October 9, 2007

Ribbon Cutting for Four Businesses in Ladysmith

Ribbon Cutting at ASI

Caroline County Board of Supervisors Imposes Water Restrictions

County Park Groundbreaking Ceremony at Ladysmith Village

September Caroline's Promise Bass Fishing Tournament

Caroline Employee John Goforth recognized for Accomplishments

Caroline County Activities Captured in CD

COMCAST ANNOUNCES CHANNEL CHANGES FOR OCTOBER

VDOT RESTRICTS OVERWEIGHT VEHICLES ON ROUTE 3 ROBERT O. NORRIS JR. MEMORIAL BRIDGE

Caroline’s Promise 6th Annual
Community Wide Celebration Ceremony


SALVATION ARMY TO HOST
SEMINAR ON SEXUAL TRAFFICKING


Humane Society of Caroline 1st Annual Dance - "Paws for a Cause"

Walk-A-Bout a Success!

1st Annual DARE Car Show a Success

Relief Fund for Captain Yvonne Reedal

Walkabout: Take a Walk & Join the Challenge!

6th Annual Town of Bowling Green Clean Sweep

August, 2007 Cost of Natural Gas Down For Columbia Gas of Virginia

DARE Fundraiser A Success

Back to School Drive

Notification of Grant Funding for Local Area Non-Profits

World renowned eating disorder treatment center opens facility in Virginia

Notification of Willingness Advertisement Project:0030-016-103, PE101, RW201, M501
Route 30 Location Map
American Legion Post 221 Takes Top Honors at Convention

Grapes of Taste Grand Opening. Please click here for Flyer

Important information for customers on the Town of Bowling Green's Water System

Caroline County Agricultural Fair Special Midway Preview

Caroline County Agricultural Fair Tentative Schedule of Events

ROZELL, TAYLOR TO ORGANIZE
YOUTH TASK FORCE AUGUST 23


Media Release - Movie About native son Secretariat

Requests For Proposals for Consulting Services-Comprehensive Plan Update County of Caroline, Virginia

MASTER GARDNER CLASSES
TO BE OFFERED IN LADYSMITH


Pride of Ownership Appliance Program

Manage Winter Heating Expenses Now by Enrolling in Columbia Gas of Virginia's Budget Payment Plan

Caroline County Air Quality Gets Clean Bill of Health

CARMEL CHURCH COMMUNITY PLAN 2006-2026 receives 2007 VACo Achievement Award

Students get 'something to do'
From The Caroline Progress


July, 2007 CAROLINE ROTARY HONORS ASHCRAFT WITH PAUL HARRIS FELLOW AWARD

Dawn Wastewater and Housing Rehab Project to Celebrate Success on August 4

Bowling Green Summer Camp puts positive spin on summer
From The Caroline Progress


Volunteers make the Fair come alive
From The Caroline Progress


Sales Tax Holiday - click for more information.

Summer Reading Program served up
From The Caroline Progress


Dawn Summer Camp more than fun
From The Caroline Progress


County considers new subdivision
From The Caroline Progress


Summer camp at Ladysmith relaxes, teaches and provides fun
From The Caroline Progress


“July Fourth” celebrated with style in Caroline
From The Caroline Progress


Green becomes Union Bankshares
From The Caroline Progress


Spending plan approved
From The Caroline Progress


County to spend $3.3 million on office space
From The Caroline Progress


New service offered by IRS for Small Businesses

2007 Changes to Virginia's Laws

Ladysmith Library has something for everyone, everyday
From The Caroline Progress


What's all the building in Bowling Green?
From The Caroline Progress