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Input Meeting Scheduled for Powhatan Creek Watershed Management Plan

James City County is seeking input to help update the Powhatan Creek Watershed Management Plan. A public meeting will be held on Monday, Feb. 13 from 6-8 p.m. at the James City County Recreation Center (Rooms B & C), located at 5301 Longhill Road.This...

JCCPD: Seeking Public’s Assistance in Identifying Recovered Decedent

Feb. 2 update: The JCCPD is seeking the public’s aid in identifying the decedent discovered in a retention pond on Jan. 25. The investigation indicates that the decedent was in the retention pond for two weeks or longer. The investigati...

Virginia’s Nuclear Power Stations Transition from Siren Warning System

PUBLISHED: FEBRUARY 1, 2023

RICHMOND, VA – Effective today, February 1, 2023, those living within an approximate 10-mile radius of Dominion Energy’s North Anna Power Station (NAPS) and Surry Power Station (SPS), will no longer ...

February Events from Parks & Recreation

AquaticsBasic Swim Instructor Training • Ages 16+Three-day course for $225:Friday, Feb. 3, 4-7 p.m.Saturday, Feb. 4, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Thursday, Feb. 6-9, 4-8 p.m.James City County Recreation CenterBecome a certified American Red Cross Basic S...

JCCPD Attempting to Identify Suspect in Shoplifting

On Jan. 29 at approximately 2:10 p.m., an unknown male entered the Sunglass Hut at 5625 Richmond Road and stole several items from the store. The suspect is a Black male, and during the commission of the crime, he wore black boots, black pants, an olive-g...

Off-Duty Police Officer Injured in Shooting Incident

In the early hours of Jan. 25, two off-duty James City County Police officers were involved in an incident in the City of Williamsburg that resulted in one of the off-duty officers being shot multiple times. The victim sustained serious but non-life-threa...

Freedom: The Hands that Built History Tour

Come commemorate Black History Month as we pay tribute to the generations of African Americans whose hard work, talents and skills built this nation. Freedom: The Hands that Built History Tour is Saturday, Feb. 11, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Fr...

AARP Tax-Aide Program Prepares for New Season with New Location

You’ve got taxes to file, but do-it-yourself software can be confusing, and some paid tax preparation services cost money you might not be able to spend. AARP Foundation Tax-Aide can help. Beginning Jan. 31 and continuing through April 18, AARP ...

Winter/Spring 2023 Activity Brochure Available!

Parks & Recreation invites you to a season of fun – we’ve got a variety of programs, events and activities for all ages, interests and abilities. Over ten special events are planned to connect community - and we encourage you to take advantag...

Updated Jan. 14: Public to be on the Lookout for Missing Person: JCCPD

Jan. 14 Update: In the late evening of Jan. 13, Aonesty Selby was found deceased by the Isle of Wight County Sheriff's Office. A death investigation is underway. 

Original News Flash: We are encouraging the public to be on the lookout for...

JCSA Board of Directors Organizes for 2023

The James City Service Authority Board of Directors met on Jan. 10 for their annual organizational meeting to elect a Chairman and Vice Chairman. Sue Sadler was elected Chairman. Jim Icenhour was elected Vice Chairman.Sadler represents the Stonehouse Dist...

Board of Supervisors Organizes for 2023

The James City County Board of Supervisors met on Jan. 10 for their annual organizational meeting to elect a Chairman and Vice Chairman. Michael Hipple was elected Chairman. Ruth Larson was elected Vice Chairman. Hipple represents the Powhatan Di...

Park Attendant for a Day Volunteers Needed

There’s a new volunteer opportunity available in James City County Parks & Recreation! Park Attendants are needed – maybe you’re on the fence about applying for a position or unsure about the skills needed for a career in Parks & Recreation. Come ...

Powhatan Creek Watershed Management Plan Survey: Your Input is Needed!

James City County is updating the Powhatan Creek Watershed Management Plan. We’ve launched a survey to collect public input on plan goals and to better understand concerns within the watershed. The survey can be accessed here, or by accessing the project ...

JCCPD Connect is Live to the Public

James City County Police Department is pleased to announce a new web page for its web resources: JCCPD Connect. With so much information across various places, JCCPD Connect will take you to one centralized webpage that houses links to the primary pages y...

Marina Store Operations Impacted by Building Improvements

The block building that houses the James City County Marina store and the Billsburg Brewery’s Tasting Room will undergo structural improvements beginning Dec. 14 through February 2023.  The work will consist of installing a new support ...

Police Attempt to Identify Suspects in Shoplifting Incident

On Oct. 22 at approximately 5:31 p.m., two unknown females entered the Ulta located at 5225 Settlers Market Boulevard and stole several items from the store. One suspect is described as a Black female with long black braided hair wearing a black sweatshir...